Murray in Interview on World War I Artillery Tactics
Captain Murray recounts how modern warfare uses planned artillery barrages, liaison runners, and aerial observers to coordinate advances. He describes the 27th and 6th American divisions at Mount Kemmel, the Maconcourt Valley, and Cambrai, praising American officers, the Lost Battalion, and frontline helpers like Father Kelly and Dr Carney.
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DeKalb
Thomas Murray
New York Sun
Arthur Norberg
Sun
Ttiack
Butte
Thomas S. Murray
Pe Kalb
Murray
Bir
Cambrai
Empire
Hindenbrrre
Aet
Macenecourt
Cervier
Setion
Mount Kemmel
Fritz
Halson
Ughi
Kemmel
Maconcourt
Lee
Boch
Arctic Ocean
Germany
Plattsburg
Captain Murray
Fellows
Father Kelly
Dr. Carney
Must Make Our Own Maps Now to Keep Ahead
United Press reports the navy hydrographic office urges independence in maps and shipping charts for national security. The annual statement says independence would improve navigation safety and efficiency under a unified system, reducing reliance on other nations. Remains of Mrs Roswell Barber are being cared for, with Spencer Iowa residents Mrs Anderson and Mr Barber among guests at the SEB Bradt home. Mr and Mrs Orville Shipman visited Chicago relatives. Mr and Mrs Arthur Russell stayed yesterday with Elburn relatives.
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United Press
Shington
D. C
Rhca
Navy Hydrographic Office
Kidney trouble warning from popular salt remedy
The ad warns Americans to guard against kidney and bladder problems from rich foods. It promotes four ounces of rad Salts to be taken in water for several days to flush and stimulate kidneys, claiming it neutralizes urine acids and prevents irritation. It stresses safety, low cost, and home use.
Sees Alps on Holiday from War Front in 1918 Letter
Private Walter B. Lanegran of the 53rd Infantry writes from Chambery France on November 24 1918 about a seven day leave with 300 men from his regiment. He describes staying at Hotel Terminus and planning mountain climbs viewing Swiss and Italian Alps after the battles near Grand Pre Stone and Verdun and hints at possible return to the United States.
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Walter B. Lanegran
53Rd Infantry
P. L. Lanegran
France
Chambery
Dad
Terminus A la Peux
Uncle Sam
Aix le Bains
Grand Pre
Stone
Sedan
Verdun
Germany
Metz
Mil
Nick
Bordeaux
Curfew Bell Tale From a World War I Camp
London scene as a doughboy asks why the 8 30 curfew bell rings and learns its grim meaning of deaths and sleep. In a later note a Y M C A secretary explains the bell’s purpose. Also brief notes: Miss Irene Swanson visits Chicago, Harold Ellison visits parents there.
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United Press
London
Ely's Cream Balm Opens Up Nostrils In One Minute
A fragrant antiseptic healing cream promises instant relief from nasal congestion. Apply a small amount in the nostrils to soothe swollen mucous membranes and clear air passages. Quick relief from cold or catarrh with no more hawking or headaches.
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