Why the Marine is a Fighting Demon
A historical wartime portrait honors United States Marines as fearless fighters confronting German forces on the Western Front. It describes their rigorous training at Paris Island and Mare Island, their esprit de corps, and the creed guiding their actions from recruitment to battle, emphasizing discipline, endurance, and patriotism.
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Camfons
Paris
Germany
United States
Averstos
Berlin
United States Marine Corps
Chateau Thierry
Belleau Wood
Bouresches
Bois de la Brigade de Marines
Esprit de Corps
Mafrine
Paris Island
Mare Island
Cal
Continental
Marine Corps
France
Tripoli
Egypt
West Africa
Fiji Islands
Sumatra
Hawaii
Mexico
China
Uruguay
Paraguay
Alaska
Panama
Formosa
Korea
Nicaragua
Cuba
Santo Domingo
Haiti
General Pershing
Vin
Navy
U. S
A Life on the Ocean Wave Becomes Sailor Favorite
The song A Life on the Ocean Wave by Epes Sargent grew instantly popular among sailors after Henry Russell, the composer, praised it. Sargent wrote the words, Morris doubted it, but Russell urged publication in the Mirror and Russell himself composed the tune after hearing the words. The piece quickly became a favorite with bands and sailors singing it.
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Sailor Boys
Epes Sargent
Henry Russell
Sargent
Battery
New York
Harrior
The
Mirror
George. P. Morris
Morris
Russell
Larcent
Raniy -Waal ST Fed
Hard to Sleep In Bed Sympathies Offered in London
A front line veteran offered sympathy in London to a man from Yorkshire who would not return home that night. The exchange included quips about the journey and the man’s resolve to endure the trip by train the next morning.
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London
England
Yorkshire
Poultry Campaign Spurs Backyard Flock Boosts Across States
The U S Department of Agriculture reports a nationwide increase in poultry production since a 2017 campaign. 28 of 80 states show 15 to 80 percent gains as farmers cull poor stock for purebreds and many city dwellers keep hens to use kitchen scraps.
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United States Department of Agriculture and Allied Forces
Department of Agriculture
State Agricultural Colleges and
Civic
Keen County
Missouri
Department of Agric ‘ Extension
Chicago
Kansans City
Oklahoma
Los Angeles
Hold Productive Hens For Fall Molt Replacement
The article suggests killing and consuming hens as they begin to molt in fall or early winter when egg production drops. Replace with pullets and buy outlets at reasonable prices. Do not kill until combs shrink and color and flexibility decline, signaling reduced laying.
Poultry Housing Needs Vary by Soil Type and System
The guide explains that hens can be raised on most well drained soils with a heavy loam ideal for grass, while light sandy soils need purchased land or adobe soil. Long stationary houses and the colony system each have pros and cons for health and winter efficiency.
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Quantico
OW Fue
United’ States Department of
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