French Soldiers Massacred as Germans Surge into Belgium
Eyewitness account from a German pioneer officer describes the invasion of Belgium, burning homes, mass shootings of surrendering French troops, looting, and brutal discipline. Symptoms of war horror include civilians driven from ruins, brutal order to kill prisoners, and grim scenes around Sommepy as French defenses collapse.
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Synopeis
Pioneers’ Corps
Engineers’ Corps
United States Army
Ignant
Belgium
Meuse
Civilian deaths mark French town streets as invaders advance
A wartime narrative describes civilians slain and streets strewn with casualties as invaders sweep toward Paris. The account notes widespread looting of ham stores and other goods as the conflict intensifies in France.
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Paria
Kruger as Solomon in a Brother's Ownership Dispute
A historical note likens President Kruger to King Solomon as he settles a dispute between two brothers over inherited property. He teased a fair division, awarding the elder first choice while guiding the younger, in a tale of prudent judgment.
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Kruger
Solomon
Doctor Wrestles with Blurred Duty in Hospital Chat
In a hospital, a distinguished surgeon debates the ethics of medical care with a wounded soldier. The exchange questions whether the doctor’s action mirrors the doctor’s own wishes or the doctoring force the physician to behave as the helper desires. A curious moment reflects on professional influence within care.
School of prayer outline in biblical study lesson
Devotional and teacher material discuss praying, Jesus as teacher, and principles of prayer. Emphasizes right relationship with God as Father, right attitude and spirit, and perseverance. Includes scriptural references from Luke, Matthew, Psalms, Hebrews, and James to guide believers in approaching God and seeking divine help.
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Jehovah
Jesus
School of Prayer
Christ
God
Jesus Christ
Boy Scouts to Census Black Walnut Trees for War Needs
The government asks Boy Scouts to locate all standing black walnut trees for war production. Scouts will record size, ownership, and address to help the Forest Service compile data for a government war effort. The focus is on timber and timber availability, not old furniture.
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Boy Scouts of America
War Department
Forest Service
Department of Agriculture
French Boy Scouts Brave From Front Lines Letter
Corporal W F Bates Jr of the American Expeditionary Forces in France writes to Chief Scout Executive James 5 West. He recalls meeting French boy scouts who shared biscuits and notes the similarity of world around, longing to work with his Troop No 5 back home in City, Pa, in God’s country.
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Mei
Megidaw
Fey
Semmepy
Seamepy
Law of Nations
Pefiee
DT Dave
Bin
Nike
Somueny
Miy Company
A. R. Neesep
James 5. West
W. F. Bates, Jr
France
Rand
City
Scout Oath and Law Emphasized in Boy Scout Plan
A description of the Boy Scout plan stresses adherence to the scout oath and twelve law principles. It outlines duties to God and country, loyalty to leaders and family, and daily helpful acts, aiming to build trustworthy, prepared, and morally strong youth for good citizenship.
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Horocter
Boy Scout Movement
Horses on farms rise despite machines and war demand
A United States Department of Agriculture study notes horses remain abundant on farms despite growing use of motor vehicles and tractors. It traces displacement by streetcars, autos, and trucks, estimates horse reductions from trucks, and records wartime exports and farm stock trends through 1918.
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United States
Electric
United States Department of Agriculture
Thade
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Detro
It Pree Press
Nivewar
Esson
P. B. Fitzwater
D. D
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
Eboys
Uncle Sam
BOY Scouts Brave
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