Aerial Tours of Rome Proposed After War
Western Union reports plans to make Rome a tourist hub with aerial tours in dirigibles. A test flight over Rome from 1,000 to 1,500 feet offered views of St Peter's, the Colosseum, and the Roman campagna. Civilians face travel limits as reconstruction continues, but expected future air travel could attract American visitors.
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War Stamp Systems Compared Between Britain and the United States
The War Savings schemes in Britain and America are contrasted by the U S treasury savings division. Britain issues sixpence stamps exchanged for War Savings certificates, with certificates maturing from purchase date. America uses annual series with rising prices each month. Both systems tax free, but hold limits vary by country and family support.
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Shipping Board Announces New Seaman Uniform
The United States Shipping Board adopts a new uniform for men training for sea careers. It resembles Navy sailor attire with specific marks, including the Shipping Board insignia on the blouse pocket and two broad stripes on the collar and cuffs.
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Soldier Found Fending Off Foe In Grass Oasis
A young soldier, during the Cantigny fight, was found by American comrades crouched in a grass-covered patch amid trenches. He had hand grenades beside him and several enemy dead nearby, claiming he stayed to protect a cow pasture belonging to a local family as shells fell.
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