Genoa conference strains Europe amid Soviet stance
A chaotic week at Genoa left Britain and France near rupture over wartime debts and property restoration. Russia refused key terms while Paris, London, and Washington argued over reparations, borders, and future treaties as China, Ireland, and U.S. politics added to a turbulent international scene.
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Russia
Rusela
Lloyd George
Busela
Belgium
Barthou
Paris
Fremier Poinceare
Faris Preas
Moscow
Europe
Rendy
Germany
Bial Mba Spawer
Russie
Saa
Leon Trotsky
Why Sousa Joined the Legion
The famed bandmaster Tobn Philip Bouse, leader of the Great Lakes naval band, explains his enlistment in the Legion saying it meets his war era ideals. He notes about 32 master musicians from the band are ex-service men, many affiliated with the Legion, spreading its activities worldwide.
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Legion
Tobn Philip Bouse
Mammoth
Great Lakes
Sousa
Name Destroyer for Pruitt Heroic Marine Honored by Italy
Corp John Pruitt, a Pershing era Marine who died of wounds in Germany, is honored by having a destroyer named for him. His parents Mr and Mrs George Pruitt of Phoenix, Arizona received the Italian Croce di Guerra cross for Britt Pruitt’s valor in single handedly repelling two machine gun nests, killing two, and taking 40 prisoners. He volunteered for service despite being under draft age and served in France from January 1918 as a Devil Dog before his death. His body rests with full honors in Arlington National Cemetery.
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Enlis
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Marine, Corps
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Pershing
Germany
Orporal
George Pruitt
Phoenix
Ariz
Britt
Pruitt
France
National Cemetery At
Arlington
Legion Takes Cemetery Plot for Racine Veterans
The American Legion of Racine Wisconsin has acquired part of the city’s cemetery to provide a distinct plot for veterans. The project will cost 5803.50 for land and will feature a steel mast with the flag. About 55 veterans are buried in nearby plots and more than 800 burial spaces are planned. The group seeks state funding increases from 50 to 75 or 100 dollars per veteran.
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American Legion
Racine
Wic
Army
Navy
Legion
National Cemetery
Virginia
Wisconsin
Carrying On With the American Legion Memorial in Centria Wash
The article notes rain and insurance for the American Legion event in Centria Washington to honor four Legion men killed in action. It mentions a $500 contribution and a precipitation of 14-100, with four bronze doors to lead into the room memorial pall.
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Santiago
Chile
Washington
Legion
Toronto
Centralia
Wash
American Legion
Thousands Have Kidney Trouble and Never Suspect It
Reports from druggists note Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root can aid kidney trouble. An insurance physician says many applicants are rejected due to unrecognized kidney issues, common to Americans. Available at druggists in two bottle sizes, mention this paper.
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Kilmer
Auto Hits Team in Laurel Leaves Driver Hurt and Mule Killed
A large towing car struck a team driven by Lester Bri near Main street and Johnson's hardware in Laurel. The driver was seriously injured and one mule died. A bystander urged punishment for neglect to protect horses, citing a Baltimore See-Thru Corporation advertisement selling windshield treatment promising clarity in rain.
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Laurel
Lester Bri
Myrtle Sweene
Main
Johnson's Hardware
SEE Thru
Baltimore
Maryland
See-Thru Corporation
Govanstown
A Lady of Dietinction and Bathing Routine Ad
An advertisement touts Cuticura Soap and hot water to cleanse pores and Cuticura Talcum powder for clear, healthy skin. The persuasive line links fragrance to distinction and beauty. A humorous anecdote about Tommy notes he is traveling to market with a claim he is the only one working.
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Beth
Tommy
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