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Newspaper
Filer Record
Location
Filer, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1919
Page
2
American soldiers earned foreign decorations and the Distinguished Service Cross for supreme heroism. General Pershing's staff selected notable cases of bravery in action, highlighting the fighting qualities and steadfast spirit of Pershing's Fighters.
A soldier from Kelly Lake Minnesota earned fame for rescuing a comrade from a firing squad in trench warfare. He died while attempting a fifth machine gun assault, his brave actions driving his company’s advance and securing his home county as a testament to duty and courage.
Private Carmeland earned a decoration for a daring assault near Dantheville Krane October 24. Private Causland aided as ammunition carrier for a machine gun during a raid. Private Chunt rushed forward with two boxes of ammunition, was killed instantly, in a heavy fire situation at the emplacement near Anacumius Washington.
Lieutenant Colonel Emory J. Pike, of the 2nd Division, was killed after showing conspicuous gallantry near Vaudlores France on September 18 during a reconnaissance and reorganizing action under heavy bombardment. He led posts and maintained morale while directing relief and evacuation as shells fell.
Corporal Harry J. Davis of Company 60th Infantry earned the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism near Cunel France on October 4 1918. Under heavy machine gun fire he crossed open ground over 100 meters with bayonet, killed two gunmen, silencing the nest, and despite severe wounds enabled his platoon’s advance. Davis later returned to Philadelphia.
Corporal John Pratt of the 166th Infantry earned decoration for conspicuous bravery near Chevenges France on November 7. While on duty as runner under heavy shelling he crawled to aid two severely wounded soldiers, treated them, and dragged them to safety, saving their lives. Home address listed as Toledo, Ohio.
Second Lieutenant Sessions of Company 1, 372nd Infantry earned the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in France. He moved under fire to open a path through enemy wire, directed by his battalion commander, and, though wounded, was carried from the field after aiding the assault.
James A Sheret of Company F 108th Infantry demonstrated exceptional bravery on the Mindenberg line near Ber Breut Beret France in September. He rushed enemy positions with two pistol shots, killed occupants, and sacrificed life, with residence listed as 29 West Park Street Albany NY.
Corporal Bedford B Luneford of Company M 117th Infantry was killed after volunteering to advance under machine gun fire at Heurt France on October 11 The action saw him strap an automatic rifle and kill four enemies before falling beside his father Mount Vernon Town Nels Wold Private 138th Infantry also cited for conspicuous gallantry near Cheppy France September 26 aiding an advance through a machine gun nest with a companion and silencing the nest with commendable bravery
A report from West 127th Street New York City honors Algert Mever who with his father Gustave Mi West saved a fellow soldier during a German advance in September 1995. On duty as stretcher bearer, Mever exposed himself to fire, killed two enemy soldiers, and evacuated the wounded to safety at a water point.
French police arrested two metal founders and an Italian sculptor after a raid at a residence linked to Rodin works. Large bronzes and tools were seized following information from M. Dene dite, curator of the Laxnsbeune rel Rodin tomsctima.
In New York court today, YMCA war work chief George W. Perkins defended the organization’s effort to supply 11,220 workers for Army camps abroad. He argued that even 6 percent inefficiency would still reflect sacrifice. the YMCA stressed frugal canteen policies and no free giveaways, detailing vast distributions of food, tobacco, and comforts, and noting 14 YMCA secretaries killed and 128 wounded.
Postwar peace terms demand Germany pays 5 000 600 000 pounds as initial reparations, restores Alsace Lorraine to France, and agrees to cede territories east of the Rhine. The treaty outlines League of Nations covenant, German disarmament, demilitarization of the Rhine frontier, and a trial of Kaiser Wilhelm II at an international court. It also imposes naval limits, occupation, reparations schedules, and the principle of most favored nation status with allied powers.
A garbled account about a figure named Alexandria tied to fame and farming, with references to Cleopatra and a city of trade and fashion. The text blends fantastical names and modern notions, depicting a city deeply engrossed in stock exchange and commerce.
Fragmentary report cites renewed talk of a security pledge to France by Britain and the United States. Wording suggests Marshal Foch remarks sparked belief, with officials in Washington denying any such treaty arrangement.
A fragmented collection of quips and witticisms examines promises of free tuition, a joking claim about giving singing lessons, debates on social spaces like poker rooms, and the ironic smile of a pretty girl directed at another. The tone is sardonic and observational, reflecting light social commentary.
A historical column warns shoppers to demand Bayer Tablets of Aspirin with the Bayer Cross on both box and tablets, citing counterfeits and a Brooklyn case. It notes proper dosing directions, packaging options, and states American ownership, while also recounting a Dallas News anecdote about a nurse’s misread nutrition card.
A landlord at the Petunia tavern boasts of knowing where a conflagration is the moment the tire bell rings. Old Dorsey Dudgeon scrambles out as flames appear, shouting directions to onlookers. Residents doubt his accuracy, though volunteers might benefit from his knowledge. Kansas City Star.
The Tribune de Geneve reports Grand Admiral von Tirpitz is staying at Wildes in Switzerland as a guest of Leut-Coronel Wille, son of a former Swiss army commander. Tirpitz has lost his fortune, his son works as a clerk in a Zurich bank, and his daughter is a governess there. He avoided German war taxes by investing in Italian securities, leaving him penniless and accused of patriotism.
A society columnist mocks euphemisms by noting a widow described as “led to the altar by a wealthy old codger” avoids blunt terms. The Birmingham Age-Terald example illustrates how language softens or obscures the blunt reality of marriages and financial relationships in reporting.
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