Pershing's Crusaders at the Palace Feature Local Gilpin
A Fort Wayne audience spotlights Dr. Gilpin in Pershing's Crusaders shown for the balance of the week at the Palace. The film, authentic under government auspices, depicts training and combat scenes from the American army and navy, with patriotic tone and local ties highlighted.
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Wanted help at Centlivre Hotel and Summit City Restaurant
WANTED Woman clerk 25 to 35 Centlivre Hotel. WANTED Three experienced waitresses Apply at once Summit City Restaurant. Frost damage and hospital scene referenced with unclear local details and entries about Wells County and Newell events.
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Centlivre Hotel
Summit City Restaurant
City News Report On Legal Action At Transit Station
A local report cites Wilt Shanbhag suing over a transit station dispute. Parties named include Pease and NRL. The matter concerns access and safety at a rail hub, with court action underway and potential implications for service at the main terminal.
Clemenceau Lunches With Gen Pershing In Paris Visit
In Paris Clemenceau dined with General Pershing at the American headquarters. He was joined by Captain Andre Tardiga, the newly appointed head of the France-Americate cooperation department, and, after lunch, the group toured the American field station and inspected the line.
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St Joe Soldier Wins Croix de Guerre for Bravery
Paul Pourry, a St Joseph native serving with American forces in France, has been awarded the Croix de Guerre the French war cross for bravery. He received the decoration on May 8, his 24th birthday, after going out under heavy fire to bring in a wounded Frenchman. His parents Mr and Mrs A D Perry are proud as Fort Wayne readers learn of this honor shared by St Joe servicemen. Frost damaged crops Saturday night prompting notice to growers about replanting and cucumber planting for pickles with seed and good prices guaranteed by D M Sears Co.
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Fort Wayne Guest Hailed by Uncle Sam Amid City Plea
A garbled 19th or early 20th century piece references Fort Wayne and a guest labeled Uncle Sam. It mentions courtesy, local figures, and civic aims, with uncertain details about events, dates, and participants. The readable fragments suggest a ceremonial or celebratory context tied to an American theme in Fort Wayne.
First Detachment of Gashed Men Arrive
Fragmented account recalls the arrival of the first detachment of gas casualties and wounded soldiers at Mort Melten ry Dogphal Gi-day. It mentions German air attacks, aviation corps, and a crash during a test flight at 160 feet, with a survivor attributed to a救 but text is garbled and names are unclear.
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American Aviator Descends Within Austrian Lines
American aviator Cimr Youngs of the allied air forces was forced to descend within Austrian lines near Northern Italy in June. His contraband reports and radio signals indicated enemy proximity, but he was not captured.
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Pastor of Precious Blood Church Honored Jubilee Service
A lengthy Mayfield parish tale recalls a jubilee service for the Pastor of Precious Blood Church. Residents and parish groups gathered for a commemorative program with prayers, music, and tributes, highlighting decades of service and community support.
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Precious Blood Church
Revelations of a Wife in New York to France
In this chapter Miss Sonnet, a nurse, accepts a chance to join hospital service in France after a week with the Braithwaites in New York. The narrator, torn by longing and duty, arranges the move while his sister in law expedites the arrangement and awaits news. A pivotal moment arrives as Sonnet agrees to travel to the Clinton hospital for training.
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Veterans Aid and German Heritage at Independence Day Event
The article describes a German heritage celebration in Independence Day events led by local officials including Peter Mar bun and Tred Gemmer assisting Dan Shaet. It notes concerns about wartime sentiment, a Mass main address by the Phormaon Watheran church pastor, and mothers from German descent occupying honored positions on the platform. It also reports on local drought damage, a railroad robbery boast, and convicts disciplined in county jails.
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Frost Wrecks Huntington County Corn Fields
Frost hit Huntington County corn fields hard causing major damage to miles of crop. Frost arrived suddenly amid thawing weather and extended cold, leaving dark brown or yellow husks on many ears as harvest nears.
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