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Newspaper

Franklin

Location

Franklin, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1917

Page

3

Franklin College plans a machine gun company formation

Franklin College considers organizing a machine gun company from college men to join an Indiana National Guard regiment. Captain Bowen travelled to Indianapolis to discuss with Adjutant General Smith, a longtime Spanish-American War comrade, raising hope for a real unit if student cooperation remains. Military training may be dropped for low turnout as twenty eight men left school to seek national service or farm work.

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Clarence Jayne and Russell in a Swanson era name drift

A fragmentary notice lists Clarence Jayne Russell Merrill and Swan Swenson in a tangle of names tied to William, Shirley, Bryan Johnson and Holler, reflecting a partial record of people referenced in a late edition snippet.

Russell’ “Walgon Wayne Merrill Clarence Henderson Swan ‘Swenson William Russell Shirley Bryan Johnson Holler

Soliner Boys Adapt to Fort Camp Life in Peculiar Tales

Twelve future officers report on camp experiences at Fort Soliner noting meals of codfish hash and vegetable soup, beds with springs, and good food. Humorous remarks emerge as recruits recall past misadventures, including a man claiming to have pitched hay and another with an arm out of place, stirring thoughts of home in Indiana.

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Twelve Franklin men encamped at Fort Harrison for officer training

Twelve Franklin college men have passed all requirements and are now encamped at Fort Harrison taking the training to become United States army officers. The camp filled quickly as reports arrived urging immediate reporting. Training began promptly Monday night and Tuesday after preparations for equipment and camping were completed.

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Alumni Reunion Draws Historic College Attendance

Reports from across the country indicate the largest alumni reunion in college history. Attendees expect reconnecting with “wisdom heads” and former classmates as the event emphasizes old acquaintances and shared college spirit.

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Day of appreciation for committee members and staff

The text lists general committee members who helped make the day successful, including Professors Roberta, John Cooke, Roxye Storms, and Will Gillespie, with special credit to Clevenger and Dr Beyl for their roles. It notes the event was appropriately celebrated through hard work and paid assistance.

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