War Heroes Graves in France Are Spots of Beauty
Representatives and relatives laud American war cemeteries in Europe as peaceful, well kept resting places. Eight U.S. cemeteries across France Belgium and England are described with Meuse Argonne Suresnes and Flanders fields highlighted for their beauty and orderly care. The Graves Registration Service oversees records and visit logistics including photographs and grave decorations by request through Col. Wittlas O Smith Paris office.
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France
Europe
Guy VU. Mardy
Cala- Fado
National Republic
Mardy
Kalowad
Americas
Epoia
Americana
Hardy Aald
Engilah
Belgium
England
Paris
Flanders Vield
Brugsets
Brookwood
London
Eagland
Hardy
Army
Tent
Col. Wittlas
Smith
Washington
Paria
Colonel Smith
Rue Molitor
Quiet American Cemeteries in France Described in War Memoir
The writer reflects on permanent American cemeteries in France, noting pastoral settings, blue grass, and uniform care. Crosses mark graves without rank distinction, with white painted wood markers and recurring maintenance. Flags fly at entry, caretakers and hostess houses aid visitors, and the serene fields stretch across rolling terrain.
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France
Washington
Eternal Honor Ghosts Buried at Romagne Cemetery
In Romagne France a vast graveyard holds 25000 American soldiers laid to rest with honor. The site is jointly cared for by two nations and will be kept in the best condition as a tribute to those who never came back.
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Oura
Legiona
Roma
Avery
Vailey
Earth
Jenven
Como
Enatar
Walcome
Avery Tuar
Romagne
France
Battlefields Yield Bones of Missing Soldiers Found in France
A farmer on a French farm near Tracy le Mont uncovered corpses after clearing underbrush, revealing remains of 18 French soldiers and one German. Identification tagged the German, while the Frenchman's name remained unknown due to altered footwear and missing identity. The discovery highlights decades of war graves beneath reclaimed fields and former trench lines across the French countryside.
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France
Ministry of War
Hese Famera
Tracy-le- Mont
Tng
Pericles Quote on Heroes and Living Memorial
A reflection on enduring heroism and memory. The speaker urges honoring fallen defenders by a living tribute in the hearts of humanity, noting that true remembrance transcends monuments and lasts in freedom and courage.
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Pericles
Marching Day Over for Wearers of Blue in Oakwood Cemetery
A Maton Missouri correspondent recalls Memorial Day scenes as blue soldiers did not march. Townsfolk decorate the Oakwood cemetery with towers of flowers while gray veterans watch from porches. The era of grand parades has passed and future reunions seem distant beyond the border.
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Maton
Federal
Oakwood
Grant
Sherman
Rosecrana
Thomas
Long Deserved Title of Phil Kearny's Men Dashing Phil Kearny
A Civil War article notes Phil Kearny was shot at Chantilly in 1862 after mistaking Confederates for his men. It recalls the First New Jersey brigade in Newark reviews, and that few of Kearny’s Peninsular and Second Bull Run veterans survived. It highlights his personal magnetism and leadership, and that his brigade remained intact more than other regiments.
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Phil Kearny
Chantilly
Ggo
New Jersey
Newark
Kearny
Churubusco
Solferido
Seven Pines
Proof Positive Father Expands Norman Worldview
In a Saturday afternoon scene, a father broadens Norman’s knowledge with vivid canvases and sea history. He points to fields once submerged, recalling ancient shores while Norman responds with curiosity and humor.
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Norman
Dag
Stroy Storles
Misunderstood tale mentions hedge garden and Venus statue
An exchange describes a hedge with niches holding statues including a Venus, as Mrs. B clarifies while a man refers to a figure as yew. The dialogue, from Tit-Bite, blends humor and misinterpretation with a garden feature.
Diplomatic Exchanges with a Humorous Edge
In a witty translation of social chatter, a man laments car trouble while a woman jokes about a magnificent carriage. A tomb and mummy intrigue appear as a guest describes a visitor, and the neighbor J. Oley Gouge is questioned for trustworthiness.
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Qwret
J. Oley Gouge
Faithless Woman Dialogue Prompts Time Improve Advice
A dialogue from American Legion Weekly features Jake admonishing Mandy for backriding and a quip about praying for a better timer. The exchange centers on marital tension and a call for improved effort.
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Jake
Mandy
American Legion Weekly
Egg Beater Arrest Sparks Domestic Incident
An apparent domestic disturbance led to the arrest of a man nicknamed Egg-Johnny Eggs for assaulting his wife. Reports indicate a chaotic scene with repeated verbal outbursts and a confrontation at their residence. Police transferred the suspect to the county jail for processing.
With a Crook in His Tail Shepherd Dog in Car Joke
A humorous caption set features a shepherd dog with a sheepish look after a car mishap. The dialogue plays on the dog’s breed and a pun about a crook in its tail, highlighting lighthearted local humor.
The Ideal Tour St Peter Xou Scent Arrives
New arrival prompts wary chatter about the scent and value as observers joke about heavy advertising. A local witticism asks what rain means and describes weather as a “sally” condition, reflecting passenger commentary on current trends.
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St. Peter
Diamond Dyes Color It New In Every Shade
Diamond Dyes offer simple tinting and dyeing for wool, cotton, or mixed fabrics. The package promises permanent color for lingerie ribbons skirts dresses coats draperies and more with clear instructions for tinting or boiling.
Italians Embrace Basketball as National Game in Italy
Samuel Ybaroyen, Turino YMCA official, says basketball, once unknown in Italy before the war, is poised to become the country’s national sport. A national basketball federation of 60 clubs, akin to the AAA, is formed, with 2,000 members last year earning cards to participate in national championship games. Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Talcum advertised for complexion care.
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Italy
Saya Samuel Ybargoyen
Turino
M. C.A
GO Cluba
Farms Named in Agriculture Plan Highlighted by officials
The Department of Agriculture backs a plan to name farms with distinctive titles. Named farms are seen as progressive and their branded products reflect the farmer's pride. The text stresses action alongside intention, quoting Goethe on effort.
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Lesat
Department of Agriculture
Hawk shaw deduced from reversed clues in Bucknell note
A cryptic diary line hints that Hawk shaw was inferred from reversed text and odd phrasing about a man with reding gumg, observed by Ant and bucknell belle hop context. The fragmentary clue structure suggests a playful puzzle scene rather than a full event or report.
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Xobbar
Hawkshaw
Ant
Allly
Dreaming of a Bachelor’s Reward
A garbled excerpt suggests a pried bloke dreams of a bachelor’s prize. The fragment hints at disappointment upon waking, with a rural voice noting expectations and potential regret. Names, places, dates, or concrete facts are not recoverable from the text.
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Land
Thomas J. Dickson
Chamaine Corus
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Holdiar
Bnowy-W
Fyture
Congress
Meuse-Argonne
St. Amdet
Thiaucourt
Aisne-Anrne
Chateau-Thierry
Oise-Alane
Irereen-Tardenoly
Suresnes
Port Wateran
Soissons
Witands
George
Aplésdor
Clase Stranger
Johnny Eggs
Fido
Goethe
Atwater
Kent
Atwater Kent Meg
Atwater Kent
Wissahickon Ava
Philadsiobia
Pdakers
Bate
Anf
Mus
Felon Ceonk
Pate Ee
Eaves Bath
Iy Dek Molva
Orleana
Louisiang
Sirsohn Baton
Elliott
GREAM
DES Moines Creamery
Bill
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