Fighting Joe Lonergan Named National Legion Chaplain
Rev. Joseph Lonergan of Durand New Hampshire has been elected national chaplain of the American Legion. Known as Fighting Joe for his wartime leadership and athletic past, Lonergan’s service spans Camp Grant, the Eighty sixth division, the Twelfth engineers band, and the Ninetyeth division. He addressed 50,000 troops on July 4, 1918, and later became department chaplain for Dutnois in 1922 before a unanimous 1924 national appointment.
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Joe
Congent
Joseph Lonergan
Durand
American Legion
St. Viator’s College
Father Poe
Montreal
Ty Cobb
Prifest
Aurora
Father Jo
Camp Grant
Argonne
Vosges
Alsace
Strassburg
Ninetieth
Dutnois
Joe” Lonergan
Europe
America
Wisconsin
American Legion posts race to sign up 1925 members
American Legion posts nationwide push aggressive 1925 memberships led by Joe Williams post Warmer City Illinois and Victor Cornell post Pelican Rapids Minnesota. Florida and Connecticut departments stage contests for highest sign up percentage, while Colorado Utah and Wyoming join a friendly rivalry over 1924 comparison targets and department color prizes.
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American Legion
Frank E. Samuel
Joe Williams
Warmer City
Victor Cornell
Pelican Rapids
Minn
Fowler
Ind
Thomas 8
McConnell
Pulaski Post
Detroit
Mich
Roy Cole
St. Paul
Florida
Colorado
Utah
Wyoming
Legion Posts Aim to Cut Down Fire Loss
Legionnaires J. H. Dulaney and Hiteen S. Catking head Oklahoma Fire Prevention moves to cut annual fire losses, reflecting broader Legion and state efforts. California Legion department also active, notably in Redwood Forest protection over the past year.
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America
American Legion
J. H. Dulaney
Hiteen
S.catking
Department of Oklahoma
Oklahoma Fire Prevention Association
Department of California
Redwood
Prize for Student at American Legion McMechen Post
The A A Mountain post of the American Legion in McMechen West Virginia offers a substantial cash prize to the high school student with the best scholarship record during the year.
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A. A. Mountain
American Legion
McMechen
W. Va
Education Week Praise From Vernon Riegel On Legion Role
Vernon M. Riegel, director of education for the state, lauds the American Legion for its role in initiating and promoting American Education Week in 1921. He notes the Legion’s enduring impact on promoting peace themed education and democracy safeguards through national agency cooperation and presidential observance each year.
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American Legion
Vernon M. Riegel
State of
Oto
Legion
German POW labor and escort units directed by Gough
Lieut Col William Briswold Gough, deputy county surveyor of San Diego County and San Diego American Legion member, commanded the POW department of the A E F. He organized the German labor and escort companies after serving since 1916, including action on the Mexican border and France.
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William Briswold Gough
San Diego County
San Diego
American Legion
Gough
United States
France
A. BR. FE
Fine Clubhouse for Hollywood Legion Men
Hollywood veterans plan a large clubhouse on post property with a swimming pool dormitory gymnasium and other facilities typical of exclusive clubs if the Hollywood Legion post approves. Financing will come from popular boxing bouts at the Legion stadium and the post has already raised 100000 for veterans relief.
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Hollywood
Cal
Americcan
Legionnaires
United States
Hollywood Post of the Legion
Post
Legion Stadium
Hollywood Post
The
Madison County Led Iowa in World War Losses
Iowa County figures show Madison County Iowa lost more men in World War I than any U.S. county relative to population. The county reported 52 war casualties, more than any other county, underscoring its sacrifice to make the world safer.
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Madison County
Iowa
American Legionnaires
United States
Brushed Wool Sweaters and Feather Trims Rise in Fashion
Julia Bottomley reports on the 1924 trend of brushed wool fashions in hats and sweaters. Designers favor soft brushed textures, with orange and white color schemes, heathered angora knits, and shaggier heavier sweaters. Feather trims from ostrich to coque decorate hats, while faux plumage substitutes satisfy American taste.
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America
Black Hatter
Texas Farm News: Breeding For March Farrowing And More
Extension guidance on breeding timetables for sows and gilts with November 10 and December 10 mating targets, feed plans including protein pastures and balanced rations, mineral requirements, water, and management tips. Emphasizes purebred sires, breed improvement, and practical farm practices from European and American programs.
Soapsud Family Reunion Brims With Foamy Fun
A playful tale describes the Soapsud clan gathering in their huge tub banquet. Professor Dirty Clothes and Teacher Spots join the family, as Mam and Pap Soapsud praise the joyous, tableless feast and celebrate their weekly, unchanged happiness.
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Soapsud
Suay
Sheffield
Sidney
Mamma
Professor
Theo
Spots
Mamia
Papa Soapsyad
Mamman
Tony
Susy Soapsud
Solomon Soapasud
Sammy Soapsud
Sheffield Soapsud
Sidney Soapsud
Mamma Soapsud
Papa Soapsud
Candy Cat Mystery In a Childs Play Item
A toy candy cat given to Dorothy amused her for a week then vanished. Dorothy’s mother asks if she lost it and the child admits she played with it until it became dirty and eaten.
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Nelda
Dorothy
Little Dorothy
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American Legion News Service
Fighting
Hollywood Legion
Iowa County
Wipter
Paris
Julia Bottomley
Western Newspaper Union
Texas Farm’ News
C. Hoyle
Extension Service
A. and
M. College of Texas
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