Movement founder tied to American Legion origins
The text recalls Lester Jones of Washington DC, credited as founder of the American Legion movement after World War I. It outlines his early role, leadership in the District of Columbia, and involvement with veterans’ organizations that unified under the American Legion banner.
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Lester Jones
Washington, D. C
E. Lester Jones
The
American Legion
EEC
Jtohes
Ome
Oveterans
Washington
Turter
Mre Ahetes
George Waoedlinden
Department of the
Callanbin
Ade
Legions Honor Dead Army Transport Corps Returns
The American Legion led solemn services for 45,000 fallen soldiers returned from World War I. Across two and a half years forty shiploads arrived on eastern ports with prayers, addresses, and rifle salutes. Notable ceremonies included President Harding on May 23 1921 and Pershing with Senator Lodge on July 10 1921. The last public tribute occurred in April 1922 in Brooklyn for Private Charles W Graves.
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Braves Registration Service
Army
United States
American Legion
Legion
Hoarding
Charles W. Graves
One-hundred and Seventeenth Infantry
Thirteenth Division
Army Base
America
Melrose Runner Clarence DeMar Dominates 1918 Marathon Fight
Clarence DeMar of Melrose Massachusetts won the 25 mile American Marathon in 1918 near Berlin and Paris. He finished fourth in a long distance race among Allied nations in Pershing Stadium Paris. His main interest lies in leading a troop of boy scouts for several years.
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Clarence de Mar
Clarence FT. PoMar
Melrose
Mass
Ber Mac
de Mar
AELFP
Paris
Boy Scouts
Ten Years to Uniform French Forces in Khaki
The ministry of war declares it will take about ten years to clothe all French troops in khaki despite efforts by the high council of war. Existing stock of blue and steel gray cloth must be used first, delaying full khaki issuance for a decade.
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Higher Council of War
Ministry of War
Knows Men By Nicknames In The Legion Of Oaths
A historical look at how American Legion posts use nicknames instead of ranks for soldiers. It notes Mr Teolles, a constant contact in Legion circles, and Carroll M. Bothestias, prominent since the organization’s start, with details of service and overseas duties.
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United States
Fiapethan
Lenael Taltes
Teolles
Bothestias
Hans
Mrciolles
Minneapolis
Seattle
Wash
Aotive
Dfe
Naction Ganard Company
Ahah O
Arrmy Corps
Legion of Llonor
Serince
Plaque Presented to American Legion Honors WWI Links
A bronze souvenir plaque from Le Journal of Paris was installed in the Legion’s new trophy room. The shield inscription honors the American Legion and its members, recalling memories and hope, using bronze from the French seventy-fives that aided Paris in the war.
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le Journal
Paris
le Journal of Paris
American Legion
Legion Headquarters
Bristow Legion Lifts Main Street Then Eyes War Policy
American Legion posts in Bristow Nebraska and Hibbing Minnesota mobilized 160 volunteers to graveled Main Street in two days and funded a hospital bed in Rochester. They urge ex soldiers to reinstate wartime insurance by March 8 1026 while Ohio soldiers prioritize old debts from state compensation payments. Savings deposits rank second in the poll.
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American Legion Post
Bristow
Neb
American Legion
Hibbing
Minn
Legion Hospital
Rochester
Ohio
Three Key Lubrication Factors for Engine Design
Article outlines three essential conditions for proper lubrication in engines and trackers. It stresses using high quality oil, correct oil quality for the engine, and careful maintenance to ensure delivery meets exact quantities and reduces friction.
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Gnu
Bent Pedals Quite Convenient On Gar
Driver struggles with foot placement on all pedals and a monkey wrench remedy is proposed. Article warns improper lubrication and incorrect settings raise fuel use and costs. It details four oiling factors: engine temp distribution, oil body, carbon formation, and piston ring sealing. It notes outside pedals and brake lever bent to ease operation and references Popular Mechanics.
Battery Care in Cold Weather for Cars
The article warns that cold makes engine starting harder and strains the battery. It stresses checking water levels weekly, cleaning sediment yearly, and servicing in spring to ensure summer energy carries into the next winter.
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Wheeler Syndicate
Tne
Motoring Tips Emphasize Proper Lubrication
A motorist should be as clever in backing a car as he is when driving forward. Two-thirds of all breakdowns are caused by improper or insufficient lubrication. A slipping clutch is not only a strain on the engine, but causes waste of power and fuel.
Neckwear Dominates Beach Fashion In Early Autumn Styles
Beach fashion centers on neckwear and decorative accessories as summer draws to a close. Frilled vestees and jabots return, with collars and wide upstanding flounces featured. Bathing outfits emphasize lace, net, and light fabrics, while new midseason sports vests in chintz and cretonne with high collars attract attention.
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