Southern Aviator Digs From Prison And Swims Rhine
Lieutenant George Puryear of Mewphin Tennessee and two other American aviators escaped Villingen prison camp in October via a tunnel under the wire. Sixteen prisoners attempted the breakout. only the trio reached the river and crossed into Holland. They recalled the Y M C A’s aid and sports as lifelines during confinement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
George Puryear
Mewphin
Tenn
Villingen
Puryear
Harold Willis
Boston
Isaaca
Portsmouth
Lient
Rhine
Holland
Money Sent Home Before Big Battle by WWI Solder
W J Baker of Portchester recalls a Y M C A funded effort to send home funds for soldiers in the 3rd battalion SeGrd infantry on the Mihiel front Chateau Thierry and Verdun campaigns. About 1.5 million francs were entrusted for families as the Yankee Division fought near the front lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paria
W. J. Baker
Portchester
M.C
Be Mth Dmvisign
SeGrd Infantry
Rela
We did not go into this war for profit or glory
A wartime statement underscores that the nation entered the conflict not for gain but to defend principles. The speaker condemns the idea of sacrificing all for a perceived privilege, urging resolve and unity in the face of hardship.
Night sky traffic dangers warned for planes and cars
The report notes a suggestion that as air travel increases to the level of automobile traffic, church spires may need lights to prevent night collisions with aircraft. The idea highlights growing urban airspace use and safety concerns.
Southern Y Man Blinded In Service
Wettuy St Ron ville of Burlington N. J. served overseas with the Y M C A and a letter from Major General L. S. Upton honors his work. Fonville recalls being blinded by a shell while waiting in a trench during Marines pushes. The blast also killed Y M C A secretary James A. Birchby and wounded Thomas W. Wilbur Jr. of New Britain Conn. Upton praises Fonville for uncomplaining service aiding troops and front-line morale through the Y M C A.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Southern
Wettuy St Ronville
Burlington
YM. C. A
Upton
Fonville
Fifth
Sixth Marines
Ninth
Twent
Ty-Third Infantry
Chateau
Y. MC. A
Ninth Infantry
France
United States Recognizes Polish Government in Europe
Uncle Sam is praised in Europe for practical support as the US recognizes the Polish Government. The piece notes mounting tensions before further fighting. A playful exchange about hair mirrors domestic scenes, contrasting mother and child.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Europe
United States
Gifts From Y Helped Doughboy in War Time Letter
Corporal Irving Abraham of New York praises the Y M C A for aiding soldiers overseas. He recounts chocolate and cigarettes from Y M C A workers under fire at Chateau Thierry Argonne Forest and Franco relief efforts, noting the organization’s support and urging appreciation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Chateau Thierry
Argonne Forest
Argonne Woods
YM. C. A
Fellowe
Y. M. CA
Red Triangle Man Tells Of Serving At Chateau Thierry
Ernest Bardwell, a New York man, returns from France in weak health after strenuous service in the Chateau Thierry region. Bardwell, part of a YMCA party that entered Chateau Thierry village with supplies at 10 o'clock on July 22, describes aiding relentlessly against German counterattacks. The last German prisoners were taken from Chateau Thierry at 8 o'clock that morning.
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Chateau Thierry
Ernest ©. Bardwell
New York
France
Bardwell
Y M C A Work Expands in War Torn East
The Y M C A extends rapidly in the Balkans and Near East with C W Bates directing from Salonica. Centers open in Serbia at Vranje Nish Monastir and other towns while Belgrade hosts a well established office. Percival Whitley, son of a deputy speaker, aids in Northern Bulgaria as Turkish sites gain the Red Triangle presence in Constantinople.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macedonia
C. W. Bates
Salonica
Serbia
Vranja
Nish
Monastir
Helgrade
Percival Whitley
English House of Commons
Bulgaria
Eipwe Andridley
Constantinople
Traelf
Administratrix Notice for Estate of Thos Skelton
Notice to all persons with claims against the estate of Thomas Skelton deceased to probate within twelve months. Filed by clerk of the Chancery Covington County Tennessee. Julia R. Oskelton administratrix. 4-81}
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Skelton
Tishningo
Uw Molanya
Julia RB Oskeltor
Notice to Creditors Estate of I T Blam
Notice to creditors in the state of Mississtort County of Trsttosinon. All persons with claims against the estate of the late IT Blam must present them within one year from letters of administration dated February 25 1919. Failure to register claims will bar them. Administratrix Mrs Kate Blam issues the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississtort
Trsttosinon
Blam
Kate Blam
Charity Committee Members Named in Local Listing
Charity committee members listed include George W Neal J Walter Wilson J Acey Williams A T Scruggs and secretary J B Hyatt W M. The note names individuals associated with the local charitable board and records their roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W Neal
J. Walter Wilson
J. Acey Williams
Love on the Lake Hotel Night Cloak Mystery
A weary hotel encounter between a mysterious woman and a man named Graves unfolds on a lakeside weekend. The woman, reading beside a quiet lake nook, pursues ideals of future marriage while Graves contemplates Elizabeth, his confidante, and a rival, Robert. A sudden blaze in the hotel drives a dramatic rescue as a stranger arrives to save the woman and expose hidden loyalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lakeside
Richard Gravespokes
Sreere
Graves
Marey
Robert
Elizabeth
Richard Graves
Tome
Lemon Juice Skin Whitener Advertises Beauty Lotion
An old advertisement touts a lemon juice skin whitening lotion made from three measures of orchard white and fresh lemons. It claims to brighten, soften, and remove blemishes like freckles and tan, advising careful straining and storage for months.
Hastings 1919 Catalogue Free to Read and Mail Order
Hastings Seeds offers a free illustrated 1919 catalogue with natural color cover. It promotes mail orders from H. G. Hastings Co. Atlanta, Ga, claiming 500000 customers and South adapted seed varieties with quality and low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hastings
God
Egle
H. G. Hastings CO
Atlanta
Advt
Dodson's Liver Tone touted as safe calomel substitute
A health notice promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a pleasant vegetable liquid that cleanses the liver without causing salivation or weakness. It warns calomel as dangerous mercury and claims Liver Tone prevents biliousness constipation headaches and stomach unease, promising quick, better results and a money-back message from druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dodson
Sulecrilo Tr Vidette Advertises One Dollar Yearly
A brief notice proclaims the Sulecrilo Tr Vidette subscription price at one dollar per year, inviting readers to subscribe.
Vidette Price Announcement
The Vidette is offered at one dollar per year, providing affordable access to community news and local updates for subscribers.
Enormous Y M C A Supplies Sent to France in November
New York January reports show the Army and Navy Y M C A shipped nearly 4 million dollars worth of tobacco, confections, sporting goods, and chewing gum to American Expeditionary Forces in France during November. Tobacco purchases totaled over 1.3 million dollars, with tobacco and cigarettes dominating the shipping. Confections and jams added substantial weight, and chewing gum shipments reached about 6.1 million packages, illustrating steady demand despite the armistice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Jan
France
Army
Navy
National War Council
United States
Y M C A Secretary Honored for Bravery
Paris December 11 A Y M C A secretary Stanley Modra of Brooklyn says he received the Croix de Guerre from General Haller commander in chief of the Polish army for heroic work under fire. He has been with Polish forces five months, guiding rescues and supplying troops in Nos Vosges sector, aiding morale with cocoa and cigarettes.
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Paris
Stanley Medra
Cajon Avenue
Brooklyn
Haller
Modra
France
Vosges
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Y. MC. A. Ee
Bellara
Triangle
DeRoy R. Fonville
Toff
Irving Abrahama
National War Wort Council
WM. C
New Yort
Sud
Lew
Red Triangle
Y. M
Far East
Akon
Newabel
D. Swift & CO
Washington
Cardu
Cardus
Itary Yeats
Madison Heights
A. T. Scruggs
J. B. Hyatt
W. M
King & King Proprietors
R. R
Luka
Miss
West
Jack Walton
Jourian
Juka Pressing Club
Dan Dugger
Websters New International
G.&c. Merriam CO
Springfield
Mass
U.S. A
Penne
E. F. Waits
Optometrist
Corinth
Mississippi
Just
Jur -G
Jourdan
Y.M.C.A
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