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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1918
Page
6
A British officer recalls Saloniki during wartime with vivid detail. Harbor scenes show ships from various nations, busy quays, open shops, and diverse crowds including Greeks, Turks, Armenians, and soldiers. The article notes traffic, street life, and the everyday color of the Levant port before discipline returns.
Fragmentary notes describe a wanderer once leaving England now serving as a guardian of the public in London. The text hints at his veteran past, home ties, and a role connected to transport and city life, with references to Piccadilly Marble Arch and Athens.
A distorted excerpt recalls a soldier who lost an eye but kept serving with a glass eye until a parade revealed it was out of place. An officer questioned the artificial eye’s position while a broader narrative mentions Saracen and Crusader figures and the 1099 capture by Godfrey of Bouillon in a distant historical setting.
A Navy fireman named McLea, cited for preventing a serious accident aboard a ship after a tiller broke and steam vented. He made three ladder trips to stop the flow and earn commendation from the Secretary of the Navy. The article also lists various fraternal lodge notices and meeting details.
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