A Hundred Thousand Troops In France By Snow Falls
War Department aims to send one hundred thousand regulars and guardsmen to France by winter with three divisions intact. First expeditionary force of 25 000–30 000 regulars to depart soon, followed by increments from national guard units trained at state camps and divisional training centers. Transportation limits and training speed set timetable for Europe arrival.
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Government proposes $4,000 free life insurance for all soldiers
Washington plans to issue $4,000 free life insurance to every American soldier and sailor during the war replacing pensions. A government bureau would administer the policy with optional higher amounts, disability coverage, and installment death benefits. The plan aims to resolve pension abuses by acting before troops are sent to France.
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Mount Airy Woman Praises Doan's Kidney Pills
Mrs. C F James of Mount Airy reports chronic backache kidney troubles and nervous strain improved after using Doan's Kidney Pills. She says two boxes removed back pain and regulated her kidneys and notes the item costs 50 cents at dealers.
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