Rainbow Exploits in France Told at Muscatine Luncheon
Muscatine welcomed three Iowa veterans from the 168th Infantry as Emil Webbles presided at a noon hotel luncheon. Sergeant Hawkins described trench raids, No Man's Land, and German atrocities, while Private Montgomery spoke on supply food, bread, and morale. Corporal Skinner praised Red Cross and other services, urged home front support, and urged buying war savings stamps to aid the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
John J. Pershing
Owen Hawkins
Merle Skinner
Albert Montgomery
Iowa
France
Emil Webbles
Hawkins
Iowan
169Th
No Man's Land
Ottumwa
Sherman
Webster
Skinner
Red Cross
Salvation Army
Old
Doctor Gave This Run-Down Woman Vinol
A Flint woman Clara Smith says Vinol cured nervous weakness and insomnia after a run-down condition. Advertisement notes a positive guarantee and availability at Havercamp Drug Store in Muscatine and at many town drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinol
Kiint
Mich
Clara Smith
4Th Ave
Flint
Vinci
Havercamp
Muscatine
Army Canards Branded Lies in France Morals Health
Sergeant Hawkins denounces rumors about American troops in France branding them lies. He asserts soldiers there enjoy better morals and health than those at home, crediting discipline and physical condition. He says the men are focused on playing a crucial role and returning home clean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Hawkins
New York
168Th
Sergeant Hawking
America
Young Umlandt Enlists in U S Marine Corps
Harold W. Umlandt, son of Henry Umlandt of local button works, enlisted in the U S Marine Corps and will go to Paris Island SC for radio work. He previously traveled to New York City to join a Harvard radio instruction course, but the release papers from the draft board did not arrive in time, ending his attempt there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Umlandt
Poughkeepsie
N. Y
Harold W. Umlandt
U. S. Marine Corps
Paris Island
South Carolina
New York City
Enlst
Harvard University
Jose
Service at Trinity Episcopal Church Tomorrow
A church service will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church tomorrow morning at 10 o clock in accordance with the President's proclamation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity
Trinity Episcopal Church
Sergeant Hawkins Recalls Croix de Guerre Victory
Sergeant Owen Hawkins revealed how he earned the French Croix de Guerre saying the award honors his platoon as a whole. He credited his unit for coolness under fire and ordered discipline, noting he plans to frame the medal with his comrades listed as a memorial in Red Oak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owen Hawkins
France
Red Oak
Troops Rush Across Country Transfer Passes City
Three troop trains bound for the east passed through the city today. Each special train had ten to twelve coaches filled with uniformed men who were cheered as they passed. Soldiers waved hats in response as the trains moved on. Public schools will observe Memorial Day tomorrow by closing.
Itching Eczema Relief With Cuticura Soaps and Ointment
A Columbus resident reports severe eczema that covered the body face and head. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment for five weeks the condition fully healed, with the ad urging Cuticura for skin care and offering samples by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. M. Twinam
S. Second St
Columbus
Mall
Dept. A
Boston
Sage and Sulphur Compound Promises Darker Hair
An old advertisement touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound as a ready to use mix to darken gray hair naturally. It claims quick results by applying with a sponge or brush, restoring color and luster, and notes it is not a disease cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
Wyeth
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Methodist Church
Hawk
Hawking
Iit
Montgomery
Stewart
Missouri
Sam
Liberty
Eldridge Battery.Co
E. Front St
Muscatine, In
Young Umlandt
Firestone
Firestone Tire & Rubber CO
Harrison St
Davenport
Akron
Ohdo
Maxwell
Halling & King
Front St
High Bridge
Shallenberger
Grand Hotel
J. F. Shallenberger
Oakwood Blvd
Chicago
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