Wartime Vividly Recalled From Roehampton Hospital Ward
Correspondent reports from Roehampton Military Hospital where war wounds are treated. He describes amputations, facial grafts, and a nurse's stoic bravery, noting patients from Britain, Australia, and Canada, plus navy and air service members. The piece reflects on empire wide wartime medical care and resilience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roehampton
Guiang
North Sea
Nxt
R.N
R.n.as
Thos
Sister Tomlinson
Imperial
Commonwealth
A. Wallas
R.A.F
Wallas
Hainault
Dawson River
Queensland
P.B.I. Blinkin
Empire
Hobbs
London August Social Quietness and American Tourists
The piece discusses how August in London is socially quiet, with locals avoiding city life, while Americans, many artists and students, flood the capital. It notes shipping fare cuts in 3rd class as good advertising for future higher-class bookings and mentions a possible royal visit to Australia, highlighting the Duchess of York as poised and natural, contrasting with the Prince of Wales's ever-present smile.
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London
Great Britain
Australia
House of Representatives
Duke of York
Canberra
Duchess of York
Prince of Wales
Prince
Duke
A Nervous Duke Gains Elongated Speech and Calm Demeanor
The Duke shows marked improvement in speech after ceaseless practice, with utterances once slow and strained now more even. He remains popular, seen as seriously minded, and is often compared in appearance to the King, though his wife is noted for captivating his circle.
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