Memorial Day Reflections On Heroes And Remembrance
The piece honors Memorial Day’s half century of meaning with notes on American cemeteries in Europe and overseas, the Graves Registration Service, and Pershing led efforts. It highlights veteran demographics, pension trends, and youthful military training as hope for future service.
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Dickinson Sherman
America
Meuse-Argonne
Rompagne-sous-Montfaucon
Meuse
France
Frances
Myron T. Herrick
S Renes
A. E
Uncle Sam
Italy
Ireland
Poland
Denmark
Sweden
Scotland
Czechoslovakia
Norway
Finland
Sardinia
China
TCO
Pershing
McCormick
Mundres
Citizens
Fort Sam Houston
Gen
John J. Pershing
American Legion
Civer
Sam Houston
Grand Army of the Republic
United Confederate Veterans
Edwin D. Meany
David Spaulding
University of Washington
Harding
Washington Conference On Limitation
Armamere Ly
Monument Carved on Stone Mountain Honors Harding and Wilson
Granite blocks fall from a 400 foot scaffold as Confederate imagery appears near the Lee head on Stone Mountain Georgia. Dignitaries including governors Maj Gen David C. Shanks and Rear Adm James G. Williams attend the unveiling. President Coolidge and Congress praised Harding and Wilson in memorial ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery.
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Washington
Capital
Lincoln
Robert E. Lee
Stone Mountain
Confederacy
David C. Shanks
Army
James G. Williams
Charleston
3. C
Navy
Daughters of the Confederacy
Lee
Georgia
Harding
Wilson
President Coolidge
Cators
Majestic Memorial
National Cemetery At
Arlington
National Memorial
National Cemetery
Potomac
New World
America
God of Nations
Hail Columbia A Patriot Song Born From Hopkinson Aid
In July 1798 during looming war with France a Philadelphia actor sought a patriotic number for a benefit. Lawyer Joseph Hopkinson provided a manuscript adapting the President's March. The crowd packed the theater, singing the piece nightly and in streets, embodying an American spirit above party.
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Columbia
France
Congress
Philadelphia
England
United States
America
Great Britain
Joseph Hopkinson
Hopkinson
Saturday Evening Post
Mena’s Conceit Sparks Debate On Life’s Value
A fragment discusses some men deeming life not worth the trouble, reflecting on attitudes toward existence. The text hints at philosophical skepticism without specifying individuals or events.
Knitted Togs for Children and Summer Accessories
Julia Bottomley surveys 1924 summer fashion for children and youths, highlighting knitted outerwear, scarves, two piece outfits, and playful accessories. She notes monograms, geometric embroidery, lightweight fabrics, and coordinated hats, bags, and jewelry as key trends in juvenile style.
Quaint and Charming Childhood Fashions of Today
A note on children's clothing highlighting present day styles that blend charm with practicality. The design emphasizes youthful smartness, color, and enduring usability without compromising function.
Dainty Lingerie Showcases Sheer Green Voile Details
A fashion note describes lingerie crafted from sheer white voile with tiny grass-green voile triangles set at intervals. Between the triangles run rows of double hemstitching, highlighting delicate couture technique.
Dainty Georgette Negligees Fashion Note
A springtime look features georgette robes with trailing sleeves in pale pink and printed rose patterns in deeper pink, blue, and gray. The delicately designed lingerie item highlights dainty, MARVEL-like fabrics.
Cleaning Japanned Trays With Vinegar and Whiting
Japanned trays can be cleaned with a vinegar and whiting mix. Apply with a soft flannel then wipe with a clean cloth and finish with chamois polish.
Oratory Quote Sparks Practical Debate
The Louisville Courier-Journal notes a witty exchange on oratory and purpose, highlighting how many speakers lack a clear aim and how audiences sense uncertainty in the moment. The quip underscores misalignment between speech and intent.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
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Lufplorlal Weraglayel
Long
Georgette
Cretonne
Julia Bottomley
Western Newspaper Union
Wrigley
Citizen Printing Company
N Street
Omaha
Nebraska
Glen Elmo
J. Z McDonald Co
Stanerey, MO
Haarlem
Frances Willard
Frances E. Willard
Eiller
Anne Dagler
Harold Somers
Brecklyn, N.Y
Allen
le Roy
N. Yi
Cuticura
W. N.U
Lincoln, KO
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