Gas and shell attack memoir of an American soldier in France
An American soldier in France details gas attacks, periscope glimpses, and frontline chaos. He describes helmet use, gas clouds, and the bombardment as his unit repels a German assault. On the road to intelligence work with comrade Atwell, they survive a shell blown ambulance and chase rumors of a spy in the trenches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tommy
Magnus
Cne
Ne Meas Land
Cus
Division
Beadyquarters
Enewer
Atwell
R. A. MC
England
Marne
Offeer
Nex
No Man's Land
New York
Royal Irish Rifles
Euape
Gulvive
Nicht
Old Pepper
Baronet
Mr. Fritz
Brest
France
B.C
Carson
Letter From the Front From Brest France Engineer Company
A soldier writes to his mother from Brest France about army life in the 28 Engineers. He describes good health, steady work on several jobs, and appreciation for YMCA entertainments. He mentions receiving a letter from Marie, plans to send souvenirs, and hopes family updates reach him. He notes desire to return home, asks about relatives, and reflects on the war and peace prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie
Jeter
Brest
Franca
Roof Renewal Ad Claims Leak Proof Fire Proofing
An advertisement touts Homeblende asbestos liquid fibre roofing cement as a low cost, easy to apply roof coating. It promises no painting, no seams, stops leaks, preserves roofs, and offers a 10 year guarantee with coverage of 150 square feet per gallon.
Farmers Warehouse promotes roof cement for repairs
Bramblett & Sons endorses North American Fibre Products roof cement as the best seen, urging customers to investigate before roof work. T. E. Avent, manager, notes Farmers Warehouse applies the cement to all roofs, signaling strong confidence in the product.
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North American Fibre Products Co
Bramlett & Sons
T. E. Avent
Mgr
Canning Course Aids Home Economics Members In July
The Home Economics Department invites all Ladies and girls to a short canning course in the county on July 31 and August 12. Club members are urged to attend. patterns for caps and aprons will be provided and shared by the Caning Club Girls. The program will include cooking and salad making with war cookery emphasis and lectures on home economics topics.
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Canning
Canning Club
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Arthur Guy Empty
No. 2
Sendbage
Mi Tyne
Papa
Daisy Bell
Kathryne
Jackson
Germany
Home Economics Department
Luella B. Ramsey
Americus Camp
W. S
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