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Newspaper
Saco Independent
Location
Saco, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1919
Page
2
A historical note records an entry at the Saco Montana post office dated October 1, 1919. The line includes a quotation about a nation’s conduct with foreign nations attributed to Stephen Decatur.
The article discusses six Red Cross convalescent homes aiding wounded soldiers. It notes the need to house recovering men as they regain health, with funding and support from the Red Cross and discipline from the Army. Timely care helps returns to duty and civilian life.
A World War I veteran recalls convalescent care at a Red Cross home after battle. He describes how comforting surroundings and gentle voices replaced the nightmare of combat, alongside scarce food and hard tack during relief missions.
The Red Cross and National Tuberculosis Association join in a Christmas Roll Call replacing the seal sale to reduce appeals. The War Council allocates 2,500,000 for anti tuberculosis work in 1919, with members earning ten seals each for joining.
An American Red Cross worker among volunteers overheard wounded talking about the Red Cross. They said without it they would have starved or faced worse injuries. The remark highlights relief workers' impact in hospital wards and at railway stations serving wounded soldiers.
John Walker Burley son of Mr and Mrs C B Burley of Lynchburg West Virginia enlisted in 1917 at age 15 served with Company E First Virginia Infantry later with 116th Infantry and 60th Engineers in France. He was wounded in July and sent to Camp Stuart Newport News then Plattsburg Barracks New York. His mother plans to visit him once permitted. Hair value note follows about famous locks selling at auction.
The Jerusalem artichoke a tuber from Helianthus tuberosus is easy to grow and valuable for humans and animals. It is native to the old world and widely known in Europe with historical links to France Rome and Italy. The name artichoke derives from Moorish alkhars Hof and Jerusalem is an English corruption of Italian.
The Maryland colonial assembly, started in 1635 as a democratic body of adult male citizens, won the right to initiate legislation in 1638. Lord Baltimore approved the change, and the 1639 session enacted Maryland’s first statutes, marking greater autonomy from Britain.
The article describes the large marble sculpture known as the Mouth of Truth near the basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin in Rome. It recounts the legend that those who lied would have their hands cut off if they placed them in the statue’s open mouth.
A quirk filled note recalls Reggie missing a game due to not bringing hunting tags. The speaker laments the absence and jokes about the clothing and misfortune in a humorous rural tone.
American Red Cross to operate aviation canteens in France for pilots and officers. General Patrick requests expanded comfort and recreation facilities to keep aviators mentally and physically prepared for hazardous flight. Women volunteers will preside, creating a hopeful atmosphere under Red Cross supervision.
German born Pvt. Adam Patercity refused a discharge and crossed with his regiment to France. North of Verdun he survived severe wounds and charged a machine gun nest, forcing surrender of four crewmen while five others lay dead. Stars and Stripes reported the daring action.
Malta Montana ad for Dr R P Minwick physician and surgeon lists residence and office over the Co operative Store with phone 27 and a note that all work receives personal attention. Includes typical small town listing style from an old newspaper notice.
Abstracts of Title rooms in Veseth Block Mont 8400-1.07.0. PF. Meets every Tuesday, visiting members welcome. Miller Foy final proofs for filings for any land troubles Ug Commissioner Saéo Montana.
Soldiers sailors and marines express deep appreciation for Red Cross canteen services through post cards from embarkation points. Messages praise care en route coffee and support, with calls to continue backing the Red Cross and its canteen efforts.
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