Pershing Reaches England Before France Arrival Ovation Across Ocean
General Pershing arrived in England aboard a destroyer escorted by American and British ships after a smooth sea voyage. A dignified harbor welcome featured a guard of honor, salutes, and the Star Spangled Banner as Pershing and his staff boarded, with British officers inspecting a wounded veteran and soldiers from Royal Welsh Fusiliers present. The party, including British and American reporters, spoke with officials before Pershing donned his khaki uniform and thanked the captain for the voyage.
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War Office
Admiral Stilleman
General Campbell
England
Pershing Biography Recalled From Missouri Roots
In a portrait of Maj. Gen. John J. Pershing, details emerge from his Laclede birthplace and childhood. old friends describe his drive and pie loving meals. Pershing rises to brigadier general after the Philippines and later major general after Mexico.
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Linn County
John Joseph Pershing
Susan” Hewitt
John Pershing
Johan
Charles Spurgeon
Brookfield
Pershing
Philippines
Mexico
Francesa Warren
Cheyenne
Wyo
Senator Warren
Mra
Presidio
San Francisco
Metropolitan
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Army and Navy Club
New York
Hamilton Club
Chicago
Austrians Seek Separate Slavic Peace and Arrest Ordered
Reports from Petrograd describe Austrian general proposals for a separate peace with Russia and a delegation from Austrian divisions entering front lines. A Kishineff delegation including two generals urged talks with the workmen and soldiers council, accompanied by Russian soldiers. Authorities forbid such moves as calls for a small war council gain support in both bodies to grant decisive power within about 30 days.
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William G. Shepherd
Petrograd
Robr le
Kisheneff
Workmen's and
British War Council
Money Runs the War Bond Appeal Card
Public appeal urges citizens to support the war effort by buying bonds. The message emphasizes financial backing as a key factor in sustaining military missions and national victory.
City to open bathing beaches Saturday says official
Superintendent Thompson of the park board notes the water is still chilly but the city will open its bathing beaches this Saturday if residents want to swim. The plan had been to open last Sunday, but Thompson postponed it at the last moment due to cold conditions for Seattle bathers.
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Star
Department of Agriculture
Silk Dress Sale for Girls and Teens at Reduced Prices
Fashion notice advertises girls and large girls silk dresses in soft taffetas crepes Georgettes and satins at lowered prices suitable for dresses or dances.
Military Capes and Tub Skirts Featured for Inexpensive Wear
Among recent top wraps for smart women are military capes with large collars trimmed with buttons, available in black and navy. Tub skirts in gabardine and corded pique, with patch pockets and self belts, offer full flare and deep hems. House wear styles include semi fitted dresses in gingham checks and plaids. Second floor.
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Euting
Hoover Praises Fight on Waste New Enlistments Up to Soon Friday
Hoover praises the fight on waste and notes new enlistments will be accepted up to Friday. The message emphasizes ongoing efforts to curb inefficiency and calls for timely participation.
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