Medal by Theodore Spicer-Simson Issued for World War Entry
The noted medalist works on a medal commemorating the United States entry into World War I. Copies in gold have been presented by Miss Anne Morgan to President Poincare of France, Premier Viviani, Marshal Joffre, and Sarah Bernhardt. Replicas in government bronze are being sold by the American Fund for French Wounded.
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Theodore Spicer-Simson
United States
Anne Morgan
Poincare
France
Viviani
Marshal Joffre
Sarah Bernhardt
American Fund For
Plan for Unisex Uniforms Prompts Fashion Debate in London
English tailors propose a civilian uniform with tunic breeches puttees and cap to simplify production. Both genders would wear it to avoid shaming leg shapes. Some worry it reveals bow-legs and knock-knees while others joke about shapely underpinnings.
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London
Medical prep to avert repeats of Spanish American War losses
Washington officials tout standardization of medical supplies and rigorous disease prevention as crucial for the new army. Dr. Franklin H. Martin declares publicity and coordination by the council of national defense will safeguard health, with top physicians guiding personnel and supply planning for front and rear camps.
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Washington
United States
Franklin H. Martin
Council of National Defense
Martin
General Medical Board
Army
Navy
Simon Flexner
Rockefeller Institute
William J
Charles H. Mayo
Victor C. Vaughan
University of Michigan
John M. T. Finney
William H. Welch
Johns Hopkins
Frederick A. Besley
Northwestern
George W. Crile
Western Reserve
Charles E. Kahlke
Balremaum College
Army and Navy
Public Health Service
Red Cross
Simpson
General Munitions Board
Germany
Romanian Soldier Escapes Austrian Prison Camp Story of Horrors
Roumanian prisoner Toma Waralam recounts torture and starvation in a Austrian camp at Elangary on the River Leytha where 20,000 prisoners were confined. He describes starving rations, loss of clothing, brutal punishments, and the trek to Italian lines where he was aided by Italian soldiers.
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Rome
Toma Waralam
Transylvania
Corso
Basso
Elangary
Leytha
Komen
Niko Crstia
From War Shirker to Hero in Bath Soldier’s Death
London reports the arc of Henry Bellamore from conscientious objector to volunteer soldier with the duke of Cornwall's light infantry. He opposed conscription, faced effigy burning, enlisted after a change of heart, and was killed in action.
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London
England
Henry Bellamore
Bellamore
Bath
Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry
Fall skirts and water fashion parade in season preview
The piece highlights fall skirt styles with simple silhouettes and novelty fabrics, notes on belt pockets one piece construction, and describes water sport outfits featuring taffeta, white rubberized satin, and decorative belts. It surveys caps, gowns, and the shift toward fabrics like mohair for water wear.
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Venus de Milo
Cut Out Gloom When You Write To Sailors
In Great Lakes Recruit magazine the editorial urges writers to avoid gloomy phrases to sailors. It notes 80 percent of letters convey imaginary woes rather than cheer, with examples about a sick mother or a child with measles.
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Chicago
George
Great Lakes
Naval Training
Johnny
Deans Classified as Luxuries by London Bishop
Right Rev Arthur F W Ingram bishop of London says deans of English cathedrals are luxuries and should be abolished. He argues 350000 dollars spent yearly is wasted and funds should aid new dioceses with bishops. He notes friction between bishops and deans in some cathedrals.
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London
Church of England
The Book of the Law Found and Josiah's Reform
The discovery of the Book of the Law during temple repairs leads Hilkiah to deliver it to King Josiah. Reading awakens zeal, prompts covenant renewal, and spurs nationwide reform as Josiah rededicates Israel to the Lord and removes abominations.
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Hilkiah
Shaphan
Huidah
Sinai
Christ
Huldah
Josiah
Israel
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Roumanian
Nes Li
PB. Fitzwater
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
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