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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1919
Page
6
Among thousands of U S soldiers awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for bravery in France General Pershing’s staff highlights a notable few. The items showcase extraordinary exploits among the fighting Americans and reflect wartime heroism recorded by the War Department.
Major Oscar F. Miller of the 361st Infantry received the Distinguished Service Cross for conspicuous gallantry near Gesnex France on September 24 1918. Wounded multiple times he led his battalion until death a few days later. his widow resided at 1727 West Fifty Gyet Street Los Angeles California.
Reports honor three soldiers for gallantry in France in 1918. Private Coston of the 15th Infantry led an automatic rifle team under heavy fire at Bois de Renonvay, died from wounds. Private Funk of the 54th Infantry and Private Buffalo of the 280th Infantry also earned the DSC for rescues and steadfast fighting near Fey-en-Trave and other fronts.
An unnamed soldier grabbed a grenade in a shell hole and hurled it out as it exploded in his hand, saving the group before succumbing to severe wounds. The report also notes Private Dunn who volunteered for a risky messenger run and was killed by machine gun fire after continuing his mission.
Captain Alexander R. Skinker of the 138th Infantry was cited for conspicuous gallantry at Cheppy France on September 26 1918. He fed a wounded comrade and then manned an automatic rifle through a wire obstacle, dying after continuing the attack. His widow resides at 646 Elmwood Avenue St Louis Missouri.
A list of Private Patrick Garrity and others decorated for conspicuous gallantry in action in France during 1918. Garrity advanced against a machine gun nest near Remonville on November 1, killed two comrades' shooters, captured three Germans and a gun. Other honored include Private Robert L. Blackwell killed near Bt Bouplet while delivering a reinforcement call, Private Claytons Black, Private Slack, and Sergeant Howard E. Madsen for various acts of bravery. Provided home addresses for several recipients.
Near Jeffersonville Indiana a woman treated her sick chicken with a tiny drop of whisky from a prescribed heart remedy. Neighbors say the bird danced wildly after the dose, but the owner insists the treatment cured it while noting the risk of misusing medicine.
Prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture provide guidance on road drainage. It details soil types gravel loam gumbo and hardpan and explains surface drainage systems including side ditches gutters intercepting ditches and culverts. It notes the need for consideration of soil topography rainfall and available drain materials in road design and mentions drop inlets basins and underground drains.
A government report urges national forests to be equipped with roads trails auxiliary lines and lookout stations to prevent fires. The testimony before the chief forester emphasizes faster access and better protection as key factors in reducing fire risk.
An expert article explains the universal joint in cars, its role in delivering power between shafts, common neglect, and proper lubrication. It warns against cup grease and stresses using compatible lubricant that can flow between gears as parts move with road contour and load.
A fragment advises on maintaining joints and bolts to prevent loosening. It suggests tightening bolts occasionally and securing joints with heavy ball wire to stop movement. The tone reads like practical mechanical guidance from an era focused on durable fixes and manual tools.
A method proposes correcting a sagging garage door by driving two heavy nails at opposite corners and threading a heavy wire between them. Place wood blocks under the wire, use a third spike as a turnbuckle in the center, then drive the center spike to tighten. The result is a stable frame and a permanent cure for sagging.
An article describes a dangerous method of causing asphyxiation by routing car exhaust into a garage through a small hole in a door. Instructions include a two inch pipe attached to the exhaust and led into the garage, with the door kept closed during use.
On the road broken wiring insulation can be fixed quickly by melting available tar from the battery top and spreading it over the break, then covering with cloth. If electrician's tape is on hand, use it as intended for this repair.
The article surveys farm to farm freight by motor trucks on rural routes. It discusses central loading points, various collection systems, accounting needs, and costs. It stresses keeping records, insurance, and financial responsibility to develop stable rural freight business.
Father Turkey explains to his four week old spring turkeys that Thanksgiving marks a time to be good, celebrate and be thankful, while also noting they are raised to be eaten for Thanksgiving and Christmas. The tale highlights preparation and the seasonal cycle of farm life.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a teacher and phrases in quotes about dangerous topics. The readable bits hint at a nonsensical or corrupted source, lacking clear events, names, or locations to establish a coherent news item.
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