Overseas cap added to American equipment in France
The article details new officer insignia rules for foreign service, price lists from quartermaster depots in France showing goods on sale to expeditionary forces, and notes on military procurement, shoe sizing trends, and medical advances in war wound treatment. It also cites Pershing on duty to country and mentions engineer corps officer recruitment and alcohol as a potential power source.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ies
France
Quartermaster Corps
Herries
Turkey
Army Medical Department
Pershing
Searchlights Impress in Italian Front Warfare
Searchlights play a key role in the current conflict as beams blind enemy observers on the Italian front while engineers advance constructing works in the night.
Betting on the Race
The piece notes betting on a horse race, debating swift runners versus a slow bet, with a wry caution about risking money on the tortoise. It reflects a gambler’s view on odds, risk, and prudence in wagering.
Obscure Caption Hints at Portrait Requests
Fragmentary text shows a mention of Mrs Jackson and Mrs Johnsing with unclear note about a baby and a doll image. No clear event, date, place, or organization is discernible from the available words.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
True Merit Revealed
A fragmentary quote shows an uncompromising speaker remarking on admired qualities as a focus of discussion. The text is incomplete, lacking clear events, names, or a coherent narrative to establish a full news item.
Castoria and the signature claim discussed
A reader notes the promotion of Castoria advertising urging parents to check for the signature. The writer also questions the affordability of owning a car and its influence on possession.
Ovation at the Marching Ub Hinting Courtship
A fragmentary dialogue recalls a standing ovation and a playful exchange about etiquette and courtesy during a march. The speakers discuss a young man lifting his hat to a lady and others following suit as a sign of respect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Girtle
Ferdy
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Neral Pershing
Vane
Washington
Dong
Yen
Anyge
Connecion
Ordnance Department
Engineer Corps
Graham Bell
RED Cross—Goodness
Libby
Libby, M*neill
Libby, Chicag
Lydia E. Pinkhams
Fletcher
Tims
Sila
Lincola
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