Insurance Bill Faces House Vote With Major Debates
The administration backed measure would extend veterans insurance and widow benefits with allowances for wives and children, life coverage up to 2800, and postwar transfer options. Opponents from insurance firms and pension advocates expect protracted debate before likely passage in the House. Also noted is James L. Bolepack of Charlotte, pardoned after murder conviction, following a board’s recommendation.
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Congress
House
James L. Bolepack
Charlotte
Sertencd
Bickett
Advisory Board of
Parade
Bolepack
Pick and Shovel Doesn't Appeal to American Troops
An Associated Press report from American Training Camps in France notes American officers face difficulty convincing U S soldiers to value concealment and steady advance over aggressive digging. Canadians and Australians resist digging, urging lessons from experience. The piece stresses the need to subdue impulsiveness, synchronize infantry with artillery, and embrace cover as a critical asset in modern warfare.
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Associated Press
France
Iimnes
Aus
Belis
Orman
England to be beaten down, Kaiser declares war aim
The Kaiser told his troops during a plane visit that England must be beaten at any cost. Berlin reports Emperor William addressed detachments amid British attacks and urged victory. He praised German gallantry and urged troops to persevere, claiming the war’s purpose is German freedom at sea and at home.
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England
Germany
William
Berlin
Quinine Patent Tonic Promoted by E. W. Grove
An advertisement touts LAXATIVE BROMO OVININE as a superior tonic with no head effects and claims it is better than ordinary quinine. The copy urges readers to remember the full claim and signature of E. W. GROVE in the promotional note.
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Ynter-Sing
Portrmance
E. W. Grove
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