Night retreat from Vitry reveals chaos and hunger
In this continued chapter the narrator describes a hurried retreat through rain soaked roads from Vitry. Soldiers crowd the road with wagons and ammunition while wounded and exhausted men struggle to advance. Civilians, fleei tives, and townspeople suffer as shells and chaos endanger all.
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There Was a Man in Our Town War Thrift Stampa
A reader fragment describes a man in town embracing thrift measures and buying savings passes at a Burgest Vigildntes event. The text references a Twenty-Five Cent size and Saar Thrift saving pass, illustrating frugal action.
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Mule Shod Again as Bet Sparks Airship Jest
A New York delegate recounts a village scene where a mule is taken to a blacksmith for shoeing. The owner and Jake Hawkins bet on how many shoes it will take before the animal bolts, a tale delivered to illustrate thoughtless behavior toward others.
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New York
Ufe
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Both Sides of Proverb and Early Bird Wit
A Youngstown Telegram item notes Harriet, after attending Sunday services, hearing an earnest opening prayer that drew repeated "Amens" from the congregation. Harriet asks why the man does not quit as her mother explains the crowd’s shared fervor.
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Exercises to loosen stiff joints for wounded soldiers
Military doctors developed simple exercises to restore mobility after injury. Knees are trained on an inclined board with one foot on the ground, shoulders are worked by climbing ladders, wrists and fingers by turning wooden rollers with cords, and re teaching walking uses a pigeon hole frame to guide proper foot placement.
Voting by Soldiers in US and Abroad
The war department rules that soldiers stationed within the United States may have their votes handled by state governments without hindering military operations. For soldiers in France or other foreign soil, the department says voting cannot be taken without serious interference with military efficiency.
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How Could She Tell A Flatbush Theater Ushers Dilemma
One girl ushered two women to their seats when asked if the show was fit for church women. She admitted uncertainty then explained she lacked time to attend church. The brief exchange highlights concerns about suitable programming and personal time.
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Flatbush
Hat mystery rattles Jagsbys at home
In a domestic quarrel Mr Jagsby laments missing hat from the house while Mrs Jagsby asserts he was not wearing it when returning home, calling the timing of disappearances a shame in the Birmingham Age Herald.
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