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Newspaper
The Wakefield News
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1931
Page
4
In April 1918 the U S army grapples with untrained troops in arriving divisions and a shortage of regular officers. General Pershing notes poor preparation in combat divisions, praises the Second and First divisions, and details British and Allied pressures to accelerate American troop deployment and training for the front.
In Bessemer at the Probate Office on May 25 1931 Judge Harry K Bay presides over the matter of the estate of William D Kelly deceased. The petition seeks appointment of an oath and hearing for the matter to proceed with any necessary actions by the court.
A World War I era report notes a motor trip to Sarcus to consult General Foch on uniting American divisions. The speaker stressed early action to boost morale and suggested assembling the corps near the First Division as a start. Foch agreed in principle but warned when other divisions could be spared. He cited heavy Allied pressure on the Lys sector.
Hurley Miner reports that Rudolph Bjork of Iron Belt was seriously wounded by two bullets while hunting with Onni Tervo and Taisco Myllykangas southeast of Iron Belt toward Island Lake. Tervo and Myllykangas were jailed awaiting arraignment on unspecified charges. Bjork’s condition was unclear after being admitted to Grand View hospital.
Sunburn causes reddening swelling and peeling with possible blisters in severe cases. Prevention includes mild ointments before sun exposure though prolonged exposure remains risky. To relieve discomfort after burning soothing lotions boric acid solution rose water or pale cow's cream are suggested and further irritation should be avoided.
Household hints discuss avoiding puckering on sheer fabrics like muslin or crepe de chine by placing paper beneath the material during sewing. Additional tips advise natural dress for touring, a small hat, and wearing a thin dark dress in heat. Cooking and baking notes cover watercress, a summer luncheon menu with fried tomato and mushroom gravy, and a strawberry shortcake recipe with steps for preparing batter and assembling cakes.
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