The Corporal's tale of Y M C A aid for soldiers
A veteran corporal recounts how Y M C A workers calmed homesick troops in the Philippines. He describes a rookie who nearly shot his finger off and credits the Y M C A with keeping men sane, morally steady, and ready for battle. The story argues the group does essential, far reaching good in camps and on the front.
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Richard Henry Little
Chicago Herald
Cavite Viejo
Phillippines
Emilio Aguin
Aldo
Dun
Navy
Bacoor
Manila
Bilbid
Ce YM. C. al
Bird
Germany Unable to Get Point of View of the American Citizen
Washington reports a German handicap in understanding Anglo-Saxon sentiment as the U S enters the war. The piece contrasts German views on Villa and U S support for England with American reactions, noting Washington’s cordial welcomes to Allied leaders and civilians amid the war effort.
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Germany
Washington, D. C
Britain
England
America
Wilson
Phoenix
Arinoza
Washington
Busnd
Villa
Sammie
Sam
Southwest
California
British Board of Censors
United States
White House
M. Emile Houvelaque
France
M. Houvelaque
New York
Frances
Jackies
l'Ameriquie
Treasury
Stordahl School Notes Highlight Daily Guest Visits
Mae Smith edits Our School Weekly in its 25th edition as students host overnight guests Rhodie and Lillian Helmsness. Elenor, James Heaslett, Marvin Medhaug visit. Roy completes a reader. Crum visits. gardens thrive despite dryness. Zelda Smith earns library certs. Zelda turns ten on the 23rd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tda
Mary
Rhodie
Lillian Helmsness
Mae Smith
Elenor
James Heaslett
Marvin Medhaug
Roy
Miss Crum
Thalia
Olive Herbranson
Ida
Anniel Heaslett
Floyd
Clarence Farland
Mae
Zelda Smith
Mary Heaslett
Thalia Herbranson
Lillian
Red Cross Finance Week and Williston Chapter drive
Red Cross Finance Week is set for June 18 to 25 nationwide to boost funds for the Red Cross. Williston Chapter plans a second membership drive and aims to organize Auxiliaries in Williams and McKenzie Counties. Volunteers will meet Tuesdays at the Armory to prepare supplies including Comfort Bags for Company BE and bandages for North Dakota troops, using old linen and similar materials.
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Red Cross
American Red Cross
Williston
Williams and
McKenzie
North Dakota
Made Right-Every Modern Improvement Made of the finest materials throughout
The item highlights kiln-dried rot-proof cypress tubs with a special solid sycamore Dolly featuring four pins. Includes telescoping Dolly post, galvanized tub outlet-drains, milled gears, reversible swinging wringer, burn-out power, steel enches, and a high grade construction for durability.
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Army
Bank OF
the Bank of Williston
R. M. Calderwood
J. Arthur Cunningham
Dr. E. J. Hagan
L. J. Rodman
Abner R. Veitch
F. J. Wilkinson
Rollin B. Ballard
Vice Press
Frank B. Plummer
Uncle Sam
Villa—Roosevelt
Navy League
League
Jack
Peas
Europe
Washiton
Balfour
Viviani
Joffre
Stordahl School
Liat
Antic
Stenehjem & Husebve
Williston, North Dakota
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