Army Justice Under Fire But Reforms Seen Possible
The American Bar Association issued a report defending the Army's general system of military justice while noting failures to follow the Manual for Courts Martial. It pins blame on inexperience and officer interference and urges trained lawyers in appointment and trial administration to avert reforms.
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United States Army
Lichfield
Leichfield
Germany
Sys
American Bar Association
Advisory Committee On Military Justice
War Department
Congress
Men and Nature Its Battle Against Pests
A short essay argues humans are poor at eradicating natural enemies. It notes failures against grasshoppers, mosquitoes, rats, and pests while praising the cat as a natural rat hunter. It laments weaponry's limits and urges focusing on natural foes rather than fighting each other.
C&O to test pay-as-you-see rail travel with no show option
The Chesapeake & Ohio Railway under Robert R. Young plans a January rollout of a pay-as-you-see system. Travelers will call ahead for space, pay cash or use credit, and rail credit will be offered to financially responsible individuals. Observers question no-show handling and public reception.
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New York Herald Tribune
Chesapeake & Ohio Railway
Chicago
Robert R. Young
Young
Mr. Young
Eye Strain Often Found the Cause of Headaches
Eye strain is a common cause of headaches many patients seek eye specialist help for. Dr. Evatt notes about sixty percent of patients report headaches and eye issues stem from retina irritation glare and overuse. Proper glasses and avoiding excessive close work are advised along with treating any eye disease.
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Clay W. Evatt
Charleston
S. C
Evatt
Hail Rhubarb A Chronicle Of Fruit And Vegetable Classifications
The piece humorously traces fruit and vegetable status through history from tomato and melon to nut and rhubarb. It notes Webster’s fruit rating and hints the squash sticks with vegetables while rhubarb pie remains the ultimate winner.
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Christian Science Monitor
Aristrocracy
Webster
Retiring Generals Report Spurs US Army Size Debate
The Milwaukee Journal notes the 808 Chinese generals retired and compares with the US Army which shed 500 generals in one month yet still counts over 1,000 remaining. The piece resolves to drop the issue after this contrast.
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Milwaukee Journal
United States Army
No Change for the Better Says Chester Bowles
Chester Bowles criticizes current administration policy as very screwy and notes no improvement since his departure. Public figures debate administration direction amid ongoing policy disputes in Lynchburg.
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Chester Bowles
Chester
Foreman Theodore Ritter Dies at Virginia Woolen Mill
News of Other Years recalls the death of Theodore H. Ritter a foreman at the Virginia Woolen Mill for 43 years at his Winchester home this morning New Year memories note subdued celebrations in Frederick and Winchester counties for the past four years.
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Theodore H. Ritter
Virginia
Winchester
Frederick County
West Virginia hunter bags 26 pound bear in 1921 note
In a 1921 report George Wilson bagged a 26 pound bear while hunting in West Virginia. A German strategy piece notes efforts to gain dominance on the Western front. Four youths from a volunteer fire department were fined and forced to resign after turning in false alarms.
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George Wilson
West Virginia
Western Front
County Clerk Issues 91 Licenses Amid Year-End Totals
The county clerk closed the year by issuing 91 marriage licenses. Mr. H. D. Flood returned home at Appomattox after visiting Mr. R. E. Byrd. Capt. A. P. Pifer left for Norfolk after visiting Mr. J. W. Rice.
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H. D. Flood
Appomattox
R. E. Byrd
A. P. Pifer
Norfolk
J. W. Rice
Strength For The Day By Keri L. Douglas
The piece reflects on the last day of the year as a door to the past with a window for reflection. It urges gratitude for yesterday, inquiry for lessons learned, and trust in God’s sovereignty to guide present and future, urging wholesome, hopeful contemplation.
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Father Time
Yesterday
Yesteryear
How's Your I Q Quiz Questions From Page 2
A list of ten general knowledge questions covering calendar months Fort de France the Pyramid of the Sun and other topics. Topics include Roman months Greek and English history geography anthropology and civics with queries on fuel names and postal mail rules.
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Fort-de-France
India
Egypt
Mexico
Sarawak
Shakespeare
Portia
John Paul Jones
America
England
Scotland
France
Ireland
Paris Paper Claims US Britain Pact Near
The Aurore reports a mutual defense and economic cooperation alliance between the United States and Britain to be signed in Washington on March 15. It would pool resources against a third power and remain open to others with no imperialist aims. London says no knowledge of such a pact exists.
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Paris
Aurore
United States
Britain
Washington
Paul Bastid
London
Midget Touch Football Team Receives Awards at Party
Fifteen members of the championship Midget touch football team were honored at the Sacred Heart Athletic Club for Boys Christmas party. Awards were presented by C Ridgely White to Jim my Hockman Alton Cooper Buck Whitacre Eugene Dicks Teddy Keller Wendall Seldon Donald Elliott Richard Boxwell Aubrey Bly Enzio Sullivan Richard Mason Edwin Bridgeforth John Solenberger Ralph Harry and Donald Smallwood. The event also featured films demonstrations in flying boxing tumbling and weightlifting and the new portable boxing ring was dedicated.
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Sacred Heart Athletic Club
C. Ridgely White
Jimmy Hockman
Alton Cooper
Bucky Whitacre
Eugene Dicks
Teddy Keller
Wendall Seldon
Donald Elliott
Richard Boxwell
Aubrey Bly
Enzio Sullivan
Richard Mason
Edwin Bridgeforth
John Solenberger
Ralph Harry
Donald Smallwood
Salvation Army Watchnight Plan For New Year's Eve
The Salvation Army at 303 S. Loudoun St invites all to a Special Soldier's meeting tonight at 7 00 p m followed by the Annual Watchnight Service. A pleasant evening of worship and fellowship is planned and attendees are urged to bring a friend to start the new year right.
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Salvation Army
S. Loudoun St
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