War Work Gets Recognition For Women Of China
Frederick B. Opper profiles Chinese women who play major roles in government and war efforts. Madam Sun Yat-sen? No, Mao Zedong’s wife and others are named. ten thousand women support troops, nurses and doctors, propagandists, and logistics workers behind the lines. Old Lady Chao, “Mother of Guerillas,” leads and inspires guerrilla units against Japan.
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Women in China and Japan Speak on War Roles
The article notes actress Jean Ro testifying in Los Angeles about divorce and ongoing work, mentions Madame Feng Yu-hsiang and Madame Tsung jen, and highlights Chinese women's active wartime role. It contrasts Japanese women's continued subordination, limited public roles, and vows to strive for gender equality after the conflict.
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Virginia Guardsmen to Cross Ocean in War Effort
The Star notes that Virginia regular Army and National Guardsmen, including local Company I, will be among the first to go to Europe to fight Germany with France and England. Draft quotas are set at 11 495 while Congress debates conscription.
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Origin of the expression Them's my sentiments
The expression Them's my sentiments originates from William Makepeace Thackeray's novel Vanity Fair where a character uses a rustic dialect form to express personal feelings. The line reflects period speech and has entered broader usage as a humorous quote.
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John Mason Brown to Lecture at Century Club in Winchester
The Century Club hosts John Mason Brown, noted New York Post dramatic critic, with Mrs. H. B. Gilpin funding the event for Winchester drama lovers. Brown, Louisville native and acclaimed lecturer, will bring insights from his theatre scholarship and New York stage experience.
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Lecture at George Washington Hotel on 17th at 3 30 p m
A public lecture is scheduled at the George Washington Hotel on the 17th at 3 30 p m. Details describe the event as a talk intended to elevate the speaker's reputation nationwide.
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Uncle Sam Hires Ed Wynn Show at Fort Meade
Fort George Md May 9 Comedian Wynn and eight of his most famous performers will entertain 15 000 Fort Meade soldiers tonight. The War Department sponsors the show for troops in training camps. Division units will march to the 29th Division arena with bands leading. A band concert and message precede the Wynn production.
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Saint Pauls Sunday School and Service Schedule
Stephens City LA Parish outlines events for Mother's Day with a 1 a.m. Sunday School at St Pauls and an 8 p.m. Mother's Day service led by the pastor. Trinity Church lists Sunday School at 5 a.m. and a service at 11 a.m. Monies for Lit League at 7 p.m. No prayer meeting this week due to conference.
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