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May 20, 1918
The Guthrie Daily Leader
Guthrie, Logan County, Oklahoma
What is this article about?
Canadian soldier Sergeant A. Menzies, who lost a limb in WWI battle, recounts Aisne and Somme experiences at a Methodist church, credits Red Cross with saving his life, and appeals for donations.
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CANADIAN SOLDIER IN DEEP APPEAL FOR R C
Trooper Who Lost Limb In Battle, Says His Life Was Saved By the Red Cross
With all that remained of his left limb braced against the pulpit, in order to maintain equilibrium, Sergt A Menzies, Canadian soldier, held the close attention of a large audience at the Methodist church auditorium Saturday night with meaty detail of his war experiences.
Menzies talks in a low, conversational tone: In fact, the tone was too low for the big auditorium and there was much straining of ears.
The speaker covered the Aisne and Somme campaigns and gave a number of thrilling experiences in fighting the boche. He particularly stressed the work of the Red Cross on the front and the herculean work of the nurses.
The Red Cross is truly named. The greatest mother in the world,' said Menzies. 'I beseech you to give to it: the Red Cross needs and needs it every cent is properly accounted for. My life saved in the hospital by the Red Cross. In the present drive do not stint; give until the heart aches and then give more.
Trooper Who Lost Limb In Battle, Says His Life Was Saved By the Red Cross
With all that remained of his left limb braced against the pulpit, in order to maintain equilibrium, Sergt A Menzies, Canadian soldier, held the close attention of a large audience at the Methodist church auditorium Saturday night with meaty detail of his war experiences.
Menzies talks in a low, conversational tone: In fact, the tone was too low for the big auditorium and there was much straining of ears.
The speaker covered the Aisne and Somme campaigns and gave a number of thrilling experiences in fighting the boche. He particularly stressed the work of the Red Cross on the front and the herculean work of the nurses.
The Red Cross is truly named. The greatest mother in the world,' said Menzies. 'I beseech you to give to it: the Red Cross needs and needs it every cent is properly accounted for. My life saved in the hospital by the Red Cross. In the present drive do not stint; give until the heart aches and then give more.
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
Military Action
Personal Triumph
What themes does it cover?
Bravery Heroism
Recovery
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Canadian Soldier
Red Cross
War Experiences
Aisne Campaign
Somme Campaign
Limb Loss
Donation Appeal
What entities or persons were involved?
Sergt A Menzies
Where did it happen?
Methodist Church Auditorium
Story Details
Key Persons
Sergt A Menzies
Location
Methodist Church Auditorium
Event Date
Saturday Night
Story Details
Canadian soldier Sergt A Menzies, who lost his left limb in battle, speaks at a church about his experiences in the Aisne and Somme campaigns, praises the Red Cross for saving his life, and urges the audience to donate generously.