National Defense: Two Soldiers

When Joe Bezak, 19, of Milwaukee, tried to enlist in the Army two months ago, bad teeth kept him out. Few days later his 15-year-old friend, Harry Wohl-feil Jr., appeared at the recruiting office, said he was Joe Bezak. Sturdy, overgrown (6 ft. 1 in.) Harry Wohlfeil was accepted like a shot, sent to Camp Custer in Michigan. Friend Joe saw him off.

When Father Wohlfeil discovered where his son was, he notified the authorities at Camp Custer. A sergeant called in "Recruit Bezak," said: "Joe, do you know anyone by the name of Harry Wohlfeil from Milwaukee?"

"I guess that's me," said...

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