Chicago, Ill: The education authorities convert the public school playgrounds into ice skating rinks, so that the children may derive the benefits of this invigorating outdoor exercise. Subtitles: The children are provided with skates free, so that all may take advantage of the sport. Preparing for a hale and hardy life New York City: While the busy metropolis shivers in the frigid temperature the polar bears at the zoo enjoy the first cold spell in their icy cave, so reminiscent of their former abode. London, England: Another Lancashire regiment is ready to leave for the front to add to the immense army that Great Britain is quietly collecting for her supreme effort. Subtitle: A bayonet charge. Rheims, France: The famous cathedral, with its priceless windows and beautiful architecture, which the French army’s valiant struggle has succeeded in saving from the ravaging destruction of the war. Subtitle: The columns are carefully guarded from shell fire. Paris, France: Prince Arthur of Connaught, who is fighting for his country’s cause as a major in the British army, inspects a battalion of troops at the Invalides with General Dubail. Subtitles: General Balfourier is decorated with the Collar of Saint Michael for exceptional bravery. The troops then honor the mark of heroism by filing past the distinguished general. Steel Industry Booms (Magazine section). Subtitles: The great demand for iron and steel by the warring nations causes many long abandoned furnaces at Cornwall, Pa., to resume operations. The ore is hoisted in “skips” up to the steep inclines to the furnaces. The men are accustomed to the terrific heat of the huge ovens where the ore is smelted. Molding pig iron. San Francisco, Cal: The Naval Board visits Hunters Point to investigate the advisability of this site for the establishment of a big Pacific base, in compliance with the government’s new naval program. Subtitle: Construction of the largest drydock in the world, able to accommodate the 874-foot battle cruisers, planned. Peace on Earth, Good Will to Men. Subtitles: The Christmas spirit rules over the land and everywhere good cheer prevails. In San Francisco a camel caravan brings Yuletide gifts to the invalid children in the hospitals. Philadelphia’s Santa Claus is Miss Olive Wilson, who brings gladness to 22,000 eager hearts. New York’s Christmas tree is gaily decorated for the little folk. Independent Poland (Magazine section). An animated cartoon by L. M. Glackens. Portland, Ore. (Portland only): The Pacific International Live Stock Exposition brings out exceptional fine products of American animal breeding. Subtitles: A Holstein bull sold for the record price of $21,500. Seattle, Wash. (Seattle only): The crew of the University of Washington continue their open-water practice, despite inclement weather. Subtitle: They use an old scow instead of the usual tank machine.