The Spanish Flu in RemissionFor many, it seems there is finally a reason to breathe a deep sigh of relief. The deadly Spanish flu, now believed to have started on the battlefields and in military hospitals of the war, appears to be in remission. Over the previous two days, the death toll rose from 302 to 269, and today it reached a remarkably low level of just 17. Yet the Businessmen's Advisory Committee and our local health commission affirm that we must "continue the fight as long as there is a case of influenza." Eradication of this disease is the responsibility of every citizen and does not simply fall to the doctor. Many are preparing to proclaim the end of this devastating disease that has already claimed millions of lives around the world and forced many residents of Los Angeles into isolation. The disease was known on the battlefields where it first appeared as "Wild Fever." three days". Since then, the name has stuck. It can attack in an instance without warning and leave those it infects dead in less than a week. John C. Acker, sergeant in the 32nd Division of the American Expeditionary Force. , described the course of the disease in more detail: “It takes place over a week or more. It reaches suddenly and the temperature almost drives the mercury through the top of the skin. the doctor's thermometer, the face turns red, every bone in the body hurts, and the head is wide open. "The disease was the source of enormous tragedy and sadly claimed the lives of some of our country's greatest young men, who managed to fight back the mighty enemy armies despite enormous odds. After the return of these soldiers at home, a new battle opposed Uncle Sam, while the dark shadow of the flu claimed the lives of countless civilians and soldiers. Fortunately, Los Angeles' response to this scourge was rapid. Quarantine is official policy This week, such measures continue as almost all downtown churches announce they will not hold their regular Sunday school classes for children because of large gatherings. could endanger the lives of young people Although these measures are only temporary, they constitute another sign of the inconveniences generated by the quarantine measures. The churches which have taken this decision come from practically all denominations...