20 Feb 1919
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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1919
Page
1
A brief from the St Louis Globe Democrat notes a young man courting a daughter who spends much time at her home, reflecting the old saying home is where the heart is and the suitor’s close presence.
An old newspaper fragment promotes a hair darkening preparation with instructions to mix at home using Hay Rum Barbe Compound and glycerine, claiming the formula darkens streaks, softens hair, and won’t color the scalp. The page also advertises Cuticura products, Gale’s Carbolisalve for skin ailments, and a quip about a growing lamb.
Weekly health column argues sickness stems from straying from nature and promotes Dr Pierce Pleasant Pellets as a cure. It cites animal behavior, herbs, and root remedies, urging readers to use the pills to restore digestion and health.
The article praises negligees as climate independent garments that evoke summer indoors. It highlights sheer materials like lace and chiffon, light silhouettes, and a pink crepe de chine outfit with an accordion skirt and kimono detailing. Satin slippers complement the look, emphasizing leisure and romantic garden-inspired elegance.
Two color georgette crepe blouses gain prominence this season with light and dark embroidery silk details. Popular pairings include beige with navy, cerise with navy, and black with white while two color combinations, slim belts, and long waists reshape silhouettes for spring.
Thoughtful observers abroad forecast a stronger American influence in Europe after the great war. They cite American soldiers spreading personality and language, increased cultural exchange, women’s attraction to soldiers, and greater demand for American plays and dishes. Americans are praised for dress and efficiency, with Europe likely adopting Fifth Avenue signs and American articles of attire.
American headquarters in Germany reports 60 to 70 thousand German helmets ready for shipment to the United States as prizes for the next Victory loan. Salvage work has inventories of about sixty warehouses, with materials ranging from needles to heavy artillery. Many items will be destroyed or shipped to France if not valuable enough for transport.
Uncle Sam’s role as banker to the Allies shrank in January with only 170 million dollars paid out on loans by January 25. The treasury shows credits and payments across Belgium Russia Cuba Serbia Czecho-Slovaks and other nations, totaling over eight billion in credits but about seven point eight billion disbursed. Greece Liberia Roumania have not claimed payments and Russia still holds 137 million on the books though no funds since the revolution. Officials expect little change in demand until a pending congress bill broadens loan purposes beyond war needs.
LANS to vastly increase oil fuel use for American merchant vessels with oil bunkering facilities at key ports. John H. Hosseter of the Shipping Board notes tentative proposals aim to secure steady oil supply and expand cooperation with oil producers. He insists oil fuel is crucial to the future success or failure of the American merchant marine.
A fragmented kitchen guide lists fruit and vegetable advice, salads, and desserts. Recipes include Mock Lobster Salad with haddock, New York Salad with pineapple, Nut Fruit Salad, Chicken Salad, and Jellied Prunes with gelatin. Also covers gelatin desserts, Date Cornmeal Pudding, Rice and Veal Casserole, Tomato Sauce, Cream of Celery With Almonds, and Peach Custard with variations.
A vintage health notice explains how to use California Syrup of Figs to cleanse a child’s stomach liver and bowels. It urges checking the tongue for signs of illness and promises gentle relief in hours. The gimmick emphasizes a tasty laxative trusted by parents and warns against counterfeits.
An advertisement touts Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as a cure for kidney and urinary troubles. It claims immediate relief, denies delay, and promises refunds if not effective, urging use of the genuine Gold Medal brand with several box sizes available.
August Flower is promoted as a universal remedy for stomach disorders and liver inactivity, claimed to ease headaches constipation sour stomach nervous indigestion and gas related palpitations. It is described as a gentle laxative that cleanses sweetens the stomach and stimulates bile production. Also notes it is sold in civilized countries with a closing adage about fools.
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