Scarface Al Capone Rules Ring That Takes 75 Million A Year
Chicago as the underworld nets about 75 million dollars annually from liquor gambling and vice. Capone remains the undisputed ruler, directing a vast criminal network with calculated strategy and ruthless force. The article traces Capone from humble origins to power, noting key rivals and the events that secured his dominance in Chicago.
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Scarface
AL Capone
International News Service
Chicago
Scarface al Capone
America
Europe
Italy
Npone
New York
Capone
Levee
Midol claims pain relief for menstrual cramps
An ad extols Midol as a non narcotic, fast acting remedy that stops menstrual pain within five to seven minutes. It promises no pain when taken before a period and claims widespread availability at drugstores in a 50 cent aluminum case.
Rise of a Chicago bootlegging syndicate under Torrio
The passage describes an organized crime ring in Chicago led by Torrio, possessing trained cadre, citywide reach, familiarity with retailers and law enforcement, and adept political dealings. It notes bootlegging as a sideline that grew to a dominant activity, eclipsing small independent businesses and forming the nation’s greatest syndicate, still so at the time.
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Chicago
Burnham
Torrio
Jackie Cusick
Colosimo
Cusick
Great Chain
United States
How to Kill Rats and Mice Envelopes Poison Guide
A vintage ad instructs scattering No 9 envelopes with poison to kill rats and mice outdoors. It claims no odor and promises guaranteed results, selling the envelope poison for 85 cents.
Harry Hunt Pleases Lance Crowd at Nat Amarillo
Harry Hunt and His Imperial Recording orchestra delight Nat in Amarillo as crowds grow nightly for their second engagement. Dance partners fill the floor as the orchestra proves popular in the event at the Nat.
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Harry Hunt
Lance
Nat
Amarillo
Imperial Recording Orchestra
Hunt
Allenrhu Number 2 little green capsule remedy
A dramatic promotional notice claims a green capsule treatment for rheumatic pain. It prescribes an hourly first day, then bihourly schedule, then daily doses until pain ends, naming Allenrhu Number 2 from Fox Drug Co as the safe, available brand nationwide.
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America
Fox Drug Co
Orpheum Circuit Soloist Showcases Xylophone Spotlight
The performer has played on Orpheum and public vaudeville circuits for several months, with notable improvement. The orchestra features xylophone solos and debuts numerous new tunes at the venue.
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Orpheum
Prevent Flu- Check All Colds the Moden Way
Families in Amarillo urged to be careful as grip and influenza spread. Use a jar of Vicks VapoRub at first sign of a cold. Rub on throat and chest or snuff via the nose to release medicated vapors that reach infected parts. Vicks also acts as a poultice to aid vapors in breaking congestion. Treat cold promptly to prevent lower vitality and flu risk.
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Vicks
Muster Product Aids Sore Throat Relief Quickly
A muster ole formula eases a raw sore throat fast by penetrating to the sore spot with a gentle tingle. It loosens congestion and draws out soreness for quick relief.
McCoy's Tablets Promised To Help Weight Gain
An old advert promotes McCoy's Tablets as a health and weight gain tonic for underweight men and women. It claims quick improvements in facial hollows neck and chest, with a verified guarantee: after four sixty cent boxes or two one dollar boxes, if a thin person does not gain at least five pounds and feel better, the purchase price is refunded. Available at Fox Randall Post Office Drug Stores and other druggists.
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Sciene
McCoy
Fox, Randal and
Post Office Drug Stores
America
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Gaone
Orphos
Peres
General Motors
Southwestern Public Service Company
Dial
ED Enochs
West 6Th St
Lane
The
Tion
Blackburn
Lincoln St
J. M. Radford Grocery CO
First
Fillmore Phone
Schlitz
Milwaukee
Panhandle Motor Co
Taylor St
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