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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1916
Page
3
The advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as quick relief for rheumatism stiff joints and poor circulation. It claims easy application, no skin staining, fast penetration, and suitability for sprains strains bruises and toothache with sizes 26c 60c and 1.00. It urges family use and lists local druggists as sellers.
An advertisement touts Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for stomach ailments claiming it cures gail stones jaundice indigestion constipation and more. It notes that the remedy has no alcohol or habit forming drugs and offers a free booklet and money back guarantee through Geo H Mayr and Smith Drug Co Anaconda or other druggists.
An old time remedy Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Compound restores natural hair color. A downtown druggist touts natural darkening with a dampened brush, fading grays in mornings and adding gloss after one or two applications. Not for cure or prevention.
A long-standing claim for Dr. Edwards Olive Tablets as a liver and bowel aid. The ad asserts the tablets improve complexion and energy by removing toxins, urging readers to try the 10c and 25c boxes available from all druggists. It targets both women and men with pale skin and dull eyes.
Secretary McAdoo presented the annual fiscal report to Congress on December 6 noting a projected general fund balance of 16 million for the year ending June 30, 1917 and a 185 million deficit for the year ending June 30, 1918. He warns large 1918 defense outlays will exceed receipts, with total 1918 outlays around 1.278 billion excluding postal service.
The article notes tariff revenue expectations after the war, citing McAdoo who estimated imports increased about 184 million dollars and exports rose by 2.168 billion dollars for the year, reflecting stronger wartime trade and economic activity.
A report argues that abruptly cutting drug supply without treating addiction or providing care is inhuman and invites evasion of the law, noting the Supreme Court interpretation of constitutional clauses on possession and government funding for addicts.
Sacramento December 6 U S report says every member of the California National Guard who enlisted under the new national defense act by January first will be discharged. Col J J Borree acting adjutant general says the act creates a reserve for three years after service and prompts an oath change. Those who do not act by year’s end will still receive discharge.
In a storm off the Canary islands the Spanish steamer Pio IX from New Orleans to Barcelona sank. Two hundred miles offshore, twenty-two crew members were saved and many were drowned. The Buenos Ayres nearby could only offer limited aid amid high seas.
Charles Q. Hildebrandt secretary of state orders a state wide probe into charges of fraud from the recent election. Republican state committee filed the charges. All ballots that would have been destroyed tomorrow are ordered preserved. Columbus Ohio.
Frank Dergen, a coal miner, killed his wife and his year-old son before taking his own life last night in their home in Tsaquahya, east of Seattle. The bodies were discovered today, with Mrs Dergen and the child both shot through the heart as they lay in bed, the bed covering described as not fully covering them.
Disturbed mood described as Dergan's body was located on the bedroom floor fully dressed. A bullet was in his head and his hand showed signs of struggle or defense. Police investigation expected to determine motives and suspect identity.
Rebels lost control of Parral in Chihuahua as Villa forces reportedly evacuated the town or recaptured it in late November. The status remains unclear with no official statement on evacuation or recapture. Foreigners, possibly including Theo Hoemuiler and his family, affected by the unrest.
Those used to feeling dull with headaches bad breath and stomach troubles can refresh and purify the body by drinking a glass of real hot water with a spoonful of limestone phosphate before breakfast. It helps flush the stomach liver kidneys and bowels, improves appetite, and is advertised as a cheap internal sanitation remedy.
Report from Parral describes German subjects deemed safe after initial fears. The text notes poor Americans who departed Parral for Cullacan were pursued for about 50 miles by bandits but arrived safely. The account emphasizes relief and continuity of travel despite threats.
In San Francisco Ken Wilken the $5 felter, who pleaded guilty today before Judge Maurice T. Dooling in U S district court, faces fifteen years. Two accomplices are under arrest in New York City. The case involves a bank note counterfeiting ring linked to McNeil's Island, Washington.
Seventy caricuds of Northwest apples were sunk in the Atlantic last Friday during German submarine operations. The fruit, insured, was en route to England when the vessel went down. The sinking location and vessel name were not clearly provided in the received message.
San Francisco December 6 Judge William C Van Fleet named John C Lynch as receiver for Pacific Coast Casualty Company in US District Court. The firm ceased operations last February after reinsuring business with Casualty Company of America. Industrial Workers of the World pressed demands for eight hour day minimum wage scale employment system revisions and better living conditions for lumber manufacturers and logging contractors in Bonners Ferry Sand Point and St Maries regions.
Washington, Dec. 6. Senator Horah announced plans to repeal the provisions of the National Defense Act that federalized the national guard. He introduced a bill for that purpose, and it was referred to the military committee.
Washington December 6 Prohibition of betting on elections was proposed in an amendment to the corrupt practices bill offered today by Senator Kenyon republican of Iowa Betting would be punishable by a fine of five hundred dollars for each offense Ladies wrist watches at Mayers
An old advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a quick cure for gas heartburn indigestion and sour stomach. It claims relief within five minutes and promises complete digestion as if the stomach were not there with a large family bottle available at drug stores.
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