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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1916
Page
12
The text describes grip as a catarrhal disease that weakens the body, causes a cough and fatigue, and leaves the system with stagnant blood and unhealthy secretions. It emphasizes that lasting health is impossible while catarrh remains.
The Peruna Company of Columbus promotes its tonic as a remedy for grip recovery and digestive health. It claims to clear mucous membranes regulate bowels and aid recovery with testimonials from numerous users across states.
Chicago April 1 The state prepares to try five prominent labor leaders in open court as Judge Kav anaugh hears preliminary motions. The state reports threats to jurors and officials amid claims of widespread law violations by contractors pressured to pay tribute under threat of property damage. Labor leaders say the prosecutions aim to crush organized labor in Chicago.
An old advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as invigorating for the pale and sickly. It claims to drive out malaria enrich the blood and build up the system as a true tonic for adults and children.
San Francisco April 1 The Public Service Commission resumes hearings on the city's bid to reduce gas rates. Pacific Gas and Electric Co currently charges 65 cents per thousand cubic feet under a federal injunction while the city ordinance fixes 76 cents. The dispute centers on whether rates reflect old duplicate systems from former competitors and whether the public bears excess costs.
In Washington on April 1 John Temple Graves and Congressmen Howard Edwards Bell and Walker of Georgia address the first annual banquet of the Georgia Society of the District of Columbia. Many Georgians attend.
An advertisement claims Dodson's Liver Tone will replace calomel, easing biliousness and constipation. It touts a 50 cent bottle, a money back guarantee, and says the remedy is harmless and safe for children, with no salivation or post-use illness.
Miss Nellie Morris visits from Jacksonville and friends return from Dallas and Gadsden while Dr. Oxford and family tour in Aniston. The local military company reaches full peace strength, scouts begin major projects, and Piedmont promotes a Chautauqua with 86 grantors and notable speakers.
Bucksport Maine marks the 47th anniversary of its famed April fool prank. The tavern door prank remains the annual joke with the landlord shifting the storm entrance to one side so passersby are fooled by the misdirected entry.
Philadelphia report notes new electric rates announced on April 1 affecting residents and businesses as part of city utility adjustments. The brief outlines baseline charges and anticipated impact on monthly bills.
The new rate, expected to save about 1,250,000 for private and public consumers in Philadelphia, goes into effect today. The reduction resolves a lengthy dispute between the state Public Service Commission and the Philadelphia Electric Company.
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