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Newspaper
Benson Signal
Location
Benson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1916
Page
6
An adv article urges drinking hot water with a teaspoon of limestone phosphate before breakfast to cleanse the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. It claims this daily practice purifies the digestive tract and prevents toxins, likening it to cleansing the skin with soap.
The Brooklyn Eagle notes a shift toward scheduled visits over informal drop ins. Hostesses now date invitations weeks ahead, allot fixed hours, and juggle lectures, concerts, committees, and theater as busy social calendars tighten.
Letitia and her six year old brother Loy share a lunch ritual. Loy recites a short prayer and quips that it is better than saying nothing, prompting a light moment about blessings and belief.
Wisconsin woman describes recovery from nervous exhaustion by switching from tonics to proper food. She credits Grape-Nuts with helping her sleep, gain weight, and feel like a new person after two weeks. The letter promotes Postum Company products and their slogan There’s a Reason.
Western Newspaper Union report from El Paso outlines Gen Pershing taking command of the expedition at Columbus New Mexico after Villa's eastward shift. It notes U S permission for Mexican troops to cross border, possible Carranza objections, and risks of clashes with Garza’s cavalry as pursuit continues. Two Mexicans were killed by civilians in Columbus following the Villa raid.
The Interurban bridge at Semper was almost completely wrecked by the high wind causing damage to the structure and blocking the route.
German forces switch to northwest Verdun hammering La Mort Homme area with heavy guns. Verdun infantry largely inactive with no clear gains claimed. French air squadron bombed Brieulles and Verdun points, claiming several German planes down. An El Paso report says cattleman Juan Bilboa held for ransom in northern Mexico. associates travel to Big Bend region to investigate.
In Venice reports an avalanche in the Agordo district buries several houses and results in 252 deaths. The disaster prompts ongoing search efforts and casualty confirmation as authorities assess the damage.
An urgent promotional piece touts Pape's Diapepsin as the quickest, safest cure for indigestion and stomach distress. It urges readers to buy a fifty cent case to restore comfort, enjoy meals, and avoid future upset, even during night episodes.
A 1914 testimonial praises Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root for kidney pain and rheumatism from Lydia P Hugunin of Los Angeles, with notarized oath and a request to publish. The note includes ordering details and a brief social vignette about a vocabulary versus escritoire in a Billingsons house.
An advertising roundup touts Cascarets as a cure for headache biliousness indigestion and sour stomach claiming they cleanse the stomach remove fermenting food and purge waste to deliver a clear head and healthy liver by morning. It notes a 10 cent box and appeals to both adults and children. Also mentions pepper imports and a slogan about Red Gross Day Blue laundry ads.
A terse note signals a sharp stabbing tale to be complemented with vivid cut visuals. The plan emphasizes strong, graphic imagery to accompany the narrative and engage readers.
An old advertisement promotes California Syrup of Figs as a harmless laxative for children and adults. It claims to relieve constipation and related symptoms by cleansing the stomach and bowels and notes a 50 cent bottle with full directions for all ages.
A public figure boasts of being a self made man while critics urge restraint noting the claim hides a lack of expert craftsmanship. The dialogue reflects skepticism about self promotion and authenticity in achievement.
An advertisement claims Danderine removes dandruff and stops hair loss within ten minutes. It promises new hair appears after weeks, with hair becoming light, fluffy, and lustrous. The ad urges buying a 25 cent bottle to prove hair can look attractive regardless of past neglect.
A humorous Life magazine exchange features a patient urging the physician to select the correct tooth and the doctor insisting he will remove every tooth if needed, underscoring comical dental bravado.
An advertisement extols drinking water and using Jad Salts to flush kidneys. It claims uric acid from meat stresses kidneys, causing backache and urinary symptoms, and promotes four ounces of Jad Salts daily mixed in water as a preventive and remedy.
A quick quip turns on a jokey drop in pride as one golfer asks the other for his handicap and the reply jokes about honesty being the judge.
An old advertisement promotes Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets as the original liver pills from four decades ago. It claims these pills regulate liver and bowels and urges readers to try them.
A fragment quotes a speaker remarking on the wind at night and noting a baby’s involvement or presence. The text hints at a mood or event but provides minimal context or clear action. This appears as a disconnected fragment from a larger narrative.
Secretary Lansing announces a public assurance that U S military actions will not intrude on Mexican sovereignty and aims to prevent intervention. The note to Carranza states reciprocal privileges allowing cross border pursuit of bandits, with both nations empowered to pursue lawless groups into the neighboring country.
In Washington March 14 Senators Chamberlain and Bo rah pressed for delaying other bills to push preparedness measures amid fears of grave complications from sending U S troops into Mexico to pursue Villa and his bandits. The debate drew in Vardaman and Simmons who warned the U S might not be ready for Mexican relations. House leaders reported Wilson’s call to speed the legislative program for June adjournment. Monterey Cal The Monterey Presidio headquarters burned six hours after troop departure with water shutoff hindering firefighting and police investigating the blaze. authorities believe Mexicans caused the fire.
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