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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1917
Page
8
Swiss winter resorts stay lively as war casts a shadow on 1917 Yuletide. The piece notes Switzerland as a peaceful haven, its people aiding neighbors and refugees while maintaining bustling ski and sledding activities for visitors and citizens alike.
A Brazilian military purchasing commission arrived at an Atlantic port. The government ordered 5,000 tons of 50-pound steel rails from the Cambria Steel Co. Prisoners of war were offered recuperation in the healthful climate of the hills.
A persuasive advertisement argues that women contribute to the nation as fighters not merely through supplies. It claims disease weakens women and promotes the benefits of Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for female weakness and nervousness, noting its long history and that ingredients are listed on the wrapper.
Berne reports say peace discussions are whispered by travelers from Germany France Austria and Italy though officials note many visitors act as unofficial emissaries. The public remaining skeptical after years of vague talks and private feelers with no concrete terms or authority.
The article notes unofficial peace talks among unbound representatives, while women knit for soldiers at social events and rail journeys. It highlights public enthusiasm, debates on cost versus machine work, and predicts growing production of useful material for troops. A Jersey cow valued at 2500 dollars is reported strangled in Westbury.
An advertisement extols Linonine as 100 percent efficient against hacky bronchial coughs. It claims overnight relief at first signs of a cold, praises the emulsion of flax seed oil and eucalyptus, and says physicians endorse it for children. Available in druggists for 60 cents to 1.20 dollars.
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