Gompers Urges Allied Labor Unity Against Enemy
Ashington March 15 Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor sends a message to Arthur Henderson and Albert Thomas urging complete cooperation among workers of America Britain and France while refusing to meet labor leaders from enemy countries while they fight democracy. He says American labor will soon dispatch a delegation to England and France to encourage conferral and cooperation for liberty and world democracy.
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Germany
Workers of
Musterole ad promotes blisterless relief for multiple ailments
An old fashioned mustard plaster substitute Musterole claims to soothe sore throats bronchitis tonsillitis croup stiff neck asthma neuralgia headache and rheumatic pains without blistering the skin. It advertises 0 60 and 90 cent jars with a hospital size priced at $2 50.
Sage Tea and Sulphur Compound for Darker Hair
An old time mixture of Sage Tea and Sulphur is enjoying renewed use to darken gray or faded hair. Ready-to-use Wyreiths Sage and Sulphur Compound now avoids home mixing and promises natural color with a lustrous look, advertised as a delightful cosmetic not a medical cure.
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Wreth
Wryeth
Pastor's Father at First Presbyterian Church Serves as Guest
Tomorrow promises an interesting day at the First Presbyterian church with a week of special services that filled the large Sunday school room. Rev Alexander Alison Jr will welcome his father Rev Dr Alexander Alison Sr of Cold Spring, NY, as special guest and deliver a patriotic address. The service includes an organ recital by Elmer Joyce and begins at 7 o clock with Bible school at 4 45 AM and morning service at noon. Wednesday features a reception for new members.
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First Presbyterian Church
Alexander Alison, Jr
Alexander Alison
Presbyterian Church
Cold Spring
WN. TV
Alison
Scotland
America
Elmer Joyce
Bible School
Less Liquor by Two-Thirds Now Drunk in England
London reports Premier Livy a George states in a City Temple address that alcohol consumption in Great Britain is now only a third of four years ago. He says no spirits are made and war requires bread over beer, urging churches to keep the nation moral and united to the end of the conflict.
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London
Marcel
Great Britain
Livya-George
Tie
10 Per Cent Wage Increase for All Woolen Mill Hands
Plainfield and nearby mills in northeastern Connecticut announce a 10 percent wage hike effective March 2. The American Woolen Company led with a 10 percent increase, followed by Plainfield Moosup and Glen Walls mills, with Dayville and Almyville also making the announcement. Special Lent services at the First Methodist Church begin Monday with speakers from Milford Derby and Derby, leading to Holy Week meetings and church membership. A Soldier Series at the church will feature pastor G M Brown sharing soldier life experiences from camp and front.
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Plainfield
Connecticut
American Woolen Company
Moosup
Glen Walls
Dayville
Almyville
Ehure
Taimencing
A. Z. Martin
Milford
F. Y. Gl
Fanimond
Derby
M. Brown
GC. W. McCormick
Intermecine
First Methodist
G. M. Brown
Noon Day Services offer two week series at AREL church
Bridgeport Pastors Association announces noon meditations at the AREL church starting next Monday from 2 14 to lasting two weeks. Rev Alex Alison Ta of First Presbyterian will lead with topics on Great Christian Facts Challenged by the War and related questions. The second week features Rev William Horace Day of United Church speaking on Good Soldiers from Monday to Good Friday. No services on Saturday. Come when you can.
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Bridgeport Pastors’ Association
Alex, Alison
First
Presbyterian Church
William Horace Day
The
United Church
Rubber Co Buys Locomotive Plant
New York March 15 United States Rubber Co has purchased the American Locomotive Co plant at Providence BH L. The rubber firm will convert part of the plant to balloon production for the U S government. Dead at Camp Devens Aver Mass March 15 Yllan Brennan of West Hartford Conn dies of pneumonia while in the 3rd machine gun battalion. Foley Kidney Pills ad touts kidney health claims with customer quote from Mrs Mary V Bunker Milton on the Hudson N Y
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New York
American Locomotive Co
Providence
United States Rubber Co
The
Rubber Company
United States
Camp Devens
Aver
Mass
Yllan Crennan
West Hartford
Conn
Mary V. Bunker
Milton-on-the-Hudson
Hindle
Why Women Dread Old Age Ad Promotes Haarlem Oil
An advertisement urges women to ignore age worries and maintain health by keeping kidneys and bladder clean. It claims uric acid and senile afflictions are caused by waste buildup and touts GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as the only reliable remedy, warning of fakes and urging purchase from first class druggists.
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Haarlem
Wake up feeling clear with a gentle liver cleanse
An old advertisement promotes Secreta tablets for headache relief and cleansing of the liver and bowels. It claims quick morning benefits, improved breath, and readiness for work or play. The copy discourages harsh salts or calomel, urging parents to give it to children without throat upset.
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