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Newspaper
Brook Reporter
Location
Brook, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1920
Page
2
A Guat News Letter urges readers to self reflect on personal impact and responsibility. It prompts contemplation of virtue versus vice, asking if each person is a positive seed or a source of discontent within the community. The piece frames introspection as urgent for communal harmony.
An old advertisement claims Pape's Cold Compound breaks up a severe cold in hours with doses every two hours. It promises nostril relief, stops runny nose, eases headache and feverish symptoms, and costs only a few cents. The page also notes local censorship debates among business men over stage shows.
An old advertisement promotes Cuticura Ointment for soothing itching on the scalp and a retreatment routine with Cuticura Soap and hot water. The copy claims clearer skin and softer features afterward. A playful quip follows about valuing stolen kisses at face value.
President Wilson asked Senator Harding to confirm a New York Times report that he had been informally approached by a French representative to lead an association of nations. Harding replied that the quotation was not exact and that he did not claim France sent anyone to him.
Washington Oct 19 The Supreme Court refused to advance the hearing of Charles S Fairbanks suit seeking an injunction against Secretary Colby from promulgating the federal suffrage amendment This action blocks any possibility of a ruling before the November election.
An advertisement touts Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure-all for women’s ailments claiming it revitalizes nervous, irritable, and worn-out individuals. A testimonial from a man in Crossis Coa, 2106 N Market Street, credits rapid improvement in overall health after using the tonic in both pill and liquid forms.
Gemologists extend studies on the earths crust noting bacteria influence in rock formation and decay. The article discusses bacteria in disease, fermentation, soil fertility, and rock dissolution as part of ongoing scientific inquiry.
Washington October 19 The National Coal Association says ample soft coal is produced to avert shortages this winter. Geological survey reports 12,075,000 tons produced in the week ending October 8, up 708,000 from the prior week. Anthracite output for the week ending October 2 reached 1,847,000 net tons, with shipments at the highest since July. Bituminous shipments to tidewater rose to 1,253,000 tons for the week ended October 10 with New England receiving 202,000 tons and exports totaling 615,000 tons, while bunker and other counts increased.
Federal inquiry uncovers a saloonkeeper Frank McGovern and bartender admit paying protection money to police. Serst. John B. Walsh and patrolman Frank McKay named in conspiracy and intimidation evidence. Commission er Mason and Assistant District Attorney Kelly say they will seek grand jury action.
Governor Cox charged Great Britain's policy in Ireland is a war of extermination and pressed Senator Harding to clarify Maurice De Nobra's status as a Paris newspaper correspondent. Cox argued De Nobra was not the “representative of France” Harding claimed and cited a visit with a request that the United States lead the fraternity.
Washington October 19 The Supreme Court refused to review the nonvictim case in New York of the American Socialist party for violation of the espionage act. The party was fined 3000 dollars for publishing a pamphlet by Scott Nearing titled The Great Madness. Professor Nearing was tried for the same thing but was acquitted.
Gas City mayor Frank Ler mines was sentenced to ten months in Marion county jail for violation of an injunction after a U S district court action. Gas City police chief Philip Burgeon received a two month sentence on the same charge.
U S district attorney conducts secret survey on cold storage operators to uncover alleged conspiracy to boost egg butter and potato prices in December and January. Authorities say the plan was to push eggs to one dollar per dozen before Christmas.
Return results from Vienna elections show the Christian Socialists defeating the rival party to form the parliamentary majority.
Fragmented notes recount a humorous court line about bigamy and war statistics. A veteran jokes about six women per man due to war deaths while a tornado damages a barn near a traveler. American Legion Weekly style dialogue anchors the piece.
An advertisement promotes Cascarets as a hobby to keep liver and bowels regular. It claims relief from cold symptoms and upset stomach and markets pills for adults and children in 10, 25, and 50 cent sizes.
An account notes Arab women in Algeria gaining new freedoms as war alters customs. They walk from the Kasbah to downtown shops, sip tea at French pastry shops, and briefly discard veils before returning to traditional life behind veiled doors.
A Boston Trimscript item notes Maud desires control in choices, expressed as wanting a finger in every matter including an engagement ring. It comments that many men would be good husbands if their wives were improved.
Catarrh is described as a constitutional disease and Alls Catarrh Medicine is advertised to cure it by acting through the blood, improving health, and aiding recovery. The circulars are credited to F. J. Cheney Co. with offices in Faleds and Obio. Na Can Tenn.
Parents urged to inspect every Castoria bottle for the signature Fletcher’s Castoria, a remedy for infants and children marketed for over 30 years. The notice emphasizes authentic labeling to ensure safety and correct product use.
A French campaign from Douarnenez to Congartenn Ih Brit siloy used nets and poison tubes against belugas. The white whales, about 15 feet long, were attacked near Daumonez and Concarnend with a 1100 yard net and 4008 poison tubes. The report notes belugas ravage shoals and the men aim for codlike stock reduction.
A clipped line reads about keeping floors warm and requests for new blankets. The scene features Mrs Swanke and Mr Sivante debating blankets and comfort, with aside mentions of selling diets and beer profits. The fragment hints at domestic concern and retail humor.
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