German propagandists spread false war rumors in Texas camps
Camp Travis Texas October 25 Germany and German sympathizers are spreading rumors of mistreatment in U S camps to sow home fear. Officials say such stories about hospitals, food, medicine and even attempted germ poisoning have been debunked, while fake letters target parents and families. Citizens are urged to reject rumors and support the government.
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Camp Travis
Tex
Texas
Oklahoma
United States
Red Cross
San Antonio
Germany
Europe
Y M C A Ships Films to France for Soldiers
The Y M C A sends more than fifteen miles of motion picture films weekly to France for free shows to soldiers. Over 20 million servicemen attend Y M C A free moving picture presentations each week.
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France
Influenza Worse Than German Bullets Claims Rise in Deaths
A newspaper piece argues Spanish influenza claims more victims than the European front. It cites authorities on disease resistance and promotes Tanlac as a tonic to boost strength, appetite, and overall health amid the epidemic.
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J. Hartman
Europe
No Worms in a Healthy Child Feature and Tanlac Ad
An old advertisement extols GROVE S TASTELESS CHILL TONIC to treat worms and enrich blood in children, alongside Tanlac Laxative Tablets and local drug store sales. A patriotic appeal urges Milam County citizens to support soldiers, urging action beyond words.
Piles Cured in Days with PAZO Ointment Claim
Patient reports relief from piles after using PAZO ointment within days. The advertisement promises rapid, lasting results and urges immediate purchase.
Government to Furnish Seed to Texas Farmers
Government to buy corn and cotton seed for planting and sell at cost to Texas farmers for 1919 plantings. Frank Clarke of Waco to handle the seed purchases and distribution, with immediate action requested to capture surplus planting corn.
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Texas
College Station
Tex
T. O. Walton
Extension Service
Clarence Ousley
Walton
Frank Clarke
Waco
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Promotes Health Support
An old standard tonic advertised as a general strengthening remedy. It claims to drive out malaria, build up the system, and improve blood strength for both adults and children. The language emphasizes its use as a true tonic.
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Grove
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