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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1920
Page
14
An old advertising claim urges taking Calotabs at bedtime to purge the body and end a cold by morning. It promises a purifying effect on the liver and system with no salts or griping, enabling a hearty breakfast and no danger to appetite. The drug is sold sealed for thirty five cents and comes with a money back guarantee if not delighted.
First National Bank in St. Louis reports 1919 pork exports totaling about 850 million dollars versus 100 million in 1914. Export volume nears 1.0 billion pounds, price about 32 cents per pound versus 12 cents in 1914. Prices rose alongside farm hog values from 8 to 22 dollars early 1919, signaling continued gains into late 1919.
An advertised hair tonic claims quick results for women’s hair making it softer fuller and shinier. It promises dust removal dandruff control and hair growth benefits with a small bottle sold at drug or toilet counters.
Community correspondence covers obituaries, births, and visits from Feb 16. Families mourning two infants buried here last Thursday. neighbors and visitors named from Duncan, Arbor Springs, Gustine, and De Leon. A county clerk candidacy announces aims and thanks voters.
An old advertisement claims worms can be cured by GROVES TASTELESS chill TONIC given for two to three weeks. It asserts the tonic enriches the blood improves digestion and strengthens the system, helping nature dispel worms and restore health. It notes the remedy is pleasant to take and priced at 60 cents per bottle.
The article warns that mineral waters and strong cathartics can worsen chronic constipation by draining water from the body. It promotes Chamberlain's Tablets as a mild laxative tonic that gently moves the bowels without obvious force and is less likely to cause future constipation.
An advertised remedy claims Blue Bugs and bloodsucking insects are banished by feeding Martin's Wonderful Blue Bug Killer to chickens. The copy asserts absolute guarantees of effectiveness for poultry pests.
Advertisement touts Cascarets as a mild laxative that cleanses the system to relieve foggy brain headaches sour stomach and sleepless nights. Claims include no griping or sickness and notes a box costs little with benefits while you sleep.
Mrs. Elizabeth A. Perkins of the WCTU department on child welfare says the United States ranks seventh worldwide in child care. New Zealand is first. She cites 16 000 maternal deaths annually and 300 000 infant deaths in the US before six weeks old, blaming ignorance and planning an education campaign.
Advertisement extols Le Creole Hair Dressing as a remedy for gray or harsh hair, promising restoration to former luster. Price listed as one dollar.
The Chief Exponent reports a cemetery work day at Hazeldell on February 18, a Wednesday. Residents are urged to come, bring dinners, and stay all day to help with the extensive tasks. T. L. Conaway.
An advertisement touts a one hundred dollar reward for incurable catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a long standing remedy. It claims blood action cleanses mucous surfaces, promises health improvements after short use, and urges sending for testimonials from F J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio. Sold by all druggists for 75 cents.
Immediate attention to sprains swellings bruises rheumatism and neuralgia. Keep Mansfield’s Magic Arnica Liniment on hand with three sizes priced at 25c 50c and 75c. This vintage catalog style notice promotes a topical remedy for common injuries and pains.
Advertisement asserts LAX FOS WITH PEPSIN can cure habitual constipation in 14 to 21 days. It is described as pleasant to take and suitable for regular use to induce regular bowel action, priced at 60 cents.
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