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Newspaper
Dermott News
Location
Dermott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1917
Page
6
A vintage advertisement promotes Knowlton's Danderine claiming instant hair gloss and scalp cleansing with a 25 cent bottle, plus an Upsala medical notice describing a new color blindness test using color patches and spoken responses. The piece also contains a brief humorous excerpt about Gertrude and her brother Freddy disturbing ants.
Fragmentary report notes Cholly deviating from his former correct dress and observed lying on his garage. It also mentions Bermuda exporting onions to the United States last year, with unclear terms and entities.
County judges hear ten tax appeals as attorney general says new law gives them power to pass on appeals. Tax must be paid based on state of property at assessment time. Court may correct errors upon petition. appeals after adjournment not allowed. Industrial school site plans, school funding, and local warehouse proposal also noted along with fresh bookkeeping system and various licenses.
The note reports rapid construction push with several engineers assigned this week for District No. 1 work, plus $120,000 and $26,000 bond sales to Lawrence County Bank Walnut Ridges. Also mentions 16 year old Wiatt Hall sent to industrial school for theft and forgery, and local counties uniting to build about 80 miles of hard surface road.
President Wilson issues a proclamation warning citizens and aliens that treasonable acts and aiding enemies will be vigorously prosecuted. It outlines penalties including death or long imprisonment, plus fines for misprision, and stresses failure to report treason. The document quotes constitutional definitions and cites the criminal code regarding levying war, giving aid, or concealing treasonous acts.
An old advertisement extols Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe alternative to calomel mercury for liver upset. It promises quick relief from slowness, constipation, and sour stomach, claiming the product cleans bowels without salivation or side effects and guarantees satisfaction for the user and family.
An OCR fragment shows an assortment of 19th century advertisements and oddities. It mentions Red Cross Ball Blue whitening clothes, possible prices, and various pirated health and household claims. The jumble references Wilmingtomy and Induced cures with hinted moral warnings.
A vivid anecdote recalls a resourceful newsboy who stops a driver with quick wit and a cheeky offer. The storefront encounter turns into a small street theatre moment as the boy negotiates for a ride or tip, showcasing pluck and charm.
Dr Ro C Motcomb, a medical professional, warns that crews face hazardous air conditions at sea. He notes limited breathable air, overcrowded sleeping areas, temperature extremes, and irregular hours contributing to injuries and respiratory ailments among sailors, urging changes to shipboard ventilation and routines.
Washington Senator Owen introduced AGIN to authorize the secretary of state to repatriate Americans who enlisted in allied armies and faced consequences over their American citizenship status. The measure aims to restore citizens' rights and facilitate return to the United States.
The Uruguay government adopts a neutrality decree amid the conflict between the United States and Germany and between Cuba and Germany, signaling a cautious stance in the global crisis. The move reflects a policy aimed at avoiding entanglement while protecting national interests.
A Nebraska Legislature resolution urging munition makers to bear the war costs was approved by the body. A copy was ordered sent to President Wilson and Nebraska’s congressional delegation.
In Washington reports one American, James Caller, was among two men killed when the British steamer Crispin sank after a collision. The tragedy adds to wartime losses as authorities confirm the casualty.
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