Advice on Spanish influenza from Uncle Sam officials
The article presents Surgeon General Rupert Blue’s statements on Spanish influenza, its origins, symptoms, transmission, and containment. It explains that influenza is not proven Spanish in origin, outlines recognition challenges, how the disease spreads through droplets, and emphasizes home rest, hygiene, masks for caregivers, and general prevention including fresh air and avoiding crowding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blue
Rupert Blue
U. S. Public Health Service
Valencia
Spain
Orient
Russia
United States
Eastern Front
Europe
Ita
Pfeiffer
Wiil
Mail holiday parcels with care and early posting
The Dillon post office advises minimal extra help during peak season, urges employee cooperation to handle heavy holiday mails, and promotes wrapping parcels securely plainly addressing them and mailing early. Promotion of not opening until Christmas and notices about sending to soldiers are highlighted.
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Dillon
Department
Regular Army
National Guard
National Army
J.C. Kovus
Baldwins Reach Alhambra for New Home Construction
Mr and Mrs L E Baldwine report they have arrived in Alhambra California to establish their future home. They have just completed a six room dwelling and note blossoms in their yard and pleasant weather as they settle in.
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L. E. Baldwine
Alhambra
Cal
Fall Fashion Exhibition Showcases New Women's Coats
A local exhibition presents a complete assortment of authentic fall and winter coats for women. Tailored in finest fabrics, the styles suit varied tastes and include comfortable weights for early fall wear, promising fashionable options for every shopper.
Blouses and Waists: Beaded Georgette Crepe Arrivals
Last week saw the arrival of beaded georgette crepe blouses in all colors plus white. Dainty and beautiful, they promise to be a valuable addition to any lady's wardrobe.
Sweater Coats Offer Wide Range of Styles and Value
The advertisement touts a broad selection of plain and fancy sweater coats in various colors and combinations. It notes wool scarcity and high prices but promises good values amid prevailing conditions.
Exquisite wartime footwear offers value and style
This advertisement touts women’s footwear with dependable quality and stylish distinctive beauty. It notes rising labor and material costs make offerings attractive and aligns savings with wartime economy as a selling point.
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Uncle Sam
Flu
U. S. Public Health Service Issues
Official Health Bulletin
National Research Council
United States Hygienic Laboratory
Washington, D. C
Alphonso
D. C. Thornton
Pres
Marshall Field
Government of the
Pendleton
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