08 Feb 1919
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1919
Page
1
An altered ad style health warning touts California Syrup of Figs as a cure for a sick child. It warns parents that constipation leads to irritability and poor appetite, urging a teaspoonful of the product and offering a homely testimonial tone.
Fragmented OCR style notes detail political maneuvering around employment and party actions. Mentions Governor Jou sieh and Republican leaders, with references to the Amputation’s Wail for ae perhvalent oh Grpartient and the 8) wea Nanded dost APHAts. The text shows campaign rhetoric, mentions of pension timing, and calls for legislative action amid party divisions. The readable portions highlight election days, committee roles, and opposing factions within the GOP.
In a crowded session the Senate advanced Meeker's bill amid wide debate on wartime relief measures and job programs. References to county commissioners, appropriations of 360,000 for department plans, and plans for wage adjustments highlight the legislative push.
A vintage health ad promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a vegetable formula to cleanse the liver and bowels, relieve indigestion and bad taste, and restore appetite and energy. The ad notes a two tablet nightly dose for relief and lists prices at 10 and 25 cents per box.
Amid a broad Seattle strike, calls grew for government mediation as workers crowd streets and patrols tighten. Reports from Portland and San Francisco described evacuations and port withdrawals while Tacoma and Olympia prepared for possible service disruptions. Washington troops were mobilized to safeguard communications and government operations as streetcar unions threaten a return to work under a pending order.
In Seattle Washington on February reports say striking workers gathered outside crowds to pressure reopening. Soldiers arrived with arms drawn as the crowd dispersed. The Post-Intelligencer announced a courthouse edition without ads to calm rumors and provide strike news and verified reports.
Steve Ross, a Fort She SMM Ten leader, trained at Wayne High and a manual school, rose through pilot training and aviation fields nationwide. He served as a flight instructor, earned a lieutenant rank, and received orders for overseas duty twice while stationed at Garden City before family visits and well wishes from loved ones.
The open session of the German National Assembly features a stepped platform, high-backed chairs, and a tense crowd as the chancellor delivers a stirring address. Tempers flare with interruptions from deputies allied with the revolution and independence factions, yet the speech proceeds amid calls for unity and caution about food shortages.
An old advertisement extols Mothers Friend as a remedy to ease childbirth. It claims to prepare the body for delivery by relaxing muscles and tendons, reducing pain and discomfort for mothers before and after birth, and preserving health and vigor. The copy cites effects on nerves and skin, and mentions distribution locations in Atlanta and Georgia.
A heated session featured harsh protests against expulsion of Germans from Alsace and seizure of property. The chancellor faced calls over war reparations and captivity as opponents argued for reconciliation not punishment amid harsh rhetoric and claims of dishonor.
Officials emphasize voluntary cooperation over new laws as the war powers and Congress approval are not pursued. A general committee and special subcommittees will be formed within the War Industries Board to study industry needs and implement purchasing power to restore pre war price levels.
Representatives from Indiana and Ohio joined a Red Cross gathering at Fort Wayne on a Saturday session chaired by division officers from Cleveland. Speakers outlined civilian relief challenges, emphasizing the organization’s evolving service requirements amid wartime strain and manpower needs.
Delegates met to discuss establishing home service after wartime. Miss Virginia Wing of Cleveland urged firm home service aims while Charles M Nluzmo chaired the Red Cross session. Afternoon talks considered Present Way to Home Service and future duties of veteran reintegration.
The text argues for extended supervision of the Watermays, proposing a formal system under a separate transportation department or a bureau within the department of entn. It calls for mandatory competent supervision and references a declared need for tighter oversight.
Fragmentary text discusses extending interstate commerce jurisdiction to water transport and other routes, aiming to regulate and adjust routes and operation rules for boat lines and related trade. The legible parts hint at regulatory changes affecting shipping, markets, and transportation policy.
Continued from Page 1 attention turns to wartime plunder and plant wreckage. The Corkerel plant once housed 12 ANG workers before the war and now stripped of machinery. In Belgium 2 800 s were robbed of copper amid requisitions to Germany. Belgians lose breeding stock and land. many farms barren and land infertile. Water shortages and park damage cripples production and renewal efforts. The note urges immediate reparations and compensation.
A Fort Wayne veteran recalls Civil War events as a planned observance marks the anniversary. The article lists places like Avergehari Reniohville and Sturhmire Miata, notes surrender details and mentions Commander Lovevlh 35. An advertisement promotes Downing's Domestic Bread.
Major General Goethals urged the House Appropriations Committee for 80 million dollars to store surplus war materials in motion of the department. About 30 million would cover rent and 39 million for maintenance of the stock.
An old advertisement promises relief for coughs from colds using Dr Bell’s Pine. It claims the product helps the body scatter phlegm and provides comfortable relief for bronchitis and throat irritation. It also notes economical use and a price in the ad copy.
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