21 Apr 1916
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Newspaper
Fulton County Tribune
Location
Wauseon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1916
Page
1
A local civic appeal urges residents to support home businesses and read the home paper, framing community devotion and action as stronger than words. It emphasizes patronizing local merchants and staying informed through local media.
A citizen urges backing the Buy It in America campaign to boost commerce and industry. The piece argues farmers should patronize local merchants, praises newspaper advertising, and promotes editorials as welfare for communities. It also includes brief notes on weather study via kites and a novel towing jack for automobiles, ending with an ad-like cure for neuralgia and rheumatism.
Former U S Senator Theodore E Burton selects Ohio Governor Frank B Willis to present his name at the Chicago Republican National Convention in June. Harding is named temporary chairman with Ohio delegates urged to unite for Burton and Willis in the April primary. Obituary notes Lydia Renfield, 20, of Pettisville, died April 16, 1916, after marriage to Frank Benfield.
A May Popular Mechanics description highlights a 2500 lb four horse drawn grain loader called a shock loader. It loads six wagons quickly, doubles as alfalfa loader, and reduces need for field labor by replacing several men. It uses pickers and three carriers to transfer bundles to an inclined elevator.
Mr and Mrs Chas Ledyard hosted guests from Delta and Deshler among others while local chatter covers health reform with Tanlac and Chamberlains Tablets. The column notes social visits, births and community events, plus farm fertilizer tidbits and local ads. Notable names include Wm Norris Charles and Frank, Dr C L Norris, R E Larned, Tanlac managers, and multiple families visiting in the area.
A New York table by Captain L. P. Pinkston shows only 9.31 percent of applicants for enlistment were physically fit nationwide. Of 41,163 examined, 3,833 were accepted. in New York City 316 of 11,012 passed, with other cities reporting similarly low rates. Alcohol and excess cited as primary causes.
Manitoba voters approved prohibition, closing 200 saloons and many houses of ill repute as June 1 implementation approaches. Winnipeg, province capital with 150 000 residents, backed the dry movement by a large margin. Saskatchewan and Alberta are dry. Nova Scotia is dry except Halifax. Quebec reports 906 dry towns. Ontario and British Columbia prepare votes.
Cleveland officials vow instant dismissal for any employee caught drinking liquor on duty across all city departments. Utilities Director Farrell and Finance Director Neal stress zero tolerance and on duty waste of time. Saloonkeepers press state liquor board for protection as bootleg and speakeasy trade grows.
Arthur Jones of Allen Kansas writes that years of kidney and bladder trouble impair his recovery due to age but credits Foley Kidney Pills with significant relief. He mentions rheumatism back pain and irregular action, noting substantial improvement after trying the product. Fink & Haumesser.
A printer speaks on how a business is judged by its printing and the need for proper fit and medium. The firm notes pleasure in meeting customer wishes and offers carefully estimated prices based on production costs.
Elmendorf's travel talk on Dalmatia and Montenegro features illustrated scenes from Fiume to Cittinje with stops at Zara Spalata Ragusa and Curzola. The program includes a school matinee at 4 p m and promises vivid contrasts with prior lectures.
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