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Newspaper
Harrisburg Telegraph
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1916
Page
11
A lighthearted plea outlines gift possibilities at The Globe store from lounging robes to fur caps and gloves. Items priced from $1.25 to $50.00 are listed, suggesting a new suit or overcoat as practical wish options for the season.
Leroy A. Peters of Harrisburg appointed second lieutenant of Company I Eighth Infantry at Camp Stewart El Paso Texas. The vacancy followed promotions of Ziegler Jenkins and Thomas and the earlier decline by John A. Rogers.
The State Compensation Board adjourned without acting on amendments to the compensation acts proposed by the committee representing three recognized medical schools. The board will study the suggestions and reconvene with the committee later this year, aiming to involve the Governor and Attorney General. Reading hosts the session.
A historic remedy advises mixing Parmint Double Strength with hot water and granulated agar to create a cough suppressant. Take one tablespoon four times daily to ease coughing, clear nasal passages, and improve breathing. inexpensive and easy to prepare for stubborn coughs and colds.
A Hanover township delegation from Luxerne County met Commissioner Dixon to discuss sewage disposal. Senator Charles J. Magee of Pittsburgh and Representative M. B. Rich of Clinicee visited the Capitol. Albert L. Allen, assistant manager who built up the fund, will oversee matters here.
Pennsylvania Railroad reportedly may acquire or gain ownership in the Missouri Pacific system, signaling a westward extension of Broad Street Station influence. Reorganization of Missouri Pacific is near complete, led by Kuhn Loeb & Co, a key NY banking link to Pennsy. Grace Jones, Mississippi socialite, is named as potential president of Gulf & Ship Island Railway after her father's death, with a directors meeting planned in Buffalo.
Joseph Bomberger of New Cumberland Pennsylvania says Tanlac is his best friend and a miracle for liver trouble indigestion heartburn and extreme nervousness. He reports improved appetite sleep and energy after taking Tanlac and notes rapid health restoration. The Tanlac man is at Gorgas Drug Store explaining merits of the medicine.
The text indicates Miss Jones is expected to be named president, having managed the railroad since her father fell ill some time ago.
An advertisement promotes Stuart’s Calcium Wafers as a harmless cure for pimples and skin flaws. It claims the product cleanses blood, improves complexion, and offers a free trial coupon with a 50 cent box available at drug stores nationwide.
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