Welfare Work for Federal Employees
Washington Tech 28 The federal government focuses on housing new appointees in Washington and the welfare of employees. Many war workers are far from home, so welfare workers are placed to aid adjustment. Since the war began about 25 000 employees joined civil service in Washington, with 20 000 more expected this year. The Civil Service Commission lists positions in stenography drafting shipbuilding trades and related work. Officials nationwide can provide information and application blanks.
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Washington
Tech
Civil Service
United States Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Commission
Foley's Honey and Tar Endorsed for Colds and Coughs
In a harsh winter with heavy snow and wind, Foley's Honey and Tar earns high praise from Mrs. Edward Sterry of Clinton R. 87 who calls it the sole medicine for coughs and colds. The product is sold by Mann Drug Co. and widely used in homes.
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Foley
Edward Sterry
Clinton
Mann Drug Co
Dryness Urged in Britain for War and Demobilization
A deputation from the Strength of Britain movement urged Dr. Christopher Addison to prohibit the sale of intoxicating liquor during the war and demobilization. Addison agreed some points but warned measures must suit public willingness. Lord DAbernon warned against relaxing controls during demobilization to avoid national disaster. The piece ends with a quip about love and sense.
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Lendon
Christopher Addison
Portofolio
Britain
Addison
Ministry of Munitions
Lord D'Abernon
Liquor Control Board
Men go out for a tooth filling and return stained by the task
A humorous note suggests some men take dental visits to excess, returning with remarkable changes or embarrassment after a routine tooth filling.
Foley's Toney and Tar cough medicine advertisement
An advertisement promotes Foley's Toney and Tar from Mann Drug Co as a cough remedy. It claims prompt relief for throat irritation, loosened phlegm, and soothing healing without opiates, suitable for colds and bronchial coughs.
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Mann Drug Co
German Deserters Clash with Hun Guards at Border
Alsatian deserters from the Russian front tried to cross into Holland near The Vague. They fought German frontier guards aided by Belgian workers, wounding three guards before mounted police helped overpower the deserters. A few Belgian workers reached Holland.
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de the Vague
Netherlands
Holland
Aso
Administrator's Notice in Guilford County Estate
Administrator announces claims against the estate of G. D. Turner, deceased, of Guilford County North Carolina. Claimants must present verified claims by March 1, 1919. Debts owed to the estate should be paid promptly. Notice dated February 25, 1918. E. R. Turner Administrator. D. H. Parsons Attorney.
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G. D. Turner
Guilford County
North Carolina
Winston-Salem
N. C
D. H. Parsons
High Point
E. R. Turner
Seasonal Plant Delivery Offers Cheerful Home Touch
The note describes a selection of potted plants including Pelargoniums Primrose Tulips and Jonquils ready for delivery. It highlights a living touch to rooms and a readiness to fulfill multiple plant orders this season.
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Overland
College St
Frank Ford
Willobar Terrace
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