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Newspaper
Jackson Progress Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1918
Page
5
A vintage advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery as the cure for coughs and colds that disrupt sleep. It claims long effectiveness over fifty years and urges readers to ask their druggist for the remedy.
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy to regulate bowels cleanse the body remove waste improve digestion and refresh the complexion. It promises mild yet positive action and a toxin free breath.
Marcel writes home detailing his experiences in the service. J M Bankston shares the letter with family and notes the hopeful tone and descriptions of life away from home.
A patent medicine claim for the Texas Wonder promotes kidney and bladder cures for men, women, and children, with mail order availability from Dr. E. W. Hall of St. Louis and testimonials requested.
A brave soldier writes from Somewhere in France on Sept 16 describing going over the top for a major drive. He recalls hours under shellfire, heavy losses of the enemy, and the chaos of air combats seen from the frontline. He and Dewey are well and ask about friends in the army.
An advertisement touts Danderine as a guaranteed solution for fuller softer hair and dandruff control. It claims rapid results within ten minutes and lasting growth after two weeks, promising gloss fullness and new hair growth with daily use.
A brief farewell message from Marcel ends a correspondence with affectionate closing, “With love to all.” The note conveys warmth and personal regard as it concludes the communication.
Raymond Fosdick reports the American Library Association books are widespread in France from dugouts to hospitals and huts. He says volunteers distributed millions of books to soldiers and sailors, meeting constant demand from arrival in camps to return home.
The Busy Corner displays 50 new fall suit models for women, inviting shoppers to view the updated collection and find a stylish option for the season.
David Jones of Forbus writes that after taking Ziron Iron Tonic he recovered from stomach trouble loss of appetite and weakness and can now work a full day He endorses Ziron as a tonic and notes iron is essential for health as medical authorities agree He urges readers to ask their druggist about guarantees.
The city tax books are now open for the payment of city taxes for the year 1918. W. H. Wilson, C. T. C. 10-25-41.
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