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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1920
Page
3
Report from Rumpus Ridge cites Gap Johnson describing a boy named Runt who tried to flee with a gun to shoot a professor. Johnson says he seized the weapon, struck the boy on the head, and prevented any further misbehavior.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a premier cure for kidney liver and bladder ailments. It claims quick gentle relief and urges readers to start treatment, with sample bottle offers by sending ten cents to Dr Kilmer and Co. at Binghamton NY.
Indigo dye history notes the German process producing indigotin rather than true indigo. German innovation is challenged by tests from HI Armstrong on serge dyers comparing natural versus artificial dyes. Results show natural indigo yields deeper color by five to twenty percent.
Advertisers promise freckles fade with Othine double strength application night and morning. One ounce often clears skin, with money back guarantee if freckles fail to disappear.
From London Punch a humorous note on an IT deal in cast-off clothing and the idea of thrift for the urban poor. A brief dialogue shows a woman seeking clothing for her husband and a respectful shopkeeper's response.
National Museum opens a permanent exhibit of nearly 500 studies by American artists detailing life of the AEF overseas. The works cover action scenes and daily life, including ruined French villages made sacred by American blood and soldiers of Pershing’s division among French civilians.
An exhibit features depictions of trenches, mud, infantry, gun teams, and nurses amid war gear. Painters from the American Expeditionary Force, including Morgan, Petzo, Andre Smith, Townsend, Dunn, Duncan, Aylward, and Hind ing, are cited as contributors. The display frames arms, uniforms, and captured equipment as a historical record.
Washington United States mail planes flew 54 693 miles in May with 88 percent on New York Washington route and 88 percent on Chicago Omaha. Only two forced landings for mechanical trouble. fifteen other flights lost gas or oil to head winds. four weather causes. seven pilots off course. Praeger criticizes Newark field for late starts, cites need for early inspections and preparation to improve May’s overall efficiency.
The War Department announced a survey of more than 100000 soldiers to secure better fitting uniforms. The comprehensive measurements identify chest sizes by region, with the largest chests among western troops and the smallest among eastern troops, guiding stock reductions for surplus clothing.
The Paris ministry of war releases figures showing 1,362,872 French soldiers killed in the great war with 861,854 of unknown fate. Minister Leferre says service must stay under two years for now, as army reorganization is outlined to the chamber committee. The minister also notes 70,000 French troops remain in the Near East with many units in the same area.
The will of Edgar D Crumpacker provides his son Owen L Crumpacker a $100 additional inheritance if he meets a condition. Owen, a teenager in Valparaiso, will also receive a large library belonging to his father, a former representative from Indiana's Tenth district. The estate includes much land near Lake Michigan. the attorney for the will is a local bachelor.
Miss Sparks arrives wearing many rings causing a guest to label her a ringwort a playful quip about her love of rings. Eva observes the scene noting the term and the curious nickname among the invited guests.
An old advertisement extols Bayer aspirin tablets as genuine and proven safe by millions for over twenty years. It urges consumers to buy an unbroken Bayer package with directions to relieve headache toothache neuralgia rheumatic pain and colds. Boxes hold 12 tablets at a few cents. druggists offer larger sizes.
An advertisement touts Allen's Foot Ease antiseptic powder for workers who toil on their feet. It claims the product refreshes tired feet, prevents blisters, and reduces soreness, urging purchase by dealers and readers.
Chicago readers are urged to take Eatonic for several weeks, using one or two tablets after meals. The ad claims relief from Re itching, bloating, heartburn, and stomach misery, plus lasting benefits by clearing acids and gases. It promotes consulting a druggist for guidance.
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