Income tax bill sparks Wall Street debate in 1916 era
The piece surveys proposed rates on individuals and corporations, noting graduated personal taxes up to 4 percent and a flat 1 percent for corporations. It discusses dividend taxation, exemptions for stockholders, and implications for small investors, with commentary on the political theater surrounding the bill. It closes by noting daily ball games this week.
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Tneome
John D. Rockefeller
Wall Street
Democratic House
The
Steel Trust
Cascarets Laxative For Old People
A promotional note urges elderly readers to use Cascarets as a gentle natural tonic to keep bowels active. It compares aging bowels to weakened eyes and muscles, claims daily use is safe, and promotes the product as affordable at 10 cents per box, working while you sleep.
Paris scientist Goby invents X ray micro radiograph device
French scientist M Goby has devised an X ray apparatus for microscopic work. The system places the object directly on a photographic plate without black paper and uses concentrated X rays to produce a life size radiograph for detailed study of very small organisms.
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Paris
M. Goby
Who Are the Free They Who Have Scorned the Tyrant
Poem lines praise the Free for rejecting tyranny and red, worshiping God, Dim conquerors’ glory, unshackled in spirit though bound in limbs, untainted by prejudice, fearless before Wrong. They remain true to right, aiding the weak, and uphold equity across peril and power.
La Follette Book A Personal Narrative Of Political Life
Senator Robert M. La Follette of Wisconsin publishes a personal political memoir detailing his life from the University of Wisconsin to Congress and beyond. The volume, published by the Robert M. La Follette Co. of Madison, Wis., is priced at $1.50 net.
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Robert M. la Follette
Wisconsin
la Follette
Pendleton City Hall
Senator la Follette
University of Wisconsin
United States
Robert M. la Follette Co
Madison
Wis
Foes of oppression and the proudly Free
An old poem praising pioneer thinkers and wise rulers. It extols those who explore unbounded seas and lands, advance science, fight pestilence, and bring beauty to humanity. It also honors rulers who govern with self control, endure fortune’s changes, and find good in all. John Critchley Prince of Manchester, England.
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Pendleton
East Oregonian
John Critchley
Prince
Manchester
England
Parisian Sage Hair Rejuvenator Ad Promises Growth
A Vintage advertisement touts Parisian Sage as a science based hair rejuvenator and tonic that will grow hair, stop dandruff, and eradicate it in two weeks. The ad claims a 50 cent bottle sold by Tallman & Co. and dealers nationwide on a money back plan.
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Tallman & Co
Michel Angelo Still Learning at Ninety in Death’s Shadow
The aged Michelangelo said he was still learning, facing death with a steadfast mind. He pursued divine visions and crafted eternal art, his name carved among the stars within the dome of his enduring works.
Jaynes Vermifuge touted as a tonic for children
An old advertisement promotes Jaynes Vermifuge claiming to destroy intestinal parasites in children and restore digestion. It urges use with sugar for palatability and cites eighty years of parental praise. Also, Pendleton Oregon calls for street sprinkling proposals for four districts with details on bids and required deposits.
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Dr. D, Jayne
Pendleton
City Recorder
Watt
Mendleton
Uimatifla
Main Street
Umatilla
Webb Street
College Street
Hallroad Street
Hia
City of
Tendleton
Oregon
Fame and Perfection Elude His Artful Striving
The line hints at an artist named Charles W. Hurner acknowledging ongoing learning as he reflects on fame and beauty eluding his perfection. It conveys a reflective, period voice about artistic pursuit and self-improvement without sensational detail.
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Charles W. Hurner
East Oregonian Seeks Rugs for Purchase
The East Oregonian invites readers to sell large clean rugs. Bring or mail them to the office at the earliest convenience.
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East Oregonian
Fabric Swatches Guide Advertised in Black and White
The listing presents fabric swatch options described as black and white, brown stripe and plain white, buff and blue in 27 and 36 inch widths with prices of 50 cents and 1.00. It also notes plain pink blue white red and tan and fancy stripes suitable for street wear, described as an excellent wash fabric, with a 35 cent price point.
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