California Syrup of Figs Widely Promoted For Children
An old advertisement extols California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for children and adults, urging mothers to buy the genuine product made by the California Fig Syrup Company and beware of counterfeits sold elsewhere. The notice also references a query about Vancouver’s National Mercantile Company’s compliance with state building and corporate laws.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
National Mércantile Company of
Vancouver
B.C
Comrolasioner
Watson
Windust dies from buggy whip injury near Dayton
L B R Windust aged 38 died at Long’s Station near Dayton after blood poisoning and typhoid followed a bugy whip accident two weeks earlier. He was unconscious for four weeks and the incident was described in Northwest Notes from Walla Walla. The report also notes dockside events in Seattle and Salem regulatory actions in Oregon.
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Walla Walla
Wash
L. BR. Windust
Long's Station
Dayton
Windust
Stop Gatatrrh Hyomel Inhaler Cure Ad
An advertisement touts Hyomel as a quick simple cure for catarrh. It claims the medicated air treatment cleanses the nose throat and lungs without stomach upset. Tallman & Co. sells Hyomel with a money back guarantee and a complete kit for $1.00.
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Tallman & Co
Do You Fear Consumption A Home Remedy Ad
An old advertisement claims Dr King's New Discovery can treat coughs colds throat and lung troubles with a money back guarantee. It cites Stillman Green of Malichite Col. who allegedly survived a consumption diagnosis after using the product. The ad promises prices of 50c and 100 with Koeppens guarantee.
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Dr. King
Stillman Green
Malichite
Koeppens
Deputies Back Measure Against White Slavery
Butnos Ayres reports that on September 14 the chamber of deputies unanimously approved a measure directed against white slavery, signaling strong legislative action.
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Butnos Ayres
Chamber of Deputies
Fire in Cleveland National Forest Threatens Towns
San Diego dispatch reports thousands of acres burning in the Cleveland National Forest with fire menacing nearby towns. Noont Waa was injured, but later reports say the blaze was brought under control.
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San Diego
Cleveland National Forest
Yankees Win Again in Tokyo Baseball Match
In Tokio on September 19 the University of Washington team defeated Yokohama Shogo by one run, continuing a winning streak in the international exhibition.
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Yankees
Tokio
University of Washingtonn
Yokohama Shogo
Death of San Francisco Chronicle Manager
Charles De Young, general manager of the San Francisco Chronicle, died after a bout of typhoid fever and complications, following a critical illness.
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San Francisco
Charles de Young
The
San Francisco Chronicle
Fireman kills wife then shoots officer in Everett
Everett, Sept 19. Fireman W. fl Schrader shot and killed his wife at home and wounded Patrolman George Tift when neighbors called for arrest. Tift was struck in the neck and collarbone broken. Schrader fled but was later arrested after serving a brief jail sentence. In St Paul, 28,934 public pupils are enrolled with 1,765 in kindergarten.
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Everett
Munierer
Wash
W. Fl
Schrader
George Tift
Tift
Revision of Bible Sought by Benedictines in Rome Mission
Rome Sept 19 Announcement in Rome that Abbott Gasquet head of the Benedictines has been sent by Pope Pius to the United States to appeal for funds to enable the first major Bible revision since 1682 The work halted by finances will rely on photographs of manuscripts and Benedictine supervision in Rome and in monasteries worldwide with Moragan collection volumes sent to Rome and San Callate near Rome.
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Olympia
Wash
Walla Walla Penitenbury
Ralph Earl
Pathe
Drum
Lister
Rome
Yatlronn
Abbott Gasquet
Kinglish Benedictines
United States
Pope Pius
Father Gasquet
America
Helmess
Pope Prime
Biblica
J. P. Morgan
Lome
San Callate
Tome
Pius
Girls Reflect Mothers Style in Youth Fashions
New York fashion piece notes teens imitate mothers with risqué trends and altered silhouettes. It highlights a dainty organdie frock with scalloped edges, baby waist, and forget me not accessories, plus a floppy hat with forget me nots and roses.
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New York
Sally Schoolgirl
Susie Sixteen
Ted
Art Acord Marries Actress Edyth Sterling After Bully Show
Art Acord champion bullroger and Edyth Sterling formerly Edyth Kessinger wed on July 22 at the Hotel James after a Salt Lake wild west show. Both continue their film careers with Vitagraph and Burkwell, agreeing not to interfere with each other’s professions.
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Acord
Edyth Kessinger
Edyth Sterling
Art
Los Angeles
Burkwell Film Company
Cupid
Salt Lake
J. Mark's Hospital
James
Vitagraph Company
Ingenue Costume Descriptions From a Past Fashion Pane
A parade of pale chiffon gowns, pink rose touches, and black velvet trims. Outfits include kimono waists with flesh chiffon vests, a Leghorn hat with blue marines rope, and ankle length frocks in ivory, coral, and orange accents suited to sixteen to eighteen year olds.
Man Arrested For Wearing Slit Skirt In Redding
In Redding California on September 19 judge Herainger sent James Dwyer to the rock pile for 30 days after he wore a slit gown to a hotel and tried to flirt with a clerk. The case notes men must not wear aut skirts or diaphanous gowns while women may. Dwyer will also wear ankle bracelets for a period.
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Redding
Cal
Herainger
James Dwyer
Rock Pile
Dwyer
Manuel
Parcel Post Donts Advice For Youths Companion
A compact guide notes parcel post do not seal but wrap securely and write sender on outside. It warns against sending printed matter to third class and urges marking perishable or fragile items and not leaving packages on mailboxes. An insurance stamp at 10 cents covers up to 50 dollars.
Runaway five-ton truck tears down hill in San Francisco
Joseph Migilo, at the steering wheel, managed to escape unharmed after a loaded five ton truck broke its gear chains while descending a hill. The truck ran wild, knocked a street car off its track, and crashed through a building wall. Passengers were warned by the car’s noise. The driver was shaken but unhurt.
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San Francisco
Joseph Migilo Wat
Investigator Arrested for Selling Secrets in Chicago
Charles Furthmanon, an investigator in the State's attorney office and noted for exposing the so called arson trust, was arrested on a charge of selling secrets from his employer's office. He claims he is the victim of a frame-up.
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Chicagh
Charles Furthmanon
State’s Attorney Office
Furnace Mishap Grips Worker Near Aberdeen Mill
An unnamed worker was caught in a chain conveyor near a furnace in Aberdeen Washington on September 19. Dragged to within ten feet of the roaring furnace where refuse is burned, the man escaped serious injury.
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Aberdeen
Wash
Miner Rescued After Hourlong Hoquiam Mill Plunge
Samuel Bailey endured an hour in danger at the National mill in Hoquiam as the machinery halted for the noon hour. He cried out and was freed, losing consciousness briefly before recovery. One firm and one lever were damaged in the incident.
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Samuel Baley
National
Hoquiam
Indictment Filed in Judge Taylor Murder Case
Astoria Ore Sept 19 The circuit court grand jury has returned an indictment charging O C Hansel with murder in the first degree for shooting the late Judge Frank J Taylor last Sunday morning His trial was set for Monday September 22 District Attorney E B Tongue and
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Astoria
Ore
Ciir‘cuit Court
C. Hansel
Frank J. Taylor
E. B. Tongue
Deputy District Attorney Tracey to Represent the State
The statement notes that Tracey will appear as counsel for the state in the case. Tracey is identified as the deputy district attorney handling prosecutorial duties. The notice confirms official representation without detailing charges or case specifics.
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Tracey
Heat wave ends as California cools from record heat
San Francisco reports a 79 degree temperature at 19 30 easing from Tuesday and Wednesday’s extreme heat. Statewide reports indicate the heat wave is broken and conditions are cooler following the spell.
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California
San Francisco
Ladies World Advice on Restoring Hardened Shoe Polish
A brief tip from Ladies World suggests applying a full kerogene to hardened shoe polish or paste left uncovered. The method should soften the material and restore its usability.
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Ch. W. Smith
Veldom
LA Grande
Walter Swart
Gibbon
Swart
Northwest
Seattle
Cyprus
Seattle Construction & Drydock Company
Daniel Cowan Jackling
Salt Lake City
Misa Mildred Hone
Scott C. Bone
Pacific Coast
Salem. Ore
Gatarrh
Conpro
Charlie’ de Youtty Pond
St. Paul
Pope Pine
Mason
United Press
Sweet Sixteen
ART Acord
de Medici
Man
Franklin
Apperson
Reo
Pendleton Auto
Pendleton Auto Service
Oregon
Ercan MortgageBankins
Pendleton, Oregon
Whitbread
England
Donter
ST. James Importing Company
West Brooksway
New York City
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