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Newspaper

Renwick Times

Location

Renwick, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1916

Page

4

Feeding U S Army High Cost of Living vs Fixed Ration

The article explains how the U S Army meets rising living costs while maintaining a fixed standard ration since 1914. It details daily food quantities and costs, noting 268 cents per man per day in the latest year and a historical low of about 15 cents in 1898 onward. It also cites a yearly feeding bill near $20 million and reports recruits gaining up to 12 pounds in two weeks due to good diet and exercise.

Uncle Sam United States Army Standara Army Isio

Japanese Plan Emigration to Brazil Reported

Uncle Sim Ine, via a Rio de Janeiro representative, outlines plans for a Japan to Brazil emigrant program. A line of steamers is to carry about 900 emigrants per voyage with 5,000 total arrivals, under Japan’s regulatory framework to farm rice beans potatoes and coffee in Brazil.

Sim Ine Riode Novia Brazil Japan Oriental Navigation Company Tanaks Tedh Dapan

Feasibility Discussed for Coal From Waste in United States

Uncle Sam details a Norwegian discovered process to turn paper mill waste into coal powder with about 6900 calories per unit, potentially easing coal shortages. Norwegian Sulphite Coal Ltd plans a 428000 dollar capital venture to exploit the method, with 45 percent of timber currently used and the rest becoming lye refuse converted into coal paste.

Uncle Sam Dennison Christiania Norway Uncle Sams United States R. ¥. Strelenek Gothenburg Sulphite Coal Ltd Doctor Strebenert

Uncle Sam Enforces Pure Food and Drug Laws

Federal Solicitor Gaffey reports rigid enforcement by inspectors led to court actions on 2 623 violations last year. The government collected 116 42 in fines and damages and 83 cases involved penalties under the 28 hour law prohibiting confinement of livestock in cars without unloading for rest and feeding.

Uncle Sam Gaffey United States Damag

Indoor gowns and top coats shape winter wardrobe

The article notes a shift toward coats with separate blouses rather than full indoor gowns. It highlights top coats as the dominant outer garment, Velour favored for jackets, and describes new jacket shapes echoing the Eton style with fitted shoulders and peplums, signaling a return to long skirts and richer fabrics.

New York Mme. Yaquin

Velour Fashion Tones and Tailored Street Coats Described

The piece surveys velour garments, noting high cost due to labor loom and animal supply while praising rich dyeing and bold colors. It highlights the Charles the Sixth gray velour suit, short jackets, and a Cherub top coat with a cape like back and pocketed sides, copied by dressmakers.

France Burgundy Charles the Hernaril Cherub Kolinski McClure

New Bags From Old Gloves

A Frenchwoman discovers that cut gloves stained in color and sewn into patchwork shapes with silk or bead embroidery yield charming hand bags. The craft uses old gloves to make decorative, useful accessories.

Winter Deaths From Respiratory Diseases Equal Summer Intestinal Deaths

Winter fatalities among babies from respiratory illnesses rival summer deaths from intestinal diseases. The note highlights seasonal risk, pointing to winter morbidity and suggesting public health focus on infancy care during cold months.

Kidney Pill Endorsement from Prof Schmitz in Oklahoma

The statement from Prof Aug F W Schmitz of Thomas Oklahoma says he suffered Backache for about twenty five years andBrights Disease in late stages. After using Dodd s Kidney Pills he found relief and remained free of severe pain after three boxes. He recommends Dodd s Kidney Pills and provides pricing and dealer information.

F. W. Schmitz Thomas Okla Bright Dadd Prof. Schmitz Jack Dodd Dedd Medi.cing Co Budiglo Ady

Bobwhite Quail Eat Wide Range of Insects Says Official

Nelson assistant secretary of the board of agriculture notes bobwhites eat at least 57 beetles 27 bugs 9 grasshoppers 13 caterpillars and a variety of ants wasps and lice. One bird can consume thousands of plant lice in two hours and favors holleweevils cabbage worms army worms and more amid farm pressure to kill them.

Nelson Board of Agriculture St. Louis Republic

Fragmented Quote on Language and Dignity in Office

A jumble of quoted phrases notes the style of the language used in office. The speaker laments the average man's lack of dignity and the king's English in public discourse.

Ulis

Bodily Housekeeping by Dr Pierce

Dr Pierce advises on water intake noting X ray research and scientists like Canonea Grutzner Pavlov Fowler Hawk support not overloading digestion. He recommends drinking plenty of pure water and taking Anurte tablets after meals to help with uric acid and rheumatic complaints.

Neals Canonea Grutzner Pavlov Fowler Hawk

Prisoner Confesses Guilt Under Russet in Court

A prisoner in a court presided by Lord Russet speaks softly during a trial. The judge requests a louder voice as the prisoner admits “Six months” though there is belief of innocence. The scene prompts reflections on safety and the complexity of opinions.

Lapsus Engune Russet Lori Carneel

Prominent Woman Praises Dr Pearce Medicines

A Des Moines woman recalls illness years ago with nervous collapse and female weakness. She says doctors offered no help until she took Dr Merce’s Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery, leading to restored health. The account notes her successful recovery.

Des Moines Pierea Goork Sealth W. Wheeler Walnur So Ady

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