Jacksonville Man Led Austrian Food Drive After War
Gilchrist B. Stockton of Jacksonville Florida, post commander and relief worker, headed aid efforts in Vienna for Belgian and Austrian starvation relief. He coordinated shipments from Trieste to Vienna, managed food cards for children, and supervised 43 American kitchens feeding 18 000 youngsters. He later returned to Jacksonville to work in real estate and engage in Legion activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilchrist B. Stockton
Edw. de Saussure
Jacksonville
Fla
Stockton
London
Naval Service
Admiral Sims
Vienna
American Relief Administration
Herbert Hoover
Austria
Mr. Hoover
Trieste
Yugo-Slavia
Providence
d’Annunzio
Fiume
Rotterdam
Rhine
Germany
Hamburg
Danube
Manheim
Florida
Oxford
Legion
Needy Veterans Benefit From Mayor Campbell Endorsement
Schenectady New York Mayor William W Campbell forwarded funds to pay dues for six needy American Legion members. A accompanying letter urged others with means to aid service men lacking funds. The Legion's role as a force for civic improvement is cited as supporting good government. Former Mayors George R Lunn and O F Allen had previously endorsed the Legion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William W. Campbell
Schenectady
N. Y
American Legion
Legion Movement
Legion
Legion i
George R. Lunn
O. F. Allen
Expected 45000 Attend National Legion Convention
National Adjutant Russell G. Creviston estimates 45000 visitors will attend the American Legion convention in St. Paul Minnesota in 1924. Local committees led by Justice Royal A. Stone organize entertainment while rail rates and schedules are set to move large delegations via multiple gateways.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Royal A. Stone
Minnesota Supreme Court
Justice Stone
Nelson and Leach
Twin Cities
Louis Collins
Minnesota
National
Gopher
Legion
Chicago
Kansas City
Omaha
Legion Auxiliary
National Organization
Department
National Executive Committee
Legion Aids in Abandoning South Carolina Prison Plant
A joint American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary committee recommends abandoning the present South Carolina prison plant. It cites inadequate facilities for housing and classification, and insufficient hospital space. The penitentiary reportedly turned a $40,000 profit last year, though the Legion offers no comment on administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina
American Legion
American Legion Auxiliary
Commonwealth
Legion
Women and Kidney Trouble Promise Swamp Root Relief
Thousands of women suffer kidney and bladder trouble often without recognizing it. Symptoms like back pain headaches and nervousness may signal kidney disease. Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root offered as a doctor prescription good for immediate use. Sample bottle available by mailing ten cents to Dr Kilmer Co. Binghamton NY with paper reference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
A Purpose Rastus and Sam Dialogue on Pockets
A brief dialogue shows Rastus questioning why Sam carries a large pocketbook. Sam explains the purse is for encouragement and support.
Tanlac Helped War Veteran Declare Its Value
Joseph H. Baker of Memphis reports Tanlac revived his weight and health after gas exposure in World War I and subsequent illness. He says Tanlac restored his appetite, energy, and well being, and endorses the product. Tanlac is sold by all druggists with over 40 million bottles sold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Baker
Memphis
Tanlac
Joseph H. Baker
North Third St
Tenn
Baker
St. Mihiel
Argonne
Memphis Fire Department
Staying Home From Work Means Money Lost
A collection of testimonial letters praising Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female health issues. Mrs. McDole of Ludington Michigan, Mrs. Thressa McDoler, a Los Angeles chef, and Mrs. Sullivan and Mrs. Schoenfelder from Jersey City report improved energy, reduced symptoms, and recovery after using the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mre. McDole
Ludington
Michigan
Lydia E. Pinkham
Los Angeles
California
Icer
Jersey City
N. J
Lydia & Pinkham
Louise Schoenfelder
Woodlawn Ave
Dye and Tint Service Brings New Look to Garments
Advertises dyeing and tinting for worn or shabby garments and drapery aimed at restoring color and freshness for women. The offer emphasizes reviving faded fabrics and renewing clothing through professional dye services.
Diamond Dyes Color Your Garments At Home
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes as simple to use for any worn item. A 15 cent package lets a woman dye or tint fabrics at home with directions included. Choose any color at the drug store.
Signers of the Declaration by Professions
The Declaration of Independence was signed by men from varied vocations. Twenty four lawyers, fourteen farmers, nine merchants, four doctors, one minister, one manufacturer, and three with miscellaneous callings signed the document. Washington is listed as a farmer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
To Have a Clear Sweet Skin With Cuticura Trio
An old advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment Soap and Talcum for smooth skin. It recommends applying Ointment for pimples redness or itching then bathing with Soap and hot water. Dust on Talcum for fragrance. Price 25 cents each.
Suited to His Need at Bald Knob Barber Shop
A humorous clipping notes a barber and customer banter about hair care and home fertilizer as a joke. The dialogue hints at self-reliant growing methods and playful chatter in a small town setting.
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Uhis
Guichrlat B. Stockton
Carbide
Mary Sullivan
E. 46Th Street
Humphrey
Nebraska St
Sioux City
Iowa
Wattson B. Soloman
Washington, D
Martin
Parker
Droregista
Sax Chem
Patchogue
Hindercorns
Oarns
Cale
Fiste
Hiscox Chemical Works
Bailey
Bailey Mfp
Neb
Cinccinnati
Louisville
St. Louis
W A. Beckler
Taylor
Cincinnati, O. Washington, D. CG
Soutitiern Railway System
Colonel Burbank
Fletcher
Carter
Ohinola
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