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Newspaper
Reporter Boyden
Location
Boyden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1923
Page
3
A public health notice urges rural residents to adopt sanitary measures to curb 250,000 plus deaths and 4.5 million illnesses yearly from poor sanitation. It touts septic tanks vaults and protected water as affordable, offering free guidance from the Portland Cement Association in Chicago.
Thomas H. Quinn, an American Legion member and Faribault resident, became the United States youngest mayor after being elected in April 1921 at age 22. He was re-elected in 1923, later serving as president of the Southern Minnesota Baseball League and a director of the Minnesota Municipalities League while active in veterans affairs.
Information sent to all American Legion posts outlines payment of funeral expenses by the United States Veterans' Bureau for indigent veterans. A sum up to 100 dollars plus transportation costs within the continental United States is covered. burial in national cemeteries is possible on request. Proof of indigence and absence of funds or estate, plus no relatives offering support, is required.
An eight year old Bertie on the piazza explains the sounds inside the house are from his brother pulling down a jug of molasses and a man combing his hair for Sunday school, as neighbors react with alarm.
The American Legion Auxiliary unit in Seaside Oregon approved a $150 appropriation to support the local Boy Scout troop activity. They also donated a stand of national colors to the troops.
A summary notes the Kankakee Illinois post relief work aiding 250 transients last winter and preventing distress cases from hitting city charities. It details investigations thwarting 85 fraudulent enlistment attempts, care of disabled veterans, hospital visits, loans, sick care, and Christian burial.
Veterans in Oklahoma penal institutions will be interviewed by the Soldiers' Relief commission with focus on mentally abnormal cases. The effort follows a national American Legion recommendation to survey all states and aims to aid federal compensation and war risk insurance entitlements. Vocational training and libraries will aid rehabilitation, based on a Wisconsin survey showing high rates of mental abnormality among former service members.
Congress adjourned without passing a bill to allow captured and surrendered relics to be given to cities and towns. The distribution, costing an estimated 250000 dollars, would be allocated to states by their number of men in the armed forces. The bill will be reintroduced next session to permit final disposal and exhibition nationwide while the War department maintains 3,000,000 cannons machine guns rifles and other enemy equipment.
Patchogue city council approves a site in a memorial park for a new home for the American Legion post. The building may also house city administrative offices and will be erected jointly with the Legion.
Veterans in Harrison New York marshal a campaign led by the American Legion to raise fifteen thousand dollars for a memorial home. The building will honor soldiers of 1776 1812 1845 1861 1898 and 1917 and replicate Independence Hall’s design.
Advert shows Cuticura Soap Ointment and Talcum for itching baby rash with hot baths and gentle applications. Also notes public officials deserve encouragement for their duties and a light tone about married life reducing arguments.
Advertisement for Cole Company Rockford Illinois featuring Cole's Carboni salve advertised to stop burn or cut pain quickly and heal without scars sold in 30c and 60c sizes.
A phrenologist tells a boy he has a large bump of filial affection. The boy pleads not to press it, explaining it marks the time his father hit him on the head.
Advertises dyeing and tinting services for worn or faded clothing and drapery at 15 cents, promising fresh color for all fabrics. Highlights affordable option for restoring appearance and extending garment life.
Diamond Dyes claims guaranteed success for first time users with complete druggist stocked color options. Each package includes directions for home dyeing.
A classroom quip contrasts Venus de Milo and a lack of hands with a pun on giving out handouts. The exchange highlights a playful exchange between teacher and pupil about sculpture and classroom materials.
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