Reformer Devotes Life to Sanitation Efforts
A reformer who dedicates his career solely to sanitation is considered a valuable public servant.
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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1922
Page
6
A reformer who dedicates his career solely to sanitation is considered a valuable public servant.
Mrs. Chas. McCoskey vouches that Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription tones the nervous, run-down system after trying other medicines. The ad urges readers to obtain tablets or liquid from local druggists or request free medical advice from Dr. Pierce in Buffalo, N Y.
Rome reports Pope Benedict XV died after a brief illness from double pneumonia following a cold. Cardinals, prelates, monks and nuns gathered at the Vatican as four physicians attempted to sustain him. The pontiff requested the last sacraments and was surrounded by prayers from across Rome.
Pope Benedict XV rose to the papacy on September 6 1914 less than six months after becoming a cardinal. Born November 21 1854 near Genoa he pursued church studies in Italy and served as secretary in Madrid before archbishop of Bologna and cardinal. He urged peace during World War I appealing for truces and negotiations and corresponded with President Wilson. he welcomed Wilson's 1917 peace note but the U.S. entered the war. He spoke for weaker nations during the 1919 peace conference and supported a settlement of the Irish question toward resolution.
A witty exchange notes a husband receives the same necktie each Christmas since it remains unworn. The gag highlights thrifty gifts and humor around recurring presents.
A brief exchange shows Becker asking how to reduce undersea tonnage and clarifying the weight of fish as a measure. The fragment hints at a discussion on maritime weights and peaceful aims.
At a church social, men trimmed antique hats with needlework while women blackened a pair of boots each for a man. Some women dodged doing two shoes, turning polishing into a lighthearted display of skill and humor. January Designer notes the playful scene.
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