Junk War Turns Waste Into Wealth In World Crisis
A wartime piece argues economies in scrap and by products fuel industry yields. It highlights coal tar by products worth hundreds of millions, reclaimed metals, rags, flax straw, and cotton waste driving new materials, with officials and experts urging reuse to aid war production.
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St. Louis
Post- Dievaten
Jermany
Germany
Waste Trade Journal
Crucible Steel Company
England
Department of Agriculture
Tony
Arthur D. Little
United States Chamber of Commerce
Pennsylvania
Mr. Little
Pacific
Junkman
M. D. Movin Day Nickname From City Tale
Two young men ride a Central avenue car and joke about initials M. D. Movin Day. They recall a monthly move nicknamed Movin Day from months before, a lighthearted slang anecdote from the Indianapolis News.
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Central Avenue
M. D
Indianapolis News
Kline Hopilepsy Medicine Ad Promotes Quick Relief
An advertisement for Dr Kline’s Hopilepsy Medicine claims fifty years of uninterrupted success with a free trial bottle offered. The ad targets epilepsy and falling sickness with bold promises and a mass marketing approach.
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Dr. Kline
Colipany
Red Bank
N. J
Adv
Castoria Safety Ad Emphasizes TF Signature
In a vintage advertisement aimed at mothers the Castoria remedy for infants and children is urged to be inspected for safety and the TF signature. The notice claims use for over 30 years and appeals to parents with the line Children Cry for Fletcher's Castoria.
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Fletcher
Mirror Shame and a Pocketful of Cash
A pastor reproves Mr. Frontpew for leaving a liquor saloon, claiming surprise at the visit. He stammers that he entered only to check for a nose smudge in a mirror, while the line hints some men enjoy a risky time on small funds.
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Frontpew
Mr. Frontpew
Not Always in Luck Says Man with Three Wives
A remark about luck and a man who received nine years in prison for having three wives is referenced, illustrating a moral or social caution. The line suggests consequences tied to polygamy and fate within a historical context.
Pro Bono Publico stance noted in Richmond piece
A brief item from the Richmond Times Dispatch records a quoted exchange about political alignment, with the speaker clarifying they serve the public interest rather than taking sides. The note emphasizes a nonpartisan approach and civic duty.
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Richmond Times-Dispatch
A Famous Physician Announces Anuric as Uric Acid Solvent
Dr. Pierce of the Invalids Hotel and Surgical Institute in Buffalo presents Anuric as a powerful remedy for symptoms of inflammation and uric acid buildup. The ad claims rapid relief from scalding urine, back ache, and swelling, with benefits to kidney function and blood purification. A 60 cent package is offered, with a trial pill sent for 10 cents.
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Invalids’ Hotel and Surgical Institute
Buffalo
N. Y
Pierce
Dr. Pierce
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