Christmas Ship Sails Supplying Warships in War Zone
The Glacier, Pacific fleet Christmas ship, sails from San Diego carrying a Christmas tree for every American warship on patrol in Central American and Mexican waters. Its holds contain 000 pounds of turkey 500 gallons of ice cream a half ton of mixed nuts and more than a ton of candy for distribution to crews as it travels toward Nicaragua.
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San Diego
Cal
Glacier
Pacific Fleet
Nicara“a
California Syrup of Figs Promoted for Children’s Bowel Relief
An old advertisement extols California Syrup of Figs as a gentle inside cleanse for children and adults, claiming it relieves clogged bowels and feverish fussiness. It warns to beware of counterfeit copies and directs buyers to ensure the bottle is produced by the California Fig Syrup Company.
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California
War activity Turkish campaign fails to materialize but roads do
A Rotterdam war correspondent reports that the Turkish bid for Egypt likely failed yet spurred Southern Palestine and Sinai growth. Railroads and highways knit Hebron Beersheba and El Awga, with artesian wells and new towns thriving around modern hospitals and factories.
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Egypt
Rotterdam
Palestine
Sinai Peninsula
Rotterdam Courant
Asia Minor
Holy Land
Desert
Sahara
Africa
Syria
Sinai
Jerusalem
Suez Canal
Hebron
Beersheba
El-Awga
Hedjas
Maan
Akaba
Haifa
Nazareth
Sinai Desert
Constantinople
Turkey
Europe
Feast of the Immaculate Conception Alters Friday Meat Rule
New York reports that Catholics worldwide are exempt from meat abstinence on Fridays when the Friday falls on the Holy Day of Obligation the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. The policy began under Pope Pius X and remains unchanged by the present pope.
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New York
Pius X
Bird Treaty Ratified Between Britain and United States
Ratifications exchanged at the State Department ratifying the August 16 treaty for protection of insectivorous birds on both sides of the Canadian boundary. Ambassador Spring-Rice and Secretary Lansing exchanged documents. It is reportedly the first treaty of this kind.
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Washington, D. C
Great Britain
United States
State Department
Spring-Rice
Lansing
Dress sale highlights newness and smartness in range
At original prices they were specially priced dresses not duplicable for less than a fourth more. The collection features day and evening dresses with reductions from never too high prices. Early shoppers gain more varied assortments on the third floor.
Novelty Jewelry 50c Special
A large assortment of pretty pieces in dainty boxes including hatpins harpins brooches earrings beauty pins pearls and crystal bead necklaces all priced at 50 cents first floor sale.
Hair ornaments Casque Combs 50 cents
An advertisement promotes Casque Combs in white with colored stones as fashionable hair ornaments of excellent quality offered for 50 cents on the first floor.
Royal Societs Sale Highlights on First Floor Deals
A promotional clipping notes regular price half offers on items from Royal Societs including box stationery at 50 cents, decorated cabinets, holiday perfume packages, chiffon guest bags, and manicure sets all on the first floor.
Bring the Children Saturday to Inspect The Shop of the Toys
We invite families to visit the Shop of the Toys this Saturday for a Christmas preview. The basement displays a practical and educational toy assortment for children of all ages with many items not to be duplicated later.
Japanese Kimonos Imported
Soft and dainty Japanese silks in true Japanese designs with embroidered and printed motifs Geisha Tokyo and Nippon styles priced from seven ninety five to thirty five dollars Third Floor.
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Tokyo
Nippon
Warm Bath Robes Feature Seasonal Gift Designs
Warm bath robes described as serviceable and desirable for winter use. They are made of warm blanket cloths in attractive designs and colors with prices ranging from 2.45 to 5.90 dollars and located on the third floor.
Angora Gift Accessories At Bargain Prices
Angora cap and scarf sets priced at 1.25 capture the warm appeal of wool. New neckwear on first floor 50 cents with organdie flannel and Georgette styles. Guest towel sets in gift boxes 1.19 on second floor, plus embroidered flannels for babies 1.19 to 1.69 per box.
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Ford
Central Tire Co. Ford
Main Ave
Travis
Wolfson’s
Cas
Wolfson
Japan
Secona
Saul
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!