American ships urged subsidy plan to grow merchant marine
Milton Bronner reports American shipping firms will press Congress to back a subsidy to develop a national merchant marine. The piece surveys international practice, noting Britain and England rely mainly on postal subsidies, while Japan and France show divergent results, with Japan cited as a successful subsidized model.
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Washington
Db. Co
Eritean
United Tes
England
Norway
Sweden
Denmark
Rance
Italy
Austria
Hungary
Spain
Japan
France
Great Britain
United States
South America
Jamaica
Carco
Germany
Levant
Lioydd
Jad Salts Kidney Remedy Ad Claims
An old medical advertisement touts Jad Salts as a remedy for backache from kidney trouble caused by uric acid in meat. It promises relief by flushing the kidneys, reducing bladder irritation, and preventing pain, with instructions to drink water and take Jad Salts daily.
Moral Standards Law Authority Blames Women
An 1880s era essay argues women bear major responsibility for sexual morals, blaming mothers for steering daughters toward immoral husbands. It contends both sexes shape standards, but women hold power to elevate conduct through expectations and guardianship.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promoted For Postflu Advice
In a period advertisement Hood's Sarsaparilla is touted as a remedy after influenza to rebuild blood strength and regulate bowels. It claims to expel poisons from weak blood causing pallor and anemia, with Hood's Pills recommended as a gentle cathartic suitable for women and men.
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Hood
Man Wears Pink Corsets to Bed in Domestic Scene
Chicago court records reveal Mrs. Michael Verhaag testifying that her 12 year old husband purchases and wears pink corsets and lace trimmed chemises, including wearing them to bed, prompting questioning by Judge Gemmill.
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Chicago
Michael Verhaaag
Michael
Michael Verhaag
Silk Hose Quality Promises Value in Men’s Stockings
The Phoenix Silk Hose assortment highlights full fashioned lisle soled silk hose priced at 1.50 in white, black, or gray and a heavy silk hose with lisle top priced 1.05. A navy blue and sand shade option is offered at 80 cents.
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Phoenix
Soldier Ellio Chooses Jail Over Release in Ludlow Street
New York February 14. James Ellio a member of the First Field Artillery who was court mar tialed and fined 25 dollars for dispersing a Bolshevist meeting at Madison Square Garden decided to stay in Ludlow Street Jail to serve his 25 day sentence. Sheriff Knott offered to obtain his release but Ellio prefers prison life with regular hours meals and checker games to finding work outside.
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New York
David H. Knott
James Elio
Flret Field Artillery
Ludlow St
Stall
Elio
Madison Square Garden
Ludlow
Jalil
Johnson
Ello
Knott
Knights of Columbus Plan Big Minstrel Show
A minstrel show under the Knights of Columbus will be staged February 19 and 20 in the auditorium at Harvard avenue and KE Union street. Fifty members have rehearsed. Leonard R. Savage leads the show with soloists James J. Hughes Frances Fletcher Gerald Madigan M. F. Gorman and Ben Klieke.
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Knights of Columbus
Harvard Ave
KE. Union St
Leonard R. Savage
James J. Hughes
Francia Fletcher
Gerald Madigan
M. F. Gorman
Ben Klieke
Personal Study Of Peace Delegates At The Conference
Edward M Thierry notes the varied looks and personalities at the peace conference. He describes hair, mustaches, turbans, and dress among key figures including Lloyd George Clemenceau and Prince Feisal, while detailing the red decor and seating arrangements at the green table. He recalls a bystander’s wonder at the historic setting.
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Paris
Lloyd George
Clemenceau
General Tasker H. Biles
Bonar Law
Great Britain
Henry White
Ted
Colonel House
S. F P. Sinha
India
Prince Feisal
Hedjaz
Wilson
Tre lee Mint Foot Remedy Delivers Quick Corn Relief
A testimonial extols Tee Mint as a miracle for corns and tired burning feet. The Japanese product is described as a pure white cream that draws out inflammation, loosens corns, and leaves a soothing sensation. Readers are urged to ask for Tee Mint at drug stores.
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George
trelee-Mint
Terday
The Largest Audience in the Northwest Reads Star Vant Ads
A Northwest newspaper characterizes a wide readership for Star Vant Ads, noting high circulation and broad community reach. The piece highlights advertisers tapping a strong, diverse audience across urban and rural areas, underscoring the campaign’s visibility and impact.
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Northwest
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