Still Seized in Street Transit Case at Fourth and Holgate
Police arrested J Trolier aged 44 and another man 42 carrying a complete still in gunny sacks at Fourth and Holgate. Patrolmen C F Gray and E J of Georgetown precinct detained them Tuesday night. The still is held as evidence and the men face open charges with possible federal prosecution. The pair refused to name their destination. It is the first arrest here for a still transit.
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J. Trolier
Fourth 8
Holgate St
C.F. Gray
E. J
Georgetown Precinct
Federal
President Wilson Sends Four Veto Messages To Congress
Washington Feb 16 President Wilson returned four minor bills with messages of disapproval triggering astonishment in the House as the clerk read the veto messages all four bills were small measures not major legislation and many lawmakers expected more action.
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Wilson
Congress
House
Bonded Brandy Sells for Church Building Fund
A quart of bonded brandy brought $60 at a sale to aid the Endicott Orthodox Greek church building fund in Binghamton New York. Proceeds also included a case of grape juice and 400 pounds of sugar as gifts. American jewelry has gained demand in the Orient.
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Binghampton
N. Y
Orthodox Greek Church of
Tanlac helps Seattle woman in testimonial ad
Mrs John Robins of 5548 Eighteenth Ave Seattle says Tanlac cured her year long stomach disorder and rheumatism. She describes relief from indigestion headaches dizziness sleepless nights and fatigue gaining weight and strength and now recommends Tanlac to friends. Bartell Drug Stores sell Tanlac.
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Seattle
Tanlac
John Robins
Eighteenth Ave
Bartell Drug Stores
Don’t You Know It Cannot Be Done
An advertisement argues rheumatism is deep seated and not cured by liniments. It promotes S. S. S. as a blood remedy that purports to kill the disease germs and reach the bloodstream, urging readers to write for medical literature and advice from the Atlanta lab.
Railroads urged to seek higher rates not wage cuts
Chicago reports rail workers' representative R P Curtin urged the Interstate Commerce Commission to raise rates rather than cut wages. He rebutted Atlanta Birmingham & Atlantic president HB Keys, who cited wage agreements as hindering dividends and development. The case tests the balance between employee pay and carrier finances.
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Chicago
Interstate Commerce Commission
R. P. Curtin
United States Railway Labor Board
Curtin
Atlanta
Birmingham & Atlantic Road
Curtis
HB. L. Keys
Grave Uncovered in Chicago Garden of Aged Woman
Police recovered the body of Nancy Chamberlain, 91, from a garden behind her former studio. Her daughter Ruth Townsend and granddaughter Miriam Townsend confessed, saying they buried her last June because of poverty. The trio, members of occult groups, claimed she died naturally.
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Chicago
Nancy Chamberlain
Artists’ Colony
Ruth Townsend
Miriam M. Townsend
Mrs. Chamberlain
San Francisco Knows No Other Way
In Seattle Title Insurance is furnished by a local firm noted for quick closing and clear policies. The line hints at a regional practice where Seattle providers align with national title standards and emphasize reliability.
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Seattle
Alkali in Shampoos Harm Hair Says Ad
An advertisement warns that alkali in meat soaps and prepared sham poos dries scalp and makes hair brittle. It promotes Malsified cocoanut oil shampoo as pure grease free and inexpensive, claiming it rinses easily and leaves hair soft and glossy. The ad urges purchase at a drug store.
Wilson’s Cabinet Meeting Marks First in 18 Months
President Wilson presided over a cabinet gathering in the executive offices for the first time in a year and a half. He arrived with a cane at 4:20 PM, spoke briefly to end the session, and photographers captured the final official portraits of his cabinet.
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Washington
Wilson
Patrolman Fires on Loiterer in Alley
Patrolman Alex Dixon fired twice at a suspicious loiterer in an alley between Columbia and Cherry streets and Sixth and Seventh avenues at 3 a m Wednesday. None of the shots hit the target, who escaped after spotting the officer’s shield.
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Alex Dixon
Columbia
Cherry Sts
Sixth
Seventh Aves
Dixon
Windshield Swiper Strikes Judge’s Car
John B. Gordon a police court judge reports his auto windshield was stolen while parked before the Bungalow Theatre restaurant. The incident was filed with Sergt W Whitzke of the pawnshop division on Wednesday.
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John B. Gordon
Bungalow Theatre
Sergt. W. Whitzke
Mentho Sulphur Clears Pimples Quickest
A noted skin specialist says breaking out on the face neck arms or body is best treated with Mentho Sulphur. Pimples dry up and disappear with its use, and it is described as harmless and inexpensive. Ask a druggist for Mentho Sulphur.
Cascarets Advertise Digestive Relief for All Ages
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as a liver and bowel aid. It promises relief from bilious feeling and a bad mood, claiming quick wakefulness and cheer. It notes price points of 10 25 and 50 cents and appeals to children.
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Cascareta
Home remedy promises relief for catarrh deafness
An old advertising notice promotes a home treatment for catarrhal deafness and head noises using Parmint double strength mixed with hot water and sugar. It claims rapid improvement by clearing Eustachian tube inflammation and balancing middle ear pressure and urges sufferers to share the formula with others who may be helped.
Red Pepper Rub Quick Relief for Painful Aches
An advertisement touts Bowles Red Pepper Rub as the fastest, most penetrating heat for rheumatism lumbago neuritis backache and sore muscles. It claims instant tingling warmth within minutes and blood flow relief, useful for chest colds as well, urging readers to buy at drug stores.
Congress Actions Across Committees Today
The military affairs committee weighs an loans bill while the army appropriation bill is under review. The manufactures committee proceeds with coal hearings. The House Appropriations Committee opens hearings on the Muscle Shoals nitrate plant project. Foreign affairs panels study Russian trade and economic conditions. The Interstate Commerce Commission reviews a war risk insurance act amendment. The Ways and Means Committee continues tariff administration discussions. The Shipping Board investigation panel holds hearings and fortifications appropriation one bill is under consideration.
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Eign
Army
Military Affairs Committee
Manufactures
Appropriations Committee
Muscle Shoals
Bilt Foreign Affaires
Interstate Commerce Commission
Ways and Meane
Shippin Board Investigation
Insect Invader Woglumi Threatens Citrus Crops
Government officials warn of a potential invasion from Aleurocanthus Woglumi that has spread from India to Cuba and Central America. Entomologists describe the small black fly as devastating to citrus orchards and controllable by soap emulsion, though its advance alarms the United States.
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Washington
America
India
Cuba
Central America
Favorite Prescription Promises Health for Women
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a timeless remedy for feminine health. It claims ingredients unchanged for fifty years, alcohol free, and urges druggists to recommend it for beauty tied to health. A testimonial from Mrs. A. B. Lawrence praises relief from inflammation and right side pains.
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Doctor Pierce
Dr. Pierce
East
Oakland
Cal
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