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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1919
Page
8
A reader argues against a $5,000 annual pension for Mrs. Roosevelt, urging memorial support for veterans instead. The letter critiques government spending, links to Bolshevism fears, and reflects on marriage and personal hardship.
The writer notes frequent divorce coverage and argues marriages fail for many reasons. They compare old and new times, saying people stayed together for children yet many still suffer. The piece reflects on mutual heartbreak and the persistence of relationship strain.
Mrs Alma Commers of Lakewood Washington says Tanlac cured her stomach pain, weight loss, headaches, gas and insomnia. Her husband JJ Commers, a lumberman, also gained weight and strength after three bottles. They praise Tanlac as the best medicine in the world. Sold in Seattle by Bartell Drug Stores under a Tanlac representative.
A reader argues against the idea that marrying returning soldiers is a civic duty. She states many soldiers were unworthy, and questions why women should feel obliged to wed those who have served abroad. The letter ends with the writer acknowledging a personal dilemma about a boyfriend overseas.
A war bride recounts her husband Bob’s shock after shellfire alters his memory. Dr Certeis warns Bob now remembers Jane Adams but forgets his wife, suggesting he may never recover his former bond. The wife’s fear grows as the family moves Bob’s room back to its college era, awaiting an unclear future.
An antique advertisement promises quick relief for sore feet with Tiz. It touts removing corns callouses bunions and raw spots and claims immediate comfort and reduced shoe tightness. A 25 cent box is sold at druggists or department stores with a year long guarantee or money back.
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