Local writer's play and films feature at Strand and other theaters
Scene from The Man From Funeral Range screens at Strand with Wally Reid and Anna Littl, written by Ernest Wilkes of Seattle. Reports of Crooked Legal Work Exposed and other film notes mention Priscilla Dean engagement rumors denied, Pals First at Mission, Toby adapted as One Dollar Bid, Norma Talmadge in The Forbidden City at Coliseum, plus The Border Wireless and more with gun work and drama in early showings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Strand
Wally Reid
Anna Littl
Ernest Wilkes
Seattle
Wallace Reid
Seenes
Norma Talmadge
Forbidden City
Adier-i-ka Promises Quick Relief for Digestive Ailments
A testimonial from FE H Beeman of Calispell Washington praises Adier-i-ka for curing constipation and bowel trouble after twelve hours. The ad claims the product expels gas and foul matter from the entire alimentary canal, prevents appendicitis, and notes the mixture includes buckthorn cascara glycerine and nine other drugs sold by Swift Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FE. H. Beeman
Swift Drug Co
Relief For Pain Promises Fast Quiet Relief
A popular external pain reliever touts quick action on rheumatic aches stiffness and neuralgic pains. Easy to apply without rubbing it penetrates fast and leaves a refreshing feel. Available at drug stores in 30c 60c and 1.20 large bottle size for economy.
Col Wm Davis of Camp Lewis Killed in Action
Col William B Davis commander of the 361st regiment 91st division was killed in action on November 1 telegram from the war department confirmed the loss. His son Lieut Frank Davis graduated from West Point the same day his father died. Davis had many friends in Tacoma and the 361st was composed largely of Seattle Spokane Tacoma and Washington state men.
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Tacoma
Wm. Br. Davis
Mra. Davis
War Department
Frank Davis
West Point
Davis
Seattle
Spokane
Washington State
The Herder Wireless and Other Silent Film Notes
Notable screen listings include William Hart in The Herder Wireless at Likenty, J Warren Kerrigan in Ohne Deller Did at Clemm er Coliseum, Mermea Talmadge in The Forbidden City at Coliseum, Fairbanks in The Lamb at Ken-Dewg, Maret Lockwood in Pals Priest at Mission, Elleabeth Miedon in Mother at Colonial and Claire Andersen in The Toreau Parasol at Class A.
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Likenty
William
Hart
Herder Wireless
Clemmer
J. Warren Kerrigan
Ohne Deller
Coliseum
Mermea Talmadge
Ken—Dewg Fairbanks
the Lamb
Strand
Wallace Eld
the Man
Prom Panerel Mange
Mission
Maret Lockwood
Pals Piest
Elleabeth Miedon
Claire Andersen
Douglas Fairbanks Stuns Rex with Daring Screen Stunts
The Rex screens Douglas Fairbanks performing perilous feats including a wolf battle and a dozen armed Indians stunt scene accompanied by a thrilling airplane flight. Fatty Arbuckle appears as a guest at At the Waiter's Pall.
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Douglas Fairbanks
Rex
Fatty Arbuckle
Railroad Heroes of the War Effort Honored
The text praises United States railroads and their officers and employees for delivering essential transportation during the war. It commends their loyalty and duty, stating their work supported Allied victories and the defeat of military despotism for all time.
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United States
America
Gratitude For Freedom Earnest Message Of Thanks
A war time note expresses gratefulness for victory in the fight against autocracy. It emphasizes the cost of freedom, the precious hours ahead, and a resolute future for humanity, thanking those who contributed to the cause and the strength that secured success.
War Gardens Earned Nation High Food Victory
The nation owes much to the men women and children who patriotically toiled in the 5 285 000 American war gardens during the food production seasons of a year. They produced food worth 525 000 000 dollars contributing a substantial share to the victory for the United States and its allies.
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United States
Gratitude to American Coal Miners in War Effort
The speech praises American coal miners for their vital role in supplying coal for the war effort and expresses nationwide gratitude. It notes the cessation of hostilities in Europe as cause for immense rejoicing and acknowledges the miners' faithful, unremitting work.
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Europe
Clear skin promise from Zemo remedy ad
An advertisement touts Zemo from the E. W. Rose Co of Cleveland Ohio as a clear skin solution. It claims to remove pimples blackheads blotches eczema and ring worm with a clean penetrating antiseptic liquid available at drug stores for 35 cents or a dollar for a large bottle.
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E. W. Rose Co
Cleveland, O
Thanksgiving Tribute to Red Cross Mercy Workers
The piece thanks Red Cross workers and nurses for their wartime service and calls Americans to renew dedication to humanitarian work. It notes gratitude for the war's end and liberty while urging continued commitment to those in need and the spirit of Thanksgiving.
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Red Cross
America
Miseries of the Stomach Relief from Indigestion in Two Minutes
The advertisement offers a One Dollar box of JoJo stomach preparation for 30 days on approval. It promises almost instant relief from gas sour stomach belching and abdominal fullness after undigested food, with a 90 day trial and option to return unused portions or pay One Dollar. Bellingham Chemical Co., 1156 Holly Street, Bellingham, Washington.
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JoJo
Bellingham Chemical Co
Holly Street
Bellingham
McAdoo Resigns Over Pay. Bee Hue Hints at Change
The text notes McAdoo quitting his job amid claims the pay was small. It references political timing with elections two years away and mentions Pershing and Mae in a fragmented, period voice. The Florence Upstair Stole location is cited as a shopping reference in the closing line.
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McAdoo
Vriend
Thanks to Food Conservers by Herbert Hoover
United States Food Administrator urges Thanksgiving as gratitude for abundance. He recalls colonial beginnings and warns of European famine and war aftermath. He calls for sharing food with the hungry in Europe and reflects on the nation’s plenty. A Vernal Utah bank building is noted for government brick deliveries via mail service.
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Herbert Hoover
United States
Europe
America
Vernal
Utah
Merry Widow Finds Relief After Illness
After nine years of widowhood and illness including typhoid, a woman credits Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for restoring regular bowels and overall health. The ad claims the preparation clears intestinal mucus and inflammation, aiding stomach liver and intestinal ailments including appendicitis with a money back guarantee and availability at Dartell's Drug Stores.
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Mayr
Dartell
Her Son Killed Soldier's Face Seen by Mother at Film
Mrs. Caroline Hansen watched a war weekly film about her soldier son who died in France. At Spokane's Salvation Army hut he smiled in doughnut scenes and appeared again when portions of the film were shown multiple times in the day.
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Spokane
Salvation Army
France
Caroline Hansen
Independents Forming To Battle U. S. Steel
News from New York reports independents in the steel trade forming a coalition to challenge United States Steel in foreign markets. About twenty five firms plan to pool interests and deploy agents to Europe to win contracts, though not all signatories have joined yet.
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New York
United States Steel Corporation
Europe
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Reimstone Comedy
Wurlitzer
Kentucky
Acons Russian Orchestra
William Tel
Roweini
Carl Bohm
War Review
Fes
Schoonmaker Optical Co
Preat Ave
Bleck South Publice Market
Talmadge
Pacific Coast Company
Alaskan
California
Priscilla
Priscilla Dean
Faddie Rickenbacher
Miss Dean
Liberty
Till Hart
Minera of
Colorado
Arizona
Toby
Credo Harris
Pain
Sloan
Dr. Edwards
Jack Abbe
Wano
Gow
Rd and Pike
Col. Wm. Davis
Camp Lewis
Doug
Wild Wolf
Woodrow Wilson
Joice
Newton D. Baker
States Secretary of War
Charles M. Schwab
U. 8S
Emergency Fleet Corporation
Ueir Ahare
William G. McAdoo
United States Railroad
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Gardeners
Charles Lathrop
National War Garden
EF. DE Cartier
Belgium
R Borden
Jnalet
Porden
Borden
Harry A. Garfield
Henry P. Davidson
Red Cross War Council
Pershing Roeee
Mae
Florence
Union
Slate
Hoyt
Neal Crean
Hoyt’s
Fou
U. S. Steel
Me Grote
Brunswick
Grote-Rankin
Splendid
the Symonds Shoe CO
Third Ave
Pine
Columbia
Second Avenue
Union Street
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