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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1919
Page
3
Public warning against counterfeit aspirin urging buyers to insist on Bayer Tablets of Aspirin with the Bayer Cross on package and tablets. Mentions recent Brooklyn case of teleum powder tablets Fraud warning notes Bayer made in America with directions for use and various dosage forms. Also includes a tongue in cheek line about an old man and a second child.
An advertisement argues a close stomach brain link, claiming acid stomach triggers headaches nervousness sleeplessness and mood disorders. It promotes Eaton ic tablets as fast relief for indigestion sour belching gas and a cool clean stomach, with praise from patients and a Michigan doctor.
The cold language of official records cannot conceal the thrill in every line of small stories of unusual heroism by American army members in France. They describe feats that earned the Distinguished Service Cross on General Pershing's recommendation, among thousands of brave acts.
John C. Latham Bergeart M G Co 107th Infantry is cited for conspicuous gallantry near Le Catelet France on September 23 1915. He and two comrades exposed themselves to intense fire to rescue a disabled American tank crew and later repelled enemy action carrying a hotchkiss gun to aid wounded, returning under darkness to safety. Home address Knotts View Windermere Westmoreland England.
Major Charles W Whittlesey 308th Infantry awarded a decoration for conspicuous gallantry near Blaireville Forest d Argonne October 27 1918. Cut off with 483 officers and men he held position five days under enemy pressure amid ration loss before a surrender offer was rejected. Private Syverson of Sixth Machine Gun Battalion U S M C earned the Distinguished Service Cross for heroism near St Etienne October 3 1918. Corporal Philip Vand Arden deceased earned decoration for bravely attacking Blanc Mont gun nests October 8 1918. killed advancing on a third nest two hours later.
Corporal Weeks of Company F, 118th Infantry, was decorated for extraordinary heroism in action near Belhearth France on September 30 and October 1. He advanced across open ground despite heavy fire, charged enemy positions, and captured a mine position, displaying conspicuous valor.
The report details Corporal Weeks handling a gun, silencing five enemy troops and stopping the sixth from escaping. His valiant action saved many comrades before he was fatally wounded during a later advance leading his men against an enemy machine gun nest. His home was Colleton, S.C.
First Lieutenant Frederick M. Linton of the 104th Infantry is cited for gallantry near Marcheville France on September 25 and 2. He volunteered to carry a message under heavy fire and returned with a platoon of reinforcements through a bombarded area. He resumed command to lead a counterattack recapturing Marcheville, was wounded, and retained position until he died from a second wound.
Private Willis P Snyder of Company D 150th M G B earned the Distinguished Service Cross for bravery near Reims France on July 15 1918. He single handedly defended a position after his detachment suffered casualties and later attempted to carry a wounded comrade back under fire until he was wounded. His mother Mrs Ret Snyder of 123 Cotton street Reading Pa is listed as next of kin.
Sergeant William Sawelson of Company M 312th Infantry from Harrison N J was killed October 26 1918 near Gram Pre France while aiding a wounded comrade under heavy machine gun fire. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his selfless water delivery and sacrifice.
A list of decorated soldiers including Private Spamanao of Company L 157th Infantry for actions near Montfaucon France October 25 1918. He single handedly captured a machine gun nest after neutralizing an enemy officer. Also cited are details of Sergeant Bogan awarded a Bar for heroism near Blanc Mont October 3 1918 and Corporal Pruitt of Ray Arizona for at Tigne Mont Ridge October 8 1918 who single handedly took two machine guns and forty prisoners before being killed. Mention of Karnes Knoxville Tennessee and family connections noted.
Important to all Women Readers of this Paper. A fragment discusses female health and a remedy, mentioning Dr. ihimer ce in Binghamton and a consumer notice urging purchase of medium large bottles at drag stores. The text includes an old asides about a singing girl and a mysterious voice.
The manuscript-promoted August Flower claims to ease constipation, intestinal troubles, liver issues, low spirits, and related symptoms with a few dusts as a gentle laxative. It also touts Cuticura products for itching and skincare, recommending routine use with soap and water for clear skin and soft hands.
A Surrey cow named Goundetene Gute hex Sant recovered a welding ring lost five or six years ago while feeding a raft. The ring was believed disappeared when the animal stepped on it. A local search by an Oxford Burch led to the discovery and purchase of the cow, which was then killed, and the ring returned to the owner in London.
A Richmond Times Dispatch item reports an American woman in Paris trying to get water and fries for her maid failed after several attempts. The maid misinterpreted phrases leading to confusion until a waiter named Thomas fetched water and a friend explained the French term for bread or bot.
Sarnrn boasted of his rings while Barth sneered that they are worthless without a circus. The exchange underscores competing egos and the performative bravado surrounding a high profile spectacle.
Its Kina asks who wound that chit up to say and pitch of crying. Noburt answers in a clipped exchange marked by frustration and confusion.
A vintage apothecary advertisement promotes a temperance tonic claimed to restore strength to worn women. It cites Dr. Pieron's prescription and urges readers to send for a trial package or request residential medical advice from Dr. Pieron's Invalides Hotel in Buffalo New York.
An imprecise ad describes Allen's Foot-Ease as a remedy for foot friction and discomfort. The text promotes sprinkling the powder in shoes to remove sting and friction and claims lasting comfort for walking and dancing.
The Indianapolis News reports on a worker who fled after two days at the minister's house describing the family's stinginess. The girl claims Brother S- controls meals and dictates how long others must wait for their turn at the table, fueling rumors and distress.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a devil to pay and a living thing tied to a sewies maninet. No clear persons places organizations or events are identifiable. The readable content implies a cryptic remark rather than a coherent news item.
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