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Newspaper
Spring Valley Gazette
Location
Spring Valley, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1920
Page
7
Sprag Valley subscribers flood operators with strange questions and weather slips while seeking long distance lines and everyday services. The central exchange notes repeated patterns, from cat on poles to timing bank closures, car schedules, and fire questions, highlighting public notion of an information line.
Mrs. Mary Spear of Bloomington Illinois aged 71 describes Dreco easing her rheumatism reducing night time kidney calls and dizziness. She says the remedy steadies her nerves improves sleep and digestion and she will continue to praise Dreco as druggists now market Dreep and Spring Valley Drug Co spreads its sale.
A Chicago reader reports using RAT-SNAP from Youell's Exterminator Co. in Westfield New Jersey to tackle a rat infestation. A letter notes fast results after moving from Pennsylvania. Available in 3 sizes 35c 65c and $1.25, sold by Fehr and Cumming and Thompson Drugo.
The Home Service section of the Red Cross assists nearly a million veterans and dependents with financial aid back pay allotments and compensation. It handles 1500 to 2000 cases per month per state, aids families including destitute spouses, and helps secure pensions and housing. It also supports veterans with tuberculosis shell shock and mental health cases and assists in military funeral arrangements where families cannot pay.
DeLancey Vane, a bachelor lecturer, despises girls but longs for companionship. He unexpectedly meets Patricia Powers while retrieving a dog for Sue, and his cold demeanor softens as he offers her a ride toward Park Heights, hinting at a growing interest.
General John J. Pershing pledges hearty support to the American Red Cross. He notes its wartime achievements and ongoing humanitarian work in army camps and for ex service men, urging loyal cooperation and recognizing its value as a peacetime organization.
The November 1920 Teachers' Examination moves to Friday and Saturday November 12 and 13 due to a national holiday. Applicants should file on blanks from the office and report by 8 30 Friday morning. county supt smith explains standardized tests aid instruction and classification, with aims toward better pupil outcomes and teacher evaluation. The first Bi Monthly Test will be given around November 10 with questions mailed to teachers.
Wanted advertisement claims Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea cures pimples headaches sour stomach bad breath constipation and irritability. Thousands of women allegedly recommend it with guaranteed results. Thompson Drug Co.
An advertisement seeks a male or female agent in Spring Valley for J R Watkins Company. Promises nationwide recognition and large profits. contact Watkins at 57 Winona Minnesota.
Farmer P LaDuke reports rats bored through zinc bins causing $18 loss before using Rat Snaps. He notes the product killed many rats and even a collie dog avoids it. Available in 35¢ 65¢ and $1.25 sizes. Sold and guaranteed by Fehr and Cummng and Thompson Drug Co.
When a town in the British Isles changes its water source tea blenders test samples to craft a blend tailored to that water. The process ensures the tea’s flavor remains consistent despite altered water chemistry.
On her wedding day every woman expects life to be a grand song but later raising twins makes the tune harder. The fragment notes a humorous reflection on marriage and parenting with a quoted wry twist.
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