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Newspaper
Spring Valley Gazette
Location
Spring Valley, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1920
Page
6
The notice states a publication in Spring Valley Illinois for one year paid in advance. It is entered at the Post Office as second class mail and relates to the local newspaper distribution.
The essay discusses Henry Ford as the best advertised man in the United States. It argues his claim that the war is over and materials hoarding is misread, while his price cuts to prewar figures may influence buyers and possibly trigger a broader auto price decline or trap Ford if it fails.
The writer urges stiff penalties for DUI including a $1,000 fine and car revocation until sobriety is proven. They argue current statutes may be weak and advocate stronger laws to deter intoxicated driving and protect the public from deaths and property damage.
The French presidency shifts as M. Millerand becomes premier replacing Deschanel. Deschanel’s controversial rise and later death by a fall from a moving train sparked global reactions and public speculation amid France’s rebuilding efforts.
The senate barred reference to the incident as the ailing president resigned. M. Millerand is chosen to succeed him, while Clemenceau, famed as the Tiger, is praised for stepping in during the nation’s peril against Germany.
The defeat of John J. Esch of Wisconsin and A J Volstead of Minnesota in their party primaries marks a setback for leaders behind major laws Cummins-Esch rail bill and Volstead Act. Esch fell to a La Follette faction challenger. Volstead lost renomination to a reform wing candidate.
G W Patterson of Metamora Illinois credits a friend with recommending Dreco restoring his health after years of rheumatism and kidney trouble. He reports relief from pain improved sleep steady nerves and renewed energy and urges others with rheumatism to try Dreco. Dreco is now sold by Spring Valley Drug Co.
An advertisement for RAT-SNAP rodent killer promises no smell after use and that cats or dogs won’t touch it. It advertises price tiers 35c 65c and $1.25 with sizes for pantry cellars chicken houses and larger buildings, sold by Fehr and omning and Thompson Drug Co.
The Illinois Valley Division of the State Teachers Association meets in Rock Island on Friday October 15. Speakers include Ruth Mary Weeks Robert G Cousins Harold G Kessinger B B Bryan and Frank G Schultz. Bureau County teachers urged to enroll with a $1 fee to F A Bell and attend the one day event.
James McGuire of New Jersey touts RAT SNAP as a pest control solution for farmers. He says a $1.25 cake eliminates rats, saving the cost of a hog, noting cats and dogs won’t touch it and that three sizes are available. Sold by Fehr and Cumming and Thompson Drug Co.
The Hen Herder complains about Old Stupid’s Prize Book of the Universe found in the neighbor’s garden. Neighbors clash over chickens and a promised platter at Sunday dinner.
An advertisement promotes RAT SNAP rodent killer with no mice claims. It lists 35 cent cake for home use and 65 cent two cake size for larger areas. A refund promise is stated and it mentions Thompson Drug Co. as seller.
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