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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1917
Page
2
A fragmented promotional passage suggests using Pape's Diapepsia to ease indigestion and stomach discomfort. The informal tone hints at a consumer ad discussing fast relief and staying confident while enjoying favorite foods. It references a memorandum book as a handy aid.
A Cincinnati authority says corns lift out with the fingers when a few drops of freesone are applied. The simple treatment costs little and does not inflame or irritate the skin. A pharmacist can supply a small bottle from the wholesale drug house.
A guarantee of proper treatment is promised to ensure care in illness and to provide benefits. The statement emphasizes safeguarding access to medical services and related support for those affected.
The lower house amended a corporate bill to allow eminent domain for toll road projects from Omaha to Giscoin and to enable construction of stations and shops. The workmen's compensation bill H R 625, amended to include provisions from BR 44 and HR 182, offers six months to decide on compensation, raises disability benefits, shortens the minor injury waiting period, and bars wage deductions by employers.
The Nebraska House approved the Prohibition bill by ninety votes with the emergency clause amid absences and abstentions. Some members, including Koch, Behrens, and Cronin, did not vote or respond as roll calls continued. Other actions included discussion of a capitsl commission, state finances, and taxation measures, with figures on bond investments surpassing ten million dollars and a February cash balance of 1.302 million.
An advertisement promotes California Syrup of Figs as a mild yet effective laxative for children. It claims the product cleanses the liver and bowels, citing mothers’ preference for its pleasant taste and harmless nature. The copy urges asking for a 50 cent bottle with directions for babies, children, and adults.
Marcy the highest peak in the Empire State was named in honor of Governor William L Marcy. Its native name is Tahawas meaning he splits the sky.
An old time drugstore pitch urges readers to obtain Swamp Root for relief and to start treatment immediately. It mentions testing a sentence sample and offers a sample bottle by writing to a New York address. The ad uses generic medical claims and directs购买.
The Philadelphia Ledger notes American efforts in global trade and influence, including lighting the president’s office via indirect electricity, sending the first motor truck to northern Honduras, a Boston firm’s use of American mails by a New York factory, and Russian railroad intern contracts. It highlights parcel post to San Francisco and Brookfield Virginia’s claim of the state’s first organized library amid calls to end quarrels with decisive action.
Railroad managers and four trainmen brotherhoods hold talks on the eight hour work day amid rumors of a country wide strike to begin Saturday night and potentially tie up networks by the following Wednesday. Sources say union leaders waited for Adamson law ruling before acting.
Washington reports that despite conference efforts the House fight for leadership remains unsettled. Republicans shift strategy as vacancies and special elections loom, with Mann departing after stating he would not back trading for party control and sees bipartisan organization as not improbable.
Matthew Hale says progressives must unite liberal elements from all parties to form a powerful force for good government. He calls a St. Louis convention for enrolled members on April 12 to 14 to discuss plans with prohibitionists socialists and other party representatives. One hundred injured in Newcastle Indiana tornado. at least seventeen dead and damage near one million dollars as 100 homes are leveled. The storm damaged or leveled two blocks wide through the city.
The Omaha market records a historic price as cash wheat hits two dollars, marking the first time the commodity reaches this level and signaling a historic milestone for farmers and traders.
The flying lemur of the Indian archipelago uses a membrane between limbs as a parachute, leaping up to 300 feet. In another item, a humorous exchange shows Clara noting her brother writes poetry then makes gifts, while Dora suspects a recipe clipping habit and earnest behavior.
A Chicago Tribune item recalls a delivery boy who is followed on Saturdays by his younger twin-like brother. When the younger was absent, the older boy delivered and five year old Marian asked if the elder had grown up, a puzzled remark capturing childlike humor.
Few mothers realize how many dishes can be prepared with Skinner's Macaroni. Skinner Mfg Co has prepared a beautiful cook book showing a hundred different serving ideas. Write Skinner Mfg Co Omaha Neb for a free copy. All good grocers sell Skinners Macaroni and Spaghetti.
A New York University freshman recalls his first view of the city beginning with the line about skyscrapers crossing the Hudson on a ferry. The piece reflects EB. E. Slosson as printed in the New York Independent.
Advice urges optimism while cautions investors to evaluate both positives and negatives before putting money into ventures. It emphasizes balanced judgment and avoiding rash decisions in financial choices.
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