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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1916
Page
2
Health notes emphasize kidney function's central role in recovery from illness. Dr Kilmer Swamp Root is promoted as a successful herbal kidney remedy sold in two bottle sizes with a sample offer of ten cents through Dr Elmer & Co.
The Kent education committee again releases children twelve years and older from school to work in agriculture during summer. Children twelve and up may also be released for home duties if this allows mothers to work in agriculture.
The ad promotes Cuticura Ointment for fiery red pimples on the finger tip with a five to ten minute application followed by washing with Cuticura Soap and hot water. It claims no irritation and asserts Cuticura suits all skin troubles from infancy to old age. Free sample by mail with a book via Cuticura Dept. L Boston. Sold everywhere.
An Austrian scientist in Graz claims to extract albumen from bullock, sheep, and pig blood to produce haematalb a coarse yellow powder with no detectable origin taste or smell. The process is used in German and Austrian abattoirs and in central empire hospitals as a substitute for eggs. It dissolves in water and can be used for pastry and other dishes.
A Cape Town barber grants free haircuts and shaves to Sir Leander Starr Jameson a long while after Doctor Jim once saved the barber’s wife. The grateful husband offered lifetime service in return, and whenever Jameson visits Cape Town the barber keeps the bargain.
A brief exchange explores why a dog licks a hand. The dog’s action is framed as seeking or receiving human approval and affection, presenting a light domestic vignette.
More than 7,000 men in Paris suffer blindness from war injuries. The article describes their rehabilitation efforts and challenges in adjusting to civilian life and finding support services.
An Illinois woman credits Postum with improving kidney and bowel action, heart steadiness, and mental endurance after twenty years of coffee use. She reports renewed energy for hard mental labor and less fatigue, praising Postum Cereal and Instant Postum as tasty, affordable coffee substitutes.
A recent draft proposes mandatory free textbooks for all Ohio schools, covering elementary to high school. The plan, led by C B Groninger and others, would require voter approval, take effect Aug 1 1917, and be administered by state officials with no salaries.
Ohio state wide drive targets factory foremen who extract fees from workers for jobs. Fred C. Crox ton, chief mediator of the state industrial commission, announces the plan. Frank Madryszewski, once a foreman at a local auto plant, was convicted in police court and fined 100 dollars plus costs.
Columbus report shows revenues of 3,249,017 with expenses of 2,181,552. Net earnings reach 515,007 after fixed charges 552,458. Preferred dividends 313,056 reduce surplus to 201,952. Depreciation charged off. multiple betterments and extensions planned statewide.
Richard Gilson, whose term would end August 20, has sent his resignation with effect April 22. H. H. McFadden, an editor, will succeed him after the Post Office Department forced Gilson to quit due to his candidacy for sheriff and political activity.
Mrs. Louise M. Mittendorf, new superintendent, states Dayton will be the only male staffer at the Marysville Reformatory for Women. A film man and her husband will serve as caretaker and steward, while all other positions will be filled by women.
In Youngstown Ohio the January 7 Hast riots caused property losses estimated at 628139.48 dollars. Deputy State Fire Marshal Naum notes 493768 dollars of losses were insured but riot clauses bar collection. State legislature aid will be sought to recover damages.
The Veterinary Bureau of the State Board of Agriculture reports high tuberculosis rates in Ohio dairy cattle. About 12 percent tested positive while 300 head were condemned from 40 herds. Legislation gaps delayed funding. owners agreed to cover half the cattle value as tests proceed.
In Columbus Ohio operators say coal prices will go up to cover the wage increases in the interstate agreement adopted in New York last week by the joint conference of operators and United States Mine Workers officials. The Hocking Valley Coal Operators' Association discussed the price rise and indicated miners are likely to ratify the new scale effective April 1.
Youngstown firemen donated to a common fund to purchase old Colonel the horse that served 14 years with the department. After being sold during motorization and later found by humane society agents, the owner was arrested for cruelty. Colonel will live out his days on a country farm in greener pastures.
A group of eastern capitalists plans a $6,000,000 munitions factory in Cleveland to produce rifles and shells. The proposed plant would cover about 100 acres and employ 15,000 workers, with a target of filling a 2,000,000 rifle order.
In Cleveland Ohio a northbound car derailed a switch and collided head on with a southbound car on the Fifty-fifth street line near Lexington avenue. Both trains were at high speed and wrecked. Six injured were rushed to hospitals. none fatally hurt.
Cincinnati notice: Elizabeth Adamson appointed resident physician at the state insane asylum in Athens. Marion: Deputy Gene Warden Neimeyer halts fox hunt from Bucyrus and Upper Sandusky towns saying the season is not open. Hamilton: John J. Reeder donates Reeder property to Muskingum College with $2,000 annuity to his wife and heirs. value $35,000. Dayton: old post office to be sold by April 15 by bid with mail bids and deferred payment plan requiring one fourth down.
Mayor Laub said a plan would prioritize small consumer needs over factory requirements as Akron meets an emergency when the Kent water plant cannot supply enough water to meet demand.
Senator La Follette introduced a resolution approving President Wilsons punitive expedition to Mexico and the Senate adopted it without opposition. The measure affirms the sole aim to pursue and punish the armed band across the border while not intruding on Mexican sovereignty. Wilson expressed appreciation through the White House.
Secretary Lansing stated the United States will keep military actions confined to the declared objectives and will not infringe on Mexican sovereignty or intervene in internal affairs. The U S granted Carranza troops cross border pursuit of armed bands under a reciprocal agreement, delivered to ambassador Eliseo Arredondo.
German troops push west of Corbeaux wood and the LeMort Homme height, reportedly seizing over 1,000 prisoners and many unwounded. Silesian forces advance on the Verdun front as French losses are described as heavy. Paris reports a Champagne attack by French forces taking a trench south of St Scaplet and capturing prisoners, with grenadier skirmishes near Fort Vaux.
Senator Benjamin J F Shively of Indiana died at Providence hospital in Washington after months of illness. He was painted as sworn in last fall but bedbound since. his death prompted the Senate to adjourn in respect. Born March 20 1857 in St Joseph County Indiana he served as U S senator after Democratic caucus votes and 1914 reelection by popular vote.
The Evening Post reports bold Berlin reports that Admiral von Tirpitz has resigned or is about to resign. The State Department confirms unofficial advices of his possible resignation but provides no timing. No confirmation from the German embassy is available.
Four hundred Pullman car shop workers walk out demanding 21 to 25 cent per hour raises. Deputy sheriffs with rifles guard Corn Products Refiring workers at Argo amid new flareups. A man is shot in a 100 worker Patent Vulcanite Roofing strike. No violence reported at the Chicago and Alton rail walkout near Summit.
Fred Fulton of Rochester knocks out Fireman Flynn in the second round in Milwaukee fueling his claim of a title bout promised by Willard. Fulton dominated the opening round and finished Flynn with a decisive finish.
A settler near Warner bought land at 20 dollars an acre and, after a single wheat season, his crop paid all costs and left a substantial profit. Canada’s trade with the United States shifts as exports rise and imports fall. four-year figures show a moving balance toward Canada selling more to the U.S. than buying. The article extols cash-based trading and a strong national economy amid war.
A caption notes a woman golf champion with a graceful appearance. The dialogue suggests she cannot consistently adopt the pose made famous by Annette Kellerman, highlighting expectations of femininity in sports imagery.
In a brief exchange, a remark asserts women lack knowledge of applied science in everyday life while a counter question about chemical blondes adds a provocative challenge. The dialogue spotlights attitudes toward women and science.
A witty, terse dialogue centers on a would be marriage. One character declares intent to wed while the other questions commitment. The exchange hints at contrasting views on marriage and mindset in a light moment.
The ad promotes Cascarets as a remedy for constipation indigestion and liver and bowel misery. It touts a 10 cent box, claims relief from headaches dizziness and nervousness, and urges adults and children to use the product, noting stores carry it.
An excerpt captures wartime speech etiquette as London Punch notes the struggle to comfort injured soldiers. It contrasts blunt harshness with sympathetic tact, emphasizing the need for gentleness and restraint when addressing those harmed.
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