Time limits on movie kisses debated in Chicago
Chicago readers report a protest from Baltimore where the Maryland Citizens League for Better Motion Pictures argues a three foot kiss lasting two seconds suffices. Proprietors dismiss this, citing scenario needs, while critics urge restraint or avoidance of kissing on film due to perceived moral harm.
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My International News
Chicago
Baltimore
Maryland Citizens’ League
Ritchie
Max Ascher
Ascher Brothers
Motion Picture Proprietors
Arthur Burrage Farwell
Chicago Law and Order League
Albert Webster
Juve
Nila Protective League
Brief Silence Tomorrow to Honor Prelate
Air Maryland will unite at 10 o clock at Courcrow to honor the memory of the late Cardinal Gibbons A solemn one minute of silence will halt street cars factories and stores nationwide to observe the requiem mass Governor Ritchie issued a proclamation calling for statewide cooperation in the tribute to the Cardinal.
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Air Maryland
Cardinal Gibbons
Ritchie
Stule
Fifty-Cent Husband Emporium in Chicago Wonderland
Chicago readers learn of E. J. Coker who runs a dubious “national bureau” selling husbands for 50 cents. The shabby shop at 2214 North Halstead Street features a chalked warning and boasts no guarantees on goods described as medical, musical, and matrimonial wares.
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Chicago
E. J. Coker
National Bureau
Halstead Street
E. J.C
Mr. Coker
Diamond Dyes Promise Easy, Rich Diamond Colors
Hagerstown women can revive coats, skirts, dresses and fabrics with Diamond Dyes. Each package includes simple directions and a color card showing materials dyed in rich, fade resistant hues. Avoid poor results by using Diamond Dyes for wool, silk, linen or cotton.
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Hagerstown
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Promised Clear Skin
The ad promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a non calomel liver and bowel aid. It claims olive color tablets improve complexion, eyes, appetite and energy without dangerous after effects, selling millions of boxes at 15 and 30 cents.
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Dr. Edwards
Dr.Edwards
Young Husband Proved Poor Cook For Wage-Earning Wife
Baltimore march 31 a wage earning wife and husband swapped roles over meals. after one bad supper she refused to continue the arrangement and sought legal advice. assistant state’s attorney urged conciliation and possible job changes while the wife weighed the choice to work. the couple later clashed again. the husband was jailed on $300 bail as the court heard their conflicting claims.
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Isy International News
Baltimore
Mary Sheldon
Sheldons
Justice Ranft
William F. Broening
Cook
Broening
Mrs. Sheldon
O'Connor
Tiz Foot Comfort Promises Pain Relief For Feet
A vintage ad promises relief for sore tired feet with Tiz. It claims the product drains acids and poisons, reduces bunions corns and chilblains, and lets wearers dance and walk comfortably. It urges purchase from druggists or department stores for year of foot comfort at low cost.
Hartford Park Delayed for Eastern League Opener
Hartford reports its new ball park will not be ready by the Eastern League opener on March 31. Jim Clarkin's team will play away from home until after May 1 when the stands are expected to be usable.
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Hartford
Conn
Opeizinis
Jimi Clarkin
Foley Kidney Pills Aid Suffering Woman's Relief
Mrs H A Leanioa Sturgin Cole writes of years of twitch bladder and kidney trouble. After trying many remedies a friend sent Foley Kidney Pills. She used seven bottles and now feels fine. She spent sleepless nights and nearly gave up, but recommends Foley Kidney Pills to all who suffer kidney trouble.
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Tan Ha
Wolman
H. A. Leanioa
Sturgin
Cole
Foley
Ell
Farmers in Southern Delaware Face Potatoes Rotting
Georgetown Delaware March 31 farmers who buried hundreds of bushels of white potatoes last fall cannot find demand this spring. They must sell at 26 cents a bushel or let them rot. Many growers refuse market price set by brokers and feed potatoes to cattle and hogs.
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Georgetown
Del
Delaware
Post Office Department Employs 300000 Workers
The United States Post Office Department reports a workforce of 300000 personnel. The figure reflects nationwide staffing across processing centers and local post offices.
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United States Post Office Department
Free Trial Offer for Rupture Stimulant Application
A wartime era style ad urges readers to write for a free trial of a rupture stimulating application. It claims the tonic tightens muscles to close the opening and eliminates the need for a truss, warning of gangrene risk if ignored. It stresses immediate response and includes a coupon request.
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Main St. Adams
N. Y
Ag Ft
Free Treatment Sample Request for Rupture Product
An advertisement offers a free sample treatment for rupture and provides a mailing address ITG Main St Adams and a stated code 2.2.0022 unclear in content. The readable parts invite readers to obtain a complimentary stimulat ing application sample by sending details to the address given.
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Rice, Inc
Itg Main St
Adams, N
The Charm School shines in Wallace Reid’s comedy
Wallace Reid stars as Austin Bevans who turns a girls boarding school into an “charm” school with dance swimming and beauty secrets. A cast led by Lils Lee supports this light comedy about romance and fashionable reform at the Colonial Theatre.
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Wallace Reid
Paramount
Colonial Theatre
Mr. Reid
Austin Bevans
le Heving
Wally
Lils Lee
Promising Young Star Captivates With Quiet Arrival
Just outside the door a radiant rising film star is described as one of the most promising and beautiful talents in cinema, expected to charm audiences with a poised debut and noted presence.
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