Fragmentary Legal Notices and War Era Talks in Harrison County
A garbled notice list from Harrison County describes a five week term beginning Monday and mentions divorce proceedings, court orders, and witnesses. It references a chancery case with proceedings in a Virginia court and a draft of a writ. Also noted are Russian American talks and Trinity Church in New York owning 150 Knoxes for church maintenance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank
Moxos
Trinity Chirelis
New York
Country Church Must Be Strengthened Through Cooperation
A speech by Gifford Pinchot at a Federal Council of Christ in America conference urges revival of the country church as the root of national integrity and vitality. He emphasizes cooperation among country churches and farmers to meet rural needs without duplicating other groups’ roles, stressing practical, moral renewal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Giffard ‘Pinchot
Salford
Christ
America
Pinchot
Aia
United States
Do You Need a Kidney Remedy Do You Need a Kidney Remedy
An early 20th century advertisement promotes Kilmer’s Swamp-Root as a general kidney remedy. It claims benefits for kidney, liver, and bladder issues and offers a sample bottle by mail order. It cites Dr Kilmer and Bishopham and urges readers to request pamphlets and a telegram chart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kilmer
Binehampton
To Keep Skin Healthy Youthful Wrinkleless
Bizarre early cosmetic ad promotes mercolined wax and taxotite solution for skin rejuvenation. Claims promise a clear, smooth complexion and wrinkle removal under bright light. Warns that wrinkles show even in well lit rooms, urging readers to purchase the wax and solvent for a young appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wien
Aluminum Ware Promise for Christmas
A local retailer promotes Victor aluminum ware as a gift that will please wives and mothers on Christmas morning. The ad guarantees every Victor piece and invites shoppers to visit the store to see the offerings.
Wilson Credited With New Latin American Policy
President Wilson is credited by Peruvian minister Pedro Pezet for initiating a policy of hemispheric cooperation. Pezet spoke at the International Trade Conference urging better U S Lat in America understanding and a balanced give and take in relations, noting past failures and urging U S businessmen to rise to the new regional role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Wilson
North
South America
Fredrico Alfonso Pezet
United States
Pezett
America
Henry Clay
James G. Diaine
Panet
Baltimore
Indea
Pexet
Fashion Through Revolutions A Look At Change In Dress
The piece argues fashion reflects era moods and political shifts. It traces how the French Revolution toppled courtly ornate styles for simple gowns, then the Bourbon Restoration restored extravagance before later democratization again reshaped attire. It notes wartime uncertainty, the rise of tailored wear, and hints at future democratization and utilitarian aesthetics.
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Vernallies
Arcadia
Watleau
Franco
David
Fragonard
Boucher
Mme
Reeamiar Fonuninu
Empire
Eugenie
Redingotes
Polonaika
Dredn
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Nusbaum’s
W. Main ST
Court House
Virginia
Clarksburg
Charksburg
Trina
Uave
Josh
Clarksburg, W. VA
Gifford Pinchot
North and
Shetland Moss
Germantown
Zephigrs
Reg
Ular Te
Myre
T. J. Lynch @ Co
Rheta Childe Dore
Atventng Mail Syndicate, Inc
Ines
South
Middle ‘West
Ecome
East
Anil
Soc
Arden
P. Q. Monsy
Corn Products Refining Company
P.O. Ber
York Dat
Oru
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