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Newspaper
The Monroe Journal
Location
Monroe, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1917
Page
6
The City of Monroe adopts a bond issue under the Municipal Finance Act to fund floating indebtedness totaling 77000 dollars. The ordinance sets terms up to 75,000 principal, six percent interest, 23 year maturity, and annual tax levy to cover principal and interest, with a public debt statement on file.
Former Monroe resident Moses W. Hudson writes from San Antonio about army life at Kelly Field. He describes strict training, daily routines, camp life, and the humane treatment of soldiers, praising the Aero Aviation Corps and cadet training camp, while detailing the hot Texas climate, sanitation, and discipline. He notes the army as a school, the opportunities for talent, and the sense of duty among troops awaiting the front.
Parents are advised to have a bottle of Chamberlains Cough Remedy for croup and to follow the directions on the label for quick relief when an attack occurs. The message emphasizes trusting the printed guidance.
An old time cosmetic recipe promotes Wyeth's Sage Sulphur Compound to darken faded gray hair naturally. A sponge or brush draws the preparation through strands, with repeat applications turning hair rich and lustrous, though not for disease treatment.
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