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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1918
Page
8
Guide advising avoidance of crowds and focus on cleanliness and fresh air. Recommends a liver regulator called Pleasant Purgative Pellets, Anuric Tablets, hot lemonade, and foot baths. Suggests simple foods during illness and cardio recovery with herbal tonics and Dr. Pierce formulations.
One wartime tank now serves to tow canal boats in France replacing the mule. Mules resented intrusions on their rights, and the tank may face similar issues if challenged. Generally, mules hold their own in any company.
Mrs James Malone of Moberly Missouri recalls using Chamberlains Cough Remedy during a severe cold and cough. She says a bottle loosened her cough and cured the cold. The piece also notes a submarine hunt during a presidential trip with depth bombs and explosions felt aboard.
Official reports state influenza killed 17,000 American soldiers in camps and centers through December 1. Foreign medical officers warn the disease was carried to Europe in a more virulent form than originally there, urging world action to stamp it out and noting rapid serum treatment progress.
A sour stomach advice urges sparing meat and thorough chewing with Chamberlain's Tablets after supper. Officials claim a 24 inch gun with 40 mile range is practicable and effective. The text notes ongoing invention of things to kit humans despite talk of a world league for peace while humans remain human.
The former Kaiser shed his uniform after signing abdication papers and now lives quietly with his wife. Last week he reportedly attempted self harm during a fit of despair, an attendant wounded during the incident. He appears deeply troubled about his ultimate disposition.
Mixed, incomplete passage discusses a former prince’s involvement in a war and his current residence on Holland Street. It implies an effort to settle the matter to general satisfaction except for the prince and close circles.
A claim offers one hundred dollars for any catarrhal deafness cured by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. The ad explains how a blocked Eustachian tube causes deafness and promotes the remedy. The second item reports Allied troops reaching the Rhine and maintaining order as Germans retreat.
England solved the problem of loading and unloading war material destined for the front by running cars on boats to the French coast and directly onto tracks to the front. Each boat carried 64 cars and were returned emptied, saving enormous labor.
An advisory piece promotes Chamberlain's Tablets as a simple remedy for chronic constipation. It warns habits cause the disease and urges correcting them for permanent relief, noting the tablets are easy to take and affordable at a quarter.
Government experts call for covering coughs and sneezes with a handkerchief to prevent flu spread. They advocate a drastic personal quarantine forcing individuals to stay home until danger passes to stamp out the disease.
Fragmentary text notes European tensions after World War I, with Serbia leading the Czech Slovak entity. It mentions Italy's aim to retain acquired territories and concerns over territorial disputes involving Austria Hungary. The passage hints at shifting borders and uneasy alliances.
A Unionville reader praises Doan's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney distress. The notice notes wartime events as Germans struggle politically, and mentions 7 740 wounded arriving in New York, reflecting public sentiment on America's isolation and involvement in world affairs.
A testimonial from a Riverside area worker details months of distress and malnutrition followed by a dramatic recovery after using Tanlac. He describes losing weight to 130 pounds, mood and sleep improvements, and a renewed appetite while praising the remedy’s effects and recommending it to others. The notice lists local sellers in Unionville Lemonville and Powerville. Austria blames Ludendorff for wartime setbacks, accusing him of offering Galicia to Germany and refusing to cede Alsace Lorain.
The writer at Puget Sound Navy Yard describes the abolition of mail censorship by Captain Slocum and details life in the sick ward. He shares nights on duty, scarce meals, a deserter, illness cases, and small escapes for treats, while awaiting orders and dreaming of New York.
North Blackbird notes recount visits and illnesses last week. Families and neighbors including Casady Ruggles Vestal Partin and others gathered, with flu and pneumonia affecting Charlie Vestal and related households.
Crowded out last week farmers delivered arkeys at Graysville. Mr. and Mrs. Jess Stewart and Mr. and Mrs. Manuel and children visited their mother Mrs. Margay. Mrs. Beckie Ruggles called at Graysville. Harve Partin and children Cleta and Carl spent Monday night with his parents. Mrs. E. F. Casady and Alta called.
Gian panies on se Alor Roeford Ragaiog inten Sema Rose moved to Graysville last week. Ruby Ruggles called on Alta Cas ady Booniey Sunday morning. The dottor was called Sunday to the Finnie Packard home. Finnie was pretty sick but is better. Glen Gusady of Ton ground spent Sunday with parents. Mr and Mrs Pearley Partin were callers at Hartford Thursday.
Crowded streets in Sandy Creek with Colder weather now. Miss Golda Hall and Miss Ruth Watson shopped in Unionville Monday. Linn Hoover spent Monday at Lum Hall. Oscar Miller and family were entertained at Leo Hecker’s home Sunday. Mr and Mrs John Korns spent Sunday evening with Elzon. Edith Watson aided Mrs Don Bradshaw with house work. Neal Hacke r and Laon Reid among visits with Mary Worley in Unionville. Ruth and Edith Watson visited Golda Hall recently.
Gleanings reports the death of Mr George Underwood, a trusted county businessman, amid a local flu outbreak with mostly mild cases. The note details hospitalities, visits, marriages, illnesses, and a surprise dinner at the John Piercy home. Telegrams from France reveal Dent Vestal and Marshall Rose are safe after prior missing status.
The report notes unusually warm, springlike weather drawing farmers into early field work as crops begin to awaken and preparations for planting intensify. Prospects for the season appear favorable with mild temperatures influencing early planting plans.
Des Moines residents discuss holiday markets as big turkeys move daily to local markets. Mr and Mrs Walter Danner visit Clarence Fox and Oscar Keene hosts for Sunday, while Will Hackney's health declines. Rural roads are rough amid ongoing shredding and weather hints of mild patterns.
Archie Fechtling came home from camp Saturday. Mr and Mrs Harry Shibley visited their parents Mr and Mrs Geo. Three brothers drove from Iowa last week. Mr and Mrs Tom Clay moved to their fort in Lewis neighborhood. Sammie Wiles moved to the former home of his mother near Mt Hope church. Verna and Jean France visited Mr and Mrs Wellman Sunday night. Several locals moved or visited relatives including the Butlers Mahoney Lewis and Ruggles. The community discussed road dragging to improve conditions.
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