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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1917
Page
11
Reader advised to take Pellets and Anuric for bladder issues and uric acid cleansing. Instructions claim Pellets sold for 25 cents a vial and Anuric aids dissolve uric acid, with water flushing and frequent urination as remedies.
A St Joseph mother describes severe pregnancy weakness and fainting eased by a prescribed remedy. She credits the treatment with restoring health and delivering a healthy eleven pound baby. The account lists Mrs Fiossie Waves of 2824 South 11th Street as the source.
About 69,000 men registered in Kansas City on Registration Day with minimal trouble. A handful of arrests occurred and some resistance to the draft was noted, though officials believed no real plot was formed.
A fragmented column discusses Castoria use for infants and children, mentions men jailed in Kansas for draft opposition and pending signups, warns of executions as cases reach officials, and notes Hall’s Catarrh Medicine claims. The item also reports U-boat escape statistics with 28 encounters and 18 steamers escaping unharmed.
A sobering note on cholera morbus stresses the danger of the illness and advocates Chamberlain’s Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy kept on hand. A testimonial from Mrs. recounts rapid relief for children in 1911, illustrating the perceived value of the remedy during outbreaks.
Report notes that several groups refused to register and arguments arose over the proposition. The text suggests confusion and lack of unanimous support, with not clearly pro-German sentiment among the involved Indians.
A historical ad blends medical claims with wartime sentiment. It promotes Fletcher’s Castoria for children while urging vigilance against foreigners and German agents influencing demonstrations. The piece transitions to Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs, touting its quick relief and alluding to safety.
The article argues that powerful business interests influence new taxation legislation to avoid government spending cuts and reduce the burden on themselves, warning that if they weaken their tax payments the main war expenses will fall on them.
Trieste reports German forces fall short of expected strength as they rush newly formed units to the western front. The article notes compelled dispersal of homegrown formations into active combat amid growing manpower shortages.
A reader is advised that sour stomach results from fast eating or overeating. Eat slowly and thoroughly chew, limit meat and avoid supper. If sour stomach occurs, take Chamberlain's tablets to aid digestion.
Reports from Germany say manpower is running short and the nation seeks new machinery to replace workers. The aim is to overcome the labor shortage by inventing and deploying automated tools.
One of the unexpected and unique cases of violating the registration law occurred last week in Richmond Virginia as Israel Gerson was arrested and charged with registering twice. The report speculates he may have repeated registrations at elections previously.
Has a good opinion of Chamberlains Tablets. F. B. Tressey of Richmond Kentucky says they are wonderful and that nothing else beats them. For indigestion or constipation he recommends giving them a trial.
A wave of tornadoes battered the nation with Kansas hit hard last week causing extensive damage and multiple deaths. Weather continues to be marked by violent disturbances in recent weeks amid talk of a wartime connection.
A historical ad-like fragment promotes Dr Kings New Life Pills as a remedy for stomach issues headaches and indigestion. It claims the pills have long been trusted and offer safe relief despite unclear wording.
Last week New York collected 1 130 000 dollars from the inheritance tax on the John D Archbold estate. The payment provides a notable revenue boost for the state as it attracts wealth from prominent citizens.
In a Peruvian letter Mrs. P. H. Martin reports that her two daughters recovered from whooping cough after using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. She says it loosened the cough and made expectoration easy, calling it a charm.
Report notes a major Russian garrison rebelled last week and formed a separate governing body. Authorities fear the move could spread to other regions and threaten stability unless quickly quelled.
The German attacks on England have escalated with more frequent air raids using airplanes instead of Zeppelins. Planes proved harder to catch, though several have been shot down recently, and the raids caused notable damage.
Austria has convoked its parliament for the first time since the outbreak of the war nearly three years ago. Germany views the move with alarm, fearing it could spark a movement that may challenge the Austrian government and threaten German influence.
Advertising copy urges use of Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey to combat summer colds and coughs. It claims the product kills germs, relieves chest tightness, renews vigor, soothes throat, and cautions to keep a bottle at home for 23 5 cents at the druggist.
Officials report very satisfactory progress in Liberty Loan subscriptions and plan to place bonds in as many homes as possible to ease bank loads. About 1,000 inmates mutinied at Joliet State Prison last week over new rules, some buildings burned, state troops intervened, and the strike ended when rain forced the inmates back to their cells.
Rain last week improved corn stands while oats and meadows show strong color and good growth. Residents Mrs Walter Danner and Mrs Johnny Kopfer visited county seat and Kansas City respectively. Attendees at Unionville band concert and birthday dinner near Lemons total about 200 guests. Oscar Keene returned from visiting Thursday after a stay at the county seat.
The report notes heavy rains causing culverts and bridges to fall short of shore and hamper travel. It mentions a Sunday school gathering at the nearby M. E. church with a sizable turnout on June 3.
Oscar Godfrey and his wife and baby visited Sunday at his brother John’s home. Miss Lella Hackney visited Anna Boekenkamp Sunday. Most men in the locality attended a telephone meeting at Lemons Saturday. Road boss Fightmaster of Lemons did road work last week.
West Liberty residents report fine weather and numerous social visits. Families such as Hendrix and v Jdtee, Gilworths, Galloways, Hamiltons, and Horns hold Sunday meals and meet at local homes, with several trips to Oklahoma harvest duties and ongoing rain interruptions.
Anders G W Medlin and daughter Ber tha spent Sunday with Floren Viles family. Nez Lewis home hosted John Hill and family, Faye Burns, Adah Mundon, Eulah Howe, Oca Viles and Floren Viles relatives. Grandfather Viles of Unionville gravely ill. Floren Viles visited relatives. Barnie Jarman and Maize families hosted guests. basket dinner at Hartford. Local youths helped Monday replanting corn.
Unionville resident Jno Comstock, a retired farmer, testifies to kidney disorder relief from Doan's Kidney Pills purchased at Tatman and Rachford's Drug Store. He says one box at a time suffices for lumbago like back ache and difficulty stooping or straightening. The ad promotes Coen's Kidney Pills as the same effective remedy.
A devotional lesson outlines Mary Magdalene and other women visiting Jesus tomb after the Sabbath, Peter and John discovering the folded napkin, Mary weeping, and Mary worshiping the risen Lord. It emphasizes the resurrection as proof of Jesus as the Son of God and the Outreach to believers as witnesses of redemption.
Me and Mra Clarence Lorence and Mr and Mrs Fred Lorence visited parents. Mar Liley and family attended at the Liley home. Trusten helped build a fence. Lucy Bernecker Leta Hackney visited Marie Fightmaster. John Kopfer returned from Kansas City. Dick Shaffer birthday dinner drew over 200 guests. Harold Hamilton led a telephone meeting at Tot Ward’s.
A Socratic quote urges men to inure themselves to voluntary labor and avoid indulgence. It argues that self restraint strengthens body and mind, promoting better constitution and knowledge.
M F Speak offers guaranteed workmanship with satisfaction guaranteed or no pay. Contact Unionville Missouri route 8 by phone or mail.
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