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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1918
Page
10
An early 20th century advertisement promotes Vapo Rub as a remedy for Spanish influenza. It outlines how to apply vapors, including hot towels on chest and back, steam inhalation, and external rubs, claiming relief by stimulating the nasal passages and easing breathing. The note credits Nick's Vapo Rub as a menthol camphor blend and cites its availability in multiple sizes.
National banks in the United States held total resources of 19.82 billion dollars as of November 1, a new record and up 1.78 billion from August 31. Deposits rose to 15.05 billion, loans and discounts 10.10 billion, and capital plus surplus 2.51 billion. Circulation stood at 675 million with reserves around 49.1 billion. The gain was nationwide, with only four states showing small declines.
A vintage ad promotes Dr King’s New Discovery for colds and bronchial irritation. It claims quick relief of cough and throat irritation, featuring figures 60c and 1.20 as prices and noting widespread popularity among druggists.
An advertisement promises bowel relief and cleansing using a product called King’s New Life Pills. It stresses regulation of bowels and a comfortable system, presenting the pills as perfect for digestive ease in a classified ad style.
An expedition led by Captain Bartlett, building on Peary and Roosevelts, plans to sail in June from Staroa to survey the polar basin. It aims to map a vast unexplored area of about 2,001,000 square miles, test ice routes, establish Cape Columbia base, and use air and sea planes to explore the top of the world.
Muskegon Mich Dec 22 That Mile El Binet who last night ended his life by fancing himself by his gr west and color im ¢ the county jail here where he was held on a charge of killing Miss Frieda Weichman had for some time contemplated death by own action in the belief of the authorities here. This argument was advanced by holice on finding a brief note pinned to the prisoner’s underwear seemingly written while Piper was in Hamilton Ont. The note read fear mother, father and brother phones for if you Have done for me Take our care of Milt and Choppy with and 3 year old son coyard ist go let it be me bye Al Lamont guilty Mio What Piper meant the words you or Tamist 5 that been de termined all the bottom of the note written on a bits of paper such as is used to inharena cans were the words this done comes from Hamilton itsy is its notation that leads the authorities I believe Piper wrote the word before being brought here from Hamilton
Fragmentary OCR excerpt mentions an investigation into Viper and Whito hag himself, with references to a body found and hours before Piper's death during influen. Horlick's Milk appears as an ad phrase, suggesting era context but limited readable details.
In the chaotic days when foreign colonies sought permission to sever ties with Russia, marriages between Russian nobles and foreign wives faced closure and danger. British diplomat Bruce Lockhart and Captain Hicks faced obstacles as arrests and prison danger loomed. ceremonies stalled by consulate refusals and church restrictions amid revolutionary tension.
An old advertisement touts Vadlomene Tablets as a real medicine tonic with no alcohol or habit forming drugs. It promises to restore strength for the weak, nervous, and anemic, claiming durable health benefits through iron and botanical extracts. urged to ask a druggist for Vadlomene Tablets.
Fragmentary text recounts interactions with Latvian officials and aCaptain Hicks in captivity, a tense departure near a station, and a parade setting on Independence Day. It mentions a military commander’s residence, a chateau near the city, and the valley of the Mameis with grounds and parks shaping the area around headquarters.
Correspondence from Chaumont Haute Marne France details the secrecy surrounding Allied general headquarters during hostilities. The article notes Chaumont as the site of American centers with modest offices and minimal furnishings amid a quiet provincial setting.
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