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Newspaper
Wakefield Advocate
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1917
Page
11
The Kansas City Times notes pie socials raise library funds at schoolhouses. Girls bake pies and mark them with white tissue and pink ribbons. Buyers bid high on the pink wrapped pie, then share a private moment with the maker, sparking romances over a slice.
Thousands of women suffer kidney and bladder trouble often without recognizing it. Kidney problems can trigger back pain headaches and nervousness. Dr. Kilmers Swamp Root is advertised as the remedy with a sample offer by mail to Dr Elmer Co based in Binghamton New York.
The famous actress admits to a heated feud with a younger rival and reveals she would have slapped her if not for her status. She finally says she did slap the rival’s face, underscoring the lasting tension between them.
A vintage advertisement extols Boschee's German Syrup for coughs bronchitis and lung troubles claiming fifty one years of use in the United States. It promises restful nights and easy mornings with natural healing and notes bottles priced at 80 and 90 cents in all civilized countries.
The junior partner of a Wall Street firm was indisposed and the senior partner phoned him every few minutes. Friends asked if he was seriously ill. the reply said his temperature fluctuates and clients are speculating on the changes.
A wry note contrasts a suitor’s efforts to win a widow’s heart with a seller’s eye on honest cash. An advertising aside extols Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets to regulate liver bowels and stomach for health and cleanliness.
12000 new soldiers at Camp Custer are making rapid gains as division officers say learning is accelerated by rookies teaching rookies. The program, now expanded to involve thousands of experienced men, aims to reinforce instruction for both new arrivals and older troops to shorten retraining time.
George A. Prescott reports to National Food Administrator Hoover that many Michigan elevators traders jobbers and wholesalers failing to obtain licenses by November 1 will face immediate suspension of operations. 1900 restaurants pledged to observe meatless and wheatless days with monthly reports and menus provided for meatless meals.
Officers at Camp Mac Arthur in Waco say Michigan and Wisconsin soldiers trained as hunters will bring a high standard of marksmanship. A range instructor notes recruits with gun experience handle recoil and safety well and require less instruction on aiming and range judgment.
James N. McBride, state director of markets, says Michigan bean growers deserve future cost considerations after interceding with the federal food administrator in Washington. He notes army and navy bean price advice could yield $6 per bushel for Michigan growers and urges a Michigan representative in Washington for at least 60 days.
State statistics show 190 auto deaths in 1915 Michigan with 1916 figures at 250 and 350 by year to date. Earlier years ranged from 75 deaths in 1912 as totals climbed. Slayings and self destruction vary annually, while self harm averages 436 cases yearly in Michigan.
Maj. Gen. Joseph T. Dickman promotes War Department schemes on allotments compensation and insurance for soldiers and dependents. Allotment rules ensure payments to wives and heirs with stepped benefits for children widows and disabled soldiers. Insurance offers voluntary coverage from $1,000 to $10,000 with monthly premiums and 240 installments payable to designated beneficiaries.
Officers at Camp MacArthur Waco Texas say drastic steps are needed to save the nation’s youth as 500 to 600 guardsmen and a similar number of selected troops will be discharged for disability. About 10 men are discharged daily with many from Michigan. The medical board faces a huge task reviewing thousands sent from Camp Custer, with more than 500 of 3,000 to hospital as unfit. Disabilities cited include mental deficiency flat feet gait defective eyes rheumatism and early life injuries.
Camp Custer receives a $100 gift from Soo residents for Co. G 337th Infantry. Detroit Negro Lawrence Myers lauded as the camp’s remarkable figure, 6 feet tall 197 pounds, once sparring partner of Jack Johnson. War Department grants cantonment commanders authority to approve exemption claims for dependent relatives, to be filed within seven days of arrival.
A slow young man and his sweetheart share a kiss when a bee suddenly lands on his neck and provokes the moment. He blames the bee, and she quips that she would have preferred a hive full.
Fiery red pimples and distressing eczemas are claimed to clear with a hot bath using Cuticura Soap followed by Cuticura Ointment. The ad touts topical relief for itchings burnings and emphasizes daily use. Free samples by mail with booklet offered from Cuticura Dept L Boston. Sold everywhere.
A trench party of soldiers called Jocks share bully beef and biscuits. One sighs at the future meal of two eggs and tea for half a franc, noting no place can supply it. The moment turns to quiet reflection as they imagine better rations.
Frank J. Cheney of I J Cheney & Co promises one hundred dollars for any catarrh case cured by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. Oath sworn December 6 1886 before A W Gleason Notary Public Toledo Ohio. The firm states the medicine is taken internally and acts through the blood on mucous surfaces.
National and state home mission societies and boards of the United States appropriated more than 11 756 000 during 1916 for church and manse building evangelism and work among immigrants with negroes. The total reported for activities among colored people was 855 871.
A front line writer notes Giessen in Hesse Darmstadt Germany will be long remembered as the place where thousands of Allied soldiers captured at St Julien in spring 1915 were held as prisoners of war. The regiments fought with no ammo or food, saved the day, and survivors were gathered there by the enemy. About 10 000 to 12 000 captives were held.
A theater note describes the play as set in Greece with broad humor and strong roles. The reviewer hints that the production offers vivid characters and lively scenes, noting the setting and enjoyable pacing.
A concise note notes the value of an engagement ring when offered for pawn with emphasis on immediate resale potential and practical worth.
Advertisement describes backache caused by kidney issues with toxins and uric acid. Recommends meat reduction, increased water, and taking Anuric tablets before meals to treat lumbago and related conditions. Credits Dr. Pierce of Buffalo as chief medical director and offers trial and large packages for purchase.
A terse letter reveals a final rejection with a single line, sparking talk of crooked paths and tightened fate as emotions shift and plans falter. The exchange hints at implied conclusions and uncertain futures.
Dialogue fragment featuring a boy and a man in a rural setting. The boy admits his mother knows where the coat buttons are while implying domestic humor. The text ends with a quip about liberty and food costs at a church social.
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