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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1919
Page
14
Dr. William C. Fowler reports eight influenza cases in September with 15 undergoing treatment. He says no alarm is warranted in Washington as many summer cases have recovered, and experts are seeking remedies while urging preparation against a new epidemic. The first death last year occurred on September 21.
The death of Ben Allen is reported with tributes from Col. Burleson and friends including Secretary Baker. A longtime journalist and editor, Allen was linked to the Gridiron Club and National Press Club. Messages from colleagues recount his honesty and public spirit, while contemporaries, family, and other notable figures arrive in Washington as details of the funeral and private memorials unfold.
R Thomas A Le Breton the Argentinian ambassador expects Mme Le Breton to join him toward month end. She will sail from France on the Mauretania this Saturday. The couple’s niece Miss Manuela Lioveras stays with them in Washington. Chilean ambassador Mathieu hosted a lunch by Henry P Pletcher. Mexican envoys Tocornal and Iniguez visit en route to England. Serbian minister Grouitch dined at Cafe St Marks. Marriage license issued for Ricardo Huerta Chavey and Catalina Meade Gomez of Mexico City to be officiated by Rev William J Carroll. Miss Margaret Crosson daughter of Dr and Mrs H J Crosson, a belle of society, will be presented after holidays. her sister Miss Teresa Crosson leaves for school in Canada.
An ad style claim promotes a home remedy for wrinkles using saxolite powder and witch hazel. It asserts the wash tightens skin, firms underlying tissues, smooths lines, and enhances facial color by stimulating capillary circulation.
Austria renounces benefits from Bucharest and Brest-Litovsk treaties and returns securities or goods to Romania and allied powers. It also transfers claims to reparation to German, Hungarian, Bulgarian, or Turkish governments. Senator Overman warns that without ratification peace cannot endure, while Senator Jones urges league of nations to curb unrest in Mexico and support US sovereignty.
Victor Berger Milwaukee Socialist made his final argument for his seat in the House before the elections committee. He denounced President Wilson the league of nations the Attorney General and the courts that convicted him of espionage. He said the war was caused by capitalist interests and warned the league of nations would mean more war and armaments.
Promotional claim for Phelactine as a new hair removing method that allegedly eliminates hair roots instantly without electrolysis or depilatories. The ad describes the product as non irritant and harmless, available with instructions at drugstores, promising dramatic cosmetic results for women.
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