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Watauga Democrat

Location

Boone, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1918

Page

4

Wildcats of the Thirtieth division praised by leaders

The North Carolina Wildcats, the Thirtieth division, are praised by generals Haig Foch Pershing and others for their fighting record in France. The article lists unit composition and notes the ancestry of the men, highlighting Lieutenant Alexander Taylor of Morganton. It also includes public health guidance from J. W. Jones Co on preventing disease spread and personal responsibility.

Bryan Charlotte Observer Turb Hal. Foch Baigeneral Pershing North Carolina Beaudfathers Cornwallis Charlotte King’s Mountain Iitish Sid Belgium Europe Wildcat War Department Soharolina Armis Sanyo France King’s Morawin Othe Groun's Alexander Taylor Isaae M. Taylor Morganton Tennessee Carop Seller Haig Marshal Foch J. W. Jones Co

Influenza Myths Clarified By Public Health Note

A public health notice debunks the belief that healthy people cannot catch influenza from the sick. It cites North Carolina data with 350000 flu cases to date and 250000 arising from contact with well people, urging calm and avoiding unnecessary stigma toward patients.

North Carolina

Public Health Warns Flu Link To Tuberculosis Menace

U S Public Health Service warns influenza increases pulmonary tuberculosis risk. Advice urges convalescents to have lungs examined monthly, avoid patent medicines, and focus on strong living, fresh air, and good nutrition. Surgeon General Blue stresses caution as millions suffer influenza.

Health Service Warns Influenza May Linger Months

Washington warns that influenza will keep pneumonia bronchitis and other respiratory diseases prevalent this winter. Surgeon General Rupert Blue urges caution, fresh air and cover coughs, noting outbreaks rise when people stay indoors heat overheats rooms and clothing is unsuitable.

Washington, D. C Rupert Blue United States Public Health Service Blue

Tuberculosis Risks and Precautions Urged

The Surgeon General warns that unreported cases likely swell U.S. tuberculosis numbers. In New York City over 85 000 cages of tuberculosis are registered, with experts estimating true figures around 60 000. Framingham tests suggest about one in every hundred people may be tuberculous, a danger to all. Early signs include persistent cold symptoms and decline, prompting prompt medical care. Cures are possible only in early stages, and patent medicines are unsafe and ineffective.

Staten Tiere New York City Department of Health Framingham Mass United States

Fresh Air Living Could Save Many U S Lives

The piece argues for open windows and air exchange to prevent droplet infection and respiratory disease. It cites tuberculosis sanatoria as a model of living with fresh air, good food, and proper habits, and notes a public health poster by cartoonist Berryman explaining the concept. Copies are available free from the Surgeon General.

Blue United States Bureau of Public Health Treasury Department Berryman Washington Surgeon General U. S, Public Health Service Washington, D. C

Saw Mill For Sale In Las NC Advertised

Saw mill and twenty horsepower engine in good condition for sale. For details contact Smith Hagamar and W. F. Reece administrators of W. G. Reese deceased in Las, North Carolina.

Smith Hagamar W. F. Reece W. G. Reese Vilas

Digestive Aid Story from Mrs Bowers

Mrs Blanche Bowers Todiava Penn describes years of poor digestion and relief after trying various remedies. She credits Chamberlains Tablets with correcting her digestion after starting a course about a year ago, noting she now eats normally and feels well.

Chamberlain Blanche Bowers Todiava Penn Cardai

Bank of Blowing Rock Promotes Modern Banking Benefits

Bank of Blowing Rock invites business owners and households to use its banking and check payment facilities. The notice highlights simplicity, dignity, and improved social standing through ongoing banking with the institution. It urges merchants to inquire about advantages offered.

Bank of Blewing Rock

Cardus credited as cure in 1910s testimonial from Texas

Mrs Mary Kilman of Rouse City Texas claims a persistent sideache after childbirth led to three months in bed. She says Cardus relieved the pain after starting with half a bottle and that three bottles cured her completely, aiding ongoing health. She urges others to try Cardus for headaches backaches and monthly discomforts.

Cardus Lees Caréus

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