China to gain tariff autonomy amid high hopes and risks
Shanghai reports tariff autonomy as the nationalist aim to tax foreign goods, bolster domestic industry, and fund authority in Canton and Manchuria. Affected groups range from Chinese businessmen expecting prosperity to foreign residents facing rising costs as a commission drafts duties largely around 5 to 12 and a half percent.
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Tariffs move to raise costs across wide range of imports
Merchants seek a tariff boost while Chinese business interests push higher duties to curb competition. Cement, cigarettes, tobacco, matches, paper, coal, sugar, furniture, textiles, medicines, silk, foodstuffs, wines, metal goods and many other items are slated for increased levies, with most articles likely to see higher duties.
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Sudden End to Stomach Trouble Ad
An article touts Pape's Diapepsin as quick relief for indigestion acidity and stomach discomfort. It claims the product neutralizes excess acid stops fermentation and heals the stomach lining guiding readers to obtain a 60 cent package from their druggist. It suggests enjoyment of meals without fear of pain and cites worldwide use.
Marmola prescription tablets promise weight loss
An advertisement touts Marmola as a modern weight loss aid. It claims a gland element converts food to energy, boasts years of use, and asserts safe, gradual results with four tablets daily. Drugstores sell Marmola at $1 a box for readers to start now.
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