Turks Persecute Greek Citizens in Asia Minor
New York report cites Frank W. Jackson stating more than 700000 Greeks in Asia Minor have suffered death, deportation, or forced relocation. He notes 800000 deported, with reports from Trebizond and Aivalik detailing orders to empty Greek populations and conscript men while aiding Armenians. Relief efforts by humanitarian Greek committees aim to alleviate widespread distress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Frank W. Jackson
Re- Nef Committee
Asia Minor
Mr. Jackson
Altho
Abdul Hamid
Marmora
Thrace
Aegean
Aivank
Koria
Aivalik
Trebizond
Black Sea
Lyndon
Crawford
American Board
Sheishéhieé
Ordon
Jesus
United States
Georges Rousses
Jackson
St Jacobs Oil Promises Quick Back Pain Relief
An old advertisement touts St Jacobs Oil as a quick fix for lumbago sciatica and strains. It claims immediate relief after a single use, harmless to the skin, and urges readers to buy a trial bottle from any drug store. The copy references a 60 year reputation and promises no more backache or misery.
How to Reduce the Cost of Living in Hard Times
Advertises Stearns’ Paste as a pest control solution to fight rats and mice that ruin food budgets. Claims national and local authorities endorse it and that a small box can protect a home or barn in a single night, helping households save on groceries.
Petitions Soon Circulated for Waterloo Car Franchise Vote
The Greater Waterloo committee and street car company agreed on an amended franchise last night. A final review by an attorney and committee is planned today or tomorrow to resolve any disputes. The panel hopes the franchise will satisfy the public and avoid strong opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greater Waterloo
Hermann Miller
Make Railroad Bonds Discountable in Postwar Plan
St Louis October 17 A suggestion to make railroad bonds and notes eligible for rediscount by the federal reserve banks was made by John G Lonsdale president of the National Bank of Commerce of St Louis at the Society of Railway Financial Officers convention He argued railroads lag in current dividends and expenses and rediscounting by the Fed could ease the postwar adjustment and provide contingency funds In Missouri Valley Oct 17 farmers set corn husker prices 4 cents for good 6 cents for medium and 7 cents for poor with an expected 75 to 125 bushels a day farm output for Harrison county
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Federal Reserve Banks
John G. Lonsdale
National Bank of Commerce of
Missouri Valley
Harrison County
Apple Prices Firm, Potatoes Higher in Trade Update
Washington apple shipments rose to 1455 cars, total weekly movements about 5126 cars as Illinois and Missouri follow suit. Jonathans trade at 4.50 to 7.00 per barrel, Western boxes at 2.00 to 3.60 per box. Peach prices ease slight as New York Elbertas fetch 90 cents to 1.75, grape shipments surge, New Jersey sweet potatoes rise to 1.50 to 1.90, and White Potatoes firm with Colorado at 1.40 to 1.65 fob. Overall weekly shipments climb about 800 cars from last week amid lingering car shortages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Washington
Illinois
Missouri
Jonathans
New York
Michigan
Virginia
New Jersey
F.o. B
Colorado
Wisconsin
Marmola Tablets touted to reduce weight without effort
An advertisement claims Marmola Prescription Tablets can reduce weight two to four pounds weekly without dieting or exercise. It promises absolute harmlessness and low cost, with drugstores selling the large bottle or orders via Marmola Co., Detroit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tae
Marmola Co
Woodward Ave
Detroit
Mich
State Charities Body Goes to Muscatine in 1918
The Iowa State Charities and Corrections conference closed in Mason City after selecting Muscatine for next year and renaming the association the Iowa Conference of Social Work. Officers elected include H. L. Houghton as president and Mrs. Lueh Sickles as vice president. In Remsen, Matthew Wiebersch, 62, died after a runaway team frightened by an approaching train caused him to be crushed by a wagon wheel. he left a wife and seven grown children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mason City
Iowa, State Charities and Corrections Conference
Muscatine
Iowa Conference of Social Work
H. L. Houghton
Sioux City
Lueh Sickles
Des Moines
Ruben McKitrick
Cedar Falls
Bessie A. McClenalan
Iowa City
LeMars
Matthew Wiebersch
Remsen
Wiebersch
District Board Extends Certification Review After Delays
The district board plans further certification actions today and tomorrow to finish the first increment for the men of the National Army. Eligible tasks until the next Sacrament are to complete records and finalize details. The board denied 147 claims across seven counties, granting one to Ralph Clark Henry of Blackhawk County while Hert B. Stanley of Waterloo was denied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Men National Army
Ralph Clark Henry
Blackawk
Hert B. Stanley
Lafayette Street
Waterloo
Ginn County
William &. Charlson
Frank Ray
Cliudeé D. Knapp
Inther W. Plottenberger
Willam M. Probst
Joseph Rajan, Jr
Harold H. Burge
Waterlooan’s Tanlac testimonial from Wells Fargo worker
J. W. Davis of the Wells Fargo Express Co at 901 Lafayette Street Waterloo reports Tanlac improved his digestion sleep and nerves. He says he previously suffered stomach trouble and fatigue and now feels able to whistle at work. The ad urges others to try Tanlac and learn more at Schuneman Drug Co Waterloo or nearby drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanlac
J. W. Davis
Wells Fargo Express Co
Lafayette Street
Waterloo
Hite
Schuneman Drug Co
Also Mentioned on This Page
ST. Jacobs
Castoria
Simmktarec
MLZ
Black Hawk Building
C. A. Waterbury
S. S
S. S.white Dental Mfg. CO
South 32Th ST
Philadelphia
Orrin
Sewell
Carl
Ducker
Menry
Kehrovdermetar
George RK. Beasmer
Wil Ding
Pred Clelan
Frederick Buchhola
Mardin County
Kirk Folger Macy
Grundy
Orvitle
S. Dageett
Ken V Waberims
Joe Holub
Schookman
Jaccob Hippen
Frank Wosoxin
Alvin J. Lews
RED Ball
Jefferson Street
Iowa
The
Rubber Products Co
Barberton
O's
Marvel
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!