Madame Eugene Bebano Promotes Lily Pinkham Medicine
An advertisement by Madame Eugene Bebano of Springfield promotes Lydia E. Pinkham's Medicine Co as a female tonic. It claims the compound strengthens and cures women's complaints through herbal roots. Women nationwide are urged to write for confidential advice to the Lynn Massachusetts firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene Bebano
Main Street
Springfield
Lydiat
E. Pinkham Medicine Co
Lynn
Mass
Master Commissioner to report on Fries realty in Winchester
In the Virginia Corporation Court of Winchester the Master Commissioner is ordered to ascertain all real estate owned by Jacob S. Fries and Beulah D. Fries, the rents and profits, unpaid taxes, and any other pertinent matters. Notice by weekly publication is required prior to proceedings set for September 11, 1917.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob S. Fries
Corpear
Beulah D. Fries
Winchester
Virginia
Corporation Court
City of Winchester
Maurice M. Lynch
Mary R. Trundle
Louis M. Trundle
Hattie R. Trundle
W. Edward Trundle
Mary R. Trunedle
W. R. Brown
W. H. Painter
Admr
W. R Brown
Wis
J. Horace Lacy
Chancery
Viegh Curt
Frederick
Two Horses Die After Eating Wheat in Virginia
In Long Meadows Virginia on August 15 two healthy horses died after grazing on spilled grain. One horse perished the morning after and the other the following day. Local notices mention quarantine against infantile paralysis impacting Sunday school and prayer meetings. A list of visiting relatives and residents includes Bessie Walters Dellinger, Florence Brown, Charles Fertz, Harry Moore, S BE Brumback, Jennie Gordon, Joseph Gordon, and Sydnor Gordon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Long Meadows
Bessie Walters Dellinger
Topnot
Harry Huff
Florence Brown
Spotsdale
Charles. Fertz
Charles Long
Ohio
Sydnor Gordon
Charlestown
W Va
Marlboro Briefs and Court Notice From Winchester
Local notes report visits among Marlboro residents and relatives in Edinburg Relief Hamilton and Annapolis. A 1917 Corporation Court document orders Master Commissioner to report on Mary R. Trundle estate with notice to creditors and a September 12 hearing in Winchester Virginia.
Stephen-son Notes from Stephenson Va Aug 15
In Stephenson Virginia R N Bentley of Riverdale Md rests with farm duties. Health updates from Winchester and Frederick County urge infantile paralysis precautions. no children under 16 may attend Sunday school though the Bible Class continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ridgeway
William Smith
Paul Rhodes
Little Son
Detroit
Mich
McClune
Pennsylvania
McCune
Middletown
Hellen
Berryville
Stanley' Har
Hair Washing With Soap Promotes Hair Care
The article extols washing hair with soap to improve scalp health and prevent dandruff. It recommends a cocoanut oil based soap as cheaper, greaseless, and better than alternatives, producing rich lather that rinses easily, leaves hair shiny and manageable, and can supply the family for months.
Constipation relief praised in Kentucky testimonial
Mrs Pearl Patrick of Meadowsville Kentucky writes of severe constipation and sour stomach. She contrasts ineffective odine pills with Black Draught laxative, noting easy relief and improved digestion after use. The product is described as gentle reliable and free of bad after effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meadowsville
Pearl Patrick
Local Family Weekend Visit Spans Berryville Area
Mer of Winchester and Helen Grant of Martinsburg are mentioned with Mr. and Mrs. B. V. Gore and their children. The Gore couple spent the weekend with Mrs. Gore's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. By Jones, near Berryville.
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Endorsed by Parents
Mrs. John Bourneville of Brussels Wisconsin praises Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for years of use and recommends it for children saying she will never be without it in the house. Sold everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
John Bourneville
Brussels
Wis
Tobacco Fund Begun Based on Soldier Support Telegram Endorsed
Miss Coyrad reports a telegram from Colonel Robert F Leedy, commander of the Second Virginia Infantry, approving and appreciating plans to secure cigarettes for soldiers as part of the effort for freedom, reflecting strong wartime sentiment and broad backing by military leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leedy
Sewage Tank Burst Causes Citywide Flood
An Imhoff sewer tank near Abram's Creek collapsed under water weight, releasing millions of gallons of sewage and wrecking disposal beds. City workers escaped harm as the tank burst and debris shifted across the beds. An ordinance was introduced to fund rebuilding or alternative reduction methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abram’s Creek
Harry Striker
Albert McCormick
Clark Maines
Imhoff
Court Adjudges Case Referred for Report in 1917 Virginia Circuit
In Frederick County Virginia the administrator W R Browns administratrix Elizabeth Brown et al are party to an Im Chancery cause. The court on June 15 1917 ordered the case be referred to a single judge to ascertain and report findings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Frederick County
Virginia
W. R. Brown
Elizabeth Brown
New Motorcar Sparks Light Duty Gossip
In a brief exchange, Hooker questions Braineby about his new motorcar. Braineby confirms purchase and admits it causes trouble, while Hooker notes the sparking plug issue and gossip sprouts from idle bystanders.
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Hooker
Braineby
Eee Dagne
Rainbow Division Mobilizes at Mineola Camp Albert Mills
The Rain bow Division of the National Guard, announced as the Forty second Division, will mobilize at Mineola Long Island. The camp will be named Camp Albert L Mills in honor of the general who improved the guard and led it to high efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Aix
National Guard
Mineola
Long Island
War Department
Albert L. Mills
Powerful British Break German Front at Lens
The war office reports a major British thrust from Lens against the German base positions, with all objectives along the first line carried by storm after a heavy bombardment. Attacks spanned the Lens Loos sector as French forces also pressed forward on the Dixmude road in the Flanders front.
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London
Lens
War Office
Lens-Loos
France
West Flanders
Dixmude Road
Wants Congress to Stand Pat in Peace Talks
In Washington on August 15 Senate Democratic whip Senator Lewis of Illinois introduced a resolution to stop congressional interference with peace negotiations. The measure serves as a substitute for the La Follette peace resolution, arguing that congressional peace moves now would embarrass the administration and would endorse a hands off policy backing the administration in the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Ihington
Senate
Lewis
Ilinois
Congress
Government to take control of most American ships
The Shipping Board and Emergency Fleet Corporation plan to seize all American ships built or under contract over 2,500 tons, except small vessels. With a requested $500 million more, they expect to requisition nearly every ship in operation and those in yards, forming a centralized control for the merchant fleet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Star
Shipping Board
Emergency Fleet Corporation
Board
Hurley
Admiral Capps
Daily Optimistic Thought on Private Life Happiness
A short, reflective note extols private life as more pleasant and happier than princely state. It contrasts personal contentment with public grandeur and hints at seasonal or dated context. The readable fragment emphasizes inner joy over outward power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gatrape Fay
Agges Hes
German Peace Move News From Washington
Reports from Washington indicate Intimations that Germany Austria Hungary will back Vatican peace proposals and shift rejection responsibility to the United States and the Entente. Secretary Lansing deflected questions on US war aims noting no change since entering the war and unity with Britain and France. Allied diplomats caution that a peace council could let Germany gain advantage in peace treaty negotiations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Germany
Hungary
Vatican
United States
Lansing
Great Britain
France
Chisadege
Mr Fisher Sells Apple Crop in Early Gill Season
Local market reports show J T Pig er of No Market Street selling early apples. Mr Fisher with two orchards Hopewell and Buhker Hill sold 200 barrels of fruit with Imperial and Grimes varieties going to Mr Massey and Messrs Nidodémuts at about 2 75 per barrel f o b ears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.T. Piger
No.Market Street
F. Massey
Fisher
Hopewell
Buhker Hill
Davis
Massey
Cult of the Cock in Cadiz and Ancient Rome
The article notes Cadiz’s Phoenician origins around 1100 BC and its later prosperity tied to Roman influence. It discusses the cock’s appearance in early Greek and Roman culture, its use as food and in cockfighting, and its biblical mentions, while noting the Old Testament lacks reference to the cock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Cadiz
Spain
Tyre
Palestine
Force of Habit
A bank cashier asks a customer what to do about a substantial overdraft. The judge is urged to decide on charges and actions. The exchange suggests financial conflict and court involvement.
World Postage Gains Spark Global Circulation Rise
Postage gains exceed 21,000 metres worldwide signaling a surge in global mail circulation. Analysts cite expanding networks and rising demand as key drivers behind the uptick in postal activity.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
THD Corporation Court
Martin S. Glaize
L. Jackson
Jesse Fries
A. J. Tavenner
Corporation Court of
City of
Studebaker
Ousok
E M. F
Graham Conner
T. M. Wiley
Louis Zucherman
Hellphone
Evans
Cincinnati
Jaya
Marlboro, Va
Lucy Bowman
Edinburg, Va
E. B. Hite
Presbyterian Church
C. W. Orndoff
William Lineburg
Joseph Clagett
Hamilton
H. N.clagett
S. G. Jamison
H. G. Shull
H. E. Shull
H. M. Manuel
Relief
M. P. Smith
Harry Daniels
R. L. Morgan and Son
Annapolis
J. M. Gordon
N. D. Long
Arthur Shanholtz
Stork
J. J. Pangle
Joel Keeler
E. P. Ward
W. H. Keeler
James G. Mitchel
A. D. Cunningham
Burnt Factory
Corporation Court of the
Baltimore & Ohio
Niagara Falls
Wontaineed
Paaun Mnk
Star Now
Wire
Congres
Ryan & Orndoff
Court House
Peage
MR. Fisher
Gill
Tion
Union Bank of Winchester
Thomas
Frederic H. Hoover
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