Special Stockholders Meeting of Valley Turnpike Co
Notice to stockholders of Valley Turnpike Co. that a special meeting is called in Winchester Virginia on December 30 1918 at 10 am to act on a board resolution adopted at a meeting in Winchester on November 29 1918. H F Byrd president and D B Dinges secretary.
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Valley Turnpike Co
Valley Turn Co
Said Valley Turnpike Co
Winchester
Acts of Assembly of Virginia
Valley Turnpike Company
Commonwealth
Valley Turnpike
Hansbrough & Carter
H. F. Byrd
D. B. Dinges
Influenza feared as cold weather returns says authority
A well known authority warns that though cases are down the influenza danger is not over with cold weather. He urges public precautions and promotes Hyomei inhalation as a simple, inexpensive preventive measure available at local drug stores to destroy germs before infection.
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Winchester
Sugar Behind the War Effort Shows American Resolve
The article notes Americans cut sugar use by more than half a million tons in July through October, averting famine. Normal four month intake was 1.6 million tons, with July at 260k, August 825k, September 279k, and October 230k tons, demonstrating wartime compliance and a strong government injunction.
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United States
Foo
Dreco touted as miracle medicine aids croup and other ailments
A consumer notice praises the herb Dreco for treating croup in a child and other conditions like stomach and liver issues. It includes a signed testimonial from W. R. Gentry of Dansville, claiming the medicine saved his child from croup. The piece also mentions Dreco’s availability and low cost at local drug stores. The second item discusses sugar consumption guidance from the Food Administration, noting bridging stringency and the potential return to normal use with beet and Louisiana cane sugar crops in sight.
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Dreco
W. R. Gentry
Tonn Street
Dansville
Food Administration
Louisiana
Europe
American Spirit Relied On To Win
In July 1917 the United States Foot Administrator voiced confidence despite a grim European outlook. He asserted that democracy would defend itself in the United States, citing results already achieved and urging no fear for the nation’s resolve.
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United States
Paris
Europe
Loyalty in Little Things Last Proof of Patriotism
Americans silently trim sugar rations from four pounds a month to three and then to two as a small act of loyalty. The piece underscores everyday sacrifice as a measure of patriotism.
War Chest Ends Yet Needs Funds for Reconstruction
The notice urges continued support for the War Chest after hostilities end, highlighting the need for additional money to fund reconstruction efforts. It implies ongoing campaigns or campaigns to solicit contributions beyond the war period.
Relief for Rheumatism Promoted by Foreman and Druggists
A vintage ad touts Sloan's Liniment for rheumatic aches and muscle soreness. It claims daily use by workers and women nationwide, urging readers to ask their druggist for Sloan's Liniment today.
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Foreman
Sloan
Linito
Food Administration Defines War Time Food Policies
The Food Administration outlined its guiding principles for solving national and Allied food shortages. It argued democracy rests on individual initiative and self sacrifice in emergencies and that disciplined effort would defend democracy and avoid Prussianization.
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Food Administration
Lending to Europe Wheat Exports Highlight War Year
The text notes an outstanding exploit by the American food army in the critical year of the war, moving 141,000,000 bushels of wheat from a surplus to Europe amid wartime needs.
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Europe
Greatest Opportunity Women Ever Had
It was given to the women of this country to perform the greatest service in the winning of the war. The war sufferers and warriors needed feeding and care. Through peace efforts and simple virtues, the womanhood of the nation aided humanity in its struggle for peace and freedom.
Kept pledge to send bread averts European despair
The article describes American wheat exports to Europe during wartime, noting shipments of 65,980,805 bushels between July 1 and October 10 and projecting over 237,500,000 bushels by year end. It contrasts past shortages with current surpluses, discusses production gains, and cites Lord Rhondda asking for 75,000,000 more bushels before July 1 to ensure European food security.
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Europe
United States
Australia
Argentine
Lord Rhondda
Lemon Juice Whitening Lotion Promoted for Skin Lightening
An advertisement touts a do it yourself whitening lotion made by mixing lemon juice with Orchard White in a three ounce amount to yield a quarter pint. It promises a pale complexion at small cost and claims broad facial and body use with daily application.
American Surplus and War Ration Pledge Noted
The article cites a 20,000,000 bushel surplus and 141,000,000 bushels shipped to sustain Allied bread rations, claiming the pledge was fulfilled and American resolve remains strong. It includes a testimonial for Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy and a note on Hungary’s history and heroism.
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America
Widespread Use of English in Global Postal Letters
The passage notes that two thirds of letters handled by world post offices are written to or by people who speak English. It emphasizes the dominance of English in global correspondence and communication.
Hood's Triple Combination Treatment for Recovery
After influenza the best restorative plan is Hood's Sarsaparilla to purify the blood and strengthen the nerves, Peptiron as a tonic before meals, and Hood's Pills as needed after meals. The trio offers rapid convalescence and disease prevention, sold together as Hood's Triple Combination Treatment. Do not delay.
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Hood
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