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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1920
Page
5
Advert says sluggish blood poisons thoughts and dulls life. A blood enriching tonic, Pepto-Mangan, is endorsed by physicians and available in tablet or liquid form from your druggist. Look for "Gude's Pepto-Mangan" on the package.
A meeting at Hotel Jack outlined the tuberculosis Christmas seal sale starting November 25 with a $500 goal. Lily H. Baker chaired. Virginia Tuberculosis Association and state sales network were represented. Committees were formed with numerous local figures and organizations to run public events and fund the drive. A District Nurse appealed for regular chest exams amid ongoing tuberculosis cases in Winchester and a clinic examined many people to curb spread.
The district nurse reports progress in tuberculosis support through the Anti Tuberculosis Association. Twelve patients sent to Catawba seven in home treatment and nine under observation. A tuberculosis house serves patients who cannot afford sleeping porches. Tuberculosis supplies and books are distributed, with home visits by the nurse. Stamps to fund more clinics will be sold in Winchester next week.
The Associated Press reports that 1921 will be a Harding year in clothing with conservative suits in blues and dark greys. Pp. T. Foley, an officer of the Customs Cutters and Designers' Association, says President-elect Harding favors these tones and will set the trend for well dressed men. Mrs. Andrew Grinnan of Roanoke, guest of Mrs. R. M. Ward, is noted as a Winchester connection to Dr. Charles L. C. Minor.
The ad urges readers to take two Papes Diapepsin tablets when stomach rebellion strikes with undigested food, pain, gas, and acidity. It promises relief in five minutes and touts the product as harmless and inexpensive sold at drug stores.
An 1920 advertisement promotes Gowan's Original Penetrating Salve as a cooling topical remedy for babies with colds and croup. It claims quick relief by penetration to inflamed membranes, nonirritating rubefaction, and easy breathing, with prices 30c 60c and 1.20. mentions money-back guarantee. Also includes a legal notice excerpt from the Frederick County Circuit Court regarding David Leight estate, with commissioner duties and publication requirements.
An aggressive drug advertisement touts Aspironal as a two minute relief for colds and flu. It claims rapid relief, safe use for infants and children, and unconditional money back guarantees if the cold does not fade within two minutes. Drugstores are urged to stock and sell at half a dollar per bottle with specific mixing instructions.
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