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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1918
Page
5
An advertisement touts Vinol as a tonic for exhausted mothers under war conditions. It claims Vinol builds strength, relieves nervous and run down conditions, and cites testimonials from Mrs. R. M. Little of Cleveland Ohio and Mrs. WM. D. Dawson praising its restorative effects.
The Virginia Woolen Company workforce surpassed ten thousand dollars in subscriptions to the fourth Liberty loan. The central committee praises the patriotic effort of Winchester’s major industry, listing numerous contributors and their amounts.
An old advertisement promotes Gets It as a quick corn remedy with easy application. It touts pain vanishing in moments and lists multiple drug stores and dozens of names, suggesting a broad local distribution and a long vendor roster.
A brief note contrasts cherry bonds with German taxes as a choice facing investors. It highlights differing financial instruments and fiscal approaches without presenting a single recommendation.
Mrs Maittie C Bowman of 305 North Kent Street reports her son Private William Fuller Bowman has been wounded in France by shrapnel in both legs. The injuries render him unfit for further service and he will be sent home when he recovers. Bowman served in Company G of the 6th Tennessee Infantry Division.
The well known writer Miss Kate McVicar is slowly recovering from a recent severe spell of illness and hopes to be around among friends again soon.
An old advert promotes mixing lemon juice with Orchard White to create a cheap skin whitening lotion. It claims to erase tan redness sun burn and windburn while making skin clear soft and rosy. It says the mix is harmless and available from grocers and drug stores.
Help the Xedneys and kidney disorders with Doan's Kidney Pills. Winchester resident David Hamilton of 120 B Cork St. reports relief from nocturnal urination backache and fatigue after using Doan's Kidney Pills. Price 60c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
An old time remedy for gray hair uses Sage and Sulphur to darken hair naturally. Modern buyers can ask drug stores for Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound, praised by a downtown pharmacist for its even, natural look. The home brew is discouraged as messy and outdated.
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