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Capitol roach killer seeks Congress praise for borax
Frederick Othman profiles J D Killer Miller of Brooklyn who touts borax as a bug killer in the Capitol. Scientists demand proof and warn against unverified claims while Miller frets that public praise could vanish if he cannot back up his advertising with results. He jokes about a long coat for ceremony and notes women may resist boasting of pest control.
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Department of Agriculture
J. D
Miller
Brooklyn
USA
House Un-American Activities Committee
Congress
Agriculture Department
Washington
Samuel