Disagreement Ends Heart Balm Suit in Trial Stalemate
In New York a breach of promise suit by Miss Mia Sullivan against millionaire Arthur T. Hoe ended after a jury failed to reach a verdict. The panel, split amid prolonged deliberations, faced questions of betrayal and wealth as the judge noted heavy charges against the plaintiff. Some jurors recalled considering a payment of about 50,000, but four holdouts kept the case unresolved with a new trial likely.
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New York
Mia Sullivan
Arthur T. Hoe
Gavegan
Freckles vanish with ethine double strength remedy
An advertisement touts ethine double strength for removing freckles with a nightly application. It guarantees money back if the remedy fails to clear the skin, claiming most users need only a small amount and that even dark freckles disappear.
Dandruff Cure Claim Led to Hair Regrowth
Mise Luella Lord reports long battle with dandruff and hair loss. She used Cuticura products including Soap, Rose Cream, and Ointment, then saw her scalp clear and hair stop shedding. Date shown May 10, 1948.
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Waterford
Ringworms Covered Face 3s Hall 8 Percent
A 1913 letter from Mrs Laura Carter describes using Cu-ra Soap and Ointment to cure ringworm on her child’s face after failed remedies. The ad claims economical treatment for skin and scalp disorders and offers a free sample by mail.
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Hall
Winooski
Vee
Ted
Gil
Laura Carter
Dept
Boston
Yiea
Majority for Tolls Repeal Moves in Senate
Washington June 5 Senate Democratic leaders forecast 7 to 9 vote margin for repeal of free tolls. Debate centers on amendments to voice economic and national rights, with 11 Democrats slated to back the bill and several Republicans leaning toward support. A statewide tally shows 35 Democrats and 12 Republicans aligned, plus one Kentucky vacancy, while 36 senators oppose or remain uncertain and Norris may demand amendments before voting.
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Washington
Senate
Amhurst
Chamberlain
Laine
Martine
Newlands
O'Gorman
Ranssell
Shields
Thomas
Vardaman
Walsh
Hitchcock
Nebraska
Kenyon
Iowa
Dank
Bryan
Chilton
Clarke
Arkansas
Culberson
Fletcher
Gore
Hollis
Hughes
James
Johnson
Kern
Lea
Lee
Lewis
Martin
Myers
Overman
Owen
Pomerene
Reed
Saulsbury
Sheppard
Shively
Clark
Wyaring
Crawford
Fall
Lippitt
Nelson
Pittman
Robinson
Shafroth
Smith
Arizona
Tillman
Norris
House delays amid Arlington monument halt on anti trust plan
Washington June 1 a bid to adjourn the House to attend the unveiling of the Confederate monument in Arlington National Cemetery delayed action on the railroad securities bill, the final measure of the administration anti trust program. Obstruction tactics failed, a roll call forced adjournment threats, and debate stretched into late night as sponsors sought to finish the three anti trust bills.
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Washington
Arlington National
Brownell
Reboads
Ronal Selde
Adamson
Thorn
Two Die and Two May Die From Pittsburg Motorcycle Crash
Pittsburg June 5 coroner’s inquest into Wednesday night motorcycle crash results in two dead and two critically injured. Archie Armstrong of New York, a rider, left the track and struck spectators, likely fatally injuring him. Within Vanderberry of Philadelphia is gravely hurt and may not survive. Several spectators were hurt but expected to recover.
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Pittsburg
Jamison Sterday
Archie Armstrong
New York
Winer
J. Vanderberry
Philadelphia
New London Church Fire Causes 25000 Loss
New London June 5 fire at Montawk Avenue Baptist Church damaged the roof and upper sections, with several nearby homes also catching fire but saved from major damage. The blaze, caused by electric wiring, resulted in about 25000 in losses and partial insurance coverage.
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New London
Montawk Avenue
Loaded Revolver Disrupts Detroit Court Scene
In Detroit Municipal Justice Stein’s courtroom Fay Welle struggled over a loaded revolver she claimed was unloaded. Anxious bystanders watched as Welle grabbed, then dropped the weapon while the judge and court attaches intervened. Six cartridges spilled onto the floor as the pistol was secured.
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Detroit
Mich
Joe
Christopher Stein, Jr
Stein
Fay Welle
Ale
Pete
Jade
Wells
Wireless Undei Underwater Demonstrates Submarine Telephony
A demonstration by Professor Reginald A. Fessenden shows underwater voice transmission for miles and Morse code telegraphy spanning 104 miles. The report cites Pittalune University affiliation and discusses potential implications if contested vessels aboard. Also featured is a serialized column about a unique vacation experience by Helen N. Russell detailing a city stay, work, and return home with a larger salary.
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Moston
Reginald A. Fessenden
Pittalune University
Helen N. Russell
Wewall City
Ohio
Chicago
Wns
Chronic Rheumatism Cure Ad Brings Money Back Promise
An advertisement touts a remedy for chronic rheumatism claiming two bottles prove its effectiveness. It asserts the medicine enters the blood to dissolve uric acid crystals and eliminate them through kidneys and bowels, with a money back guarantee if it fails.
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Chrome Os
Tor Red Crewe Pharmacy
Southern New England R R Rushes Toward Dudley land takings
Fourteen steam shovels and 800 workers are at work on the Southern New England railroad Grand Trunk extension from Palmer to Providence. The line from Palmer to Blackstone is graded with 14 shovels in operation and 800 laborers. The company seeks a decree from the public service commission to condemn three parcels in Dudley and Webster for station and switchyard land after failing to reach purchase terms. Judge Thomas W. Kenefick explains the situation as landowners seek full compensation and price guarantees.
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Palmer
Mase
Southern New England
Grand Trunk
Massachusetts
Providence
Blackstone
Dudley
Webster
Public Service Commission Yeaturday
Thomas W. Kenefick
Arrests Sought in Murder Case and Progressive Plans Abortive
Report describes a murder case involving Howard W. Peaslee with a Boston detective seeking the arrest of two more suspects. A safe from the Peaslee residence is alleged to hold the will and other valuables. The second item outlines Progressive party plans for a Chicago rally on August 3 with Colonel Roosevelt presiding, plus a Household Advice column on keeping a safe and clean home appliances in top order.
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Henniker
N. A
Howard W. Peasive
Focal Toy
A. H Basrett
Boston
Shirley J. Peasler
Peaslee
Hoston
Chicago
Progressive Party
West
Merill McCormick
Ilinois
Rosevelt
Poultry Garden Feed and Winter Stocking Notes
The note outlines year round poultry feeding and health practices. It describes drying plant matter in August September, using seeds for feed, and sweet corn, sugar beets and cabbage storage. It emphasizes rue for turkeys and fowls to ward off diseases, and advocates sowing upland cress and swedes for chick and layer use. It also covers yard crops to sustain laying hens through winter.
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Mali
Matimoth
Developing the Heifer It Troy 2 A Calves and Calving Care
A guide on raising heifers from birth to three years, emphasizing early social housing, ample airflow, and non pampered management. Recommends feeding two to three quarts of hay daily plus silage, pasture access, and careful calving supervision to ensure growth, milking disposition, and yearlong production.
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Tom
Indians Warn Cattlemen Over Free Range Feud
Muskegon California. Cherokees in the Syavinow hills near Grand River drove off about 2000 head of cattle brought in by Western cattlemen. Indians claim decades of free range rights and oppose outside intrusion. Authorities fear clashes if cattle are returned to the range.
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Muskegon
Kla
Diane
Syavinow Hills
Grand River
Yusterday
Pelver
Indiana
Dangerous warning on antichagmia tablets Ad
Readers urged to keep antichagmia tablets on hand and take two at first sign to prevent further trouble. A dozen tablets obtainable from your drugstore in your medicine case. Ask for A-K tablets advertised.
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W. H. Goodfellow & Son
Barre
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Burlington
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American Tobacco Co
the Business Farmer's Corner
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Yissoswissetss
Biate Agrigultursl
Marre
Cabot
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Cheroter Range
Oklahoma
Reston
Bay State Liquid Painte
Matheson
A. W. Beckley
Crown's Drug Store
N. E. Telephone
North Main Street
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