McCall Says He Will Veto Prohibition Referendum
Governor McCall states in a letter to Dr. William Shaw that a proposed referendum on ratifying the federal prohibition amendment would have no legal effect and be outside the state constitution, arguing there is no reason it should become law. Prohibition leaders say the governor signaled a veto if the legislature passes the bill.
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Boston
William Shaw
United Society of Christian Endeavor
McCall
Shaw
Two Killed in Boston and Maine Crash at Rutland
A fast freight crashed into a local freight caboose at West Rutland station in Central Massachusetts division of the Boston and Maine railroad early today. Conductor L. M. Steadman of Ayer and Brakeman H. Tucker were burned to death. a third man was injured.
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Rutland
Mass
Central Massachusetts
Boston and Maine Railroad
West Rutland
L. M. Steadman
Ayer
H. Tucker
How to Get Rid of Rheumatism
Verona reader recounts relief from rheumatism and back pains after using Fruit-a-tives tablets. Advertisement notes 50 cents per box six for $2.50 and trial size 26 cents, available at dealers or by mail from Fruit-A-Tives Limited Ogdensburg, N.Y.
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Verona
W. M. Lampson
Fruit-Atives Limited
Ogdensburg, N
Careless Use of Soap Spoils the Hair
An old advertisement urges careful soap use as it dries the scalp and hair. It recommends plain coconut oil as a superior cleaner and conditioner, noting one to two teaspoonfuls cleanse and lather well. Coconut oil is described as cheap and greaseless, leaving hair soft, shiny, and easy to manage for the whole family.
Petersons Ginment Pimples Promise Health
A vintage advertisement touts Petersons Ginment and Petersons Ointment as universal cures for pimples and skin eruptions. It claims druggists nationwide back the products with money-back guarantees and quick results, featuring testimonials from users and promises of relief within days.
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Peterson
America
Burg
Terie
Keven
Heteson
Get New Kidneys Cold Medal Faakiem Oi Capsules
An old advertisement warns kidneys may signal trouble with back pain or dark urine and Bright's disease risk. It claims Cold Medal Faakiem Oi Capsules provide quick relief for kidney bladder and urinary issues and offers a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. Contains a brand emphasis GOTD MADAL.
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Bright
How Any Woman Can Remove Hairy Growths
A beauty culture ad claims women can remove hair without a specialist using a plain Delatone paste at home. It says the paste removes stubborn growth in minutes, leaving skin clear after 2 to 3 minutes, with skin washed afterward. The copy warns to buy real Delatone.
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Wrigley’s
Milford Blaze at Meadows End Makes $3,000 Loss
Milford April 1 Spectal reports a barn fire at the Smith place on the Bridgeport turnpike near Meadows end causing an estimated loss of 2500. Firefighters and local residents described the scene of 3 o clock blaze and the recovery of animals. The town saw a long army truck procession and pleas for support for smoke fund contributions from residents and former Milford natives.
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Milford
Meadows’ End
William A. Augur
Brooklyn
Auger
Orlando T. Allen
Dr. Putney
Broad Street
Compo
Westport
Town
James Welch
Fort Slocum
Smith Place
Bridgeport Turnpike
Meadowsnd
Henry J. Bristol
North Street
Charles Lafield
Grace Lafield
North Avenue
Bridgeport
William A. Platt
St. Peter's Church
Mary Hemingway
Kensington
Mrs. Bush
Charles
A. J.’ Martin
Easter Plains
A. B. Gardner
Dewhurst
W. Guggenheim
Union Church
Devon
Gladys Theeberg
Leslie Briggs
H.C. Whitehead
J. H. Brown
J. T. Carpenter
Ladies of the Aid
Stratford
Jfennie Winkle
Saratoga Springs
Tracy G. Augur
Farls
Eagle
Traney
Tranen
American Red Cross
Augur
William Augur
Mc Milford
Muapehi
A Eh
Aiding U. S. Men to Evade the Drinking Law
Nathan Pomerants and his brother Benjamin, clothing dealers of New London, faced U S court on casnionage law charges for renting lockers to soldiers and sailors to swap into civilian clothes and obtain liquor, then frequenting places barred to servicemen. Charles Veronski of Pine Meadow also appeared for a hearing as a slacker.
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New Haven
Nathan Pomerants
Benjamin
New London
United States
Charles Veronski
Pine Meadow
Boy Admits Shooting of Another Boy in District Incident
Thomias Borzenecki, 10, was seriously wounded by a bullet and hospitalized. John Sienbroski, a fellow boy, confessed to shooting but said it was an accident and also admitted to 23 thefts and burglaries in the Fair Maven district. Supper at the Methodist church follows a R. Co and Sons of Veterans event at 7 PM.
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Lew Tlaven
Thomias Borzenecki
John Sienbroski
Fair Maven
Hyomei Air Remedy Promises Quick Catarrh Relief
An advertisement touts Hyomei as a fast cure for catarrh and colds. It claims relief from coughs, hawking, spitting, and bad breath within days and lists components from eucalyptus sources. A complete Hyomei kit with inhaler costs little at drugstores.
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Austalia
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New Hampshire
A. J. M. Jones
Vermont
Thomas W. Russell
Connectique
George H. Holmes
Rhode Island
Hamlin
Maine
United, States
Saity
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Frisbie Pie Company
Bridgeport, Conn
Automobile’ Directory
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ELM Alto CO
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Stratford Ave
ME Elm 4070
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Boston & Maine
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