Buried Body Mystery in Chicago Apartment Yard
In Chicago on February 13 a report states the body of Mrs. Nancy M. Chamberlain was found buried in her daughter and granddaughter’s apartment yard. Miss Marion Townsend, the daughter, confessed to the police that the body was placed there after months of suspicion. The case involves family secrets, a grand piano, and an improvised grave, with authorities citing natural causes as a possibility but police noting a mystery remains.
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Chicago
Nacy M. Chamberlain
Townsend
Marion Townsend
Mary Dolan
Miss Townsend
To Free Your Arms of Hair or Fuzz Boudoir Secrets
An old advertisement explains a hair removal powder mix for the arms. Users combine powder with water to form a paste, cover the skin for two minutes, rub off, then wash to leave the area hair free. It cautions to seek genuine dalaton advertisements.
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Boudoir Secrets
Dalaton
Prescription Claims Powerful Rheumatism Cure
James H. Aislen suffered rheumatism for years and claimed a new remedy dissolved uric acid deposits in joints and muscles. After experiments he published his discovery and Hin tes Drug Store acted as agent for Alleury, offering two bottles to those who report no benefit.
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James H. Aislen
Hintes Drug Store
Alleurhy
Fiery Itching Skin Quickly Soothes With Sulphur
A skin specialist touts Mentho Sulphur as a fast remedy for fiery itching and eruptions. Applied once or twice, it stops the rash and clears the skin, claiming rapid relief from pimples and irritation.
Grandma Sage and Sulphur Hair Darkening Ad
The advertisement touts a home hair darkening product using Sage and Sulphur. It claims natural, even results by applying a dampened sponge to a small strand and waiting overnight, promising darker, shinier hair after one or two uses to reduce gray and create a youthful appearance.
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Wreth
Dawes Attacked In Speech On War Time Waste
A speech by Charles G. Dawes attacking wartime waste is criticized as a direct assault on Dawes and on government graft. The speaker accuses inefficiencies and mentions water over the dam, calling for accountability for public funds and condemning graft while the war era rush continues.
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Dawes
Ashington
Wen
Charlies G. Laws
Pershing
France
Chatral Wap
Wien
Graham
Drnham
Weyne
McGannon Denies Knowledge Of Kagy Murder On Stand
McGannon testified that he had no knowledge of the killing of Parold Kagy. On the witness stand he repeated his prior account of the events leading to the fatal shooting. He defended his statements against cross examination and said he was present at the scene and offered to bribe a witness to stay silent.
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McGannon
Kagy
Eveland
Parold Kagy
Jis
Eelya
Sisson Denounces Immigration Ban At Columbia
Sisson president of the Guaranty Trust company urged at Columbia University that shutting immigration could harm US labor supply and economy. He warned American industries might relocate if immigrant labor is unavailable, calling for two million homes and major federal highway and railroad investments to sustain growth.
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York
Sisson
Guaranty Trust Company
Columbia University
Linu
Reed Scores Democrats Voting for Tariff Bill
In Washington Fet 38 Democrats supporting Harrison tariff legislation were scored by Reed who criticised the party for prioritizing farm protection. Reed argued that the bill harms New England manufacturers and accused Republicans of failing to follow a consistent policy.
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Reed
Ashington
Senate
Benaine
Memorratic Party
WorcesterBusinessMan Marries Wisconsin Bride
Worcester businessman William H. Paul of Worcester marries Miss Marie Venlse Everett of Madison. He is known for his Worcester ties and the couple plan a California honeymoon before returning to Worcester. This brief notices a social match from city records.
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Worester
Mas
Marie Venlse Everett
Madison
Sawyer
Arife
Boston
Stamford banker devd stamford feb 16
In a terse military style note a Stamford banker and treasurer is reported with unclear details connected to a February event. The fragment hints at financial or administrative pressure but lacks concrete names or outcomes. Further readable lines are needed to clarify persons, actions, and consequences.
State Rangers Patrol Mexican Laborers Camp
Report from the State Rangers describes a raid on a Mexican laborers camp following a terror incident. White laborers and local contractors are cited as employing Mexican workers, with several laborers beaten during the entry and unrest. Authorities say steps were taken to restore order among both communities.
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State Rangers
Sleeping sickness patient recovers in Bridgeport hospital
A sleeping sickness patient described as recovered is reportedly improving at a Stewood hospital after exposure to carriers. The 19 year old, residing at 292 Burnell street, had been the first naval patient and is now said to be up and around amid rapid recovery.
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Bridgeport
Burnell Triat
Stewood
Physician Sued Over Alleged Unnecessary Amputation
Derby February 14. Dr MM Parla of Ais City has been sued by Vincenaa Ie for $25,000 claiming unnecessary amputation. Court action seeks damages and medical liability accountability in a case highlighting alleged surgical overreach.
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Derby
MM. Parla
Ais Vity
Vincenaa Ie
Foley's Honey and Tar Quality Endorsement
Robert Wilds of Lexington Kentucky writes that Foley's Honey and Tar is “just fine” for coughs and phlegm. The ad claims the product checks colds, relieves croup whooping coughs and spasms, and implies genuine Foley's only.
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Rohert Wilds
Jat Goltax
Lexington
Foley
Gets It Ends All Corns and Calluses
An old advertisement touts a product called Gets It that promises to remove corns and calluses. It claims to soften and peel edges, relieve pain, and work whether the corn is hard or soft. The copy urges buying at any drug store with mention of Lawrence & Wo in Chicago.
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Lawrence & Wo
Chica
Prostate Gland Troubles Should Have Immediate Attention
Prostate gland troubles are urged to require immediate attention. The ad promotes Dr Carey's Marshroot as a remedy, claiming many thousands of cases conquered and available at Tinile's Drug and other pharmacies nationwide. It implies heavy symptoms and urges readers to seek treatment promptly.
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Carey
Tinile
Carex
Gan Lake Tuy
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