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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1925
Page
6
A small bottle of Freezone promises instant relief for hard and soft corns and toe corn. It claims the product removes corns and foot calluses without soreness or irritation and can be bought from druggists for a few cents.
Notice recalls Dr Vernest the Swedish doctor and inventor who died after falling from his horse at 104. It highlights his belief that life prolongation came from proper digestion and pure wholesome food. It mentions his Remedy Essence of Life made from Roots and Herbs and offers a free trial by mail to Zaegel & Co in Sheboygan Wisconsin.
A Springfield health director notes public misconceptions about immunization. A Mount Vernon boy loses eye risk after a rooster attack. A West Frankfort lawsuit seeks 10000 from Illinois over a Carbondale grandstand collapse during a 1923 football game. Park vandals feared after a 500 reward, and trees challenged by holes and blue vitriol. East St Louis plans a large fish preserve with Pittsburg lake storage for hatchery stock. Mules remain in foreign markets with Spain as top buyer. East St Louis housing permits exceed 500000, aiding 200 families. A Murphysboro tornado victim Troy Haney dies after facial surgeries. A St Louis hospital reports no cure for his injuries. Illinois labor survey shows mixed industrial trend and 1.1% March job loss. Scarlet fever dips below 500 cases, signaling passing peak. Thieves steal three wool bales from Sycamore yards.
The Illinois health department released 1924 mortality figures showing pneumonia as the leading cause of death from contagious diseases, with 5 818 fatalities and a rate of 846 per 100 000, followed by tuberculosis at 5 581 deaths. The report notes measles, influenza and diphtheria among other causes, totaling 14 084 deaths, and argues that preventing pneumonia and tuberculosis hinges on fighting all contagious diseases. Dr. Isaac D. Rawlings emphasizes the interconnected nature of these illnesses and the need for broad prevention.
A batch of brief notices records deaths and incidents across Illinois. Miss Mary Frances Wynn, Dixon Public Library librarian for 25 years, died at home. Anson of Pekin reportedly fatally injured in a car overturn near Deer Creek. Judge T A Fritchey of Olney died at 70 from apoplexy, a longtime southern Illinois political figure. Aurora zoning case rehearing granted by state Supreme Court. Carl J Nelson of Paxton burned to death in a chicken brooder accident. Radio repairman Charlie Clark burned by a gasoline-torch explosion and a candidate for village trustee. Highwood Marshal Frank Llewelyn fined $100 for assault after a court fistfight with Frank Walz. Walter Hanse found dead in a Peoria hotel room, suicide by poison with a farewell letter and increased life insurance. Fort Sheridan to host summer camp for board of education, Camp Roosevelt opens June 29 with horsemanship courses. Charles McBean of Bloomington, horseman and former taxi proprietor, killed himself amid health worries. his father did likewise 22 years earlier. Springfield speaker appoints three legislators to arbitrate Illinois river flood damage claims.
A Paris fashion critique in the New York Herald Tribune highlights Chanel's new spring line emphasizing individuality. The collection features embellished georgette and crepe gowns, metal lace detailing, and a shift away from sleeveless daytime wear toward varied sleeve lengths. It notes use of black white red palettes, tweed and kasha suits, and the Jenny line with slim silhouettes, yokes, and metallic lining effects.
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