Diphtheria Outbreak Hits Ridgway Prompt Health Action
A diphtheria outbreak in Ridgway prompts health authorities to take precautions. Two scarlet fever cases are noted, with a heavy emphasis on containment measures and a race to prevent spread. Three children in the Clark family and the Gants residence are under quarantine as officials respond to the emerging threat. Local reports confirm prior scarlet fever cases mentioned previously in the paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Health
Wiis
Mr. Wind
Clark Chikedthio
Celery King Tea Claims Bright Health and Joy
An old advertisement extols Celery King Tea as a simple, inexpensive remedy that promotes vitality, cleanses the bowels, and supports a toned, cheerful lifestyle. It claims it benefits adults and children, easing fretfulness and feverishness.
Red Cross Nurse Calls and House Rules Document
A dated hospital notice outlines nurse availability and patient care rules. It covers visiting hours after 6 pm, limited after 12:30 to 2 pm, Sunday visits by appointment, and hygienic guidance. It prohibits certain contagious diseases from staff attendance and specifies payment for visits.
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Cegdls
Dave
Federal Wailing
Paiwo IK
Lin
N. Wa
Boly
Miteopolitin Tnayraneo
Articlon Tobnal
Nurag
Corry Post Office Wages For Week Ending January 18 1889
Witors at post ofive Corry paid for the week ending January 18 1889. Names listed include Mr W C McAray Miss Thelms Piles Mr Willigh E Bhine Lillian Amith and Bh Row. Ald. Cilogeovo Fe.
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Corry
Ipe
W. C McAray
Miss Thelms
Mr. Willigh
E. Bhine
Lillian Amith
Great for Emergencies Ban Ora Olnment in Every Home
A garbled early 20th century health ad praises ban ora ointment and BEST BEIN SOAP as cures and antiseptics. It touts healing value for eyes pimples chapped hands and infants with claimed household use and price points, listing vendors in Centreville Pennsylvania and related products with dubious medical claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamon Stridhevok
Centeeville
Mitch
Phomga Downey
Pilear Caiernay
Hottie
Duinand
Mommy Nowney
Amba
Hot Water for Sick Headaches From Toxin Buildup
A historical health note advocates drinking hot water with two teaspoons of limestone phosphate before breakfast to flush stomach and bowels, claiming it cleanses toxins, relieves headaches, and prevents nausea. It promotes a gentle, tasteless laxative routine as a cure-all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alimentary
Bose
Pictorial Review Coat Design by R F Livermera
Autumn wrap coat features dark draped twill with long rovers and wolf wool collar. Overlay collar optional, fabric saved by lengthwise cutting. medium size requires 64 inch twill, price 5 dollars for small medium and large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. F.livermera
Notice on Corty Medical Association fee schedule 1919
At a recent meeting the Corty Medical Association decided the following fee schedule. Home visit rates begin at 8 am with $2.50 per visit, between 10 pm and 4 am a double fee applies. City per mile outside city limits is $1.00. Evening visit hours and special duties noted, with additional charges for certain services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corty Medical
Conautta Tony
Eity Dhuite
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Brooks Automatic
C. H. Henderson Piano Co
North Center Street
Ridgway
Celeby
Cain Yale
Charles Hanson Towne
McClure’s Magazine
Mr. Griffith
Geo. M. Cohan
D. W. Griffith
REX
the National Bank OF Corry Ray
Pennsylvania
RED Cross
ALD
Cilogeovo, Fe
Tiliaville
R.F. Livermore Co
Sea Island
Nation Counter
Carter
IRF, Livermore Co
Tella
Cabintetot
Wallon
Kaseline
Coats Warrensburg
Madam Myers
East
Washington St
Ball Block
M As
Booma Guslity
Fede
Oltt
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