Calomel Warnings Highlight Mercury Dangers
A public health note warns calomel contains mercury and can cause severe illness. It describes rapid stomach distress and bone impact, urging avoidance of any use in the human body.
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Newspaper
Hayti Herald
Location
Hayti, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1920
Page
8
A public health note warns calomel contains mercury and can cause severe illness. It describes rapid stomach distress and bone impact, urging avoidance of any use in the human body.
An old advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a vegetable laxative that safely "starts your liver" without causing salivation or upset. It claims to energize the user, improve well being, and is suitable for children, contrasting with calomel which is said to cause sickness and lost work.
Lefler's Drug Store in Hayti Missouri urges readers to “Swat the Mosquito” to prevent malaria chills and fever caused by Plasmodium vivax transmitted by mosquitoes. The piece contrasts romantic notions with reality, noting people rarely treat each other as well as conditions would warrant.
The text notes a custom in China to warm wines for drinking. It claims hot heated wine intoxicates more quickly than cold, describing the thrifty Chinese practice and the effect of heat on alcohol.
A fragmentary note describes jewelry design instruction at a Cincinnati school. It mentions courses, instructors, and the skills taught, including shaping, setting, and finishing jewelry pieces. The readable text highlights hands on practice and classroom demonstrations.
A historical reflection on how railroads once drew from farming communities but faced higher wages and weaker efficiency as country boys left for metal mills and city jobs. The piece laments wage competition, strikes, and hiring shifts, arguing future hope lies in reclaiming country youth for railroading.
The piece praises White Motor Co as a large American firm paying a fixed 8 percent dividend, then reinvesting profits to raise wages and fund plant improvements. It contrasts with typical greed of many firms raising prices, noting no strikes, and commends White alongside Ford as examples of decency during profiteering times.
A garbled excerpt presents a father offering warning and guidance to his child about paths and choices. The fragment hints at lessons learned and the value of prudent decisions, framed as paternal counsel from a past voice.
The article reports John M. Atkinson and Arthur M. Hyde leading in Missouri's governor race with Atkinson ahead in early returns from 82 counties. It notes other state officers nominated and details on several races, plus White House reaction to Breckinridge Long’s Missouri Democratic senatorial win and Spencer’s nomination for the Republican ticket.
N Windsor, a Missouri farmer, explains using RAT SNAP after limited trapping successes. He notes a 50 cent RAT SNAP box killed 12 rats in a week, praising the product. RAT SNAP comes in cakes in three sizes 26c 60c and $1.00 and is sold by Lefler's Drug Store and Kohn Hardware Co Hayti Mo.
An old note explains that mosquitoes breed in water, adults don’t travel far unless winds move them, and suggests checking for stagnant water around the area. It advises applying a small amount of kerosene to stagnation for control.
Ford owners have been informed that the company is now able to resume charging or reintroducing certain services after earlier pauses. The statement outlines steps toward restoring operations and addressing consumer concerns.
Sheriff announces sale under a general execution issued by Pemiscot County Circuit Court to satisfy the plaintiff Maggie McDowell against defendant Joe Mays. Describes real estate parcels in sections 19 and 20, township 16, range 12 east. Auction at the courthouse front door in Caruthersville on August 20, 1920, between 9 am and 5 pm, for cash to the highest bidder.
Special execution on a mechanic's lien issued by Kemiscat County Missouri court returns in July term 1420. Sheriff of Wemiscot County levies on all interest of defendant in a description of land and a dwelling house.
Notice of sale under deed of trust dated November 25 1918 recorded in trust book 72 page 28 Pemiscot County Missouri. Trustee FP B Ravenstisin will auction at the front door of the county seat in Caruthersville on Friday August 6 1920 between 9am and 5pm to satisfy the note and costs.
Readable text notes Volle and organdie dresses for girls offered at Bueckleys. The item list emphasizes light fabrics and youthful styles likely in a department or dress shop display.
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