Relatives On Payroll Seen As The Thing In Congress
Washington May 3 UP Many Congress members hire relatives for government pay. Senator Simeon D. Fess Ohio says his daughter-in-law Dorothy Fess works at home in Toledo at 2210 a year. The practice spans both parties and houses, with few public objections recorded.
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Congress
Washington
United States
Republican National Committee
Simeon D. Fess
Ohio
Capitol Hill
Fess
Toledo
Senate Library Committee
Carlton Hotel
Dorothy Fess
Lehr Fess
House
Senate
United Press
Mouser
Yellow Springs
Allenru promises relief for rheumatism and nerve pains
The ad touts Allenru as a right treatment for rheumatism neuritis neuralgia and sciatica claiming it banishes discomfort by clearing deposits in muscles joints and tissues. An 8 oz bottle costs 85 cents with a money back guarantee if it fails to end pain or last longer than other treatments.
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Allenry
Mann Drug Co
U. S
How CARDUS Helps Women in Community Services
A brief note highlights CARDUS initiatives aiding women in community services. It mentions participation by local organizations and efforts to expand opportunities for women through programs and support networks.
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Cardus
Auto Crash Fatal in Leaksville Area
Howell Franklin of Spray died in a collision between his car and that of Ralph Donoho near Leaksville. The crash investigation followed at the scene with authorities reporting a fatal outcome.
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Leaksville
Howell Franklin
Spray
Ralph Donoho
Here
Death by Drowning in Ledbetter Pond
Clem McDuffie, 25, of Hamlet, fell from a boat into Ledbetter's pond and drowned. The tragedy occurred while he was nearby with others, and authorities investigated the incident.
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Clem McDuffie
Hamlet
Ledbetter's Pond
Three Minute Relief From Your Headache
A historical ad promises fast headache relief with B. C. remedy prepared by a registered pharmacist. It claims relief in a few minutes through a special blend and preparation principle different from other relief providers.
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B. c
North Carolina counties resist state tax sale law across state
Counties including Durham New Hanover Forsyth Wake Pasquotim Perquimans Craven suspend or delay delinquent property sales. Forsyth and Wake officials defy May and June sale requirements. Governor Gardner and Johnson say counties could face interest liability if delays persist.
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Raleigh
N. C
North Carolina
Durham
New Hanover
Wilmington
Forsyth
Winston-Salem
Wake
Pasquotank
Perquimans
Craven
Cartaret County
Ing
BE. C. Cranmer
Bayboro
Mecklenburg
Guilford
Durham Real Estate Board
C. Max Gardner
Charles M. Johnson
Congestion at State Prison Tied to Meningitis Deaths
Raleigh May 3 Excessive crowding at the State Prison and its camps is linked to two deaths and one critical illness from spinal meningitis. Superintendent George Ross Pou notes fear of an epidemic, while Dr. James Parrott and staff study the situation. Autry White and Van Sigman are named among the patients and deceased. camps at Polk Central and Caledonia Farm are over capacity.
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Walter Hatel Raleigh
George Ross Pou
James M.¢Parrott
State Board of Health
Henry White
Pasquotank County
Walter B. Autry
Anson County
Autry
van Sigman
Burke County
Camp Polk
Rex Hospital
Pou
Central Prison
Caledonia Farm
Parrott
Division of Epidemiology
Skyland
Blue Ridge Mountains
Wilbur
National Park
President Hoover
Rapidan
Massachusetts
Carolina News Briefs roundup from North Carolina items
Dr. D F Milam of Nashville assigned by the Rockefeller Foundation to North Carolina’s state board of health for a year in epidemiology without cost. Dr and Mrs Bernard Smith to Washington for weekend with Hoover family. Ray P Lyerly named superintendent of Nazareth Orphans Home at Crescent. Trial of Mrs Mary Widenhouse set for Wednesday in Cabarrus court. Wallace Warfit drowns in Moir's mill pond at Leaksville. Fiora MacDonald College commencement begins May 21 alumnae day. Benjamin Parker of Lillington dies from injuries after a fall in Fayetteville hospital. Rev Thomas E Wyche dies at Jonesboro and to be buried there.
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Raleigh
N. C
D. F. Milam
Nashville, Tenn
Rockefeller Foundation
State Board of Health
North Carolina
Concord
Mary Widenhouse
Cabarrus County Superior Court
Fayetteville
Benjamin Parker
Lillington
Gatherings At Briggs Residence Share Picnic After Service
Deep River residents joined H. C. Briggs daughter Mrs O B James C E B Thornton and family Rev Waldo Woody and others for a post church picnic. Baskets were filled and a casual meal followed the 11 oclock service.
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Franklin Briggs
H. C. Briggs
O. B. James
C. E B. Thornton
Ralph Thornton
Waldo Woody
Family News And Illness Reports From Local Area
John Spencer visited his sister Mrs. Lester Davis at 1 High Point Point on Sunday. J L Skeen attended Oliver Spencer's funeral at Marlboro church on Monday of last week. Mrs Carey Bulla remains seriously ill at her home, with many friends expressing concern.
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John Spencer
High Point Point
Lester Davis
J. L. Skeen
Oliver Spencer
Marlboro Church
Carey Bulla
Jordan Speaks at Wesley Memorial Church
Rev G Ray Jordan of Wesley Memorial Methodist preached on What Religion Will Never Outgrow at Sunday service to a large congregation. He argued faith and spiritual integrity endure and Christianity uplifts humanity through Christ like fellowship and social adjustment.
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Father
G. Ray Jordan
Wesley Memorial Methodist Church
Mr. Jordan
Christ
Jesus
Walter Hansen's Tall Spruce Trees Ordered in Spokane
Spokane dealer receives a request from Walter Hansen of Bute Montana for two spruce trees. He specifies the trees be 80 feet tall and weigh about three tons each, matching the exact size requested.
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Spokane
Wash
Walter Hansen
Bute, Mont
Oldest Fence Post Contest Mention Sparks Baldridge Claim
The article notes Charles J Baldridge may win an informal oldest fence post contest as he shows a fence post around his garden put in 118 years ago by his grandfather. The posts are described as still in good condition.
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Kenda
Charles J. Baldridge
Secretary and Mountaineer Tract Unreadable in Virginia
Secretary Wilbur visits Skyland Virginia to inspect an isolated clan of 14 adults and 36 children living in shanties. Welfare worker Miriam Sizer says all children are malnourished and illiterate, with tuberculosis. relief funds and plans for cottage housing are discussed as aid attempts continue.
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England
Wilbur
Pact with Norway signed to boost American war shipping
On May 3 1918 the War Trade Board announced a commercial pact with Norway to increase American shipping for war needs. Ten passengers died when the liner Atlantique was torpedoed in the Mediterranean. the damaged Mner reached port. Western front activity was light though German raids occurred. Italian front saw resumed heavy fighting after two weeks of quiet. Austrian attacks near the Italian lines failed to gain ground.
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Norway
War Trade Board
United States
Atlantique
Mediterranean
Mner
Death by Own Action in Salisbury
John W. Linker 65 a state highway department employee shot himself to death at his Rockwell area home. The incident occurred in Salisbury and is reported as a suicide. Authorities released the basic facts without additional details.
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Salisbury
John W. Linker
State Highway Department
Rockwell
Warrant Charges Manslaughter in Child’s Death
Mrs. W. L. Harrell swears out a warrant charging manslaughter against H. D. Archer after her three year old daughter was struck and killed by his automobile.
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Charlotte
H. D. Archer
W. L. Harrell
Get Up Nights? Make This 25 Cent Test
An advertised home remedy promises to cleanse the bladder and remove impurities and excess acids to relieve irritation and leg backache during sleep. The notice cites Sign Point and Kaan Drag Stores, Incorporated as sources.
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Srac
Sign Point
Kaan Drag Stores, Incorporated
Ady
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