Hookworm Disease Linked to Poor Education in Rural South
A state health speech traces hookworm infection to malnutrition and weakness among rural children, noting its impact on school progress and economic efficiency. Doctors from the Public Health Service warn the disease is not new but preventable, urging better life and sanitation to exterminate the ailment.
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A. Plecker
Charles W. Stiles
United States Public Health Service
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Sis
Department of Health
Hookworm Disease and Prevention in Rural Areas
The article describes hookworm infection, its life cycle and impact on health, especially in rural populations. It notes how larvae enter via bare feet, causes ground itch, anemia, and stunted growth, and emphasizes sanitation and public health measures to prevent transmission and promote treatment. It also links prevention to broader health laws and Deuteronomy guidance.
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Department of Health
Virginia Military Institute elects surgeon and cadet appointments
The VMI board of visitors elected Dr. C Hunter McClung as surgeon succeeding Dr. Reid White. The military staff was re elected with Col W T Poague as treasurer Capt J W Gilmore as commissary and quartermaster Capt J W Gillock as assistant military store keeper. State cadet appointments listed by district include C H Carson Abingdon H P Sewell Janceville R E Wy sor Dublin W H Humphries Clifton Forge E J Clipton Rappahannock county N McG Ewel Greene county J H Payne Fluvanna
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Lexington
Virginia Military Institute Board of Visitors
C. Hunter McClung
Reid White
W. T. Poague
J. W. Gilmore
J. W. Gillock
C. H. Carson
Abingdon
H. P. Sewell
Janceville
R. E. Wysor
Dublin
W. H. Humphries
Clifton Forge
E. J. Clipton
Rappahannock County
N. McG. Ewel
Greene County
J. H. Payne
Fluvanna
Ground itch disease case notes and political district list
A fragment describes a child recovering from a hookworm infection with improved color and energy after treatment, noting gradual disease effects and watery stool. The text then lists several district representatives and candidates including O H West Waverly R Hurt Blackstone C O Kimberly Hampton J N Richards Front Royal C F Cross Henrico C W Crist Lexington E P Conquest Richmond C T Holtzman Luray F W Carter Warrenton S M Lunt Alexandria T M Chambilas North Em-
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Warrenton
S. M. Lunt
Alexaénia
T. M. Chambilas
North Em
LexingtonNames and alternates listed by county officials
Pee Sewane Lynchby Cc Chapin Jr Richmond Cc R Conner McWilliams L L Lech Lexington Alternates Decatur Holomb Dan ville second A R Holderby Jr Richmond third E lL Somers Ac comac county fourth H W Rogers Northampton county 1fth Cc F Worrall Dublin sixth G G TL Marshall Rockingham county seventh M and Marcum New Upton elghth Rt Wagener Shenandoah county ninth Roserbaam Wythe tenth W P Money Albemarle county
Masonic Player Injured by Oppellows Throw
Harold A. Allen Deputy State Superintendent of Schools is hospitalized with a compound fracture after being struck at bat by a ball pitched by George B. McCurdy of the Odd-Fellows team during a local Masonic baseball game in Augusta Maine.
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Augusta
Harold A. Allen
George BE. McCurdy
Odd-Fellows
Thieves Routed by Revolver Fire in Richmond
In Richmond a boarding house burglary at 704 East Leigh Street ended with Joe Saunders firing three shots down a hall. He says two burglars fled after being struck by bullets, while a third fired back. Mrs. Lizzie Devereux confirms the pistol discharged in her hall and that no bullet traces remain in walls. The morning report notes authorities were notified of a man hiding with two bullets in his back, though exact details remain uncertain.
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Richmond
Joe Saunders
East Leigh Street
Lizzie Devereux
Mr. Saunders
U D C Reports Fine Progress At Chatham Convention
The Second District Virginia Division of the United Daughters of the Confederacy met in Chatham on May 24 with the Rawley Martin Chapter hosting. Reports praised chapter growth, marker projects, and relief fund contributions. discussions covered officer elections, minutes distribution, and urging chapters to fund Arlington monuments and Confederate Museum efforts.
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Charlotte Courthouse
Virginia
United Daughters of the Confederacy
Chatham
Rawley Martin
R. G. McLees
Charles C. Guthrie
Merchant
Guthrie
Bath
Old Dominion
Lynchburg
Anne Eliza Johnson
Danville
William R. Terry
Bedford City
Halifax
South Boston
H.A. Carrington
Charlotte
Arlington
Shiloh
Stuart Wharton
Patrick County
Mildred Lee
Martinsville
Appomattox
Diana Mills
Buckingham County
Fluvanna
Confederate Museum
Keystone
Hilda Forsberg
Eller
Little Rock
B. D. Taylor
Richmond
Pattie Spruce
Arlington Monument
Randolph
Bocock
Moses Ezekiel
T. S. Bocock
N. Vv. Randolph
Enders Robinson
Elson
Hart
State Normal
Farmville
Brown
Randolph- Macon Institute
Earl
Roanoke
Montague
W. Co. N. Merchant
N. D. Eller
Unmasked burglars fail to harm Saunders in dark room
Mrs Saunders recounts that burglars were not masked and that darkness prevented her husband from aiming at her. She insists the burglars did not enter their room, she stayed in bed, bullets missed her, and the incident ended within minutes as she alerted neighbors.
Medical College of Virginia and Civil War surgeons
The Medical College of Virginia, founded in 1838 and now in its seventy third year, trained many Confederate Army surgeons during the Civil War. It remained the only Southern medical school in session, with 1915 total graduates, and was housed initially at the old Union Hotel site on Main Street before being deeded to the State for funds.
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Confederacy
Medical College of Virginia
Hampden-Sidney College
South
Union
Main Streets
Ordecai
Richmond
Dulaney Sentenced to Ten Years in Tennessee Penitentiary
Foy W. Dulaney, once a noted society and fraternity figure, was found guilty of embezzlement in two Jonesboro circuit court cases, with total sentences totaling ten years. He chose prison over risking ten more years in two undecided cases, after embezzling about $20,000 including insurance funds. He fled with his wife and child. a female stenographer disappeared. Dulaney, age forty, was later captured in Kingston Jamaica.
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Bristol, Tenn
Foy W. Dulaney
Jonesboro
Dulaney
Baltimore
Kingston
Jamaica
Why He Wears Them In A Humorous Exchange
A Louisville Courier Journal quip records a playful exchange about whiskers. One speaker notes growing them until fall to avoid disappointing summer boarders who tease about facial hair. The item captures light local humor rather than a major event.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Community Chapter Reports Share Mixed Engagement
Dr John Thompson of Amherst shows lack of interest while Alleghany Covington reports good condition with contributions to Monuments and Funds. Julia Jackson Clifton Forge praises a wide awake chapter with a $25 Relief Fund gift. Winnie Davis Buena Vista notes good condition and engaging meetings. Jubal Early Rocky Mount reports good work and contributions to Relief Fund and Monuments. Mary Custis Lee Lexington records increased interest and attendance.
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John Thompson
Amherst County
Alleghany
Covington
Julia Jackson
Clifton Forge
Winnie Davis
Buena Vista
Jubal Early
Rocky Mount
Mary Custis Lee
Lexington
District reports and questions discussed at meeting
The chairman opened discussion on district reports and questions. The president stressed district work and the need for good. Crosses will be bestowed June 3 and main work completed for Stonewall Jackson Hospital. Several local reports show inactivity or notes for reorganizing plans in various areas.
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Ance
Stonewall Jackson Hospital
Old Dominion
Lynchburg
Cumberland—Plang
John S. Mosby
Lovingston
Progressive age shapes party stance on Harmon nomination
In a conversation about Governor Harmon the speakers reject him as a candidate, calling his nomination a backward step for the party. They also discuss an Indiana bill requiring daily publication of newspaper publishers owners and the managing editor, noting they have not yet reviewed the measure.
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Harmon
Barnhart
Indiana
Publicity on newspaper ownership discussed at Union Station
Debates on requiring newspapers with large circulation to file stock holder and creditor lists with a federal department. The speaker advocates transparency for press ownership. At Union Station, many Columbia friends welcomed the prominent figure, reflecting on past visits and public interest.
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Washington
Union Station
Columbia
Jews Back Taft Reelection In Washington Meeting
In Washington D C a reception for Chief Rabbis Margolis and Levinthal praised President Taft and urged Orthodox Jewish groups to rally for his 1912 renomination. L B Gottlieb led the resolution pledging united support as Rabbis Silverstone Margolis Levinthal spoke on Taft s tolerant liberal leadership and immigration policy. The event drew numerous Orthodox congregants and was conducted in Yiddish.
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Washington, D. C
Taft
Margolis
New York
Levinthal
Philadelphia
L. 8. Gottlieb
Margolis and Levinthal
Ahove Sholem
G. G. Silverstone
United States
Taftan
Rabbi Silverstone
Russia
Hich
America
Rabbi Gordon
Pottsville
House Passes Wool Tariff Bill
The House approved the Democratic wool revision bill by 221 to 100 amid a rejected Republican motion to recommit until the tariff board completes investigations. Taft noted information delays, praising the tariff board. The measure lowers raw wool duty to 20 percent from 44 percent and reduces wool manufactures duties from about 90 percent to around 42 percent ad valorem.
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Washington, D. C
House
Tariff Board
Taft
Ad Valorem
Posse Search for Train Robbers Near Memphis
Special police with a posse scour the country near Memphis to locate three masked men who robbed an Illinois Central passenger train on the city outskirts last night. They forced mail clerks at gunpoint, stole a registered mail snck, and fled into darkness as the train slowed.
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Memphis, Tenn
Special
Memphis
Illinois Central
Murine Eye Comfort Tubes Launched in New Size Range
A text fragment notes Murine eye comfort products in aseptic tubes and new size options. Mentions Maurine Reme and Warr Eyea in a retail context. Details are unclear but indicate product line expansion for eye care.
Coronation Day Prep Chooses London as Police Arm and Parade Ground
London bristles with troops and police as 45 000 soldiers prepare for King George and Queen Mary coronation in Westminster Abbey. Officers from the Delaware American battleship arrive as the city seals off streets with iron gates. Crowning rehearsal proceeds with proxies, peers in robes, and pages in eighteenth century attire.
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London
King George
Queen Mary
Westminster Abbey
Buckingham Palace
Duke of Connaught
Edward
Flowers
Bay
Gove
United States
Delaware
Admiralty
Spithead
Solent
England
Frost
Scotland Yard
Neild
Hyde Park
Wormwood Scrubbs
Regent's Park
Battersea Park
Kensington
Hampton Court
Kitchener
Lord Kitchener
Mary
Great Britain
Lord Carpenter
Ripon
Queens Hall
Envoy John Hays Attends Connaught Dinner at Clarence House
A busy day for John Hays as United States envoy he meets with colleagues and participates in the coronation events. Special envoy Mr Hammond joins afternoon meetings and this evening attends the Duke of Connaught hosted dinner at Clarence House with colonial and other envoys.
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John Hays
United States
Mr. Hammond
Duke of Connaught
Clarence House
Havemeyer Defends Trusts Before Congress
Horace Havemeyer, son of the late Henry Havemeyer, testifies in Washington before the House sugar trust inquiry. He argues that trusts benefit the public, saying monopolies are preferable to bankruptcy for smaller refiners and that reasonable mergers aid investors and consumers. He asserts combinations outperform a mix of large and small refiners with limited capital and know how.
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Washington, D. C
Horace Havemeyer
Henry Havemeyer
House
Baker
Young Havemeyer
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Blood Current
Barefoot
Otd
Board OF Visitors OF
Virginia Military Institute
Masonic
Oppellow
East Leigh
Joseph Saunders
U. D.C
Southern Medical School
Tennessee
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