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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1920
Page
11
Dr Connor of Johns Hopkins warns tobacco is deadly and causes fatal diseases. He promotes Nicotol tablets as a quick cure available at drug stores with a refund if unsuccessful. An upcoming announcement promises details on nicotine poisoning and avoidance.
An old ad touts Tiz as a remedy for aching, swollen feet and foot misery. It promises quick relief from corns bunions and raw spots with smaller shoes and a yearlong comfort guarantee.
Detective Spargo uncovers a murdered secretary named Marbury and an empty safe deposit box. Inquest reveals Marbury was taken to rooms by Stephen Avimore years ago. Spargo visits Market Milcaster to glean clues from elder locals at the Yellow Dragon while a silver heraldic device and a child’s photograph emerge from the box.
Spargo observes an evening scene as five venerable elders gather at the bar parlor. Mr. Quarterpage, a spry ninety, toasts with punch and cigars while others listen, men of wit and memory. A barmaid serves, and a young town figure briefly mingles with the patriarchs.
Spargo unveils a polished silver burgess ticket to a ring of elderly townsfolk. They recall its former privilege value, calling it an heirloom from a vanished race meeting. Spargo explains he found it in London and seeks its original owner in Market Milcaster. Continued on Page 10.
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