Three stages of colds outlined by Dr. Wells
Washington reports Dr. Walter A. Wells of Georgetown University outlines a three stage approach to colds. He advises general treatment in the first two stages, and local alkaline antiseptics in the last stage, with prevention and rest as key measures. He warns against vaccine claims and promotes hydration and alkaline remedies.
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Washington
Walter A. Wells
Georgetown University
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Deer Rescued From Chicken Yard in Stamford
In Stamford Connecticut two policemen used lassos to capture a 250 pound deer that leaped into Enrico D Apriles chicken run framed by a 10 foot wire fence. After several attempts the officers lassoed the deer by front and hind legs and transported it to a farm outside the city for treatment before release.
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Stamford
Conn
Enrico D'Apriles
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O'Neill
Crucified on a Train Drama Staged for Publicity
Berlin variety actor sought fame with a crucifixion on a train compartment. He paid a Berlin surgeon 250 dollars to carve wounds that would scar. The stunt failed as infections ruined the scars and patrons did not attend. He sued but the court dismissed the claim, calling the contract immoral.
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Berlin
Standard charges set by Peekskill physicians
In Peekskill New York twenty physicians announced standard rates for medical advice. A telephone consultation costs $1 while office visits are $2 during office hours and $3 after hours. Home or hospital calls run $3 in the day and $4 after 10 pm. The $1 fee aims to deter telephone use to dodge higher visit fees.
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Peekskill
N. Y
One Customer Who Was Not Asking for Credit
A barber recalls switching to cash payment after toying with a tally by nicking customers. He explains the shift from credit to immediate payment and notes customers no longer request credit, as told in a London Tit-Bits style anecdote.
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Tally
London
Depew mocks philosophy and relativity in witty quips
The late Chauncey M. Depew lampooned philosophy as a blind man in a dark room seeking a hat that isn’t there. He compared relativity to the Pat and Mike dialogue and joked about knowing the unknown and the act of not knowing.
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Chauncey M. Depew
Pat
Mike
New Jersey Emulates California Real Estate Pitch
A Camden real estate man tried to sell a lot to a Californian. The deal progressed slowly until the buyer heard a humming sound. The seller explained it was the theme song for a mosquito revue.
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California
Camden
Los Angeles Times
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