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Newspaper

The Daily Mail

Location

Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1929

Page

2

Prather Addresses PTA on Public Health in Schools

Dr Perry F Prather County Health Officer told Broadway Wayside Parent Teachers Association that disease control hinges on educating parents about child care. He cited lax vaccination laws in the county and smallpox outbreaks, urging that children stay home when ill and noting limited nurse coverage. He warned school closures alone are ineffective and rural areas are easier to manage. Mrs Frank Leiter presided and the next meeting will be in the evening for fathers to attend.

Perry F. Prather Broadway-Wayside ‘Parent-Teachers Association Prather Frank Leiter Association

Castoria: A Comfort for fretful babies and colic relief

A historic adv promotes Castoria as a vegetable baby remedy for infants and older children. It claims quick soothing of fretfulness, constipation, and colic, and urges keeping an extra unopened bottle for emergencies with doctors endorsing its safety.

Lifting Charge Against Governor Is Examined In Oklahoma

Oklahoma City January 16. The House committee probing Governor Henry S. Johnston’s administration investigates his past as a state detective in Perry keeper Buck Eldridge’s era. Crossthwaite pardon case remains the main focus as witnesses are pressed on the December 28 1928 pardon and the escaped convict listed in the penitentiary while a five year reward stood.

Oklahoma City Okla Henry S. Johnston House of Representatives Buck Eldridge Perry Crossthwaite Dewey Crossthwaite State Penitentiary

Surrey RTA Holds Book Day Meeting Friday

The Surrey R. T. A. will meet Friday January 18 at three o clock. Known as book day the committee invites parents to bring a used book to donate to the school library. A special program has been arranged.

Surrey R. T. A

Strangers Rob Garage Man at Rippetoe’s Garage

Thomas Bragonier, night man at 873 Virginia avenue, reported two men robbed him of 15 dollars late Tuesday night. The robbers arrived in a closed car, asked for a loan, became threatening after the refusal, and Bragonier surrendered the cash before police were notified.

Thomas Bragonier Rippetoe Virginia Avenue Bragonier

Don’t Let That Cold Turn Into Flu

A vintage medical ad urges readers to treat a cold promptly to prevent flu or pneumonia. It promotes Musterole, a mustard oil based salve, claiming it relieves congestion faster than mustard plasters without blisters. The product allegedly stimulates circulation and produces a warm tingling and cooling relief.

Unarmed Men Fail to Rob Cash Register, Local Clerk Says

A local clerk testified that two men, unarmed, entered the shop and did not attempt to steal money from the cash register. The incident involved $15 allegedly paid by the clerk from his own funds and remains under investigation.

One Glorious Night to Be Staged in Williamsport Hall

The musical comedy One Glorious Night opens tonight at 7 45 in the K of P Hall Williamsport. Irvin Parisst and Lawrence Springer star with Parisst in blackface. Ike Davies Frank Taylor and Roland Davies lead singing with strong music. Perless Athletic Club presents the show.

K. of P. Hall Williamsport Irvin Paristt Lawrence Springer Ike Davies Frank Taylor Roland Davies Perless Athletic Club

Keedysville couple host hog roast for neighbors and kin

Mr and Mrs Louie Lowman of Keedysville butchered seven hogs on Wednesday and served a large dinner to Charles Bussard Frank Zimmerman James Griffith Walter and Gardner Lowman Rev and Mrs William Jackson and children Leon and Rachael Mr and Mrs Harry Lowman and daughter Katherine Mrs August Lowman Mrs M D Reel Mrs Anna Griffith and Miss Reva Lowman at a communal gathering.

Louie Lowman Keedysville Charles Bussard Frank Zimmerman James Griffith Walter Gardner Lowman William Jackson Leon Rachael Harry Lowman Katherine August Lowman M. D. Reel Anna Griffith Reva Lowman

Man uses alias to try for new auto license in court

Peter F Hull was arraigned in the Police Court on misrepresenting facts to obtain a license. Witnesses testified Hull had a prior DUI conviction and a revoked operating card. He claimed the name Francis Peter Hull in applying for a new license and was fined 25 dollars plus costs.

Richard Duffey Peter F. Hull Hull Francis Peter Hull Peter I. Hull

Veterinarians Attend Maryland Association Meeting in Baltimore

Doctors W. F. Cruickshanks J. C. Mullineaux and O. K. Hoffman travel to Baltimore today for the Maryland Veterinarians Association state meeting to discuss professional matters and future programs.

W. F. Cruickshanks J. C. Mullineaux O. K. Hoffman Baltimore Maryland Veterinarians’ Association

Salesman Wanted for Maryland and Virginia

A dependable ambitious salesman aged forty to fifty five is sought to call on drug, hardware, general stores and merchants in small towns. Must drive own car and maintain upkeep. Five days weekly, good honesty reference. Salary and expenses or straight commission after two travel days. Write full past experience age and details. Expect at least twelve weekends away yearly. Address John G. Ten Eyck Hotel Hamilton Hagerstown Md.

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Precautions Against Colds and Flu in Epidemic Times

A brief health note advises two simple daily precautions to avoid catching influenza. Maintain a strong, well-functioning system and avoid laxatives during epidemics. It endorses Nujol as drug-free and harmless, and promotes Mistol to protect the nose and throat as the second precaution.

Doctor endorses Mistol for daily nasal care and protection

Dr. David recommends taking Mistol twice daily to clear the nose and throat, with a dropper for nasal use and a gargle option. He touts its healing effect, germ protection, and compatibility with Nujol, urging readers to buy at druggists for influenza prevention.

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DR. Prather T. OF Schools Natit Castoria Girs Catherine Wing Stella Harper Mammoth Utah United States Catherine Los Angeles Jars & Tubes Neering Popclns Gruber Colonial Theatre Potomac ST Alice Ane Maryland Virginia John G. Ten Eyck Hotel Hamilton Hagerstown Dr. David Mister East Ave Rinso Lux—Levet Brothers Co Cambridge Mass Linse
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