Shrouded corpse scene stirs sheriff office tensions
In a county jail scene tied to the execution of William A. Staltz for killing Policeman John H. Adarna, officials report eerie events as Stultz’s shroud is displayed and a box on the mantel yields a moving, mysterious rustle. A fear of haunting and a stray mouse emerge amid heightened anxieties about those blamed for the tragedy.
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William A. Staltz
John H. Adarna
Fred. Lck
Shariff Jones
Stiell
Mule
Magene Alexander
Aaron Anders
Adama
Stultz
Syéa Wulged
Sherif
Ladies Of Our Congress Arrive in Washington
The two women members of Congress arrive in Washington. On the left Mrs W H Felton, Georgia senator nominated to fill the late Senator Watson’s unexpired term. On the right Winifred Mason Huck, congresswoman from Illinois.
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Congress
Washington
W. H Felton
Georgi
Watson
House of Representatives
Winifred Mason Huck
Illinoie
Mail Box Law Is Postponed
The Postoffice Department postponed the effective date of the no mail, no box requirement from January 1 to March 1 due to demand for letter boxes. The delay is discretionary and not a waiver of the rule or a relaxation of enforcement.
Offetala of all women's clubs in Hagerstown meet
Offetala of all women’s clubs in Hagerstown will meet tomorrow night at the Washington County Health facility to discuss local civic activities and community services.
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Hagerstown
Washington County Health
Cured My Rupture Free Trial Offered by Captain Collinge
A failed operation left Captain Collings bedridden for years due to a double rupture. He discovered a self cure after doctors failed and trusses proved useless. A free one week trial of a treatable rupture method is offered by Capt W A Collinge Inc with a coupon to test at home.
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Collings
Truss
Aong
Col Nage
W. A. Collinge, Inc
Watertown
Hagerstown Misses Free Health Department Offer
Demonstration follows Dr RB Norment address on the city health work and why Hagerstown did not act on his offer of a free health department. Public speakers urge action as residents discuss municipal health services and potential benefits.
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RB. Norment
Hagerstown
Bridge moved on rolls to shift 78 feet this year
Engineering work to relocate the Jack's Run bridge linking Pillsbury and Bellevue by rolling it 75 feet from its origin site. The old structure will carry traffic while two new concrete approaches are built. Streetcar racks and wires will accompany the bridge during the move. The Jack's Run span is 740 feet long and 160 feet high, built at about $104,000. Recruiting officers from Fort Myer, Va arrived to fill vacancies in the Second Field Artillery. Corporal Alfred Simoes notes soldiers from Hagerstown are at the base on five days of leave. Building permits issued for a frame garage at 18x24 feet on Mulberry and a double brick house, 32x42 feet on Mulberry Avenue, and a concrete block garage 23x26 feet at 49 East Avenue.
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Pillsbury
Bel [Levue
Jack's Run
Ibwan
Fort, Myer
Second Field Artillery
Alfred ‘Simoes
Fort Myer
Hagerstown
Gerring
Bam
Wield Artillery
John Charles
Mulberry Street
Eliott ‘Haines
Maulberry Avenue
G L. Main
East Avenue
Corcrete
Bruce studying big issues before Senate return
William Cael Bruce, Maryland’s Democratic senator elect, will wait to take his seat before commenting on national issues. He declined requests to write on measures like ship subsidy and border policies, saying he will take a clear stand after taking office and will study the questions beforehand. The Washington Co. Library added several books to its weekly list ending November 23, 1972, including works by Alvaryes, Asquith, Carrie, Byrne, Cather, Franklin, Hearn, Poole, Pryde. An article notes a patient recovering from rheumatic pain attributed to kidney issues, praising Toby Kidney Pills for relief after five months of suffering.
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William Cael Bruce
Maryland
Senate
Bruce
Gace
Washington
Old-Time Cold Cure Tea Teaches Simple Remedy
A faded note touts a Hamburg tea from Tamburg Breast Pea said to cure colds and grip. Mix a tablespoonful with a cup of water, strain, and drink any time. Claimed to loosen bowels, relieve congestion, and be inexpensive and harmless.
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Alec
Sage and Sulphur Hair Darkening Tonic Ad
An old advertisement promotes Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound to darken gray hair. It claims easy home use with a sponge or brush to cover strands, promising natural, even coloring and glossy, luxurious results after one or two applications.
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Wyeth
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W. J. Oliver
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Georgia
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City Pharmacy
David P. Schinde
H. Py Middekautt
Howard 2. Young and Co-Operative Drug Co
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Yalu
USA
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THY Fleisiuck CO. Ee Es
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Jersey
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