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Newspaper
The Dillon Herald
Location
Dillon, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1909
Page
6
Londar county education committee chairman announced a discovery that X rays used on students’ scalps curl hair. Photographs showed curls as evidence, prompting debate among parents who fear harm despite the claimed overall benefit and potential routine use in future hairdressing.
A fragmented notice outlines a guided trip conducted by representatives along a route to view a new statue and scenic areas. It invites locals to join, promising a practical look at the countryside and an opportunity to see a public work in progress, with information available by mail.
An old Canadian style testimonial letter promotes Tetterine for eczema ringworm old sores and related skin ailments. The quirky note mentions cures for various conditions and references the product manufacturer with names and locations such as Morvin Alabama Grapes Savanna and Divegno. The misspelled text imitates vintage ad copy and serves as a historical example of early medical product promotion.
The article notes a remarkable economic transformation in the South with increased exports of manufactures and raw materials. It highlights farming diversification, rising cotton, tobacco, rice and sugar outputs, plus near-by iron ore, ore, lumber aiding manufacturing growth. Domestic demand strengthens and the region seeks its own markets beyond raw materials for external manufacturers. The Troy Times reflects on broader South welfare.
Harvard elder statesman Professor George Herbert Palmer urged Radcliffe and Harvard students to mix social life with study. He said flirting helps learn social life and warns against overemphasis on books. He noted his own marriages and advised a balance of study and light social activity.
New York police chief inspector vows to catch the killer in the Elsie Sigel murder. Ling and Chung Ling are named as prime suspects after the trunk with the girl's body circulated through multiple locations from Eighth Avenue to Newark. police say Ling may have traveled to Washington, but timelines and witness rooms suggest he remained in the city. authorities coordinate with East Coast sites to trap the suspect as Chinese laundries receive warnings.
Brandenburg Gut and Co. new york case ends in acquittal on grand larceny tied to a fake Grover Cleveland letter to The New York Times. He is immediately rearrested and to be sent to St. Louis for trial on fraud in enticing a child’s parents. Missouri law imposes up to twenty years for the offense. bail set at 5000 dollars as officials arrive.
Boston report cites Dean of Radcliffe refusing to discuss Prof Palmer’s dating advice as a reporter notes flirtation among students. The dean warns the reporter away while expressing uncertainty about the guidance and denying openness to talk on the matter.
Elizabeth Monk a 17 year old Bell telephone exchange worker in Philadelphia drank carbolic acid and died after a chief operator reprimand she believed mocked her for flirting. She left a note blaming public shaming and insult during a conversation with a caller who insulted her on the wire. Her death followed a failed attempt to face her coworkers.
After a train hold up last week near Kamloops two robbers fought with heavy arms. one was killed by Constable Rucker. Detective Draper of Spokane traces the bandits to a tunnel at Red Gulch two miles east of Ashcroft British Columbia and asks for assistance. Hired: Spokane clothes. one robber wore Spokane clothes. C. H. Hix named general manager of Seaboard Air Line. CR. Capps made freight traffic manager. changes follow resignations of W. A. Garrett and L. Sevier. offices abolished.
Brooklyn citizen Frederick Loha, found guilty of pilfering while employed as a conductor for the Rapid Company, is sentenced by Judge Dike to not less than two and a half years and not more than five years in Sing Sing. The case presents a record of stealings and profits noted in the memorandum.
State Health Department teams visit summer resorts across the state to gather information on sanitary conditions. They focus on methods of hygiene and cleanliness, inspecting facilities and practices to improve public health standards.
Columbia. After two days of dragging and diving in the canal, the body of Arthur LL Royster was found about 8 o'clock Tuesday night at the Gervais street gates. He had drowned Monday morning and drifted nearly three miles. The body was taken to Ford on the Bea board train Wednesday morning, accompanied by his brother Tom, a Mason delegation, and a group of friends and officials.
In United States District Court on Tuesday Judge Newman said he could not find fault in the manner the grand jury was drawn and sworn. The remarks referred to motions by the First National Bank of Asheville and related bankruptcy cases seeking delays in the proceedings.
English authorities discuss age testing in poultry with methods for hens and cocks. Indicators include skin texture, leg condition, and spur presence, with variations by bird type. The article explains caponizing economics, incubation practices, and feeding notes for poultry such as geese and ducks, plus care tips and garlic use in feed.
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