Obesity scams exposed by AMA at Chicago convention
The AMA warns against weight loss pills and gadgets that promise quick fixes. Experts note cellulose laxatives and vitamin supplements do not reduce weight, while true appetite suppressants require a doctor’s prescription. Diet and exercise remain the proven path to slimming.
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American Medical Association
Bureau of Investigation
AMA
Chicago
Field
U. S. Food and Drugs Administration
Junior
It's the Law: Key points for home purchase contracts
A signed contract binds buyer and seller, so terms must be clear. Specify land description, fixtures, plans if new, price and payment method, loan prerequisites, earnest money conditions, and title quality to avoid future regrets.
Cautionary note on contracts and printed forms for buyers
The article warns buyers how standard printed sales forms can omit vital oral agreements and essential terms. It emphasizes tailoring contracts to individual circumstances to avoid entanglements and future disputes. It cautions against blindly accepting forms and notes examples of common pitfalls.
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Blank Street
Banker Quits After 35 Years Opens Tulsa Fuel Stop
A long serving banker, after a doctor advised fresh air, leaves the bank and buys a filling station. On opening day a customer requests ten gallons for a trip to Tulsa and back. The banker warns him to try with five gallons, asking where he plans to go.
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Tulsa
Gas Tax Declared Unconstitutional by Texas Judge
District Judge Jack Roberts ruled a state tax on the gathering of natural gas unconstitutional. He said the levy burdened interstate commerce. Attorney General Daniel said he would appeal for the state. The decision could hasten a deficit ahead of the January legislative session.
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Austin
Jack Roberts
Daniel
Liberty
Roberts
R. S. Calvert
Old Before His Time Sunburn Worries Family
A four year old suffered a severe sunburn peeling skin while washing up for dinner. His mother recalls hearing him mutter about being “Only four years old and wearing out already” as he faced the painful aftermath.
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