Swiss Doctor Claims Cure for TB
Dr Gustav Maurer of Davos describes a tunneling method to treat tuberculosis cavities in the lung. He reports 38 treated cases since 1949 with an average 17 day germ clearance and says self administration of drugs via a tunnel is possible. The technique awaits U.S. trials and further study.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic City
N. J
American College of Chest Physicians
Gustav Maurer
Davos
Switzerland
Maurer
Edward A. Levine
Chicago
Ill
United States
Pynchon Acknowledged as Early American Meat Packer
William Pynchon of Springfield Massachusetts began driving cattle to Boston in 1655 marking an early American meat packing effort. The note highlights his pioneering role in the livestock trade during colonial times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Pynchon
Springfield
Mass
Boston
The Spice of Life and Lighter Moments
A collection of humorous quips and jokes on topics from judges and juries to fashion and sports. Pieces include a pun about Washington, a mink coat sales scene, and a ball game misread by a wife as a fielder’s catch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Smith
Bullet-Arm Joe Squirrel Hunt Ends Quiet Ozarks Day
In the Ozarks a city man hunting with the Bullet-Arm Joe method had not bagged a single squirrel as he emerged from the woods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ozarks
Divorce Petition Served in Grayson County Case No 57235
Citation issued for Frank H Grindstaff to answer Alta Grindstaff in the District Court of Grayson County Texas. Petition filed April 11 1949 requests divorce on grounds of cruel treatment. Issued May 16 1949 with response due by July 4 1949 at 10 a.m. before Judge in Sherman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Texas
Frank H. Grindstaff
A. D
District Court of
Grayson County
Court House
Sherman
Texas
Alta Grindstaff
S. V. Earnest
Iva Davidson
Farm youth and left-handed squirrel trick sparks baseball tryout
A farm boy amazes a city man by killing four squirrels with left-handed throws. The man, a baseball manager, offers a tryout hoping for a southpaw. The boy explains he is right-handed, his left-handed throwing due to a method.
Notice to Creditors Lucian Jones Estate
Clinton Jones administrator announces probate for Lucian Jones deceased. Creditors must present claims to Route 3 Whitewright Texas by the time required by law. Notices specify the administrator’s address and filing deadline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton Jones
Route 3
Whitewright
Texas
Lucian Jones
Right-Handed Thrower Vows Tough Talk On Opponents
A quoted boast shows a pitcher promising aggressive play and rough confrontation with rivals. The remark signals a bold, competitive mindset likely from a sports figure seeking to intimidate opponents and energize supporters.
Salvation Army Lassie Outwits Heckler Over Jonah Tale
A Salvation Army lassie silences a religious heckler with a witty reply about Jonah and the whale. When asked if Jonah spent three days in the belly, she says she’ll ask him in heaven. If he isn’t there, she’ll ask him anyway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jonah and the
Salvation Army
Jonah
Heaven
Comical Snoring Exchange Sparks Churchyard Laughs
A patient pleads for sleep aid to stop snoring. The doctor notes it is not serious but admits it disturbs his wife. The patient jokes his snoring disturbs the entire congregation, provoking lighthearted laughter.
Sheriff's Sale Notice in Grayson County Texas
Notice announces a sheriff sale under Case No. 57146 against B. B. Wilbanks et al for delinquent taxes with a 6 percent interest, to be held July 5, 1949, at the Grayson County courthouse, between 2 and 4 PM, for the property described as part of a survey from J. B. McAnair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Texas
Grayson
A. D
City of
Sherman
District Court
Grayson County
15Th Judicial District of Texas
B. B. Wilbanks
Texas
State of
J. B. McAnair
Towit
Sherman City street appropriation parcels 50 by 100 feet
Sheriff Markel Dicken of Grayson County announces a public sale of land in Sherman to satisfy a judgment and taxes. The parcel lies on the east line of Cemetery Street, 40 feet north of a noted corner, measuring 50 by 100 feet, with redemption rights preserved and proceeds to satisfy the lien.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Pennington
J. M. Pennington
Rickett Or
Cemetery St
Sherman
Markel Dicken
Grayson County
Texas
J. H. Brown
Also Mentioned on This Page
David Porter
Omaha
Utah
Normandy
George Washington
California
Great Plains
Far West
Nebraska
Junior
Dia-Mel
Kingston Drug Store
Denison
Rexall
DU Pont Dulux
la Rue
Katy
St. Louis
Kansas City Gate
Rywyyyy
Stephens & Bryant
Bassett Station
Sinclair Products
Edikonen Roofing Company
East Walker
Babelone
Babcock Auto Store
Pittsburgh
Kur
Whitewright Lumber Co
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!