First Woman to Enter North Carolina Legislature
Julia M. Alexander, a noted lawyer and descendant of Revolutionary War figures, will be the lone woman in the 120 member House and 60 member Senate as the General Assembly convenes January 7. She won the second highest vote among eight Mecklenburg candidates and faces a session with high national and international attention on her role as a pioneering legislator. A separate note mentions Seventh Day Adventist claims by C F Weertz and J J Thardman of rapid end-time transport.
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Bank as Drug Cache Prevented by Police
Paris reports police ongoing narcotics crackdown drives drug users to seek hiding places. A young woman arrived at the Bank of France in a limousine and was followed to the safety deposit section where detectives arrested her as she prepared to deliver 400 grains of drugs in her handbag.
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Blood Therapy Claimed as Cure for Alcohol Drinkers
In Rome on December 6 seven drinkers under Dr Fraschetti's care developed a revulsion to alcohol after a treatment that involved drawing their blood, sterilizing it, and reinjecting sizable doses of their own sterilized blood. The doctor asserts it is a sure cure, while noting many practitioners exist but few physicians.
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End of World Declared for February 6 Version
Mej Dec 6. Rockland reports a sensational claim that the end of the world is due February 6, noting skepticism about the election’s impact on existence and political matters.
Former baseball figure Dr. Fergusson pioneers bone setting
Boston readers learn that Dr Ce el Fergusson known as Fergy, once a Giants and Braves pitcher, now runs a bone setting practice in Terre Haute Indiana. He attracts attention after six Illinois football players led by Red Grange visited him recently.
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Indian tobacco grower is dad of 33 children
Doctor Ernest Jones, a Cherokee Indian and tobacco grower from Caswell County, N C, is father to 33 children. The youngest is 12 months old and the oldest is 68. At 86 he has been married three times and claims 26 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. He remains in good health with sharp vision and a strong constitution.
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Incensed Bee Sues Neighbor for 2000 Dollars
Mrs. August Huehl files a $2000 damages suit against Phillip Rudolph, neighbor and beekeeper, claiming a bee caused her untold agony after being recklessly abused by its owner. The complaint states the bee left home incensed and harassed by Rudolph, prompting the action.
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Ruth Teaches Kamm How To Improve Batting Style
Ruth and Willie Kamm discussed batting, urging a change to avoid a minor league return. Kamm’s flat hit approach to the ball led to a sagging average, as pitchers exploited the flaw and his form drew scrutiny from the San Francisco youth’s performance.
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Railroads Employ 1.8 Million, Pay 240 Million in September
American railroads employed 1,801,296 workers at the end of September and paid out a total compensation of 240 million dollars. The figures reflect payrolls across the industry as of the close of the third quarter, underscoring large labor costs and workforce size.
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Interstate Commerce Commission Reports Employment Drop From 1923 Levels
The Interstate Commerce Commission reports today that the number of persons employed was 144 621 less than September 1923 figures. The report notes a significant decline compared with the same month in 1923, highlighting a drop in employment levels.
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Fulghums Extends Hours For Christmas Shoppers Next Week
Fulghums store will stay open until nine each night next week to help Christmas shoppers. Office staff remark on Al Smith’s re election and criticize graft in public office.
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