Physicians oppose Prohibition on medical use of alcohol
Dr Howard Kelly and other physicians told a Baltimore hearing that alcohol including brandy should be allowed for medical prescription under the Volstead act. They urged repeal of harsh prohibitions and argued many doctors rely on alcohol for legitimate treatments. Critics warned against weakening the law and highlighted risks to public health.
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Howard
Kelly
Baltimore
Cok
Albert Robinn
Phese
Cleaver
Whipkey
Stywell
Wisgi
Robin
Hoteart Hare
Sorecaneia
Far UK
Senin Ek Omar Er Neco
Rochester
Wis
Alec
Wasowell
Delaware
Church Convention Observed at Spring Meeting in Front Royal
A Protestant Episcopal church convention convenes at Salvary Church in Front Royal with several senior members of the Christ Auxiliary present. The event features Ker. B. 1 if pandecne and Miss Bradford of Clarke County returning from a trip North to visit a relative.
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Epring
Biscops
Tow
Salvary Church
Front Royal
Christ U Auxiliary
China
Miss Bradford
Clarke_coun
Spinach Kale Dandelion and Chard As Winter Greens
USDA guidance highlights spinach as a top greens crop for home gardens with autumn or spring planting and tight space. It notes New Zealand spinach as heat tolerant, dandelion greens for spring sowing and blanching, kale as hardy winter greens, and chard harvest by leaf tops without harming the plant.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Savoy
New Zealand
Winchester Life and Death Stats 1918 Bulletin Summary
State Health Department bulletin 1918 vital statistics shows Winchester births 152, death 75, birth rate 28.57 per 1000, death rate 27.13. Town mails higher due to in-migration for funerals. 114 marriages total, 18 divorces, Frederick County births 254, deaths 150, divorce rate 4 per cent in town vs county twice.
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State Department of Health
Iso
Winché@éster
Patt Bir
Winchester
Wrence
Cupid
Frederick County
Rederick
Frederick
Byrd and Semayey Move to Rosemont Orchard Habitat
Mr H F Byrd and Semayey relocate to a bungalow at Rosemont orchard near Sater Ale, aiming for a new home amid harsh conditions as enemies press close.
Hood's Pills Promoted for Liver and Stomach Relief
An old advertisement text touts Hood's Pills from the G I Hood Co of Lowell Massachusetts claiming to ease biliousness constipation and indigestion to lift mood and mental clarity. The copy emphasizes liver support and general well being.
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G.I. Hood Co
Lowell
Mase
Stephens event features Russian relief worker and exhibit
An April 23 observance at the mas csty school will include a musical program and a talk by Anna J. Haines about her two years in Russia and Siberia doing refugee relief work. She will wear native costume and display souvenirs while sharing experiences. Mrs W A Bradford visits relatives in the city. Dundee's role as a leading Scottish industrial center and its jute industry are noted.
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Mas Csty
Anna J. Haines
Winchester
Frederick County
I Crogs
Russia
Siberia
Dundee
Stern
Scotland
United Kingdom
Estate settlement suit in Frederick County court order
Clerk Brannon of Frederick County issues an order in a probate suit filed by J Mellinger against Aaron G Mellinger and others. The order requires defendants not residing in Virginia to appear within ten days of publication and directs publication in The Evening Star for four weeks and posting at the courthouse by March 29 1920.
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Frederick
Aaron
G. Mellinger
D. H. Mellinger
Dee
M. Ma Lynch
Susan Gowers
Daniel Wright
Jesse Wright
Susan G. Sowers
Frederick. Wright
Virginia
Evening Star
Winchester
Egyptian Barber Resembles Ancient Surgeon in Village Practice
A village barber, akin to an ancient surgeon, is described as performing medical tasks after passing a legal examination. He can vaccinate, apply cupping, dress wounds, and prescribe medicines, highlighting the barber’s quasi-medical role in the community.
Teak History and Trade Beetles in Ancient Timber
A fragmentary note discusses teak wood and its enduring value spanning centuries. It mentions teak as a durable timber used in construction and trade, with scattered references to sources and import mentions. The text reads as a rough mosaic of terms about teak, its growth height, and related lumber terms.
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Sjamz
Calomel Warned As Dangerous Dental Remedy
A historical consumer warning describes calomel as mercury compounds dangerous to take. It claims calomel causes rapid illness and cramps, urging avoidance of the substance in medical use and dental care.
Dodson’s Liver Tone Ad Claim Misleads Consumers
A vintage advertisement touts Dodson’s Liver Tone as a safe vegetable laxative that starts the liver without causing distress and claims it is a perfect substitute for calomel. It warns against calomel for its side effects and suggests giving the product to children as harmless.
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Dodson
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Fecadilly Sé
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