Farming hazards and Prohibition talk in 1929 letter
A 1929 letter from Winchester Virginia argues farming is hazardous and jokes about Prohibition. It cites Americans spending in Canada and Europe, critiques bootleggers, notes many saloons, and mocks political promises. It ends with a quip about football safety versus the electric chair.
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Stu
Canada
Europe
Katbos
Pittsburg
Kan
Wilson
Frederick County
Frederick
James E. Pepper
Sunny Brook
Seal
Pennsylvania
John Winston Meade
Winchester
Norton Publishing Company Sold to W R Pifer
Interests of Geo F Norton in the Norton Publishing Company sold to W R Pifer. The firm ceased operations on December 31. All debts due by the firm should be settled within 30 days and all claims presented for payment. Signed Geo F Norton and TM Heltzeimer.
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Geo. F.norton
Geo. F. Norton Publishing Company
W. R Pifer
Prevent Epidemic With Vicks VapoRub Amid Cold Season
Local health officials warn against neglecting colds as influenza and pneumonia spread. A vigorous nightly rub with Vicks VapoRub on throat and chest helps by releasing vapors to air passages and drawing out pain, suitable for children without disturbing digestion. Over 21 million jars used yearly.
Great Gas Cloud Seen In Space By Cornell Expert
S L Boothroyd of Cornell University reports discovery of a vast invisible gas cloud near Cassiopeia's Chair. Observations at Dominion Astro Observatory Victoria used spectroscope to detect calcium gas composition.
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Cornell
Associated Press
Ithaca
N. Y
Constellation
Cassiopeia
S.L. Boothroyd
Fuertes Observatory
Cornell University
Victoria
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Geo. F. Norton, TM Heltzeimer
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Rene
T Capitol Grand Organ
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East Piccadilly
Farmers & Merchants National
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the Union Bank OF Winchester
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