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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1926

Page

8

Pollution of The Mississippi Threatens Twin Cities Health

St Paul Minn Jan 12 doctors diagnose a serious illness described as pollution affecting the Mississippi source. Engineers estimate a cure may cost about 25 million dollars with proposed joint sewer intercepts and a shared disposal tank for Minneapolis and St Paul after early warnings by the State Board of Health.

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State highway contracts awarded for early spring work

The state highway department plans or has advertised all 1926 projects in the district except seven road projects and six bridge projects. Officials expect these to be completed by February 1, a record early start for the year.

State Highway Department

Mentho Sulphur Cream Aids Eczema Sufferers

A skin specialist promotes Mentho Sulphur as effective against fiery itching eczema. The sulfur preparation aims to soothe and heal the skin, leave it clear and smooth, and relieve disfigurement. Advertises ITEHA CO Inc New York.

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Garter Flasks Sweep Bristol Dances Sparks Fashion Trend

In Bristol Virginia on January 12 the garter flask craze grows at dances and parties. Ornate silver canteens, known as three drink containers, sold well as Christmas gifts. Their appeal lies in discreet liquor carrying and evading search laws. A flask slipped during a dance but was recovered by the wearer’s escort.

Bristol

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