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The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

Today's squad departing from here
at 2:30 this afternoon had the fol-
lowing ball players included: In
feeders Holke, Chester Russell and
Asher, and Outfielders Reb Russell,
Mueller. Layne, Walsh and Jacob
son. Other FASTENERS not at camp
already will go to Florida direct from
their homes.
Secretary Clsuer Is taking his
family to Plant City for an outing
during the time he remains in the
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

Totals 80. 33l TOTALS s...l4 30
Fox Of Manual opened the Scor-
ing in the Manual-Warren Central
game when he dropped one In from
the foul line. Barry, Warren's
center, swung into action and
tailed three times from the field
and three times from the foul line
while BurTis was scoring lone field
goal for Manual. Warren was lead
ing, to 8. -...
Beeson went in for Fox and Bur-
ris scored two field goals from under
the Warren basket, and with the
score standing 9 to Z. Warren took
time out.
Shortridge, Technical, Southport,
Warren Central, Manual, Broad
Ripple, New Bethel and Valley
Mills, survived the first round OF
play in the local sectional Friday
and began second round play this
morning.
Shortridge and Technical turned
in top heavy scores against their
opponents. Shortridge. hlunbled
Acton in the last night game, 40-12,
while Tech romped over Lawrence,
40-16, in the last game of the after
noon.
Southport easily defeated New
Augusta, "a to IA, Friday night and
demonstrated themselves stern con-
tenders. Marschke and Simon rolled
up eleven field goals between them.
The Shortridge combination fu1c-
toned like a well-oiled machine.
Orr, Simmons, Wiltshire and Nc
Cullough hit the hoop from the
field In a consistent manner.
The, Tech team shifted its often
sive points and Miller, Davis, Hig-
gins, Cox and Parrish all took
turns at the hoop, turning In three
field goals each.
In the other Friday games Broad
Ripple defeated Ben Davis, 80 to 25,
after a hard-fought struggle. Gull
ling was the ace of the Broad RIP
pie attack, with eight field count
erS.
Warren Central and Oaklandon
engaged In an overtime game,
which Warren won, 20 to II. The
score was tied at 15-all at the end
Of the regular playing time
Manual came from behind through
the stellar performance Of Beeson
and defeated Washington, 1870.
Valley Mills had an easy time with
West Newton, winning, 1927. New
Bethel easily won from Castleton,
17-12. .. -.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
COHEN GOES WELL

AUGUSTA, Ga, March 3.-Man-
ager McGraw of the Giants In
dicated today that he was we'll salts
fed with his choice of Andy Cohen,
Jewish inf1elder. as the man to fill
Rogers Horusby's shoes. Cohen
gave a dashing exhibition at second
base in Friday afternoons practice
session.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
CHAMPS HAVE TROUBLES

ST. PETERSBURG. Fla. March 5. -
Finding a left-handed pitcher or two,
is troubling Manager Miller Higgins Of
the Yankees. who otherwise expressed
champions. Waite HOyt is understood to
have sent an uItimatum to Colonel Rup-
pert. owner Of the Yanks, saying he
handsome raise in salary. Johnny Ora
bowski II nursing = split anger suS-
tained from stopping a foul tip.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
MARION COMES THROUGH

By United Press. --
DEL MONTE, Cal, March B.
Miss Marion Hollins, New York,
former national women's champion,
won the annual Pebble Beach worn-
ems golf tournament here by de-
feating Mrs. Miriam Burns Horn,
Kansas City, on the twentieth hole
in the finals.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

The Bethelites opened the game
with a barrage on the Valley basket
and at the conclusion of the initial
period the Bethel lads were leading
90 to is. Lugar was the only VAL
ley Mills player who connected with
any degree of accuracy, while Will
key, Becker and Meyer shared scor-
ing honors for the winners.
The main floor section was well
filed when the first game got I'M
der way but many seats were vacant
in the balcony which was half
filed.
Valley Mills Now Bethel
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
FRANKIE is STOUTER

AVON PARK, Fla, March 3.-Not
even the first casualty of the season,
a strained elbow sustained by
Waite" Holm, utility inf1elder and
outfelder, detracted from the en-
thusiasm of the Cardinals over the
pitching of Alexander, Sherdel and
HaineS, who faced the batters for
the first time this season. Frankie
Frisch, stouter than usual, had bis
first workout Friday and announced
he plans to carry some extra weight
to st. Louis this year.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
DAZZY STILL "HOLD.OUT"

CLEARWATER, Fla, March s.
Manager Wilbert Robinson said to-
day that he expected to hear from
a member of the Brooklyn Robins
board Of directors, who is in New
York. regarding the salary demands
of "DazZy' Vance. star pitcher.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
TO SHARE BERTH

TAMPA, FLA, March 3.-Manager
Bucky Harris of the Washington
Senator's said today that George
Sisler, purchased from the Browns
this winter. and Joe Judge, whose
signed contract was received Friday,
will divide the f1rSt-base job on
equal terms for the present. Judge
signed with that stipulation, while
Sisler, apparently we'll pleased with
his new berth. appeared in a
Washington uniform for the first
time.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

Jefferson, a. Sugar Greek. IL.
Frankfort. 81; Mulberry. 81.
Colfax, as: MichigantoWn- 81.
AT FRANKLN
Greenwood, ga. Union. %.
Clark. So Trafalgar. -.
Ma sonic Home. as; Whiteland. 20.
Franklin, 40; Hopeweli, Is.
Center Grove, SO: Jackson Township. ].
AT GARRETT
ct. Joe, SO; South Whitley. IS.
1arwell. 49,; Churubusco,. 20.
Auburn. y; Garrett. IS.
Ashley, 81; Jefferson Center. 8.
AT GARY
Washington Cast chicsgo). 81: Cslu-
Hobart. IL; Hammond Tech. IL.
Roosevelt Cast chicago. 30: Griffith. 10.
Frobei Gary. Crown Point. Q.
AT GOSHEN
Bristow, 20; New Paris 10.
Nappanee, 40: Middlebury. IS.
.... AT GREENCASTLE
Eoaehdale. SO; Reelsville, %.
EussellyiIIe. So; Clinton Center, ..
Cioverdale. 81: Fillmore, 30.
Greencastle. %; cambridge. 40.
AT GREENFIELD
Mt. Comfort, 81: Eden, 1s.
Fortvilie. IS; Maxwell, 8.
charlottesville. 20: ,McCordsville, IA.
GreenneI0. 81, WeSJland, II.
AT GREENsBURG
westport, 50: sanduskys IL.
Butlerv1lle, 80; Let's. 80.
Scipio, 81 Clarkshurg.' al.
Burney. 46; zeras, g..
Vernon. 80; San Jacinto. IS.
AT KENDALLvHLE
Wswaka, 80; Ligonier. IS.
Cromwell, IS; Orange Township, IA.
AT KOKOMO
New LONDON. So Union Township. 81.
6harpsVllle, 40; jackson Township, "a
Clay Township. 20; Erwin. Township. II.
kokono. 81; Windfall. IS.
Russiaville. %; West Middleton. 10.
Gree1town, 81; Howard Township. as.
AT LAFAYETTE
Dayton. %; Monitor, IL.
West Lafayette. 81; Battle Ground. 30
Buck Greek. IS; stockwer. IS.
Rolnney. 20: Klondyke, "a.
Lafayette. S6; West Point, IS.
Dayton. 81: West Lafayette. 20.
AT LoGANSPoRT
Twelve Mile. "a; Metea, Is.
Royal %cs enssT 81 S WasSinst On Twp 49,
Logansport. 81: Walton, II.
young America. 24i Galveston. 10.
AT La GRANGE
La Grange. 3d. Springfield Twp.. II.
<c+ AT LA PORTE
Union Township. 81; StillweI. 10.
La Porte, SO; Union Mills, IL.
Westvtlle, %; Rolling Prairie. "a.
La Crosse. 81: Mil Greek, (.
AT LEBANON
louisville 80: jamestown, 80 (oyertinel.
Goldsmith. 80; Whitestowp. IS.
Advance. rs; ThorntoYn, ~.
Upton. So; Central. Is.
AT MADISON ...
Austin. 20: Vevay, 10.
Madison, Is; Central, IS.
Deputy. 80: Hanover, TO-
Dupont, IS; North Madison, IL.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

AT VERSAILLES
Versailles, IS; Napoleon, 10.
New Marion, So; Batesville, So
AT VINCENNES
E,reelsndvillsa 81; oaktown. rs.
Decker, 81; Emison. is.
Btcknell, 81; Sandborn, 10.
Decker Chapel, SO; Edwardsport, ~.
AT WABASH
Wabash. a.. Lincolnville, 10.
North Manchester. 81; Roam, II,
Urbana, 1s; La Fontaine,. 10,
Laketon, %; Somerset, II.
Lagro, 81; Linlawn, II.
Chippewa, 81; Chester Township, /.
AT WARREN
Bsnquo. 10; Warren, 10.
Huntington. "a; Rock Greek, "a.
Union Center. IS: Lancaster Center, %.
Bippus, 26; Roanoke, II.
Huntington Township. So: Markle, IL.
AT WARSAW
Syracuse, 81: Burket, 10.
Pierceton, 40; Beaver Dam, II.
Leesburg. 50; Etna Green. II.
Silver Lake, 20; North Webster, 24.
Mentone, 90; warsaw, %.
AT WASHINGTON
bbGfoig HS,ss. 50; Trinity Syringe. is.
EPSON. 20; Shoals, 49,
ElmoFe Township. IS; REagIes,yille. is.
AT WINANAC
Merryviile, 3s; Star City, IS.
Pulaski, as Knox, "a.
San Pierre, 80; Center Township. II.
Francesvile. So Hamlet, 20.
Winamac. 4S; Grovertown, (.
AT WINCHESTER
Wayne, IS; Lynn, &c.
Union City. SO; Losantville, II.
Stoney Greek. 81 Jefferson, 10.
Spartsnsburg. Al; Ridgeville. 80.
jackson, SO; Saratoga, %.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
BY LEFTY LEE

At the I. A. C. alleys. the American
League games we're rolled Thursday night.
with the Gauss, BALI and Piel teams TAX
ing the odd game from the Shelter, Oster::
meyer and Wlnegardner boys. Klein turned
IN the high game with 9 score OF 22S In
his first try.
The singles handicap at the Century al
leys will be rolled on March 10 and IL.
great number of local bowlers we're un &.
der the impression that this event would
be held this weekend and have turned In
their entries with requests for certain
and preference given when the sweep
stakes start the following weekend.
The Machine Shop took three from
the Assembly as the Production copied
the odd game from the Offiee In the
Deusenberg League games at the Della
ware alleys. This loop IL composed OF
beginners In the tenpin sport and much
Interest Is being displayed.
The Allies surprised the Pivot City Inks
when they gave them three-time drub-
bling In the Prlntcraft League games at
the Delaware alleys. The other series re-
suited In two-time win for the Indian
apolis Star and Pivot City Blacks over
the Wright Electro and Press Assistants.
Grover Williams distributed the cash and
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
Hernessey Doped
to.PIayin Final
By IyNlted pyeSs

By United Press
MIAMI BEACH, Fla, March g.
Francis T. Hunter Of New York
entered the finals Of the South
Florida tennis tournament by de-
feating D. j.. Miller Of Washington,
6-l. 60, 90.
He will meet the winner of the
John Hennessy- Carlton Schaefer
match in the finals today. Hen
Messy was the favorite to go 10 the
final round,
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
TALKING
1T OVER
WITH JOE WILLIAMS

NEIAAdI BEACH, Fla, March s.
1V1Mr. Artie McGovern, the New
York body-builder and muscle
tanner who made Babe Ruth what he
is today and is quite satisfied with
the job, was summing himself in the
sands.
Speaking Of legs" began Mr..
McGOvern.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
WINS FIRST TOURNEY

MIAMI. Fla, March 3.-Ben Stew
enson Of Chicago won his first golf
tournament when he defeated j. A.
Mudd Of Miami Beach. 8 and 2. in
the finals Of the Miami invitation
tournament.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

1t seemed as nt-
ting a time as any
to speak Of legs, If
one must. The
time was three In
the afternoon One
of those express
SionleSs tropical
skies looked down
on a docile surf
that rolled langor-
ously In to meet
the tan Shore-lin
From the plaza
If a pnor INyy inn
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
VIRGINIA is CHAMPION

81 United Press
ORMOND BEACH, Fla, March 3.
Miss Virginia Van VIE, youthful
golf star of Chicago, today was the
wonan's South Atlantic golf cham
pion. She defeated Miss Beatrice
Gottlieb, Ollinsville. N. j., 3 and 2.
Friday, In the final.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
.&HIBITIoN SCHEDULE
WILLIE INCREASES LEAD

NEW YORK, March 3.-Willis
Hoppe increased his lead In the
three cushion special handicap
match with Charles Seahack by win
ming Friday nights block, so to 2S.
Hoppe now leads, 1870 to 10l. ~,
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
CUE RACE TIGHTENS up
Defeats of Hoppe, Hall In Billiard
League Make Battle.
By UNited Press

By UNtteG PTe69
NEW YORK, March S.-Willie
Hoppe and Allen Hall, leaders in the
American Three-Cushion Billiard
League, both lost matches and the
race became more close. Clarence
jackson defeated Hoppe so TO 80
In fifty-one innings while Augie
Kieckhefer defeated Hall SO to SO In
sixty-four innings.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
PLAY WITH sHREYEPoRr

SHREVEPORT. La. March 3.-Prao-
the Texas League have been ordered by
Manager Ray Schalk OF the White Sox.
Willie Ksmm, third baseman. Joined the
squad and worked out Friday.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
Previous State Basket
Champs of State
JOE, MAX ACQUITTED

Dundee and Waxman Freed of
Charges OF Fake Advertising.
By United Press
LOS ANGELES, Cal, March s.
Joe Dundee, world welterweight
boxing champion, and his manager.
Max Waxlnan, we're acquitted of
charges of false advertising in con-
nection with the scheduled
Hudkins- Dundee fight, which was
called off when Dundee refused to
appear, because his guarantee was
not paid.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
CUBS IN SESSION

AVALON, CATALINA ISLAND,
March 3.-The first intra-Club prac-
tice game of the season was ordered
for the Chicago Cubs today by
Manager Joe Mccarthy.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
Early Baseball Training Camp News
BROWNS IN REAL ACTION

VEST SFT PxLM BEAc cHAF fla AO March g.
With the weather man still batting
1000, the st. Louis Browns were to be
put through their first official practice
game today, in preparation for the eX-
hibltion series with the Cincinnati Reds
next week. Heinie Manush has not re-
ported.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
SEWELL SIGNS

NEW ORLEANS, La, March s.
The last Of the Cleveland hold
outs was In the fold today. Joey
Sewell, star inflelder, signed a two
year contract at an increased salary.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
Use DOUBLE SHIFT

SAN ANTONIO. Texas. March 3.-With
three regulars missing. the Detroit
Tigers have begun a system Of double
shift workouts. half the squad prscticing
in the morning and the remainder In
the afternoon. Psulson. Stone and War
ner are the missing players.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

The game at Bloomington tonight
between Michigan and Indiana will
be broadcast by WFBM.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
IRIS SHOWS Up WELL

TT. MYERS. Fla. March 3.-Tris
Speaker has begun his twenty second
major league training season. this time
in the uniform of the Athletics. The
Gray Eagle" showed up well in his
first practice session With the AS Fri
day afternoon.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
BY DICK MILLER
Armory Court.

New Bethel High School advanced to the sem6nal round
the Indianapolis basketball sectional by defeat
ing Valley Mills SO to 3d. in the first game of this mornings
session the Armory. The Beths this afternoon will
of the Warren CentraManua game Warren and
Manual met in the second morning fray.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03
REPON WINS TENTH

By UWtTCn PYe98
RIPON, Wis, March 3.-Ripon
College won its tenth successive
basketball game, defeating Beloit
college, 81 to Is.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

WINTER HAVEN. fla. March S.~Jim-
catcher Of the Phiiiies. is nursing a split
finger, the hrst casualty OF the season.
Manager Burt Shotten ordered The PILLS
first practice game today.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

THEl RE ALL ON HAND
PASO ROBES, Cal, March 3.-LloYd
Waner was on the sick list Of the Ma
uOnal League champions today. He re-
ported With severe cold. Johnny
Gooch, the only missing regular. was TO
report this afternoon, and this will bring
the roster to completion.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

AT MARIoN
Paramount. so; Van Buren,, 10.
Marion, 30; Matthews, 81.
AT MARTINSYILLE
Mooresville, SO: Ellettsville, u.
Paragon. 81; MonroWa, 80.
Unionville. le: Stinesvtlle. 10.
AT MISHAWAKA
Mishawake. e.; South Bend. 8,
Waiksrton, 4S: Madison Township, IL.
Fyner, %; IaPa5, 81.
Plymouth. IS; North Liberty; s.
Lakeville. %: New Carlisle, 90.
At MoNON
Brookston, 40; Burnettsville, Is.
Walcott. 81; Reynolds, "a.
Round Grove, f9; Liberty Township, a..
1daville. Is: Chalmers. IL.
AT MUNCIE
Albany. %; Harrison. 20.
Paleville, g.; Center. 4.
Muncie. 81: Yorktown. 10.
AT NEW ALBANY
Salem. SO: Georgetown. 10.
eh aPiEestoT 49, 81 s;a New sa IGESafSp H.
Jefiersonville, 81; Elizabeth. 10.
Corydon. ga; De Paw, 8.
AT NEWCASTLE
Cadiz. So; Lewisville, Is.
Straughp. 80; New Lisbon, 7.
Middletown, "a; Knightstown, II.
Spiceland, a. Mt. Summit, 10.
Jefferson Township. 81; Kennard. IS.
AT NoBLEsvnLE
Noblesville, 80; Atlanta, 10.
Westheld. 80; Fishers, 10.
AT PERU
Jefferson Township, 30; Butler Town
Deedsville, 90: GAesd, Il.
Peru, 81: Converse, 49,.
Clay Township, 81; Macy, 20.
AT PETERSBURG
Holland, 10; 5tendal, is.
Huntingburg, "a; Union. 10.
Petersburg. 90; Ireland. %.
WinSlow. IS: Jasper. Il (overtime).
AT PORTLAND
Bryant, 20; Polling, 10.
Montpelier, IS; Red Key, Z.
Portland. ls; H,sITttOEEda City; IT;
AT PRINCETON
Patoka, 20; TT Branch, IT.
Francisco. 81: Haubstadt. "a (overtime) g.
AT REMINGTON
TefTt, %; Wheatfeld. 10.
Goodland: "a: Rensselaer,. 81:
Kniman, %; Hsnging Grove. Il.
Fair oaks, 81: De Motto, IL.
Brook, 81; Kentland, IS.
Remington. %: Morocco. IS (overtime).
AT RICHMOND
Boston, 81: Webster. g.
Richmond. "a: Williamsburg. 10.
Hagerstown. SO; Milton. %.
White Water, II; Greensboro, Is.
Economy, l6; Centerville, II.
Cambridge City. %; Fountain City. so.
AT ROCHESTER,
Grass Creek. IS; Tippecanoe, 7.
Fulton, "a Bourbon, II.
Culver, 10: Riohland Center, 10.
Kenwanna, IS; Argos, Is.
Rochester. a.: Letters Ford, 7.
Akron, %; TalIna. "a.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

came the zippity-Zip strains Of an
orchestra doing Its discordant best
by such notable music as "Swonder-
full" and Does Mama Love Papa?
A dozen yards or so beyond Mr..
McGovern's gaze a typical resort
picture was unfolding itSelf-bald- ;
headed business men with skin
grOteSquely browned-slick- haired
Sheika from everywhere loaded
with ukuleleS, adventure and bath
room gin-dOwagers affecting that
girIish something land 1.-the
IiInbed young ladies wearing the
new-cut bathing armOr that hides
little in front and less in back.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

THE answer is easy" exclaims
Mr.. McGOvern. Ruth puts less
strain on his legs In full seasons
play than Tunney does in a ten
round bout"
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

ketball team which will battle for
the city girls title Sunday after
noon at the Pennsy gym, against
the strong Hoosier Demons, FORM
erly the Brightwood Demons. The
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

other awards OF the recent Printcraft
tourney to the boys before the start OF
this session.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1928-03-03

4 suspected that the sun had
gone to Mr.. MCGovern's head. I
reminded him that it was the gen.
eraI belief that Turney was equip
ped with two Of the greatest If not
the most gorgeous legs in the his
tory Of the genteeI art Of face de-
mOIiShing.
Milford chronicle., 1928-07-13

A few days before Congress adj
journed Representative John Tilson
of Conn, Republican floor leader,
was observed intently studying a
piece of paper. His colleagues nat
urally assumed that he was engaged
in some profound and intricate prob
lem of legislation. One member,
more curious than the rest, peeped
over the floor leaders shoulder and
discovered-a crossword puzzle
The Pathfinder.
Milford chronicle., 1928-07-13

only blend into our surroundings,
but almost literally to become a
part of them. The latest pajamas
repeat in color and design the pat
terms of our pollows and rugs. It's
all for harmony-to use the political
term!
Our Summer Friends
When fleas become annoying or
dangerous to health it is necessary
to take steps to alleviate Immediate
discomfort, but the important thing
is to act energetically to eliminate
Milford chronicle., 1928-07-13

obtained regarding measles. Nearly
every one reported having had meas
lies or German measles or both. In
most instances a physician was not
consulted and no accurate diagnosis
made.
"Of the four diseases concerning
which we were able to get fairly &C
curate data, typhoid fever has been
the most prevalent Considering the
poor sanitary conditions, fly nuis-
ances, contaminated water and ques-
tionable milk supplies this is to be
Expected.
1.-THE daily consumption of milk
for the 2090 people in the 1S towns
is only 1919 pints of which 942 pints
is raw milk and n pints canned
milk. The daily per capita consump-
ton of milk is .482 pinJs of which AS
pints is raw milk and .032 pints is
canned milk.
milk is one Of our cheapest and
best foods. One would naturally ex-
pect to find more milk consumed in
the rural than in the urban areas
but such is not the case in Kent
county.
GAS soon as the surveys are COM
pleted a child health conference is
conducted once a month in each
town. A personal letter is mailed to
each mother inviting her to attend
the conference and bring the pre-
school children with her. The first
two hours of the conference are de-
voted to the examination of the chill
dren. Following the examination
nursing class is conducted for the
mothers. Care and feeding of the
infant are discussed and there are
demonstrations in bedside care, first
aid, etc. At various times lectures
on health subjects are given and
pictures are shown.
"a map is made of each town Civ
ing the location of each home, the |
dairymen, canneries, streams, drain |
fly nuisances; etc. A general |
summary Of the survey is sent to
each member of the town council. |
are made regarding
changes to be made in the
sanitary conditions. The information
is used to advantage by the
Division of Maternity and Infancy in
little mothers classes
circles and child health
The country districts
towns will be surveyed il a
similar manner as fast as time will
permit.
can analysis Of the records of
physical examination at the child
health centers, itinerant conferences
md at the schools, and a summary
# the causes of deaths taken from
he deaths reported each year all
how that by far the greatest
mount of sickness and deaths are
ue to improper care, neglect and ;
ignorance of the rules of health and
anitation. Few children are born q
nth defects that impair their health {
r cause death. All Of the cOntag- :
JUS diseases, ricketts,, scurvy, the
ype of rheumatism, heart disease, n
to-, resulting from diseased teeth n
nd all of the various complications n
{ contagious diseases such as pneu- n
lonia, mastoid abscess, kidney dis "
ases, etc., may be eliminated if the h
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