3456. Misbranding of crude black molasses.   U. S. v. Clinton D. Keagy and John
S. Riley, Jr. Pleas of nolo contendere. Fine of $1,000 against each de-
fendant, plus costs. . (F. D. C. No. 30049. Sample Nos. 7789-K, 69196-K,
69375-K.)
INFORMATION FILED: February 13, 1951, Western District of Pennsylvania,
against Clinton D. Keagy and John S. Riley, Jr., New Castle, Pa.
ALLEGED SHIPMENT: On or about November 23, 1949, by Clinton D. Keagy,
from the State of Pennsylvania into the State of New York; and on or about
May 22 and June 15, 1950, by Clinton D. Keagy and John S. Riley, Jr., from
the State of Pennsylvania into the States of New York and Ohio.
NATURE OF CHARGE: Misbranding, Section 502 (a), certain statements in a
booklet entitled "Crude Black Molasses," which accompanied the article, were
false and misleading. The statements represented that the article would
be effective in the prevention and treatment of cancer, paralytic strokes,
arthritis, ulcers, dermatitis eczema, psoriasis, high blood pressure, angina
pectoris, weak heart, constipation, colitis, varicose veins, mental dullness,
tuberculosis, infections, sinus trouble, pernicious anemia, anemia, bladder
trouble, difficult urination, gallstones, nervousness, menopausal difficulties,
erysipelas, pyorrhea, premature graying of the hair, and brittle and crumbling
finger nails. The article would not be effective in the prevention and treatment
of such diseases and conditions.
The article was alleged also to be misbranded under the provisions of the
law applicable to foods, as reported in notices of judgment on foods.
DISPOSITION : May 21, 1951. Pleas of nolo contendere having been entered, the
court imposed a fine of $1,000, plus costs, against each defendant.