Abstinence and Longevity

September 1, 1906

Summary

The Planet uses statistics of drinkers and abstainers to promote temperance.

Transcription

Abstinence and Longevity
The immense advantage of total abstinence in view of good health and long life is again demonstrated in the annual report of the Scepter Life Association, Limits. The following figures are given:
General Section
Expected Deaths: 142, Actual Deaths: 113, Percentage: 79.58
Temperance Section
Expected Deaths: 118, Actual Deaths: 57, Percentage: 48.31
About this article

Location on Page

Lower Right Quadrant

Contributed By

Emma Roberts

Citation

“Abstinence and Longevity,” Black Virginia: The Richmond Planet, 1894-1909, accessed January 20, 2026, https://blackvirginia.richmond.edu/items/show/739.