Secretary of Cattle Association to Resign
H. E. Crowley secretary of the Cattle Raisers Association of Texas visits San Antonio for the final time as an official He says cattlemen enjoy bright prospects and returns for labor and investment Crowley plans to work for his family and reflects on past years while noting San Antonio could host the 1911 meeting if requested by the people San Antonio Express.
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H. EB. Crowley
Cattle Rowers Association of Texas
Fe. Worth
San Antonio
The
Cattle Raisers Association
Crowley
San Antonio Express
A. McCallum
Alpine
Texas
Corset Wearing Man and Boycott Reach Ranch
A provocative statement links a corset wearing man, social pressure, and a boycott hitting a ranch community. The remarks imply tensions over fashion, influence, and local support amid wider garment and social norms.
Southwest Texas and Mexico Land Company Dissolved
Notice from Alpine Texas dated January 6 1910 announces the dissolution of the Southwest Texas and Mexico Land Company by mutual agreement of all parties. Geo TH Chipman serves as president.
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Alpine
Texas
Southwest Texas and Mexico Land Company
Geo. TH. Chipman
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Missouri preacher urges sermons two hours long
A Missouri preacher argues that sermons should run two hours claiming Missourians crave religion as much as other news. He contends extended preaching better informs and edifies the audience.
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Missouri
Electric Bitters credited with saving Murray Ayers at death
Murray W Ayers of Transit Bridge New York faced a virulent liver trouble that left him yellow and emaciated after losing 40 pounds. He says Electric Bitters saved his life, restoring his weight and strength, and he endorses the medicine for stomach liver and kidney troubles available at 50 cents through R B Slight & Co.
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Murray W. Ayers
Transit Bridge N. Y
R. B. Slight & Co
Fashion Temptation Drives Purse Snatching Thought
A fragmented comment frames purse snatching as a consequence of alluring fashion. The author labels fashion as a temptation that entices quick thieves and criticizes those who mock the act.
Early Sunday Diner Orders Encouraged by Maaspay Co
Maaspay Co urges customers to place breakfast and dinner orders early on Sundays to ensure smooth service and steady kitchen flow. The note emphasizes planning ahead for weekend dining.
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Maaspay & Co
Miser’s Burial Plan Echoes Ancient Resource Conserving
An old-time proverb-style piece portrays a miser’s belief that burying resources preserves them. The concept frames thrift as a grave, literal method, highlighting frugality in a symbolic, historical tone.
The Austin Nursery Ad Promises Best West Texas Varieties
J S Barnhart announces a complete line of fruits berries shades and ornamentals for West Texas. He offers expert selection help and catalogs from Alpine promising satisfaction and urging county patronage.
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West Texas
Alpine
J. S. Barnhart
Texas
Hair Shingled Governor Faces Legislature
Governor Vardaman contemplates a bold hair style as a possible winner with lawmakers, noting the absence of a ladyheaded man among the legislature.
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Gov. Vardaman
Notice to Trespassers at Altura Ranch Pastures
Property owners warn that all areas including Bird pasture are posted and off limits for hunting or wood hauling under penalty of the law. Signed by Jason W. James.
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Altura Ranch
Jason W. James
Spring Hat Styles Lack Originality and Costly
The piece argues that current spring hat designs show little originality and are overly expensive, suggesting the fashion scene prioritizes price over creativity.
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Cures Piles Says Will A Marsh
A Siler City North Carolina man Will A Marsh writes of severe itching and distress from piles finding relief after using Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. He reports quick healing of burns boils ulcers fever sores eczema cuts chapped hands chilblains with the product sold by R B Shight & Co at 25 cents.
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Siler City
N. C
R. B. Shight & Co
Measdy & Co. Promises Dependable Service In Emergency
An upbeat note from Measdy & Co. touts reliable aid in emergencies and urges customers to seek the best goods on order. The ad praises optimistic action while warning against petty pessimism.
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Measdy & Co
Notice Prohibits Hunting and Wood Hauling in Gage Pastures
All parties are forbidden to hunt or haul wood from any Gage pastures. Violations will be punished to the full extent of the law. N S Murphy.
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Gage
N.S. Murphy
Hinson's Confectionery Ad in Alpine
B E Hinson proprietor promotes a wide selection of candy nuts and fruits in Alpine inviting customers to call and visit the shop for treats and Confectionery items
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Alpine
A Call to Repeal a Costly Butter Oleo Tax
The piece argues against the 10c per pound tax on colored oleomargarine and 2c on uncolored butterine, describing it as a dairy and beef trust bias. It supports Burleson’s bill to reduce oleomargarine tax to 2c while adding licenses, and urges treating oleomargarine under pure food laws like butter. It calls legislators’ votes a test of sincerity.
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Barleson
Beef Trust
Dairy
Burleson
Local Grocery Sold to Hamilton & Anderson
Notice to the public that Sumner and Measpy sold their grocery and feed business to Hamilton and Anderson on January 13 1941. All debts to the undersigned should be settled. they thank patrons and urge continued support for the new firm.
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Hamilton & Anderson
Sumner & Measpy
G H S A Tickets On Sale December 1909
On sale December 18 19 and 20 1909 Return limit January 16 1900 For tickets and further information call on agents of the G H S A By T J Anderson G P A
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Cail
T. J. Anderson
The High Cost of Living on Meat and Veggies
The article argues rising living costs threaten wide hardship. It notes Hetty Green’s wealth cannot shield from high meat prices and discusses supply demand, farming efficiency, labor, and potential policy suggestions to curb inflation. It cautions broader affordability issues and calls for economizing and policy solutions.
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Hetty Green
United States
Wilson
Wild Blizzard Threat, Grip Destroys Health Across Regions
A stormy winter epidemic grips thousands with colds coughs and lagrippe. Reports claim Dr King’s New Discovery cures grip illnesses including lung hemorrhages and bronchitis. A. L. Dunn of Pine Valley Mississippi endorses a bottle after three weeks laid up. Sold by R. B. Slight & Co. 50c and 1.00.
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R. B. Slight & Co
Meas Day Co Delivers Dinner Night Solution
Local promotion invites customers to forget dinner worries as Meas Day Co offers a service delivering meals. The note encourages calling the firm to arrange delivery and eliminate dinner planning stress.
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MeIntyre & Slight
Ded
Middlebrook
Pala ¢ Pharmacy
Benj. F. Berkeley
M. D
Courthries
Taylor
Slight's Dragatore
R. A. Sargent
Upataire
Wigfall van Sickle
J. C. Brooke
Omlee
Ower
A.M. Turnely
Courthouse
BR. Higgins
Wcagin Land Agent
Brewster County
VM Sanford
Notary Public
Reveter Ouny
Court House
Gs. Werry
Kokernor
L. G. Koxkernor
Cattlemen's Association
W. T. Henderson
Seen Glen Ranch
Varoxonas Ranch
Alpine Drug
R.B. Slight & Co
sWiiwor
Austin Nursery
Hinson
B. E. Hinson
Propr
Kansas City
St. Louis
Chicago
G. H
S. A
Houston, Texas
Measday & Co
Paul J. Vogt
R. D. Shields
Alpine Steam Laundry
J. L. Wade
A. B. Sandifer
Ereiutry
Just
J. M. Watts
A. M. Turney, Land Company
Alpine, Texas
Pat Ware
Sounamour Ware
J. M. Watts & Son
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