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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1909
Page
4
A quotation long circulated contrasts editors with doctors on mistakes and respect, noting editors face lawsuits and public uproar while doctors receive quieter judgments. The piece also mocks reader complaints about newspapers and ends with an ad for watches and jewelry at Palace Pharmacy.
The advertisement extols Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a superior remedy for corns bruises cuts and skin conditions. It claims unrivaled effectiveness versus salves balms and other treatments and pitches it as a cure for many injuries and irritations.
Harper B. Gillett, step name Lee, noted as the American bullfighter who electrified Mexico City crowds in the Torcon ring on May 16. He hails from a Texas ranching and ranger lineage, with a storied family history across the Baylor and Baylor-connected clans and Confederate cavalry.
A sufferer with stomach trouble takes Dr King’s No Life Pills and finds relief from dyspepsia and indigestion. He reports a new appetite, stronger nerves and healthier vigor as his stomach liver and kidneys function well, advertised by R B Slight & Co.
Ed Dodson of the Avalanche visited Saturday to observe the Marts boys in action. The report notes the event as a brief local visit amid sports chatter.
Advert exposes women envied for beauty and temper, linking kidney poisons to pimples and dull skin. Claims Electric Bitters purify blood by regulating stomach liver and kidneys, improving nerves eyes breath and complexion. Sold by R B Stight & Co.
Daugherty family from Alpine aids completion of Marathon Catholic church the third in town. Boquillas Mining Co received a traction engine and lumber for mine hauling. Gap to connect Marathon Alpine telephone lines narrows to four miles. Rev J B Cochran to preach at new church June 2. Rain fell east of town and at Luther Yarbro and Hargus places, Marathon saw up to a half inch.
Bert R Lean of Cheny Washington details a desperate lung illness frustrated by a local doctor. After costly visits in Spokane and California he finds relief with Dr King s New Discovery, now praising its cure for himself and others. Trial bottle free 50 cents to 1 00 and guarantee by R B Slight Co
Rooms offered for rent at two dollars weekly. Located conveniently and described as comfortable. No sick people allowed. Signed by Mes. W. S. Brievins.
For sale in Alpine Texas a 40 section tract of good grass with lasting water in the south part of the county known as the McKinney Springs. Dr. R. E. Taylor handles inquiries.
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