Land Board Rejects Brewster County Land Purchases
State Land Commissioner Charles Rogan rejected about twenty applications to buy public free school lands in Brewster County for grazing or farming. He cited mining status under state laws and applicants knowing the lands were mineral. Some buyers may challenge the ruling in court.
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Green's August Flower Brings Health Benefits Cited
An advertising pitch claims a correct diet supports all body parts and fights indigestion. It promotes Green's August Flower as a remedy to aid digestion stimulate the liver purify blood and improve vigor, available at Sharp Bros with Dr. Gs Green's Almanac.
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Sharp Bros
Green
President Roosevelts Dine With Booker T Washington
Northern papers defend the White House dinner with Booker T Washington while Southern voices condemn it as a blander worse than a crime. Quotes from New Orleans Picayune Augusta Chronicle Memphis Commercial Appeal Scimitar Atlanta Journal and Chicago Post show national division over President Roosevelts invitation to dine with a Black educator.
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Grandma's Diarrhoea Cure Promises Quick Relief
A promotional notice extols Grandma's Diarrhoea Cure as endorsed by thousands. It claims the elixir cures obstinate Colic Dysentery Cholera Morbus Cholera Infantum and Summer Complaints. Described as pleasant to the taste and a grand good medicine for buyers seeking prompt relief.
Crowded Primary Room Sparks School Ventilation Debate
The school board and teachers cite a 12 by 18 foot primary room with poor ventilation, cramped seating for about thirty pupils, and a leaking belfry. They urge citizen involvement to remedy conditions, noting the trustees need patron support to improve facilities.
San Antonio Great Fall Fair Opens October 20 to 30
The annual San Antonio fall festival promises record gaiety with cattle roping contests battle of flowers band concerts football and horse racing among attractions October 20 30. Southern Pacific Sunset Route offers low rate tickets and special excursions on select days. Dr Sweeden and family arrived in Alpine this morning.
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