Veterans and the World War bonus debate continues
A letter criticizes Adjusted Compensation Act and bonus policies voicing that workers in shipyards and munition plants earned higher pay than uniformed soldiers. The writer cites 1924 legislation, government loans, and big business influence, arguing the need for full veteran payments and fair treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Industrial Reconstruction Corporation
Interstate Commerce Commission
Congress
Coolidge
Veerans
United States
Wall Street
Big Business
Hoover
Mellon
Treasury
American Legion
Legion
Detroit
Father Seeks Son Missing Over a Year in Mexico
A father asks Tack for help locating his son Crawford Canada nicknamed Pete, last seen a year ago. He fears the 24 year old cowboy may have been killed by a Mexican bandit after reportedly going to Old Mexico in October and hopes for any news. He offers no money but longs to hear from his son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tack
Crawford Canada
Pete
Old Mexico
Capuchine advertised as quick relief for women pains
An advertisement targets women with headaches and backaches offering Capuchine as an ideal liquid remedy. It promises almost instant relief, soothing nerves and easing relaxation, with single dose or 10c 30c and 60c sizes at drug stores.
Veteran seeks government funds held for him to cover debts
The veteran argues the government holds his Adjusted Service Certificate funds and will deduct interest, profiting while he needs cash for debts and daily needs. He insists the government must pay its obligation, enabling him to tide over hard times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan
Lost Keys Reward Offer and Help Wanted Ad
A reader requests the return of lost keys and offers to pay a reward. John Herron White appeals for neighbors to back him while Borger Texas is involved. A family seeks work from home care and laundry tasks to support four children amid unemployment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Herron White
Borger
Texas
Tack
Real Sales Talk Warns Against Hype in Purchases
A shopper recalls a salesman boasting that in two weeks electric refrigerators would be the lowest priced on the market. The narrator questions how any buyer could save money amid such urgent sales talk and empty promises.
Leather Handbag Lost in Texas with Reward Offer
R L Scroggins of Borger Texas offers reward for a brown leather handbag lost between Quitaque and Borger on Saturday April 2. It bears engraving Sergeant C C Scroggins and contains men s and babies clothing and photos. Contact Borger box 93 to claim reward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quitaque
Borger
C. C. Scroggins
R. L. Scroggins
Texas
Refrigerator sales pitch exaggerates durability and payments
A salesman touts a refrigerator’s long life and low down payment while a customer resists on timing and affordability. The seller boasts enamel strength and even acids could be placed inside, insisting the buyer has six weeks before payment begins.
Recalled dances and memories inOchiltree County letters
A reader reflects on old times and dances in Ochiltree County, recalling all night sessions and early settler life. The note mentions a contract, a product demo, and addresses, with nostalgia for past colleagues and events. The letter invites further reminiscences and continues on page 10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ochiltree Country
Spring House Cleaning Interest Sought for Hire
A reader asks if someone who reads the column would hire a person to do spring house cleaning. The note invites interested buyers to respond through the column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tack
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Bulova Baguette
J. C. Hurst
Corner 8Th & Polk St
Amarillo, Texas
the Panhandle
Jewelers
Captain Spicer
Richmond
Virginia
North Taylor Street
Amarilloe
Faylor Se
Bhamrock
Thirteenth Avenue
BIG Times OF York
of Curtis Pub Co
Ladies Home
America
Ladies’ Home Journal
Ward's
W. W. Apedale
Sac
al Tire
Ward
Silvania
Tublat
1. I
Ravel
Amooth Finkh
Mazda
Montgomery Ward & CO
Polk ST
Kirk
Bob
Procter & Gambie Box
Cincinnati
Ohio
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