New Eastern Star Lodge Formed in Americus
A new chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star was organized at Macon i Temple in Americus yesterday with six charter members and sixty elected by ballot. Officers elected include Mrs H Egbert Allen as worthy matron and Mr E A Nisbet as worthy patron. Grand patron John P Davis of Rome will institute the chapter soon, likely increasing membership. Comptroller Ridgely warns against hoarding or speculation with funds.
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Order of the Eastern Star
Americus
Maonie ‘Temple
Ter
H. Egbert Allen
E. A. Nisbet
John M. Goolsby
Americas
John P. Davis
Rome
Labor on farms to start soon in Sumter county
Farmers in Sumter and Americus prepared for the new year by purchasing supplies as weather allowed. They anticipate plentiful labor and improved efficiency, with cotton acreage near typical levels and prices strong at opening. Previous year’s crop was large and many sales reached 12 to 13 cents, with over 30,000 bales already marketed at Americus warehouses.
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Sumter
Americus
Times Recorder
Holley Dies of Paralysis After Stroke
Funeral services for O. H. Holley, of Americus area, held Friday at Concord Church after his death Thursday evening from a stroke. The gathering was largely attended, marking a brief, quiet end for the longtime resident.
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O. H. Holley
Americus
Vacancy Filled in Third District Agricultural School
A resignation from Prof. J. P. Campbell, instructor in Agriculture, was accepted by the Committee on Teachers at the Third District Agricultural School. Prof. G. V. Cunningham of Lowndes County was chosen as his successor. The committee also inspected the school, finding it in good condition on the eve of its opening.
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Third District Agricultural School
Committee On
J. R. Stapleton
Preston
J. M. Warren
Abbeville
BE. Bridges
Ellaville
J. W. Bivins
Cordele
J. P. Campbell
Agriculture and Allied Science
G. V. Cunningham
Lowndes County
Foley's Kidney Remedy and a political note
No other organs of the body are so essential to good health as the kidneys. Foley's Kidney Remedy makes the kidneys healthy so that they will strain out the impurities from the blood which is constantly passing through them. Commence taking Foley's Kidney Remedy at the first sign of danger. Sold by all druggists. Editors who are knocking Oklahoma's chaplain for praying that Mr. Bryan may be elected president seem to forget that they, too, have prayed for things they never got.
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Foley
Oklahoma
Bryan
Washington Post
Taft Rivalry Crowds Wings As Taft Takes Center Stage
Certification note promises Foley's Honey and Tar refunds if cough remedies fail. Ad boasts cough relief and lung healing with no opiates, urging genuine yellow packaged product and druggists’ sales. Smear of political remark ties Taft to stage politics in Washington Post reference.
Husband Blames Wife Over Finances in Tense Exchange
A terse dialogue reveals a husband accusing his wife of dependence while she refuses to adjust her finances for him. He frames it as her fault, claiming he asked her to change for money, but she would not.
Prohibition Note Spurs Miami Wedding Interest
Dopers in Americus shift to mild drinks as prohibition causes scarce stocks of sodas and beer. A Miami wedding joins Zelma Belle Girtzman and Dr. David A. Bagley of Americus with plans to wed at First Presbyterian Church next Wednesday afternoon, followed by a Cuban-delight honeymoon.
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Dr. Bagley
Miss Girt
Americus
Florida City
First Presbyterian Church
Miami
Ati
Misa Zelma Belle Girtzman
David A. Bagley
Bagley
Wade Chambliss
Misa Girtman
Americas
Mrs. Bagley
Cuba
Higher Health Level From Dr King’s Pills Promises Refund
Jacob Springer of West Franklin Maine reports improved digestion liver and bowels after using Dr King’s New Life Pills. Eldridge Drug Co offers a money back guarantee if the pills disappoint on trial. A New Year’s quip about fragile resolutions compares to a bag of cold storage eggs selling for 40 cents a dozen.
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Dr. King
Jacob Springer
West Franklin
Maine
Eldridge Drug Co
Washington Post
Foley’s Honey and Tar Cure Ad
When a cough or cold strikes remember Foley's Honey and Tar cures it. Do not risk your health with anything but the genuine in a yellow package sold by all druggists. God & Precaution is better than repentance Greek citation.
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Foley
How to Avoid Appendicitis and Laxative Claim
A historical note asserts most appendicitis cases come from chronic constipation. It promotes Foley's Orino Laxative as a cure that stimulates the liver and bowels, restores normal bowel action, and is pleasant to take. It warns against substitutes and claims wide druggist availability.
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Foley
Eo D—W
Deagon Dirt Digging In Lieu Of The Dough
Former church deacon Nathan, nicknamed Sambo, faces trouble after a Sunday incident involving a pint of alcohol. Police watched as his fall from grace unfolded, with fines and sixty days’ punishment looming while the city reacts to the scandal.
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Deagon
Eastern Democrat Favors Bryan Compromise for Party Unity
A Washington dispatch reports an Eastern Democrat believes Mr. Bryan has a chance and favors stepping aside to allow Democrats to choose Gray or Bopec as president. The note underscores intra party debate on candidate selection and unity strategy.
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Bryan
Gray
Bopec
Washington
Electric Bittern touted as malaria cure by Louellen resident
R M James of Louellen 8 C touts Electric Bittern a 60 cent tonic claiming to cure malaria related misery. He describes it as breaking chills bilious attacks and yellow jaundice while purporting to relieve stomach liver and kidney troubles and a lame back. Eldridge Drug Co sells it under guarantees. The St Louis Globe Democrat advocates kindness.
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R. M. James
Louellen
Eldridge Drug Co
How to Avoid Pneumonia by Cold Remedies
Adverts tout Foley's Honey and Tar to prevent pneumonia and expel a cold, urging authentic yellow-packaged product. Also promotes Ely's Dream Balm for nasal catarrh with no cocaine or mercury, claiming quick relief and safe ingredients. Sold by druggists or by Ely Bros. at 66 Warren Street, New York.
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Ely
Ely Bros
Warren Street
New York
Pride and cough cures end in old newspaper tones
Pride went on horseback and returned on foot Spanish. Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days Paro Ointment to guarantee any case of itching, fencing or protruding bed. Six days of money refunded. Take the world as it is not as it ought to be Irish Rank Foolishness. When attacked by a cough or a cold or throat sore. It is rank foolishness to take any other medicine than Dr King’s New Discovery Eldridge of Em pire Ga I have used New Discovery seven years and I know it is the best remedy on earth for coughs and colds croup and all throat and lung troubles. My children are subject to croup but New Discovery see cures every attack. Known around the world as the King of throat and lung remedies. Sold under guarantees at Eldridge Drug Co. The new year was born with a clearing house certificate in its mouth New York World.
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Americus Soda Founts
Milwaukee
Americas
Times-Recorder
Sarge
Americis
Americus
Gambrinus
Paschal
Dr. King
Eldridge
Empire
Eldridge Drug Co
To Cure a Cold in One Day Cold relief tablet ad warning
An old advertisement claims LAXATIVE BROMO Quinine Tablets cure a cold in one day with a money back offer. It notes B. W. Grove’s signature on each box and lists daily sale points Tues Thurs Sat. the fragment suggests a period style reframing of a patent medicine pitch.
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B. W. Grove
Mrs. Arrington Died At Hospital Funeral Sunday
Mrs. Joel A. Arrington died Saturday night at the hospital and was buried Sunday afternoon in the country. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. R. L. Bivins of Furlow Lawn Baptist church. She had long been ill and is survived by her husband and several small children.
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Joel A. Arrington
R. L. Bivins
Furlow Lawn Baptist Church
Lothrop and Lothrop Spring Sale Highlights
This notice promotes a spring and summer sale at Lothrop and Lothrop offering fully fashioned garments at regular prices. It emphasizes mail order convenience and timely attention, inviting women to take advantage of the sale for updated wardrobes.
Special Gideon Women’s Muslin Chemise Lace Trim
Special offer details a muslin chemise for women trimmed with lace. Ambiguity in description suggests a fabric or apparel listing with limited readable elements. Readers are advised to view the original page for complete purchase terms and sizes.
Women's Corset Covers and Styles on Sale
Advertises Nainsook corset covers with a large front panel and tucked back design, featuring lace beading and ribbon accents. Mentions other corset covers available up to 500 dollars, with assorted fabrics and finishes.
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Nainsook
Women’s Drawers and Slips Sale at Special Prices
Textile sale listing various women’s undergarments including cambric and nati o drawers with deep umbrella flouncings and clusters, trimmed with lace and tucks. Prices range from 75 cents to 10 dollars, naming items such as special, ball gown types, and other drawers.
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Namsook
Gowns and Muslin Dresses with Delicate Embroidery
Listing describes women's gowns in muslin with long sleeves and tucked yoke, tied with soft ruffles and fine embroidery at neck and sleeves. Two styles feature V necks with embroidery. prices shown as 750, 1.20, 151, 5.00.
Petticoats and Trimmed Styles Highlight Fashion Sale
A catalog note features women's Petticoats from Cumbria with wide shapes and deep flare and elaborate ruffles. An Anotha or Anthea line shows embroidery and decorative trim with prices ranging around 41.00 and discounts up to 26.00.
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Cumbria
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the Old Time Fish Guano
F. S. Royster Guano Co
Norfolk, Va
Gibi
Express
Attic Blue Label
the Swift Creek Distilling Co
Louisville
NEW Lodge
Order Eastern Star
Comptroler
Ridgely
Philadelphia Inquirer
iFarmers
Teachers’ Committee
Agricultural College
Eod &W
Standard Oil CO
God
Descon
Nathan
Bethesda
Perlice
Delilah
Deacon
Sambo
Ghent
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Bacon
Pride
Clearing House
New York World
Lothrop
G. Stl
Washington, D.C
Dolgayds
Failas
Stylba Tly
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