Growth of American chemistry shows rapid dye production gains
The piece argues that free American initiative outpaces German methods in dye production. It cites $65,000,000 invested by eight months and $230,670,000 since January 1915, with Cincinnati firms expanding dye output and a rise from seven to over 100 dye factories. It contrasts German secrecy with American rapid development. It also briefly satirizes local political ambitions in Fannin county and Bonham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Cincinnati
Promises of Equality and Industrial Change in Germany
The text discusses German industrial profits from coke ovens converting smoke into ammonia and gasoline, noting millions of dollars in chemical factories invested last month. It urges readers to subscribe to The Favorite and support the paper’s growth.
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Germany
Vanderlip Not Greatest Financier Says Beaumont Enterprise
A Beaumont Enterprise quip contrasts Frank A. Vanderlip with a fictional Mr. Dubb a great corporation worker earning 100 dollars monthly. It lists daily expenses from groceries to rent coal medicine and streetcar fare, ending by declaring Vanderlip not the greatest financier.
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Frank A. Vanderlip
America
A. Dubb
Bonham Land Listings Offer Bargains at Various Acres
Real estate ad for Bonham Texas lists properties north and northwest of Bonham including 44 1 3 acres at 50 dollars per acre with one third cash, 60 acres on the pike at 125 dollars per acre with one third cash, 110 acres near Brotherton schoolhouse at 85 dollars per acre, and 379 acres with mixed land seven miles northwest. Main house valued at 5000 dollars, 60 acres wheat and 60 ready for planting, 90 dollars per acre with one third cash balance ten years. Will H Evans invites quick contact by phone or mail.
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Bonham
Dodd City
Brotherton
Will H. Evans
Laxative Bromo Quinine Adverts Highlight Cure Claims
Ad claims Laxative Bromo Quinine provides tonic and laxative effects usable by anyone without nervousness or head ringing. Mentions a single product name and asserts E. W. Grove signs each box. The copy presents a branded analgesic-style claim typical of patent medicine ads.
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E. W. Grove
Simplified Texas Income Tax Returns Guidance
Texas increases income tax filers to about 100000 with a March 1, 1918 deadline. A memorandum guides taxpayers to complete a four page return with complex questions, endorsed by Judge A. S. Walter. Inspectors will assist in Ladonia, Honey Grove, Ravenna, and Bonham on listed dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Income Tax Inspectors
A. S&s Walter
Internal Revenue
Department of Internal Revenue
Dangers of a Cold and Kidney Trouble Ad
Bonham resident cites relief from a cold settled on her kidneys with Dean's Kidney Pills. Mrs. W. D. Scarborough of E Fourth Street reports backache dizziness and nervous restlessness from a cold that affected kidney function. one box cured her. Price 50c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
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Dean
Bonham
W. D. Scarborough
E. 4Th Street
Peeler
Scarborough
Foster-Milturn Co. Props
Buffalo, N. Y
Insurance pitch echoes biblical era year of plenty
An old style promotional notice touts insuring against famine with Joseph as an example. The ad urges readers to buy an “old line” policy from Frank lin Life and Capitol Life via J. M. Lowvey, framing it as family security for the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph
Franklin Life
Capitol Life
J. M. Lowvey
Desirable Home On North Main Street Offered
A listing advertises a nice home on North Main Street at a prime corner in the city. The notice notes the property as desirable and invites inquiries for purchase.
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North Main Street
Property for sale on pike at Oakland near barn site
For sale at Oakland along the pike a one acre tract with a good serviceable site and a barn. Possession any time. Price eight thousand dollars. Call J. M. Lewsey for details.
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Pike
Oakland
J. M. Lewsey
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