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Newspaper
Brenham Weekly Banner
Location
Brenham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1886
Page
4
The piece criticizes so called progressive farming aiming for instant wealth. It contrasts young farmers who seek large holdings and luxury with the need to start small, gain experience, and grow gradually through steady effort and prudent judgment. It warns against rushing wealth and overreaching before learning practical farming.
A discussion debunks the credit system as harmful to both buyers and merchants noting higher costs and debt burdens. The Fort Worth Gazette reports a Knight of Labor power shift favoring radicals, with Powderly’s influence shrinking as six new members push strikes and boycotts through the executive board.
A collage of medical cures and tonics promises from Carl Nash and other sellers, including Acker's English Liver Regulator and Hostetter's Bitters, claim to cure digestive and blood disorders. The page also mentions saloons by state and a humorous anecdote about a railroad boss, with scattered notes on Nova Scotia lumber and a pile of testimonials.
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