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Newspaper
Bridgeport Index
Location
Bridgeport, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 2006
Page
1
In a Bridgeport Index history column, J Nell Pate surveys 1800s West medicine. She notes scarce hospitals, home surgeries, pest houses, folk remedies, and the rise of patent medicines before 1906 reforms. Endorses modern advances over era’s risky cures.
In Dublin Texas, J L and Steve run a quail hunting setup for a wealthy boss and doctors. Steve trains a bird dog to fetch while pointer traits decline. A key moment comes when a doctor offers $1,000 for the dog, which Steve refuses as the group continues to hunt and retrieve various items for the dog.
Jennifer Haney and Krista Jarrell share thoughts on Juneteenth in Texas and praise local efforts. Haney questions missed recognition of Emancipation Proclamation Day and cites a Decatur block party as a faint honor. Jarrell highlights breast cancer awareness fundraisers, a play day for special-needs citizens, a birthday party, and an $8,000 fundraiser for a single father battling cancer, celebrating community selflessness.
A travel nib of old time medicine shows, "Oh Reb" style quackery, is mocked alongside modern pitchpersons. The column notes bold claims, then shifts to tips from grocery aisles and beauty chairs, advocating sensible choices and cautionary tales about fads and fashions. Dr Newbury, syndicated columnist, offers contact options.
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