Dairy Tests Progress At A and M College Announced
Prof J W Ridgeway reports progress in the yearly dairy test by the dairy husbandry department at A and M College. Sunlight Colantha Preterije produced 5000 pounds of milk and about 200 pounds of butter since September 26. Best day milking reached 97 pounds. November supervision covered 260 Jersey 50 Holstein and 1 Guernsey tests, showing growing interest in cattle breeding. Students supervise tests earning 3 50 per day, gaining herd familiarity while helping college funds. An audit by Up leger and Falk sets net worth at 24989 86 excluding permanent equipment with 142 dairy cattle and seven work stock on about 700 acres, 200 cultivated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Ridgeway
Department of Dairy Husbandry
A. and M. College
Sunlight Colantha Preterije
Tes
Division of Dairy Husband
Jersey
Guernsey
Upleger and Falk
Temporary guardian appointed in Brazos probate case
In Brazos County Texas on September 10 1919 Judge Maloney ordered Douglas R Boyder as temporary guardian of the estates of minors Annie Maude Royder J H Royder Jr John Royder and Foy Royder valued at about 1250. The guardianship to be contested at the January 19 1919 term with the writ return required. Bryan sheriff and clerk certify copy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Texas
Annie Maude Royder
J. H. Royder
John Royder
Foy Royder
A. D
J. T. Maloney
Brazos County
Texas
Douglas R. Boyder
J. H. Royder, Jr
Bryan
H. C. Ferguson
Clerk County Court
L. E. Morehead
Treasury Certificates Declared in Dallas for 1919 Series
Treasury certificates of indebtedness dated December 15 1919 and maturing June 15 1920 will bear 4 1 2 percent interest. Dwight P Beer assistant cashier and manager of the war loan department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas announced. Books for this series opened Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Treasury
Dwight P. Beer
War Loan Department
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
Methane Cotton Seed Sale at Ennis Prospects
A notice offers limited quantities of almost pure Methane Cotton Seed from top territory. Priced at $2.75 per bushel f o b Ennis with cash terms. Car lots receive a special price. Address S. H. Dunlap 133.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. O. B. Ennis
S. H. Dunlap
Papes Cold Compound Promises Quick Relief for Colds
A folk remedy claims to break up a severe cold with three doses of Papes Cold Compound taken every two hours. The first dose supposedly clears congested nostrils and head air passages, stops runny nose, relieves headache and feverishness, and costs only a few cents at drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pape
Grippe
Public Alone May Be Blamed for the High Cost Living
Beaumont December report from the Jefferson county grand jury says consumers' extravagance and lack of price discipline drive high living costs. Merchants note demand for the best, urging frugality, reduced luxuries, and acceptance of smaller profits to lower prices. Jury found no malicious profiteering and could not determine a single cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaumont
Jefferson County Grand Jury
Sixtieth District Court
Weather, church notes, and cotton harvest tales from Harvey
Harvey reports a cold snap after rain with 20 above zero by Wednesday. Local cotton pickers return from west amid poor conditions. The Missionary and Free Baptist churches plan a joint Sabbath school social on December 19. Rev. Smith is reelected pastor with low attendance noted. A Christmas tree for both Sunday schools is proposed, weather permitting. Bryan remains the nearest market, difficult in bad weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey
Charlie Cobb
Missionary Baptists
Harvey Church
Free Baptist Sunday School
Smith
Free Baptist Church
Bryan
Tax Collector Notice for Brazos County 1919 Taxes
Roy Hudspeth tax collector announces public tax collection dates for 1919 taxes at Kurten Wellborn J S Mooring Store Edge Millican and accepts 1920 automobile registrations with proper applications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kurten
Wellborn
J. S. Mooring Store
Edge
Millican
Roy Hudspeth
Brazos County
Bromo Quinine Labeled Box Signed by E W Grove
A rough note describes a single Bromo Quinine product labeled with E W Groves signature on the box. It mentions cold and flu relief but presents little additional context or details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Grove
Eagle and Birdman Clash in Sky Duel Over Pyrenees
London dispatch reports a British officer piloting a single seater scout plane from Paris toward Madrid when an eagle rose to meet at speed. The airman throttled to match, then dived and looped. the eagle faltered, nosedived, and landed exhausted near a village in the Pyrenees foot hills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Pyrennes
Paris
Madrid
Texas Farmers 10 Reason Together at Waco Meeting
A call from Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College to convene farmers and business leaders in Waco on December 11 to shape a Texas agriculture program for 1920 draws strong statewide support. Letters from over fifty counties express approval and willingness to cooperate as experts discuss labor, credits, livestock, warehousing, pricing, transport, fertilizers, seeds, pest control, and national and international agricultural impacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Waco
T. O. Walton
A. and
M. College
Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas
L. J. Hart
W. F. Ramsey
S. A. Lindsay
R. E. Vinson
W. B. Bizzell
E. A. Peden
P. L. Downs
J. E. Boog-Scott
D. E. Lyday
F. C. Weinert
Fred W. Davis
Texas Agriculture
Prohibition Hurts Brewers and Stomach Specialists
The rebirth of temperance hurts not only brewers but also physicians who treat stomach ailments, as medical demand shifts with restricted alcohol access.
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Claims Internal Cure
An advertisement argues catarrh cannot be cured by local applications and promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine taken internally. It asserts the remedy acts through the blood on mucous surfaces and credits a Toledo physician for its formulation with six ingredients.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hail
Hall
Toledo
Prepare for Flu with Calotab One-Nite Cure
Doctors advise Calotab to purge the system and liver to prevent influenza. Take one tablet at bedtime with water to cut a cold overnight, then wake refreshed and hungry. Sold in sealed packages for thirty five cents with refund offered if not satisfied.
I. & G. N. Pulls Off Two Night Trains In City
The I and G N discontinues night trains 16 and 17 after a pull-off order that also removed the Sunshine special from the main line. The Sunshine service was halted due to a coal strike affecting the coal burning lines, while other division trains were not coal-short. Trains 3 and 4 from Houston to St Louis now run via Galveston starting Tuesday.
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Sunshine
Truth About Cancer by Dr. C A Johnson
Dr C A Johnson of Kansas City has published a remarkable cancer book detailing twenty years of non surgical treatment experiences. The work claims to help thousands and is offered free to any cancer sufferer by mail.
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C. A. Johnson
Main Street
Kansas City
Missouri
Spending now leads to later shortages you cannot afford
The quote warns that buying unnecessary items now creates future needs and financial strain when funds are unavailable to purchase them. It emphasizes prudent spending to avoid post- purchase regrets and money gaps later.
Cardus Promises Relief For Nervous Weak Women
Kathleen of Florida reports severe nervousness weakness and numb limbs after childbirth. She credits Cardus with restoring strength and circulation after five bottles, allowing her to tend to six children and housework.
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Florida
Kathleen
Fla
Dallas Prine
Cardus
Bargain Attic Finds for Boys and Men Clothing
A wide array of boys and men apparel offered at low prices. Knee pants for ages 3 to 8, heavy winter suits for ages 12 to 17, knee pants in multiple sizes, work and dress pants, wool coats for men and boys, wool and half wool sweaters, and outing and all wool shirts priced from about 1.25 to 4.50 dollars.
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Meassi Ieditbid
Jen's
Boys Jersey
Boys and Childrens Union
Sale of 1000 pairs shoes from manufactory at 65c on dollar
On sale this week 1000 pairs of Ladies Mens Boys and Children's Shoes bought from the factory at about 65c on the dollar. Prices range from 19c to 5.50 for various styles including children s sizes 5 8 and mens and ladies dress and work shoes with many items under five dollars. Also offered are dry goods House Dresses Waists Skirts Silk Hosiery parasols window scrim and more with everyday value pricing.
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Justin
Specia Duce Civco Kanssedeinnerdas
Citrene
S.s
Men's and Boys' Furnishings Sale at Closeout Prices
Large stock of men and boys clothing items offered at deep discounts. Included are blue work shirts, fleeced lined undershirts and drawers, fancy dress shirts, knee pants, heavy winter suits for ages 12 to 17, work and press pants, overalls, and 1000 to 1500 felt hats from factory closeouts. Limited quantities available, call and see before sold.
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Ae OG
Hat department offers 6500 new ready to wear hats
The millinery section announces 6500 new ladies misses and children's hats and trims arriving at 1 to 2 prices. Sales promise surprising values and urge purchases before stock sells out, noting a small budget goes far.
Public Hopes for a Mid Winter Fuel Respite
With fuel bins empty nationwide, the public longs for relief during mid winter as shortages raise concerns over heating and energy supply. Local officials urge conservation while federal aid discussions continue.
Deportation Demanded to Force Radical Return to Russia
A harsh policy statement calls for the deportation of sovietists even if it requires blocking English and French routes to compel radicals to return to Russia.
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Russia
Style Shifts in 1920 Skirt Lengths Prompted
Style committees decree shorter skirts for women in the 1920 season while dwindling purse strings push for longer hemlines as a compromise in fashion priorities.
Automobile and Airplane United in Film Hero Transit
In the plot the automobile and airplane assist the hero in disposing of the villain and enable rapid transit.
Woman neglects children while missionary work continues
A moral admonition contrasts a woman neglecting her children and home with a mother who first fixes her household before pursuing further missionary efforts.
Americans Demand Immediate Ratification of Treaty
The text notes strong calls from Americans abroad and at home urging swift approval of the peace pact, arguing the republican process to denature the treaty does not satisfy public demand for ratification.
Barleycorn Comes Back to St Louis This Week
John Barleycorn makes a nostalgic return to St. Louis with events this week highlighting its enduring cultural presence. Local venues host tastings and displays celebrating traditional barley drinks and brewing history.
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John Barleycorn
St. Louis
Dentists Fear Harsh Tooth Extraction Practices
Some dentists warn that reckless tooth extraction used to treat various ailments may seem successful but could jeopardize patients' future health and dental outcomes.
Children Grow Rich From Home Gardens In last Year
Americans produced a value of about 48 million dollars from home gardens and no child worker in this activity was injured, according to the figures issued.
Belgium Debt Soars After War Indebtedness Rises Sharply
Before the war Belgium carried about 5 billion francs in national debt. It has risen to nearly 20 billion francs, with more than half due to German fines and the compelled currency. German indemnities will clear 2.5 billion francs by May 4 1921, and interest on the prewar debt is not expected to exceed about twice the old level.
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Belgium
Belgium Becomes Beacon in Postwar Reparations Debate
The article argues Belgian resistance during the war earned mercy in reparations talks. It claims Germany should allow deductions for German reparations and notes Belgium’s brave stand helped stem the invasion during critical days, leading to expectations of lighter penalties than feared.
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Belgium
Sensational Bandits Story Overshadows Tax Beat
The piece notes how papers chase flashy police thefts like a 17 cent stamps caper while ignoring the Internal Revenue Service plan to collect a record 500 million dollars in income tax from dodgers in 2020. It questions the newspapers’ sense of scale and public interest.
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United States Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Govsmn
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Holstein
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First State Bank & Trust Co
The
Bank of Service and Safety
EAGLE
Birdman
Texas Farmers
Toyland
M. Bonneville
Santa Clause
Doll and Toy Department
Arige Vaioteane
Ae Iodehak Ra
Shoe Department
Vici Kid
Ene
Casceusead
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