Man who died for duty remembered in Brazos county tribute
In Brazos county a local hero Joe F Lero enlisted June 23 1917 and was killed October 9 1918 while serving in World War I He left behind parents and siblings and is honored as a man who fulfilled his duty unto death in the trenches and the community remembers his sacrifice with reverence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Brazos County
Joe F. Lero
Joe Lero
Frank Lero
Maggie Harrington
Winnie Herman
Mary Lero
Frank Jr
Louis
Peter Lero
Ballard's Snow Liniment Brings Back Relief
Backache remedies recommended for overwork or cold causes. Ballard's Snow Liniment to be rubbed thoroughly over the affected area for prompt relief. Sold by E. J. Jenkins and M. H. James.
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Ballard
E. J. Jenkins
M. H. James
Price Interpreting Committee to Resume Work in Brazos County
County food administrator Benson states the Brazos County price interpreting committee will resume its duties after influenza-related delays. State office in Houston warns about reporting failures and urges residents to file bills for unfair pricing. Margins allowed to dealers range from 6 to 60 percent depending on product, with cash and carry versus credit and delivery margins applied to the appropriate sales channel.
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Benson
Houston
Brazos County
Bryan
Peden
Food Administration
Cary and Credit and Delivery Department
Armenians Urge Independence at Tremont Temple Meeting
Boston gathering at Tremont temple urged Armenian independence. Rabbi Henry Levi and Alice Stone Blackwell spoke on Armenia’s tragedy, urging timely action at the peace conference and asking the president to secure justice for Armenia.
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Boston
Mass
Armenia
Tremont Temple
Henry Levi
Turkey
America
Alice Stone Blackwell
Pecan Planting Planned at Edge and Tabor Schools
Pecan specialist J A Evans visited Edge and Tabor schools with County Agent Benson to promote a Texas club boy and girl project. Tabor pupils will plant 25 trees on campus and Edge students requested extra enrollment cards beyond those given. Nurserymen offered special prices to club members to encourage participation, with thousands of youths expected to plant and care for trees under the extension service.
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J. A. Evans
Extension Service
Benson
Club Boys and Girls of Texas
Tabor
Edge
Evans
Texas
California Syrup of Figs Promoted for Constipation Relief
Classic early 20th century health ad urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for children with constipation feverishness or poor appetite. It claims quick, gentle cleansing of stomach liver and bowels, with a pleasant taste and full directions on each bottle. Beware counterfeit fig syrups and insist on California Fig Syrup Company label.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
BoroZone Advertised as Ideal Antiseptic and Healing Agent
Surgeons urge prompt first treatment for cuts burns bruises and wounds with an efficient antiseptic. BoroZone, touted as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent for man or beast, is sold by E. J. Jenkins and M. H. James for emergency readiness.
Soldier Brother Writes From Aix les Baines France
F F Regmund of Bryan Route 5 reports from Aix les Baines France dated November 10. Corp Henry Regmund describes battles close by, danger from shells, and life in a frontline trench. He notes viewing gardens and locals, hopes his wounded comrade recovers, and jokes about Kaiser Bill as a target. He mentions social life in France and compares French girls to those at home.
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F. F. Regmund
Bryan
Henry Regmund
Corp
Aix-les-Baines
France
Corp. Regmund
Pal
Bocie
Kaiser Bill
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Strengthens Against Illness
Purified blood and improved circulation are claimed to help the body resist colds grip and influenza. The tonic, containing quinine and iron, is advertised as stomach friendly and strengthening with an inviting taste. Price 60 cents.
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Grove
Russian General Lebedeff Seeks American Aid For Russian Movement
Col Vladimir I Lebedeff a former Russian navy secretary and SR leader arrives in New York to win American sympathy for the Volga front and the anti Bolshevik cause. He will next travel to France to press his mission amid war ally doubts. He fought in Russo Japanese War and WWI earning numerous decorations.
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New York
Vladimir I. Lebedeff
Prince Lvoff
Kerensky
Party of Socialist Revolutionists
United States
American Democracy
Volga
Russia
Col. Lebedeff
France
Far East
Prince Looff
Sloan's Pain Relief Liniment Ad
An advertisement urges readers to try Sloan's Pain Relief Liniment for stiff joints sore muscles sciatic pain rheumatic twinges and a lame back. It promises quick, non staining soothing relief with easy application and economy in a large bottle available at druggists.
Secretary Baker lauds Texas guard and explains limits on federal service
Secretary of War Newton D. Baker writes Governor Hobby that Texas six cavalry and three infantry regiments cannot yet be taken into federal service. He commends Texas for patriotism, notes postwar demobilization reduces need for new troops, and urges acceptance of War Department policy.
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Austin
Texas
Newton D. Baker
Hobby
Baker
War Department
United States
Mexico
Harvey boy joins action at home in Coleman
Little Harry Wayne Williams acted at his parents home in Coleman on November 23 and is disappointed the event was overlooked last week. Local ladies are busy collecting Red Cross motherchips this week.
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Harvey
Texas
Harry Wayne Williams
Coleman
Red Cross
S A T C Demobilization Dates At A and M College
President Bizzell announced by wire that the naval section of the S A T C totaling 100 men will be demobilized next week. Section B with 411 technical students will discharge December 19, and section A with academic students on December 20, as the college adjourns for holidays.
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Bizzell
A. and M. College
Naval Section
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promises Cure and Reward
A Toledo based remedy advertisement claims catarrh is curable through constitutional treatment. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is said to act through the blood to mucous surfaces and strengthen the patient. The ad offers 100 dollars if any case fails to cure and urges sending for testimonials.
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Hall
J. Cheney &O
Toledo
Ohio
Boro zone Offered as Ideal Antiseptic for Wounds
First treatment is most important. When an efficient antiseptic is applied promptly there is no danger of infection and the wound begins to heal at once. For use on man or beast Boro zone is the ideal antiseptic and healing agent. Buy it now and be ready for an emergency. Sold by E. J. Jenkins and M. H. James.
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E. J. Jenkins
M. H. James
No Worms in a Healthy Child Tonic Adtery
An old advertisement asserts that worm infestation causes pale color and stomach upset in children. It promotes Grove’s Tasteless Chill Tonic for two to three weeks to enrich blood improve digestion and strengthen the system. It claims worms will be expelled and health restored at 60 cents per bottle.
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Grove
Standers Walkers Bots it for Corns Sold in Bryan
An item notes corn remedy sold in Bryan labeled Standers Walkers Bots it for Corns and touted as the world’s best by M. H. Jam s. The brief mentions distribution in Bryan with no further details.
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Bryan
M. H. Jam ~S
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Joe FB. Lero
Edge and Tabor
Samson
Janeaville, Wie
Samson Tractor
Samson Tractor Company
Janesville, Wisconsin
Ome
Samson Tien
Asa
Sloan’s
Texas Guard
S.a.1.c
Township
Jancavilie
Castoria
E. Lawrence & Co
Chicago
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