Butler and Wood figure in early 1920s presidential chatter
New York reports weekend politics turning on Maj Gen Leonard Wood as a potential Republican candidate while Prohibition enforcement and Americanism stakes rise. Nicholas Murray Butler signals an Americanism platform and anti prohibition questions target all candidates. Bryan looms for January 8 Jackson dinner as the Dems meet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Leonard Wood
Dty
William Jennings Bryan
Nebraska
Wood
Lowden
Harding
Lenroot
Johnson
Taft
Nicholas Murray Butler
Columbia University
William H. Anderson
Anti-Saloon League
Anderson
Butler
Bryan
Washington
Democratic National Committee
Wilson to send greeting to Democrats on Jackson Day
President Wilson will transmit a message of greeting to the Democratic dinner in observance of Jackson Day on January 8. The White House announced the plan today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Washington
White House
Democrats Endorse President's Action At National Committee
Washington Jan 7 The Democratic National Committee will consider a resolution endorsing President Wilsons peace treaty stand and backing his push for a league of nations. Chairman Cummins says the resolution will be clear and show full support for the president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wilson
League of Nations
Democratic National Committee
Cummins
Bayer Aspirin Packaged For Colds Pain Headache and More
Bayer insists the genuine aspirin is sold as Bayer Tablets of Aspirin in proper Bayer packaging with directions for colds pain headache neuralgia lumbago and rheumatism. The product uses acetylsalicylic acid and is marked Bayer Manufacture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bayer
Brazos County Red Cross plans year of service in 1920
The January executive board meeting in Brazos County laid out the peace program for 1920. Committees were formed for home service nursing service and Junior Red Cross with reports praising December activity and 70 families helped. Junior Red Cross plans toy shipments to Europe with two steamer loads set for March 1 and May 1. Classes in home hygiene taught by Mrs. C. A. Searcy were arranged to begin mid January. Next meeting February 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brazos County
Red Cross
Home Service
First Aid
Nursing Service
Division
Bryan
F. J. Jenkins
W. S. Howell
Junior Red Cross
Europe
American Red Cross
W. D. Lawrence
Brazos County Red Cross
C. A. Searcy
Texas oil output since 1896 tops 417 million barrels
Houston dated report stamps Texas oil history from 1896 to Jan 1 with total production about 417,083,256 barrels. Coast South Texas fields contribute 252,009,150 barrels, while North Texas and Central West Texas add 165,074,006 barrels. Humble, Sour Lake, Spindletop and other fields account for major shares.
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Houston
Corsicana
Humble
Sour Lake
West Columbia
North Texas
Wichita
Wilbarger
Eastland County
Stephens County
Train wreck injures score near Wataugee Mississippi River
Mobridge S C Jan 7 A score of persons traveling in day coaches were injured, ten quite seriously, when the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul passenger train west bound broke through a bridge near Wataugee Twenty five of the victims were brought here today
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobridge
S. C
Chicago
Milwaukee and St. Paul
Wataugee
Diamond Dye Garments Like New
A vintage ad proclaims that any woman can dye faded wear including wool silk cotton linen to any color using simple directions with "Diamond Dyes" to make garments look like new.
Farm Journal Editor Visits Astin To:ge Farm Near This City
Farm Journal editor G H Alford visited the Astin farm in Brazos county to study diversification from cotton to livestock. He noted labor scarcity as a factor and observed silos filled with ensilage for winter feeding. The visit followed by T O Walton and others highlighted a well managed bottomlands farm as a model for broader diversification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. H. Alford
The
Progressive Farmer
Bryan
Brazos County
Rogers Astin
Roger Astin
Alford
T. O. Walton
G. W. Orms
C. Hoyle
W. B. Cook
Astin Farm
Walker
Astin
Texas Cows Shipped to Manila by U S Government
In Fort Worth on January 3, the United States government bought more than one hundred Texas cattle for shipment to the Philippines. Dr A S Shealy, purchasing agent for the Philippines, said Filipino cattle yield poor beef and cross breeding with Texas stock should boost local beef production and reduce meat imports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Jan
Texas
United States
Philippines
A. S. Shealy
666 Says It Cights Malaria and Fevers Cure
The claim states that 666 has proven it will cure malaria chills fever bilious fever colds and la grippe.
German Ships Offered for Sale by Shipping Board
The United States Shipping Board offers thirty former German ships for sale to American buyers. Vessels include the Leviathan George Washington Agamemnon and other noted passenger and cargo ships seized during the war. Proposals due by Jan 20. bids limited to American buyers with pledge to operate on board designated lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States’ Shipping Board
Leviathan
George Washington
Agamemnon
United States
666 Quick Relief Claims Cold and Grippe Cure
The advertisement promotes 666 as a remedy for colds la grippe constipation biliousness loss of appetite and headaches. It asserts rapid relief and lists multiple ailments likely targeting general health complaints of the era.
Loss of Revenue Does Not Increase Tax in Kentucky
Louisville January 3 Loss of revenue from whisky beer and wines will not decrease Kentucky revenue for 1920. The state tax commission says normal growth in property values and industry will offset liquor tax loss. Estimated 1920 revenue is 12 200 000 compared with 10 459 000 in 1918 and 12 324 690 in 1919.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Kentucky
State Tax Commission
Pershing Accepted Fort Worth Visit Invitation
Fort Worth officials and organizations welcomed the guesting of General John Pershing on February 7 and 8 after a telegram from Colonel Marshall confirmed formal acceptance of the joint invitation from the city chamber of commerce and the American Legion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pershing
Fort Worth
Davis
Marshall
Joan J. Pershing
Chamber of Commerce
The
American Legion
Rub-My Tism Pain Killer Ad Claims Quick Relief
An old advertisement touts Rub-My Tism as a remedy for rheumatism neuralgia and sprains promising fast pain and soreness relief. The copy emphasizes broad ailment coverage and practical value for sufferers.
Foster's January Weather Forecast Shows Warm and Storm Waves
January forecasts from Foster predict warm waves across the Pacific slope around January 10 16 and 22 with storms intensifying after January 10. The period includes peak storms mid January with use of meridian 90 and crest of the Rockies explanations for readers to understand crop weather implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foster
Vancouver
Pacific
Rockies
Plains
Meridian 90
Great Lakes
Middle Gulf States
Ohio-Tennessee
Newfoundland
North America
Gulf of Mexico
Canada
Pacific Slope
Rockies Crest
W. T. Foster
North Capitol Street
Washington, D. C
Plant For Curing Sweet Potatoes to Be Erected Here
Promoters C L Benson S E Eberstadt and G S Bruce announce locating a 20000 bushel capacity potato curing plant in Bryan. Lease contracts are made and the plan approved by A and M College, with undisclosed promoters and site. Brazos county farmers gain a ready market and can store spuds at nominal prices until demand raises prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. C. L. Benson
S. E. Eberstadt
G. S. Bruce
I. & G. N. Railroad
Bryan
A. and M. College
Brazos County
Texas
Prohibition Amendment Challenge in Texas Court
S. S. Barlow of McLennan county appeals a two year sentence for selling intoxicating liquor. He argues the Texas prohibition resolution was void as the legislature shifted from representative to direct democracy by sending the question to voters, claiming the legislature exercised too little power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Jan
S. S. Barlow
McLennan County
Court of Criminal Appeals
Texas
LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN Promises Constipation Cure in 14 to 21 Days
Advertisement touts Habitual Constipation Cure with LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN Syruphonic Laxative. Claims relief promptly and requires daily use for 14 to 21 days to establish regular action. Describes stimulating, regulating effect and pleasant taste priced at 60 cents per bottle.
United States Declines Official Role in Paris Peace Talks
Paris reports that Ambassador Hugh C. Wallace urged the supreme council to use the term allied powers only, signaling the United States will not participate officially in Paris decisions. Echo de Paris notes this marks the U S stance on future council deliberations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Hugh C. Wallace
France
Supreme Council
Echo de Paris
United States
Danger Points for Youth Revealed in Dallas Report
Dallas January report from Ed S Lauderdale chief probation officer warns parents to guard their girls at sixteen and boys at fourteen. The juvenile court records show 120 white boys aged fourteen and 42 of 108 delinquent girls aged sixteen, with running away from home totaling 375 cases in 1919.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Ed S. Lauderdale
Lauderdale
Shipments of Cuban crude sugar halted until late January
Galveston officials announce no more crude sugar from Cuba will arrive before the last weeks of January. Several cargoes expected earlier in January were delayed and will reach the port in late January. In early December 28,000 bags of new Cuban sugar were delivered through the port.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galveston
Cuba
Sugarland
Cash Drug Company plans incorporation in 1920 notice
Notice states that L. A. Nash W. E. Pigford A. E. Thompson Bill Dix Gus Watson Gus Richards Will Davis I N White N D White Sandy Shepard J Daniels and John Cunningham as partners intend to incorporate the Cash Drug Company without changing the firm name thirty days after January 5 1920.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. A. Nash
W. E. Pigford
A. E. Thompson
Bill Dix
Gus Watson
Gus Richards
Will Davis
I. N. White
N. D. White
Sandy Shepard
J. Daniels
John Cunningham
Cash Drug Company
A. D
W. E
Garden seed bulk sale notice from Haswens Book Store
Bulk garden seeds and paper products announced by Haswens Book Store. Availability for customers listed with emphasis on bulk orders and plant supplies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haswens Book Store
Bromo Quinine Box Endorsed by E. W. Grove
An old advertisement notes a single Bromo Quinine tablet product used to treat colds grip and influenza. The box features the signature of E. W. Grove and lists a price of 0c. as part of its branding and claims.
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E. W. Grove
Enormous Waste in Disposing of Supplies
Antwerp Jan 7 The sale of American stocks left in France after the army departure brought in 760 million dollars Brigadier General Connor chief of the American department of supplies announced before sailing for America He put the stocks value at about two billion dollars and noted it would cost roughly 75 million dollars to repatriate them.
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Antwerp
France
Connor
Department of Supplies
America
Woman Uses Cardui to Overcome Six Year Pain
Minnie Philpot of Gonzales Texas recounts a five year struggle with left side pain that spread to her shoulder back and head leaving her weak and bedridden. After reading a Birthday Almanac she tried Cardui and began improving after the second bottle becoming well and able to resume normal life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gonzales, Tex
Minnie Philpot
Thrift and Saving Creed Urges National Economic Effort
Washington notes the savings division of the treasury urges every American to adopt a financial creed. A composite summary from the twelve federal reserve districts calls for thrift and simple living, spending less than earned, careful use of earnings, consistent saving, and government securities to secure America's future. The message stresses there be no financial slackers in the battle to reduce living costs and stabilize industry and commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Savings Division
Treasury Department
Federal Reserve
United States of America
America
William Mather Lewis
Bryan Women Demonstrate Thrift Through Canning Hog
Bryan housewives Mrs. M. T. Payne and Mrs. J. F. Bagwell canned a 230 pound dressed hog bought at 20 cents per pound. They produced twenty four 2 pound cans of sausage, thirty three cans of roasted shoulder and ham, twelve cans of cracklings, twelve quarts of mincemeat, and seventy two pounds of pure lard, saving about thirty two dollars on lard alone and illustrating practical thrift in preparing a winter pantry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Bryan
Brazos County
M. T. Payne
J. F. Bagwell
Tyranny of dress to give Japanese women efficiency
Japanese women, famed for kimono dress, may shed excess attire to gain efficiency. Miss Michi Kawai says organization demands free response as 850000 women work in industry. Movement favors simplified, machine made uniforms to reduce wardrobe upkeep and cleaning, expanding schooling influence.
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Dallas
Michi Kawai
Japan
Miss Kawai
United States
Benson to Speak at Tabor Welfare Club Meeting
Former County Agent Benson will attend the Tabor Welfare club meeting next Friday to discuss the agricultural program adopted by farmers at the Waco meeting. Musicians will accompany him to add interest and profit to the first gathering of the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benson
Tabor Welfare Club
Waco
Red Cross Allocates 15 Million for Europe in 1920
Washington Jan 5 The American Red Cross reported a 1920 budget from a 20 million fund with 15 million earmarked for European relief and 5 million for home use including peace time activities. Dr Livingston Farrand, head of the organization, said a reserve would cover emergencies such as potential openings in Russia-US relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
American Red Cross
Bers
Livingston Farrand
Russia
United States
Republicans Meet in Conferences on 10 Study Party Issues
Nearly a thousand Republican men and women from fourteen Central West states gather in Chicago for the first January conference organized by Will Hays. A Denver session on January 8 and 9 and a San Francisco meeting January 12 and 13 follow as planners push a national campaign assuming the suffrage amendment is ratified.
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Chicago
Central West States
Will Hays
Denver
San Francisco
Land sale nets 34 acres gains in Dallas area
Joe Goernert bought 34 acres on the Hitchins pike for 1500 dollars twenty five years ago and recently sold it as a switching site for 34000 dollars.
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Dallas
Joe Goernert
Hitchins Pike
Notice of assessment in Bryan death society
Notice from Bryan Texas dated January 2 1920 informs members of a one dollar ten cent assessment for Ralph Griffith No 86 due to ten days to pay to Joe B Reed secretary. If unpaid suspension follows with reinstatement cost rising to 1 50 after approval of the board. Last call shows 230 members with 1 dead 0 suspended and 0 new present 229. Signed W T James president and Joe B Reed secretary for the Friend in Need Society. Rub My Tistm ad follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Tex
Ralph Griffith
Joe B. Reed
W. T. James
Bryan Council
Friend In Need Society
D&wit
United Mine Workers Endorse Wage Proposal End Strike
The United Mine Workers of America in Columbus ratified internal officers action approving President Wilson's plan to end the coal strike with a fourteen percent wage basis increase and a commission to draft a new wage agreement. FOR SALE Good pair five year old males Animal Husbandry Dept College Station Tex wt
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United Mine Workers
Columbus
United Mine Workers of America
Wilson
College Station
Tex
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PLANG
Farm Journal
Astin Otoge
Manila
Shipping Board
Tabor
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