Farmer urges late plantings to save food crops in drought
In a Bryan Dairy Eagle letter I M Cook urges farmers to plant crops that can mature with late rains, proposes peanuts, cow peas, sorghum, feterita, or dwarf maize by mid August, and stresses saving seed potatoes and using sweet potato vines if rain arrives. He warns corn and feed crops face record failure and calls for coordinated seed drives and practical farming choices this season.
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Bryan
Brazos County
I. M. Cook
Loss of Twenty Five Cattle From Dipping
Dr. E R Marstellar Benson and Prof P R Williams traveled to Mumford to investigate the death of about twenty five cattle after dipping fever tick cattle. One hundred head dipped yesterday and twenty five died this morning from a solution perhaps too strong. The open vats and rapid evaporation may have caused excess strength. Benson estimated twenty seven head lost. a proprietary prep and instructions followed by guess led to a too strong mix and about 1800 dollars in cattle value lost.
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E. R. Marstellar
Benson
P. R Williams
Mumford
BoroZone marketed as universal antiseptic and healing agent
Surgeons emphasize prompt antiseptic care for cuts burns bruises and wounds. BoroZone is touted as the ideal antiseptic for man or beast promising immediate healing. Available in 25c 50c 1.00 and 1.50 price points from E J Jenkins.
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E. J. Jenkins
Three Navasota Deaths Reported in Brief Notice
Navasota June 16 three well known residents died yesterday including Captain Felix P. Hardin a Confederate veteran and captain of the Tenth Texas Cavalry. He was born in Shelby North Carolina in 1833 and moved to Texas later locating in Rusk county. Also noted is the death of Mrs L J Driscoll age 78.
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Navasota
Felix P. Hardin
Tenth Texas Cavalry
Shelby
N. C
Texas
Rusk County
L. J. Driscoll
Local resident honored in city history
Native of Alabama, longtime city resident. Mr. L. S. Cherry, formerly of Missouri and longtime local businessman, aged about 76. I can handle loans of $5,000 or more on improved farm lands at 6 1/2 percent for ten years. No expense except inspection, margin must be three to one or better. L. E. Norton, 901 Scanlan building, Houston Texas.
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Alabama
L. S. Cherry
Missouri
L. E. Norton
Scanlan Bldg
Houston Texas
Are Jews Greater Than Irish in Ferber Serial
A July American Magazine installment quotes a character asserting Jewish endurance and artistry from persecution, and follows with a provocative line claiming the Irish would be greatest if not for the Jews, reflecting antisemitic stereotype driving dialogue.
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Edna Ferber
Fanny
Real Pleasure Trip to Galveston Surf Delight
Very low excursion fares via I and G N for trains arriving Galveston Cp m Saturday June 28 and a m Sunday return limit Monday June 25 Ask ticket agent I and G N for particulars.
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Galveston
Corn Growers Seeding Corn for Sale at Mills
A Kansas batch of selected corn for seeding purposes only offered at 1.90 per bulk ton at mills. Buyers to bring their own bags. H. T. Lawler Milling and Trading Company.
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Kansas
H. T. Lawler Milling & Trading Company
Lift Corn Without Pain Say Freezone Is Charm
A Cincinnati authority touts freezone as a quick painless remedy for corns and calluses. Apply drops directly to the tender area, then the corn loosens and lifts out with no pain. Small bottle is inexpensive and should not irritate surrounding skin. If unavailable, ask the druggist to order it.
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Cincinnati
Steep Hollow Community Notes Highlight River Trip and Local Events
In Steep Hollow on the Navasota river last week a crowd of fifty or more enjoyed a trip where fish were sparse but the outing impressed despite mosquitoes. Mr and Mrs W B English hosted a Friday evening party for the young crowd. Mamie Goen of San Marcos visited her aunt Mrs T B Martin for a week. Fred Buchanan of Pampa returned home after visiting his parents R L and Mrs Buchanan. His brothers Leslie Webb and Guy Blanton of Harvey joined him to help harvest wheat. Our choir represented at Reliance Sunday afternoon. Work continues with corn cutting for feed and concerns grow about water for stock. The Sunday school normal progress is encouraging and should aid local Sunday schools.
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Steep Hollow
Navasota
W. B. English
Mamie Goen
San Marcos
T. B. Martin
Fred Buchanan
Pampa
R. L
Ballard's Snow Liniment advertised for itch relief
An advertisement urges use of Ballard's Snow Liniment for itchy, bleeding skin. It promises instant relief and a permanent cure after several applications. Available in 25c 50c and $1.00 bottles, sold by Be. J. Jenkins.
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Ballard
BE. J. Jenkins
List of men held indicted on conspiracy charges Dallas
District Clerk Louis Maynard announced that the following men indicted on conspiracy charges against the government have been arrested Geo. B. Cathcart R. W. Mills Rob Benton Will Bradley W. Y. Butler R. J. Jones Shorty Wren B. P. Childress J. T. Hales W. B. Glass S. J. Powell G. T. Bryant and George Dodson in Dallas Texas June 16.
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Dallas
Texas
Louis Maynard
Federal Court At
Geo. B. Cathcart
R. W. Mills
Rob Benton
Will Bradley
W. Y. Butler
R. J. Jones
Shorty Wren
B. P. Childress
J. T. Hales
W. B. Glass
J. Powell
G. T. Bryant
George Dodson
Foley Cathartic Tablets Praised as Pleasantly Distinct
Indigestion worries readers with headaches biliousness and distress. W A McRae of Raleigh Georgia testifies that Foley Cathartic Tablets cleanse the system thoroughly without gripe or pain and are entirely satisfactory and wonderfully different from other pills.
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W. A. McRae
Raleigh, Ga
Contracts Made for Thirty Four Vessels
Washington June 18 General Goethals announced contracts for ten more steel merchant ships and twenty four wooden hulls to be delivered in 1918. Secretary Daniels noted coal operators offered $2.95 per mine but navy delivery costs stood at $2.88. He directed shipments at a tentative mine price of $2.33 pending report while the Shipping Board fixed steel at $56.20 per ton.
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Washington, D. C
General Goethals
Navy
Daniels
Commission
Shipping Board
Remedy for lingering cough praised by Bentonville man
W. G. Glazier of Bentonville Arkansas recommends Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for a long standing cough. He says it cured a cough believed to be consumption and notes relief from wheezy breathing and throat irritation.
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W. G. Glazier
Bentonville
Ark
Foley
Grand Jury Probes Anti American Pro German Activity
Cleveland June 15 The federal grand jury has been called to meet next Thursday to investigate alleged activities of Cleveland and northern Ohio residents involved in anti American if not actually pro German activities.
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Cleveland
Federal Grand Jury
Ohio
Foley Kidney Pills Claim Rheumatism Relief
A.J. Walsh of Sneffels Cole endorses Foley Kidney Pills as the remedy that helps rheumatism by toning the kidneys and clearing uric acid from the blood. He says the pills work directly on the kidneys and relieve swollen joints, urging others not to give up and to begin today. sold by M.H. James in Bryan.
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Foley
A. J. Walsh
Sneffels
Cole
R. Walsh
Ruth Cruger Case Solved as Body Found in Cellar
New York police identify the murdered 18 year old Ruth Cruger whose body was found buried six feet under a bicycle shop cellar. Alfredo Cocchi, the shop operator who fled to Italy, is held in Bologna and an extradition effort begins. Police uncovered the body beneath a hidden wooden floor after decades of inquiries.
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New York
Ruth Cruger
Wadleigh High School
Italy
Miss Cruger
Alfredo Cocchi
Bologne
Hoover cooperation with A. and M. College planned
News notes Hoover head Herbert Hoover and J O Morgan announce active cooperation with the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas during its summer session. A two hour daily course in food conservation for public school teachers will be conducted with involvement from Hoover’s department, the bureau of education, and state relations service.
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J. Oscar Morgan
Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas
Herbert Hoover
Department of Food Administration
Food Administration Department
Hoover’s Department
Bureau of Education
State Relation Service
Hoover
United States Experiment Station
FOR SALE LAND AND PROPERTY ACROSS BRAZOS AREA
For sale the share half of a 310 acre tract eight miles north of Bryan with one residence two tenant houses three barns and hog proof fences plus water supply. Will sell divided or undivided interest at 5000. Also two gasol ine engines with pumping jacks offered at bargains. Stray two year old oxen in pasture brown longhorn branded left hip owner pays pasture and ad costs. Oak cordwood ready for sale within a mile of College Station rail access. 640 acres in Madison County along Navasota river with timber suitable for hog or cattle ranch sandy loam soil near two railroads. terms 8 per acre one half cash. Turner Real Estate & Abstract Co Madisonville Texas.
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Bryan
Geraldine Kelly
Marlin
Texas
Care Eagle Pvt. Co
W. EB. Tauber
College Station
College
E. C. Gee
Madison County
Navasota River
Turner Real Estate & Abstract Co
Madisonville
Foster's Weather Bulletin for Week
Washington June 18 forecast outlines a cross continent disturbance June 20 to 24 with warm and cool waves through late June. The system, though organized, is expected to be quiet and not dangerous, likely increasing soil moisture deficit in dry Atlantic–dry air patterns and producing a drought scare east of meridian 90 while remaining dry west of it.
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Meridian 90
Europe
China
Japan
India
Australia
Eost Indies
Canada
Pacific
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Washington, D. C
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Great Lakes
Ohio
Newfoundland
Walden's Bryan College Opens with Free Demo
Walden's Bryan Business College announces opening Monday at the A. J. Wagner Building in Bryan. Shorthand touch typing and day classes start 2:00 PM with evening shorthand at 7:15, bookkeeping and related courses at 8:00. Over twenty-five young people have signed up with many more intending to join, and a prominent local business figure praises the opportunity as essential for the area’s youth. The offer includes a free one week demonstration with no obligation to continue.
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Bryan
Walden
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Pitts Bridge
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Corn Growers
Ammei
Grand Jury
A. & M. College
Bryan Telephone Company
M. Sims
Isaac B. Turman
Washington Ave
Ashbury Park
N. J
Vi. H. James
Foster
Milan
Palm Beach
Oaly Dry Goods Co
L. R. Walden
Walden’s
Bryan Business College
Wagner
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