Locals and Personal Notes From Bryan and Nearby Areas
William L. Powers, county superintendent, is recovering from influenza and pneumonia. Several residents visit Bryan from Rock Prairie, Harvey, Leonard, College, and Smetana. Donations arrive for the Red Cross from Bohemian A. K. P. lodge. others travel to Wichita Falls and West Texas. The Moore family prepares to move to a new bungalow as Mr. Moore joins Gulf Refining. Mrs. Harrington speaks on Women’s Work in Bryan. Mrs. Greer heads to Austin for a major operation with daughter Inez accompanying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Harbarta
Smetana
Bryan
Red Cross
A. K. P. Lodge
W. P. Moore
Steele
Brazos Bottom
Moore
Gulf Refining Plant
M Mims Family Thanks Friends After Father’s Death
A heartfelt thanks is extended for kindnesses shown during the illness and death of father M. Mims. The message lists J. L. Mims and Laura Mims among the mourners and expresses gratitude for support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Mims
J. L. Mims
M. P. Mims
Laura Mims
Telegram rates cut for night messages after year start
Washington reports postmaster general Burleson ordered a rate reduction for night telegrams effective January 1. The minimum cost for ten words is 20 cents with one cent for each extra word for short distances, and deliveries will be handled by post office carriers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Burleson
Fundamental Basis of True Education Found in Bible
Dr. BE W Solomon preached that there is one fundamental basis for education morality and life the word of God He cited Prussianism s downfall to warn against neglecting the Bible He urged Bible study as the foundation for modern life citing Psalms 119 104 and the Jews as an example of obedience leading to success and national civilization
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BE. W. Solomon
First Methodist Church
Bryan
College
Germany
Solomon
Dodson's Liver Tone Ad Promotes Safe Liver Cleansing
An ad warns against calomel and promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a harmless alternative. It claims calomel causes weakness sickness and salivation and promises quicker relief with a vegetable formula. The copy targets workers and families, urging a return to the store if not effective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dodson
Herbine Bowel Regulator Promotes Liver Strength
An 19th century notice touts Herbine as an admirable bowel regulator. It claims to aid the liver and stomach and restore buoyant strength. Sold by EF Jenkins and M H James.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EF. J. Jenkins and
M. H. James
Charles of Austria and Family in Desperate Straits
Vienna reports say former Emperor Charles and his family live on bare rations at Eckart Castle amid bread shortages for Austria’s poor. An Austrian court official seeking clothing at Schoenbrunn was refused, crown property seized by the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles OF Austria
Vienna
Associated Press
Austria
Charles
Eckart
Roberta Zeitung
Paris
Schoenbrunn Palace
Mooring Mercantile Company Opens Near Mudville
Roger Q. Astin and J. Seth Mooring form a partnership to launch Mooring Mercantile Company with a large store under construction at Brazos bottom near Mudville. J. Sidney Smith will manage the new enterprise and depart this week, while Mrs. Smith and the children stay in Bryan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roger Q. Astin
J. Seth Mooring
Mooring
No Worms in a Healthy Child Ad Claims
An advertisement asserts that worms cause poor color and stomach trouble in children. Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic is promoted as a two to three week remedy to enrich blood improve digestion and strengthen the whole system, with a claim that it will expel worms and restore health. It is priced at 60 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grove
Notice of Guardian Application for Loftin Minors
Mrs Eva B Loftin has filed in Brazos County Court for letters of guardianship of Frank E and Cecil L Loftin minors. Hearing set for the next term beginning the third Monday in January 1919 at Bryan Court House. Citizens may appear to contest. writ to be returned with execution details. Dated October 17 1918. Judge H O Ferguson, Clerk Brazos County Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Texas
Frank E
Cecil L. Loftin
Eva B. Loftin
Brazos County
Bryan
Texas
A. D
Boro zone advertised as ideal antiseptic for emergencies
Surgeons urge prompt antiseptic application for cuts burns bruises and wounds. Boro zone is promoted for use on man or beast and touted as the ideal healing agent. Sold by E. J. Jenkins and M. H. James.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J. Jenkins
M. H. James
U boat crews to surrender ships to Allies at Wilhelmshaven
A German wireless message says at a meeting of U boat crews in Wilhelmshaven on November 15 the submarines would be taken out only when necessary orders were received surrendering ships to the Allies was resolved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Wilhelmshaven
Hungary Proclaims Hergéle as Republic
Budapest dispatch reports formal proclamation of a Hungarian republic. Archduke Joseph took an oath to the new government after Count Karolyi spoke, declaring personal sympathy with the peoples government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Copenhagen
Budapest
Archduke Joseph
Count Karolyi
Hungarian National Council
7500 Men to be Released at Camp McClellan
Anniston Alabama November 19 Orders were received to release seven thousand five hundred men of the 157th depot brigade and development battalion at Camp McClellan. The men will be mustered out at the rate of five hundred a day beginning Wednesday. Orders also reduce labor battalions at the camp to one thousand men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anniston
Ala
157Th
Camp McClellan
German Fleet Surrender Set By Allied Plans
London reports the German fleet will depart German ports on Wednesday and be taken over by the allies on Thursday with King George and the Prince of Wales reviewing the grand fleet at Rosyth on Wednesday. The Kiel section already sailed for the North Sea on Sunday.
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London
King George
Prince of Wales
Rosyth
Copenhagen
Kiel
North Sea
LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN Advertised as Digestive Aid
An ad promotes LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN a 50 cent liquid laxative for indigestion constipation biliousness or general relief. The Paris Medicine Co. markets it alongside Laxative Bromo Quinine and Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris Medicine Co
Grove
Governor Hobby Prefers Farm Settlement for Returned Soldiers
Governor Hobby urges the Texas legislature to authorize a large scale land settlement program using a revolving fund for land improvement and sales to actual settlers. He cites California's model with 3,000 acres and a 20 year payment period and praises Dr. Elwood Mead's expertise for guiding Texas in buying land and creating farmer homes.
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Hobby
Texas
California
California Land Settlement Board
Lane
America
Elwood Mead
University of California
Dr. Mead
Pain Relief Reliever Promises Fast First Round Relief
A famous external pain reliever claims instant relief from rheumatic aches stiffness sprains and neuralgic pains. It penetrates without rubbing and delivers speedy comforting relief. available at all drug stores with economy from a large bottle.
Maxwell Car Ads Highlight Endurance and Efficiency
A flood of Maxwell owners report high mileage with minimal repairs, praising power and hill climbing. Testimonials cover miles driven, fuel economy from 19 to 28 miles per gallon, and low running costs amid varied terrains from Colorado to Minnesota and Oregon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maxwell
F. C. Headley
Colorado Springs
Colo
H. W. Lacey
Hurley
New Mexico
George L. Cleaver
Imbler
Ore
U. S
George Umberger
la Crescent
Minn
John C. Freeborn
Bloomington
F. B. Gerhard
Coral
Penn
F. N. Haroun
Portland
Pike’s Peak Highway
Colorado
Arizona
Alfred J. Black
Avondale Colorado
Baker Says No Change in Russian Military Situation
Secretary Baker states there has been no change in the Russian and Siberian military situation and no plans for sending more American troops or withdrawing existing forces in Siberia and European Russia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker
Associated Press
Washington
Siberian
Siberia
European
Russia
Royal privileges being curtailed in Germany
Paris reports that the German post office department has suppressed postal privileges of German ruling princesses who have not abdicated, according to a telegram from Dresden dated November 19.
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Paris
German Post Office Department
Dresden
Underground city club shelter of American corps staff
An AP correspondent describes a hidden underground dugout near the St Mihiel front housing the staff of a prominent American army corps. The complex includes offices, sleeping quarters, kitchens, baths, restaurants, and bellboys, with direct contact to frontline troops while remaining well concealed and protected from shelling.
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Associated Press
France
St. Mihiel
Bolsheviki Attack at Tulgas on the Dvina
Bolshevik forces resumed attacks against American and British positions at Tulgas on November 11. After heavy bombardments from gunboats and barges the Bolshevik infantry stormed allied wire entanglements and briefly reached Canadian artillery emplacements.
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Archangel
Tulgas
Dvina
Food relief shipment planned for Austria civilians
New York reports preparations are under way to ship about 250000 tons of food from the United States to Austria for civilian relief, with ships expected to depart soon.
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Associated Press
New York
United States
Austria
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Strengthens in Summer Heat
The tonic claims to fortify the elderly and the young against summer heat. It purports to purify the blood and build up the system, offering strengthening vigor and increased energy.
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Iak- Grove
The New Dress Strain Turns Mindset Toward War Charity
Maude longs for a $40 georgette dress for a lawn party but saves through a rival plan. Helen Bates makes a $6.75 muslin dress to donate the savings to the Red Cross, inspiring Maude to craft her own simple gown and give $34 to the charity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mamma
Maude
Georgette Crepe
Mamie
Helen Bates
Mr. Pope
Helen
Mother
Papa
Red Cross
Healers Promote Herbine For Digestive Health
Irregular bowel movements lead to constipation and impurities. Herbine is advertised as a bowel regulator that purifies the system and vitalizes the blood. Sold by FE Jenkins and M H James.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FE. J. Jenkins
M. H. James
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William L. Powers
Clinnie Carroll
Rock Prairie
Philip Endler
Gussie Pringle of
Kurten
George W. Warren
Leonard
Bryan Friends
J. J. Jones
Grass Garden
England
Frank Higginbotham
A. and M. College
Wichita Falls
West Texas
J. P. Harrington
Harrington
Provident Heights Baptist Church
Waco
John A. Held
J. W. Greer
Greer
Austin
Physicians and Sureens Hospital
Inez Greer
Hungary
Hergele
Republic
Camp Mclellan
Pain
Sloan
Maxwell Owners
L Falls
University Ave
Chicago
A. B. Christianson
Hendricks Minn
Oscar L. Yoder
Chickasha
Okla
L. E Mead, Marshall, Minn
All
L. A. Sweatman
Providence
Rhode Island
G. W. Baker
Carthage
Blewett Pass
Snoqualmie Pass
Mt. Rainier Park
Sunset Mountains
Blue Mountains
J. M. Burley
Lagrande, Ore
Fred Williams
el Centro
Pike's Peak
Postoffice
American Corps
McClure Newspaper Syndicate
Castoria
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