Manure and Wood Ashes Improve Fruit Trees
The text advises spreading manure under fruit tree tips regardless of season and notes wood ashes are beneficial. It claims ashes improve color and flavor of the fruit.
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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1903
Page
6
The text advises spreading manure under fruit tree tips regardless of season and notes wood ashes are beneficial. It claims ashes improve color and flavor of the fruit.
An ad claims One Minute Cough provides immediate relief for coughs, croup, and laryngitis by acting at the source. It asserts the remedy draws out inflammation and heals, enabling lungs to deliver oxygen to blood and tissues for permanent cure.
The piece urges using garden plowing to expose worms and grubs, then turning in chickens to consume pests. Repeats the cycle to help soil and crops, noting insects feed chickens and benefits plants.
An advertisement-style passage promotes Little Early Risers as a non weakening tonic that stimulates digestion and liver function. It contrasts acorn food with fruit trees, urging families to grow edible fruits and noting many households overlook peaches, plums, or pears in favor of acorns.
A Winchester Indiana man M M Austin acted in time for his wife’s stomach and liver trouble. After doctors could not help, he used Dr Kings New Life Pills and she found relief at once and was cured. The remedy was available at Gee A Thomas Sons drug store.
Brown rot is the main peach pest. Spores lodge on tree parts and on last year’s fruit seeds that rot and drop. To control, spray early and late and burn prunings. Bordeaux mixture is recommended: two pounds copper sulphate and two pounds fresh lime dissolved and mixed. use liberally.
John Oliver of Philadelphia describes a dire illness with yellow skin and severe weakness. After three doctors gave up, he began Electric Bitters and saw rapid improvement over three weeks, claiming the remedy saved him from the grave. Only 500 bottles guaranteed at Geo. A. Thomas & Sons.
An advertisement declares Bucklen's Arnica Salve is the complete remedy for burns sores bruises cuts boils ulcers skin eruptions and piles. Sold at 25 cents with a satisfaction guarantee by Geo A Thomas and Son.
H M Stringfellow in the Practical Fruit Grower endorses Ben Davis as a good eating apple only when eaten fresh from cold storage. He warns that after a week in a car and warm stands at 60 to 70 degrees in the South, the fruit becomes barely better than a turnip.
A Leesville resident, W. H. Brown, was saved from presumed death by Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption. Brown reports immediate relief for asthma and a complete cure, noting the remedy also cures consumption, pneumonia, bronchitis, and grip. Sold by Geo A Thomas druggist with 50c and 1.00 prices and a trial bottle.
The Practical Fruit Grower reports the Ozark Elberta peach crop nearly wiped out by the February cold. Estimated loss tops 1500 car loads. Apples largely spared. pears, plums and cherries lightly affected. Buyers must seek Elberta peaches further south, notably Texas, where damage is less widespread.
Mrs. Mary A. Vitet of Newcastle Asia praises Ballard's Horehound Syrup as superior for coughs and pulmonary ailments. She notes her child uses it even without need and highlights its pleasant taste and price points of 25c 0c and 1.
In 1901 England purchased over 46 million dollars worth of hog meat mainly cured bacon from the United States. Canadian bacon exports decline as American packers tailor products to British tastes with hogs fed on muscle producing feeds. Alfalfa and green feeds, roots, and tubers reduce costs and improve hog quality for export.
Ed C Nud of Townville Sedgwick Co Kansas reports severe sciatica improved by Ballards Snow Liniment. He used three 50 cent bottles and can now walk freely and perform light farm work. Purchases available at Geo A Thomas with prices 25 50 and 1 dollars.
A note highlights high quality farriery offered by Jim Coleman's shop. Local readers are informed of expert horse shoeing services available, with emphasis on skilled craftsmanship.
The Commoner editors promote a education and organization campaign for democratic principles during Congress. The paper highlights its Current Topic department Home Department and Maupin’s column. An offer with Cameron Herald sells both papers for one year at 1.75 dollars.
An 19th century advertisement proclaims Hall’s Great Discovery, Texas Wonder, cures for kidney and bladder troubles. It claims diabetes relief, rheumatism, and general health benefits for men women and children, with mail order and testimonials available via Dr. E W Hall sole manufacturer in St Louis Missouri. Reese & Sapp sell locally.
Giles C. Avriett Sheriff reports cure of kidney and bladder trouble after using Texas Wonder and Halls Great Discovery. He recommends the remedies to others suffering similar ailments.
Elegant coaches and splendid dining care are featured with meals ala carte at reasonable prices. Firet close cuisines and full information on rates time cards and Pullman reservations available from any Midland agent or F B McKay General Passenger Agent Terrell Texas.
Mayor J M Ralston proclaims an election at the Cameron Fire Station on the first Tuesday in April 1903 to fill four aldermanic seats. Terms of Tom Peoples F Bender A S Hearrell and A E Sharpe expire or have resigned. W M Thompson named presiding officer.
Bright ad urges readers to visit for a free eye examination. It touts that most eye troubles can be improved with eyeglasses and spectacles and suggests improved eye helps may extend sight and prevent years of suffering.
The ad stresses that consumption and wast ing diseases come from poor digestion and lack of nourishment. It claims Golden Medical Discovery cures stomach and digestion issues, enabling proper nourishment and strength through well digested food. It emphasizes it as a temperance remedy without narcotics or opiates.
An early testimonial from Milwaukee quotes a patient who suffered severe consumption and weakness. After four bottles of Doctor Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery the narrator regained strength, could work all day, and praised the medicine as the best in the world.
W J Brown of McDearman Tennessee describes a three month illness with fever chills and cough. After using Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery his weight rose from 149 to 162 pounds and strength returned. He offers to provide affidavit and endorses the medicine. Dr Pierce's book offer included with stamps and mailing cost.
A small patch of rope grass is proposed for spring grazing for pigs with potential for more next year. West adopters report quick regrowth after hogs are removed and possible a third crop with adequate rain. Early planting with biweekly sowings can yield multiple feedings, as the tender succulent grass appeals to hogs and promotes growth and fattening.
Mrs. Wm M Stroud of Midlothian Texas writes that Herbine has cured their eight year fight with fever bilious ailments and malaria praising it as the best medicine used. The ad notes 50 cents at Geo A Thomas.
Australia plans to import 18 million bushels of wheat this year if it has the money to pay. The statement implies the country will meet domestic needs through imports depending on currency availability.
Short note hints at a person named Jim Coleman connected with blacksmithing. No clear event date or location provided.
Tracy reports a well attended dating and literary society session at the schoolhouse. Students, faculty, and visitors debated negro disfranchisement with C W Moore head and Dr W A Price among speakers, affirmed by judges. Also listed are births, illnesses, and local acknowledgments.
Jim Coleman offers solid plow work at reasonable prices with reliable service and clear workmanship claims in a brief local notice.
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