Twenty Three Long Years of Lumber Business in Cameron
The Jeter Lumber Co announces in a Milam county item that they began operations in Cameron on May 1, 1893, marking twenty three years of service and praising the city’s growth as the principal business center. A 1916 letter to A V Smith explains their annual May First calendar mailed to friends and customers.
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the Herald
Jeter Lumber Co
Milam County
Cameron
E ‘i
Texas
A. V. Smith
Blue Bonnets Texas State Flower Calendar Gift
A 1916 calendar offer from Jeter Lumber Co to Milam County residents highlights a landscape by Texas artist Onderdonk featuring bluebonnets. The letter invites recipients to expect the calendar by early May, asks for address corrections, and emphasizes friendly customer relations.
Sloan's Liniment and Chamberlain's Tablets Ad Copy
An advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment for bruises muscle aches and rheumatic pain claiming quick relief and renewed recognition. It also features a testimonial from Jul Grobien of Houston Texas praising Chamberlain's Tablets as a cure for indigestion after doctors said incurable.
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Sloan
Jul. Grobien
Houston
Texas
Stolen Moon Bros. Rubber Tire Buggy in Milam County Texas
A Moon Bros. rubber tire buggy in good condition and a set of breast harness were stolen on the night of April 8, 1916. The owner offers a $15 reward, with $10 for the thief and $5 for the return of the buggy, to Finis Smith. Allens, Sheriff Milam County Cameron Texas April 10.
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Moon Bros
Finis Smith
Allens
Milam Co
Cameron
Texas
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Widely Sold Across the Nation
From a small start the remedy has expanded to all parts of the United States and to many foreign countries. When you need such a medicine try Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to understand its popularity for coughs and colds. April.
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United States
Picnic at Ben Arnold School Event Changes Plan
A correction states the event at Ben Arnold will be a school picnic, not a big barbecue. Patrons and friends are invited to bring well filled baskets and enjoy the day. Newton McDonald notes the shift and invites participation.
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Ben Arnold
Newton McDonald
Women of the Christian Church Elect Officers for Next Year
The Ladies of the Christian church held a business session last Monday electing officers for the ensuing year. President is Mrs Pope, vice president Mrs. Law, secretary Miss Annie Wooley, and treasurer Mrs. Copas.
Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey Cough Syrup Ad
An old ad promotes Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey for colds and coughs. It claims quick cough relief, throat soothing and suitability for all ages, with a 25 cent price and medicinal formula on the bottle.
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Dr. Bell
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