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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1916
Page
8
A Catron Kentucky letter by Mrs Bettie Bullock claims Cardus, a woman’s tonic, relieved years of suffering from weak health and pain. She says she regained strength and can walk two miles after starting the tonic and urges others to consult their druggists.
A Democrat urged Milam County voters to back C A Culberson for United States Senator next Saturday the 26th to defeat Colquitt and support Woodrow Wilson's policy. The list of Democratic signatories includes T S Henderson E A Flinn Dr W W Greer Dr D Monroe J O Newton and others.
A Milam County sheriff sale notice describes the 1916 levy under Planters Oil Company v J W Porter C W Moore and T L Phegley. Property includes 117 acre tract near Gause with gin plant and complete machinery to be sold at Cameron court house on September 5 1916. Publication to run weekly in Cameron Herald for three weeks. Also small classified ads follow.
The ad promotes Laxa tive Brom quinine as superior to ordinary quinine claiming tanic and laxative action with no nervousness or humming in the head. It notes a signature of E Rove.
Mineral elements essential for hard shells are cheaper in forms like oyster shell lime and artificial grit than in typical grains. Bone meal provides phosphorus and lime, helping texture, with 3 to 5 percent dry mash recommended. Strong shells reduce losses from handling, boosting profits. feed for nonbreakable eggs.
A homemade brooder uses an old feather duster hung in a wood box about a foot high. The duster’s shaft fits a hole in the center after removing the handle, with hay or sand beneath to raise the level for chicks to run among the feathers. Ventilation comes from holes near the top and a small entry. a hinged cover eases cleaning.
The article warns amateur poultry keepers about overfeeding hens with mash and warns against morning mash excess, noting that dry mash keeps birds fed but can reduce activity. It also discusses feeding timing and contrasts corn and mash digestion. In turkey markets, hen turkeys are in higher demand than toms, with 10 to 15 pound birds selling readily though very large birds may need buyers.
A household tip suggests treating feather eating by burning the tip of the bill and adding salt to meat mixtures as a cure. The method is described as applied to feather eating hens rather than male children, reflecting outdated animal care beliefs.
A fragmented newspaper ad features testimonials for Sloan's Liniment claiming knee relief after one application and promoting Merbine as a malaria preventive. It urges readers to treat aches and chills with advertised remedies and notes prices and local drug store availability.
Help wanted advertisement seeks a good milch cow for feed. Apply to J. F. Byrd Star Barber Shop for details and availability.
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