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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1917
Page
4
The column discusses liquor use versus abuse, Texas soldiers heading to Berlin, questions on the food bill, university board actions in Galveston, and upcoming local option votes. It also notes wide reactions to liquor laws and the Abilene West Texas College situation as Texas voters prepare for alcohol policy decisions.
In Austin last week a gathering of district and county attorneys, clerks, and tax assessors praised the comptroller's department, noting the cooperation and contributions of the women and men in its ranks.
A bold wartime editorial declares the nation is fully in the war and must stay the course to victory. It asserts universal resolve across Americans and allies, emphasizing commitment over explanations. The piece stresses unity and perseverance in face of global conflict.
Lee Rowntree of the George town Commercial laments too many offices while Lee, McCollum of the Waco Tribune notes droughts strain states. Dr Barton asserts war efficiency, bootlegger crackdowns. An East St. Louis remark stirs debate. Hillsboro's old citizen recalls Sheridan on Texas and Hell. Chas H Morris of Winnsboro resumes bid for governor after a costly prior run, drawing votes mainly against his opponent. Honey Grove Signal.
The piece notes the war measure status of a statewide prohibition question with mixed local opinions on beer wine and whisky. It also reports a killing in Riesel where no local citizen participated and calls the incident an unfortunate occurrence with strong provocation noted. It ends with a humorous aside about a San Saba News editor's negligence and a fishing trip.
A Mrs Mary Kilman of Rouse City Texas recounts severe postnatal pain, months in bed, and relief after using Cardus the woman's tonic. She credits three bottles with full recovery and urges others with headaches back pains or monthly discomfort to try Cardus.
The piece discusses mixed views on prohibition targeting whiskey but not beer or wine. It frames federal action as an experimental food restriction and notes cautious optimism to see if the policy proves satisfactory.
Editorial notes a highly successful local Texas fair hindered by printing errors. The piece jokes about the printery woes and blames machines and fate, while insisting profanity cannot fix a paper. The tone is light and self critical, reflecting common newspaper newsroom struggles.
Brother Hill of the Roscoe Times voices fairness over Abilene’s selection as the college location. The board’s decision is seen as fair with one school and one town chosen, prompting congratulations to Abilene.
Bret Gardner argues liquor interests use page ads to push aims and questions whether other groups like railroads insurance or churches don t use similar methods. The piece asserts the newspaper wields power to accomplish purposes and merchants advertise to understand that influence.
An advertisement features A S Moseley of Travis Street praising Doan's Kidney Pills for kidney trouble and sleepless nights. He first testified in 1908 and again in 1915, urging others to use the same remedy. The ad promotes the product 50 cents at dealers and cites Foster Milburn Co as manufacturer. It also endorses HER BINE for torpid liver at 50 cents via Pace Marshall Drug Co.
Mrs M R Sears of Baldwinsville New York relates her stomach troubles improved after taking Chamberlains Tablets for a week. The testimonial describes a bad spell with her stomach and relief from symptoms.
An 19th century advertisement claims a foul taste signals a disordered stomach with a torpid liver. The remedy HERBINE is marketed to correct the stomach and stimulate the liver, priced 50 cents and sold by Pace Marshall Drug Co in July.
The State of Texas issues a probate notice to Milam County sheriff or constable to publish for ten days and summon all interested parties in the estate of Gus Ray deceased. T. F. Hardy seeks letters of administration in Milam County Court with a hearing August 6 1917 at the Cameron courthouse.
The ad promotes BALLARD'S SNOW LINIMENT for back pain from hard work and strained muscles. It stresses penetrating relief and offers bottles priced at 25c 50c and 1.00, sold by Pace Marshall Drug Co in July.
Despondency is caused by indigestion and constipation and soon vanishes with Chamberlain's Tablets. The tonic strengthens digestion and promotes bowel movement. July drives out malaria and boosts the system. Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic is advertised as a general strengthening remedy for adults.
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