Elm Ridge News Notes Civic Life And Local Moves
Local brief from Elm Ridge reports cotton planting phase and recent showers. Items mention Mr W W Bra shear’s illness, Ed Krull leaving for Waco to try railway mail service exam, John Bauer Jr visiting Watt, Rev P A Heckman delivering a bilingual sermon, Frank Cunchick buried at Mark, J W Williams at Rockdale, brass band rehearsals, Nat Baker departing for San Antonio to attend a reading college.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Brashear
Ed. Krull
Waco
John Bauer, Jr
Watt
P. A. Heckman
Temple
Frank Cunchick
Mark
J. W. Williams
Rockdale
Nat Baker
San Antonio
Reading
Yarrelton News Notes March Hints and Local Tidings
March winds drift through Yarrelton as residents anticipate April fools and the Easter season. Ernest Pickens celebrates his twenty first birthday with a pound party hosted by Mr and Mrs Pickens. Martin Russell, a leading local youth, faces heart trouble with hope for recovery aided by a trusted confidant. Visits span families from Lake City, Mrs Rollen, Lula Majors, and sisters Gandy Robinson. Ella Gritin and Julia Patton attend a Wednesday night party at Mr Pickens as Yarrelton looks to brighter days.
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Mrs. Pickens
Ernest
Ella Gritin
Julia Patton
Mr. Pickens
Yarrelton
The
Herald
Violet
Bargains in wallpaper at Geo. A. Thomas & Son
Geographical wallpaper sale at Geo A Thomas and Son offers discounts on rolls and patterns. Local shoppers are invited to browse reduced prices on a range of designs and textures in the shop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. A. Thomas & Son
Doan's Kidney Pills Featured in Local Ad
A Brenham farmer Henry Blumberg touts Doan's Kidney Pills as curing yearlong kidney pain and backache. He claims two boxes solved his issues and urges others to try the remedy. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY is named as sole US agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doati
Henry Blumberg
Brenham
Berlin
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan
Preventics Cold Cure Advertised by Dr Shoop
Generous claim that Preventics can stop colds and pneumonia if used early. A Dr Shoop of Racine Wisconsin offers free samples and a book on Colds by mail. Sold in 5 cent and 2 shilling boxes through Cameron Drug Co.
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Preventics
The Fool and His Money Adage Echoes Through Ages
A short note recalls the proverb that wealth often tempts folly and caution, tracing its roots in moral sayings and common speech. The saying highlights the risk of misplaced trust and the value of prudent spending.
Remember Foley’s Honey and Tar Cure for Coughs
An advertisement urges using Foley's Honey and Tar to treat colds and coughs, noting the genuine product comes in a yellow package from Gen. A. Thomas & Sons. It also includes a political slogan to “Give the law a better chance in the court house.”
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Gen. A. Thomas & Sons
Geo, A. Thomas & Son
Lost and Found
Lost between 9 30 p m yesterday and noon today a bilious attack with nausea and sick headache This loss was occasioned by finding at Pace s New Drug Store a box of Dr King s New Life Pills the guaranteed cure for biliousness malaria and jaundice 25c
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pace’s
Dr. King
Liver Pills and Pellets Promise Relief for Liver Troubles
advertisement claims Ramon's Liver Pills and Tenic Pellets strengthen the liver to prevent and cure bilious headaches biliousness and related symptoms. Entire treatment offered for 25e with distribution through all druggists.
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Ramon
Kennedy Laxative Cough Syrup Moves Bowels
Be careful of bowels with a cold. Most cough syrups cause constipation especially opiate types. Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup contains no opiates and is sold by Pace's New Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kennedy
Pace
New Drug Store
Guaranteed cure ad for itching and piles failure in days
Classified style notice promotes a drug claiming to cure itching blindness and protruding piles. It asserts refund if not cured in six to fourteen days and urges readers to order now. The text uses jumbled phrasing and likely sensational language typical of old period ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
We. M-T
Citation Notice in Milam County District Court 1907
Publication of this writ summons John M. Mewhinney to appear in Milam County District Court Cameron on April 15 1907 to answer a petition filed February 18 1907 by W E H Reed regarding promissory notes totaling 1000 with 10 percent interest and a vendor lien on 106 1 4 acres in Milam County with attached legal description and foreclosure prayer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Texas
Milam
District Court
Milam County
Miam
John M. Mewhinney
Holden
Cameron
W. E. H. Reed
A. D
Holland
Bell County
Texas
E S.C. Robertson
Little River
R. W. Whitten
W. J. Robertson
H. Mewhinney
N. W
Kate F. Sharp
Robertson
S. Bank
James Hooks
Electric Bitters touted for Panama Canal work
An advertisement claims Electric Bitters shield workers from fevers and malaria during Panama Canal construction. It touts curing blood poison biliousness and kidney issues, urging bold young artisans to join the skilled labor force with this remedy from Pace's New Drug Store priced 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panama Canal
Pace
The Demagogue Who Speaks In Courage
A concise editorial line argues that a demagogue who avoids direct confrontation may still be the sole figure capable of delivering victory for a district or state. The quote emphasizes paradoxical political influence and leadership risk.
Alice Roosevelt's Wedding Noted in History Annals
An item notes Alice Roosevelt's wedding as a historic record. The advertisement touts Herbine as the greatest liver regulator and cure for bilious headaches constipation chills fever and liver complaints. J C Smith of Little Rock Arkansas endorses it and Pace’s New Drug Store sells the remedy.
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J. C. Smith
Little Rock
Ark
Pace
Health Coffee touted as a caffeine free replacement
An advertisement claims Dr Shoop Health Coffee mimics the flavor of real coffee using cereals and nuts. It markets as wholesome and suitable for all ages and suggests even sensitive stomachs or kidneys can drink it without issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Shoop
Cameron Drug
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April
North Elm
Martin Russell
Yarrellof
Russell
Mrs. Gandy
Mrs. Robinson
Mrs.Rollen
Lula Majors
Lake City
Texa
Canal Zone
Alice Roosevelt
Jim
American Cigar Company
CREMO
Bryant & Dowd Co
Fish Bros
MO. B. McLane
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