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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1913
Page
3
A meditation on the art of fault finding, urging kindness in correction and noting that even in families mistakes occur. The piece reflects on storms in Ohio and the relief from illness via Foley's Honey and Tar Compound with a user testimonial from L. Poole of Omaha.
A rural school teacher pledged a kiss to the first pupil who arrived next day, drawing three large boys to the doorstep at sunrise and soon all the pupils and four directors awaited her. A medical ad warns that a child’s cold can lead to serious illness and promotes Joley's Honey and Tar Compound as a non-constipating remedy without opiates.
A mother scolds Frances for a noisy descent and instructs her to reenter the parlor and try again. Frances asks if she was heard this time and the mother confirms the child slid down the banister with more proper bearing.
Clifton residents express satisfaction as swift steps resolve a local issue and meet community needs. The swift action draws praise from neighbors and local groups who note improved services and quicker relief for affected households.
An early paragraph extols Adler-ika a buckthorn bark glycerine mix for fast relief of sour stomach gas and constipation with a single dose. A local club meeting is announced for May 10 by the Old Town Debating Society with a schoolhouse gathering at 7:20 p.m. and invites all to attend.
A Newton Iowa resident praises Chamberlain’s Ointment for rheumatic arm pain. The letter states his brother in law used the product and woke with the rheumatism gone the next morning. The notice claims it is best for chronic muscular rheumatism and notes it is sold by all dealers.
John A. Glenn of Waco died in an automobile accident six miles north of the city when the car ran backwards down a steep hill, struck a post, and turned turtle. Four others were injured including Mrs. Glenn and two Glenn girls. John F Rowe, driver and brother-in-law of Glenn, escaped with serious and minor injuries.
Disorders of the stomach may be avoided by the use of Chamberlain's Tablets. Many very remarkable cures have been effected by these tablets. Sold by all dealers.
A concise maxim emphasizes perseverance as the surest remedy for misfortune. The adage suggests that diligent effort outweighs luck, guiding readers toward consistent, focused work as a path to improvement.
Joint resolution proposes amending Section 52 of Article 3 to authorize counties and districts to issue bonds for public warehouses storing and handling agricultural products and for road projects. Governor to publish proclamation for a July ballot. $5,000 appropriated for publication and election costs. John L. Wortham, Secretary of State.
The article asserts health as the largest factor in a man's success and notes that regular bowels prevent sickness. It praises Chamberlain's tablets for relieving constipation, improving appetite, and aiding digestion, claiming they move the bowels and strengthen digestion. Sold by all dealers.
Clifton city council meets with may or Price presiding Aldermen Brantley Davidson Mixon and Poulson present. Contracts for gravel haulage awarded J W Guin and W F Gandy. April collections read and approved. Noise ordinance bans mufflers horns and whistles on streets approved for immediate effect and publication. Bills approved including hauling, supplies, cement, lumber, plumbing and belting. Council adjourned. Attestations by H F Theis and A W Price.
A vintage advertisement touts Dodson’s Liver Tone as a mild liver remedy replacing calomel. It claims a coated tongue signals liver issues and promises guaranteed satisfaction with a money back offer. The druggist price is 50 cents and urges readers to stock a bottle for bilious spells in children.
A local notice from W. E. Mahaney informs Clifton customers that their meat will be left at the front of J. A. Brewer's Pool Hall for pickup.
No fishing and hunting allowed on my place on the Bosque river owned by N G Grimland. Hub 4 sore throat with Gallard's Snow Liniment sold by Pric & Grimland. one or two applications will cure it. Price 25 cents to 1.00 per bottle. Adv.
El Paso Texas May 5 a four year old boy once believed to have tuberculosis was found to have a ten penny nail lodged in his throat after an X ray revealed the object. The nail was removed easily.
A quotable snippet notes that greatness comes from birth or achievement through advertising, reflecting on how society assigns merit. The line contrasts inherited stature with earned fame shaped by public messaging.
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