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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1914
Page
10
A local obituary proof misprinted resting as roasting, provoking a family member to demand correction. The editor quipped the deceased was three years behind on subscriptions and suggested leaving the word unchanged.
J. H. Houghland of Eldon Iowa reports that Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy was advised to boys enlisting for the Spanish war. He says travelers and residents alike should have it and notes many thanks for the advice. For sale by Hutton and Carpenter.
Mrs. C W Florence of Rockfield Indiana praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy noting a single dose cured her summer complaint. The product is sold by Hutton & Carpenter in the locality.
Several newspapers still name Huerta but the figure has retired from public life and withdrawn from current events, marking a quiet end to his public presence in editorials and commentaries.
Advertises a liver remedy to cure yellow complexion acne and blemishes by toning the liver. The product, claimed to purify the system and stimulate vital organs, is sold by Price and Grimland for 50 cents.
Mrs M J Gallagher of Geneva New York reports long lasting indigestion and constipation improved after taking Chamberlains Tablets. She bought two bottles and is able to eat heartily without adverse effects. Sold by Hutton Carpenter. The piece also notes optimism about Woodrow Wilson guiding the country through Europe’s war.
Fall cough or cold warning urges immediate check and suggests Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as pure and harmless. Claims relief for adults and children, soothes throat and lungs, loosens phlegm, antiseptic, fortifies against colds, and guarantees results for 25 cents at the druggist.
The article notes surplus grain and possible overseas demand lifting farmer spirits. It also advertises Herbine a digestive remedy sold by Price and Grimland promising relief within hours or by next breakfast, and includes a cynical line comparing war to parenting.
The Cleburne Enterprise argues the present conflict exposes civilization’s fragility. It contends war corrupts manners yet refines methods of killing, serving greed and national commercial aims. It notes civilians and soldiers suffer most, while leaders avoid pain.
Advertisements claim Sloan's Liniment eases rheumatic pains at the joint site with one application. It markets itself as a family remedy for pains, bruises, sore throat, neuralgia and chest pains, with testimonials, price 25 cents, and availability at local druggists. Also notes public health remarks on fly control and promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment for swelling and pain with prices 25c, 50c, and 1.00.
This notice invites vehicle owners to visit the shop for repairs and free air for tires. It notes the proprietor as Nem Nelson in Clifton Texas and reflects wartime rhetoric about women and elderly men in France harvesting crops as a penalty of war.
The message promotes Chamberlains Liniment for rheumatism sciatica lumbago and sore backs. It notes many sufferers have used it with good results and mentions Hutton as the seller.
The report asserts Germany is deeply engaged in the war, suggesting one or two declarations will not significantly alter the course of events. It emphasizes the seriousness of the current conflict and the broad involvement beyond initial announcements.
Four miles east of Crawfills Gap a 246 acre farm with 125 acres in cultivation and remaining good grassland. Includes improvements a fine young orchard and a good water well with a new windmill. Priced at 30 dollars per acre or exchange for a smaller farm. J L Smith Rt 2 Meridian Tex. Also a note about President Wilson mediation offer anticipated soon.
Dizzy and bilious afflicted readers urged to take Dr King’s New Life Pills as a tonic for stomach and liver, promising relief from constipation and digestive discomfort. First dose claims to cure worn condition. available at druggists for 25 cents.
A genuine remedy for babies’ stomach and bowel distress named McGee’s Baby Elixir. It acts quickly, is pure and wholesome and pleasant to take. Sold by Price & Grimland with bottles priced at 25¢ and 50¢.
Jim Yarborough offers two good work mules nine and ten years old? Actually seven and eight. Also one three year old mare and one seven year old mare for sale cash at his farm six miles east of Crantills Gap Texas.
Po Do Lax claims to banish pimples and bad blood caused by indigestion. The ad touts a pleasant laxative that tones the liver and purifies the blood, promising a clear complexion and steady nerves with regular use. Money back if not satisfied for sale by druggists.
The Cameron Herald highlights a rise in Texas per capita tax for school children from 5.50 to 8.00 dollars, enabling better staffing for schools. It notes eight dollars per child will yield a sizable sum for districts and advises White's Cream Vermifuge as a household worm remedy at 25 cents.
Advertisement notes Barred Plymouth Rock cockrel chickens for sale by H. W. Schulz located six miles west of Norse. Commentary mentions possible invitation of Col. Roosevelt after the war to Europe to locate boundary lines and rivers.
In Rotterdam via London Aug 30 a Louisville writer relays a Hanover clergy story after mobilization. He says Protestants believe victory demands both prayer and labor, urging Germans to fight harder than others, noting God may back big guns to aid a right outcome.
James E. Ferguson Democratic nominee for Governor will visit Tyler Texas to address the East Texas Fair on Thursday Oct. The event is set as Dallas Day State Pair Day and East Texas Day with special trains planned from multiple East Texas points. Governor Colquitt will open the fair on Saturday Oct 6 designated Governor's Day Educational Day and Press Day.
An Arkansas postmaster published a tongue in cheek office notice urging patrons to check all mail boxes and even the cellar if mail is missing. The cheeky flyer jokes that the postmaster hides mail for amusement and instructs readers to pressure him to “look again” for their letters and papers.
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