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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1914
Page
2
A local obituary proof misprints resting as roasting, provoking a family member to demand correction while the editor jokes about the deceased being three years behind on subscription and leaving the error uncorrected.
J Houghland of Eldon Iowa reports Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy advised to soldiers enlisting for the Spanish war has drawn many thanks. He says no traveler or home should be without this remedy. Sold by Hutton & Carpenter.
Mrs C W Florence of Rockfield Indiana recounts how Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy cured her summer illness after a single dose. The product is sold by Hutton and Carpenter.
An old column touts a liver tonic by Herbine to cleanse the system and stimulate organs. It claims yellow complexion and blemishes can be cleared and advertises Price 50c sold by Price & Grimland.
A reader praises Chamberlain's Tablets for acute indigestion relief after tried remedies fail. The column also voices support for Woodrow Wilson guiding the nation, predicting he will steer clear of dangerous war in Europe.
Fall cough or cold warning urges immediate care and promotes Dr Bell’s Pine-Tar-Honey as pure and harmless relief. It claims to soothe throat and lungs, loosen phlegm, and fortify against colds, with a 25 cent guarantee from the druggist.
The article notes surplus grain and favorable prospect for export. It implies farmers should feel happy about domestic supply and overseas demand. An advertisement promotes Herbine as a quick remedy for stomach discomfort with dosing guidance and pricing, sold by Price & Grimland.
A European battle scene is described as a harsh teacher about sacrifice and danger for families. The outlook suggests raising a son amid war seems a difficult and costly venture for parents.
The war leads to doubt that civilization exists as barbarity remains, though polish and courtesy rise with war. It states war lacks purpose beyond commercial gain and the greed of promoters, while soldiers and their families bear the suffering.
The ad touts Sloan's Liniment as quickly penetrating to rheumatic pains around joints and offering relief without rubbing. It markets the product as a family medicine for pains, bruises, cuts, sore throat, neuralgia and chest pains with a 25 cent guarantee and a testimonial from Chas. H. Wentworth of California.
A Lampasas Leader note quotes a leading businessman urging continued effort against flies. He credits cleaner premises with fewer pests and improved health while noting some citizens still cling to the belief that flies purify air. The call is to swat, poison, and destroy flies to prevent disease.
Swellings from inflammation cold fractures toothache neuralgia or rheumatism can be relieved by Ballard's Snow Liniment. Rub in well over the affected part. Healing power eases pain reduces swelling restores natural conditions. Price 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle. Sold by Price & Grimland.
To Automobile Owners. Come to my Machine Shop to get your repairing done. We are prepared to fill your tires with free air. If Women and old men are going into the fields of France to harvest the crops. This is one of the penalties of war.
Advert shows Chamberlain's Liniment for muscle aches rheumatism and sciatica with best results noted for lumbago and lame back. For sale by Hutton.
The report notes Germany's extensive involvement in the war and suggests that one or two declarations will have limited impact on the broader conflict. It highlights the international tension and ongoing military actions shaping the crisis.
Farm four miles east of Crawfills Gap totaling 246 acres with 125 cultivated and remaining grassland. Features include improvements, a young orchard, water from a good well and windmill. Price 30 dollars per acre or exchange for a smaller farm. J L Smith Rt 2 Meridian Texas. President Wilson's mediation offer expected soon.
An old time ad touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as a tonic for the stomach liver and general system. It promises relief from dizziness biliousness and constipation with the first dose and urges purchase at all druggists.
An advertisement from Clifton Texas urges parents to use McGee's Baby Elixir for stomach and bone disorders in babies. It claims quick action, purity, wholesomeness, pleasant taste, and lists prices of 25 and 50 cents.
Jim Yarbrough advertises six animals for sale six miles east of Crantills Gap Texas two work mules aged seven and eight years and two mares aged three and seven years all cash bargain at the farm location listed by the seller.
Advertisement touts Po-Do-Lax as a pleasant laxative that cures pimples headaches biliousness and indigestion. Claims it tones the liver purifies the blood and prevents deranged stomachs. Recommends regular use for well being and clear complexion with steady nerves. 50e bottle offered with money back if unsatisfied. All druggists.
The Cameron Herald records a rise in per capita school tax under Colquitt, increasing from 5.50 to 8.00 dollars per student for the coming term. The report notes boards may hire needed help with the higher funds, boosting financing for extras. A sponsored vermifuge ad accompanies the notice.
A small ad notes fine Barred Plymouth Rock cockerels for sale from H. W. Schulz, located six miles west of Norse. A stray sentence mentions postwar plans involving Col. Roosevelt potentially visiting Europe to locate rivers and boundary lines.
A Hanover Protestant clergyman told a large congregation that Germans must both pray and work to win. He warned Russians French and English will pray for victory, but urged Germans to fight harder, arguing big guns aid God’s impartial justice.
Democratic gubernatorial nominee James E. Ferguson will visit Tyler for the East Texas Fair and deliver an address on Thursday. The event is marked as Dallas Day, State Fair Day and East Texas Day with plans for special trains from East Texas. Governor Colquitt to open the fair on Saturday Oct 3 designated Governor's Day Educational Day and Press Day.
A cheeky Arkansas postmaster tongue in cheek instructs patrons to demand mail with a grin and to search all mailboxes and the cellar if letters or papers are late. The spoof urges readers to blame the postmaster if no mail arrives and to visit multiple times to retrieve hidden items.
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