Loan Fund Founded by Literary Society at UT
The Sidney Lanier Society at the University of Texas established a loan fund of 1000 dollars for women. Since 1900, thirty women have been aided, with funds raised via semi yearly carnivals and performances by figures such as Helen Keller. Loans range from 10 to 100 dollars at five percent for five years, eight percent after.
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University Station
Sidney Lanier Society
University of Texas
Hellen Keller
Bertha Baker Kuntz
Chilton
Helen Keller
China
Mrs Williams Endures Long Sickness Finds Relief
Mrs Williams of Hilbart Indiana reports long illness due to organic inflammation and female weakness. After six doctors offered only temporary relief she used Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Sanative Wash for four months, claiming improved health and gratitude.
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Pikhart
Ind
Lydia FE. Winkham
Lapis Wrililiams
James Street
Hilbart
Indiana
Lydia I. Pin
Ema
Pinkham
Lynn
Mass
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia FE
Pinkham Medicine Co
Torpid liver remedy advertised in 19th century notice
An advertisement promotes Herbine as a liver stimulant and blood regulator. It claims to cure bad breath dizziness and a general malaise, restoring energy and cheerfulness. Price free text shows H0e and seller S P Smith.
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S.P. Smith
Notice to trespassers on Bryson land for hunting
Notice warns all trespassers on land owned or controlled by J. H. Bryson and sons Jim and C. V. Bryson that any hunting fishing trapping timber cutting hauling wood gathering pecans or property damage will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. The notice specifically targets those using bird dogs.
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J. H., Jim and
Don’t Take Surgery or Drugs for Stomach Ailments
Do not rely on medicines or surgery for stomach issues. Mayr's Wonderful Remedy is advertised as removing catarrh and inflammation to restore the digestive tract. The ad claims endorsements from professionals and offers a refund if one bottle fails to satisfy.
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Mayr
Congress
Supreme Court
Geo. H Mayr
Whiting St
Chicago
Tyler Commercial College Prospectus Offers Business Skills
An advertisement from Tyler Commercial College in Tyler Texas promotes a practical business education to boost thinking, memory, imagination and action. It cites low earnings and high failure rates, claims Harvard professor James endorses brain potential, and urges readers to request a free catalog by mailing name and address.
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James
Harvard
Quinine Tasted Safe Ferriline Suited For All Ages
An advertisement touts Ferriline as a tasteless improved Quinine syrup for children and adults. It claims no stomach upset, no nausea, nervousness, or head ringing and urges requesting a 2 ounce original package. The Ferriline name is blown in the bottle and priced at one cent.
A Cure for Sour Stomach from Chamberlain’s Tablets
Mrs. Wim. M. Thompson of Battle Creek Michigan reports relief from indigestion sour stomach and bad breath after using two bottles of Chamberlain's tablets claiming they are splendid and none better. Sold by all dealers.
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Wim. M. Thompson
Battle Creek, Mich
Charge It and the Rise of the Modern American Shopper
A satirical reflection on the slogan Charge It and its impact on American consumer culture. The piece contrasts fearless purchasing with debt traps, noting merchants' concerns as buyers rely on monthly statements and credit to buy food, clothes, cars, and luxuries while workers struggle with postponed payments.
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George Fitch
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Rhode Island
Von
T. M. Pulliam
Texas
Wilhelm
West Side Square
Homer Wilhelm
Masonic
J. F. McCarty
Masonic Temple
Higginbotham
Vaughn
I. L. Vaughn
Lester Hall
F. & M. Bank
Memphis, ST. Louis
Pullman
Fort Worth
Dallas
Memphis
Waco
ST. Louis
Texarkana
Gus Hoover
Fort Worth, Tex
T. H. Lawrence
Tyler, Texas
John F. Lehane
G. F
P. A
Tyler Commercial College
Tyler
Yee
dkKighoma
Le@xas
Katy
MAB
Kansas City
Iito
Great Southern Consumer
Photoplay Magazine
Photoplay Publishing CO
Chicago, Ill
Moodys Transfer and Livery Stable
McKinley
Percheron
Comanche
Newburg
Chas. D. Cozby
Southern Advertising Agency
Austin
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