Evangelist Abe Mulkey Dies After Five-Week Illness
ABE MULKEY Died in Corsicana Texas at age 69 after a five week illness. He built churches and led revival campaigns across Texas and beyond lifting debt and aiding the Methodist Orphanage in Waco through his final campaign. He is survived by wife Louise, a daughter Sam Sparks of Austin, two brothers and two sisters. Burial is set for tomorrow at 4 PM from the First Methodist Church.
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Corsicana
Texas
Abe Mulkey
First Methodist Church
Louise Mulkey
Sam Sparks
Austin
Fletcher Mulkey
Dallas
George Mulkey
Fort Worth
Patterson
Nora Organ
Evangelist Mulkey
Colorado
Waco
Feel Grand Cas Carets Promote Clean Internals
A vintage promotional note touts Cas carets as a harmless, overnight laxative to cleanse the liver and bowels. It claims relief from headaches, bilious spells, dizziness, and stomach issues, with a candy tasting format priced at 10 cents per box and marketed for both adults and constipated children.
Train crash disrupts trip amid shocked passengers
An express train abruptly halted after a sudden cord pull, knocking the last car from the track. Passengers fear a mishap, while the conductor questions a suspicious-looking traveler, noting a four-hour delay to clear the wreckage.
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Scott
Tam
Great French Sacrifice Calls for World's Gratitude
The French have borne heavy losses in war with 6 million of 36 million population in trenches. America should remember this sacrifice. An ad notes Mayr's Wonderful Remedy by Geo H Mayr, marketed in the U.S. via Wm Reese Co and druggists, claimed to treat digestive ailments and prevent surgeries. One dose is promised with money back.
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America
Geo. H. Mayr
Chicago
Mayr
Wm. Reese Co
A Friend in Need Mrs Flatbush Dialogue
Yonkers Statesman reports a humorous exchange as Mr Flatbush recalls meeting a mysterious man with a red nose on a train west of Milwaukee. The tale centers on a corkscrew and a bottle revealing the stranger’s non Prohibitionist stance.
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Mrs. Flatbush
Mr. Flatbush
Milwaukee
Yonkers
Farmers Need Education to Weigh City Advice
A Missourian recalls the old belief that farming needed only strength but argues that modern farming requires a good head and broad education. He notes farmers now must sift city advice to avoid harm and make sound choices.
Renovine Heart Tonic Ad Sparks Caution Note
An old advertisement urges readers not to gamble with health and promotes Renovine as a heart and nerve tonic priced at 50e and 1.00. The copy stresses caution and personal well being.
A Word About the Kidneys in Weekly Health Talks
A health notice explains kidney disease risks and uric acid dangers. It cites Dr. Pierce of Buffalo who promotes Anuric Tablets to dissolve uric acid and advises dietary guidance, with free medical advice offered.
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Stone
Bright
Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Dr. Pierce
Rhyme of the President on Dry Prohibition Toast
In a witty toast, the president quotes Poincare urging restraint. He urges to raise glasses high yet drink dry, noting home drinking will be scarce. The playful lines mix irony with policy critique.
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Poincare
Colds and Flu Ad Uplifts Brom Quin Tablets and Barber Shop Upgrade
An old advertisement touts Bromo Quinine tablets as a remedy for colds and influenza and notes the box bears E. W. Grove’s signature. It also announces Wetzels Barber Shop’ s installation of new electric clippers hair dryer and massage machines and invites all customers to visit.
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E. W. Grove
Wetzels Barber Shop
Our Electric Nailer Installed for Efficient Shoe Work
A local craftsman announces the installation of an electric nailing machine by W. W. Kilpatrick. The note states readiness to perform all shoe work promptly and efficiently.
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W. W. Kilpatrick
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