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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1915
Page
7
Calumet Baking Powder Co of Chicago announces a new sixteen page recipe book with color illustrations, 252 recipes, and household hints by noted domestic science experts. To obtain the book, mail the slip from a Calumet can with name and address. The ad promotes Calumet as economical and wholesome.
Mrs. Wm. M. Thompson of Battle Creek Michigan reports relief from indigestion sour stomach and bad breath after using two bottles of Chamberlain's tablets. She praises the remedy and notes it is for sale by all dealers.
Texans report stomach and digestive issues eased by Mayr's Wonderful Remedy with testimonials from T B Goodpasture of Houston and R L Randell of Laredo. Claims include curing gall stones and allowing unrestricted eating, with an absolute guarantee and a separate Herb ine liver medicine priced at 50 cents sold by S P Smith.
Nelson W. Aldrich of Rhode Island, a U.S. senator from 1881 to 1911, died at his New York home from heart disease. The veteran lawmaker was famed for his strong influence on national government and was humorously dubbed “the general manager of the United States” across multiple administrations.
A Bootshe Ark reader J P Jones reports kidney trouble left him unable to work until Foley Kidney Pills cleared symptoms quickly. The Wm Reese Co markets the remedy claiming similar relief for weak backs rheumatism and bladder troubles based on many similar testimonials.
Ballinger April 16 good roads advocates, after failing to pass a $120,000 road bond last Saturday, circulate petitions to the commissioners court to order an election for a fifteen cent special road tax. If a majority votes yes, the levy will be approved.
The speaker explains Devoe paint as 160 years old, proven by use and study, and approved by experience. It emphasizes long lasting performance and low total job cost, not low price per gallon, as the selling point offered by H. H. Hardin Lumber Co.
Double Service tires are twice as thick as standard tires with 12 plies of fabric and a one inch surface rubber, offering puncture resistance on rough country roads and hard pavements. They provide easy ride and economy, used by governments and European war service, with a limited introductory price.
Mrs. Rena Bowman of Ironton Ohio credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring her health after years of female troubles and nervousness She also says the product helped her daughter who was a nervous sleeper now healthier and functional She urges others to write for confidential advice.
The Riggs National Bank of Washington sues Secretary McAdoo and Williams alleging discrimination and intent to injure. Counsel include Joseph W. Bailey Frank E. Hogan for Riggs and Louis D Brandeis for the officials. National City Bank of New York backs Riggs in what is billed as a major legal battle.
Pastor Geo A Curlee reports a busy period with members visiting Sipe Springs to see Brother Wester and family. The church plans prayer meetings, hosting Central Texas District Singing Convention, Mother’s Day services, and a June camp meeting at Fleming Park. Offerings to Home and Foreign missions total about 330 dollars with a goal of 510 dollars.
An advertisement promoting Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a general tonic with quinine and iron. Claims it tones the liver drives out malaria enriches the blood and strengthens the system. Priced at 50 cents.
The Galveston Cotton Exchange posted the largest spot cotton sale of recent years. D. W. Kempner sold 5,686 bales to Eustace Taylor for 10 cents a pound as of April 20, coinciding with a new spot quotation on the floor.
Hancock Mich merchant Wm C E Bielke endorses Foley Cathartic Tablets as a mild safe cathartic that eliminates sluggish bowels and torpid liver. He claims they do not gripe or nauseate, leave readers feeling dull, and suit stout persons, asserting they help make good work possible.
Advertisement touts LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE described as superior to ordinary Quinine for tonic and laxative effects without nervousness or head ringing. It urges readers to remember the full name and seek the signature of Kk. W. GROVE. 25e.
Advertising claims Herbine cleanses the liver stomach and bowels to purify blood and restore a clear pink white complexion. The product is priced at 50e and sold by S. P. Smith.
A farm notice states the speaker will keep a large jack on the farm for the season and notes the animal is well known across the county. The remark is attributed to Rube Allen.
Mrs. H. J. Price of Portsmouth Ohio testifies she suffered over twenty years from kidney and liver trouble and was bed bound for ten weeks. After starting Swamp Root she improved within a day and continued using several bottles until she felt cured. She urges others to try the remedy, noting it saved her life. oath sworn September 13, 1909 before Notary R. A. Calvert.
Letter to Dr Kilmer Co of Binghamton New York offers a sample bottle of Swamp Root for ten cents and promises a booklet on kidneys and bladder. It advertises 50 cent and one dollar bottles at drug stores and asks to mention Comanche Chief Exponent.
Advertisement from R T Janes of Sidney solicits buyers to inspect Heroic Walles registry No 109864 a three year old Jersey bull weighing about 1000 pounds promising superior stock and urging personal inspection for appreciation.
Wound care products advertised for both humans and animals. BORO ZONE ANTISEPTIC LIQUID and BOROZONE POWDER claim to purify wounds and speed healing for stock, screw-worms, dehorned cattle, or any cut or bruise. Packages priced at 25¢, 50¢, $1.00 and $1.50 per sale by S. P. Smith.
John EB Capers of 619 Pecan St Fort Worth Texas recounts a long battle with constipation and bowel trouble. After trying many remedies he credits Peruna with quick relief and claims it prevented star attacks and eliminated the need for harsh laxatives. He notes castor oil and other physics-based cures failed before Peruna cured his condition.
Democrat Woodmen camp friends plan a Saturday April 24 dedication of their new hall Sovereign Delegate S C Findley presiding as dedicating officer A meeting to order by master of ceremonies will open with an ode by members followed by addresses readings and music including a history talk on our camp and Woodcraft in jurisdiction The program ends with the dedication of the hall all neighboring Woodmen camps invited to attend
The list names RK H Denny S M Bowling J W Croft Lee Campbell J A Montgomery B R Oustatt P W Levisay J C Waites P W Nolen J D Vernon A L Gardenhire B Arthur B P Cain A J Isaacs J W Bunting as members.
Mrs M A Bridges of Robinson Mississippi writes she suffered kidney ailment for two years and at 61 feels like a 16 year old after taking Foley Kidney Pills for ten months. The advertisement touts Foley Kidney Pills to invigorate weak kidneys and relieve backache rheumatism and bladder trouble. The Wm Reese Co.
Farmers and others living far from a drug store should keep Ballard's Snow Liniment at home as a powerful healing remedy for cuts wounds sores sprains or rheumatism. It is sold by S. P. Smith in bottles priced 25c 50c and 1.00.
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