County Correspondence Highlights Local Visits and Church
Rain eased then cleared as residents from Comanche and Graham Chapel shared weekend visits. Misses Alice Robertson Grace Evans and Miss Corinne Luker returned from Dublin for Thanksgiving. Church events featured Rev Story and Fr Luker with several families noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Robertson
Grace Evans
Comanche
Dublin
J. A. Carrigan
Hancock
Cyril Luker
Mill Omie Taylor
Proctor
Graham Chapel
Harmony and area residents mingle during Oak Valley visit
Frank Falquer of Harmony and J. M. Thompson of Fisher county, formerly of the area, spend days on business and greet old friends. Miss Oline Johnson of Haskell county learns her brother is gravely ill with scarlet fever and returns home to be with him. Mrs. J. J. Johnson recovers from a minor arm burn. Local residents and visitors including Miss Mattie Duncan and Olive Robertson call on Ruth Taylor in Sidney. Mr. and Mrs. Stearns of Comanche visit J. J. Johnson. Gallaway family visits Sebern and Mercers Creek families. Ellen Shetters returns home to Mansfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Falquer
Harmony
J. M. Thompson
Fisher County
Oline Johnson
Haskell County
Miss Johnson
J. J. Johnson
Mattie Duncan
Mercers Gap
Olive Robertson
Ruth Taylor
Sidney
B. D. Stearns
Comanche
Mr. Gallaway
Sebern Stephens
Mercers Creek
Ellen Shetters
Mansfield
Copperas Prairie and Gap News
Rain continues to fall Tuesday with all work suspended. Farmers anticipate a better crop next year while expressing satisfaction with 1914 yields. Mrs. J W Graham and daughters from Brysonville visited relatives Saturday night. J M Vancleave and son E S made a business trip to Comanche Monday. Mr and Mrs T Englen hosted a large young crowd for a party Saturday night. C S Preston of Gap shows 12 pecans from Copperas Creek, lining 22 inch measures, on display at the Gap telephone exchange. A dance occurred at the Rasberry home Monday night and E L Wallace and A L McDaniel of Gap were in Comanche Monday. Charlie Preston of Gap also visited Comanche Monday. A cold spell could bring a hog killing time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Copperas Prairie
Gap News
J. W. Graham
Vessie
Alta
Maude
Brysonville
J. M. Vancleave
E. S
Comanche
Sidney News Local Social Roundup
Harvey McCullough visiting Cisco students and returning home Thursday through Monday. Leslie Stewart and family visiting relatives nearby this week. E. H. Jones made a business trip to Comanche Monday. Harvey Ross and wife visited J. C. Ross family Sunday near Gap. Searl tina reported in the community. Pierce Harris hosted a young folks party Saturday night. J. W. McCarty hosted a singing Sunday evening. I P Crockett and Pirley Graham attended church and a sing at Bibb Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney News
Harvey McCullough
Cisco
Leslie Stewart
Near Hasse
E. H. Jones
Comanche
Harvey Ross
Near Gap
J. C. Ross
Pierce Harris
Old Sores and Remedies Eluded Cure
Advertisement copy touts Dr 4 Heating Ol as a reliable remedy for old sores offering relief quickly. Claims include fast action with prices 25c 50c and 1 00. No verified medical statements or diet details provided.
Texans Urged to Improve Roads With Dragging Campaign
Road expert Geo. D. Marshall argues for using road tax funds to maintain earth roads in Texas. He advocates universal dragging after rain to improve surfaces, reduce wear on animals and wagons, and cut transport distances to markets, urging a statewide maintenance campaign linked to farming profit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Geo. D. Marshall
United States
A. & M. College
Europe
Austria
France
Jerusalem
Liver Guide and Remedy Advertisement
A French physician links liver health to disposition and overall well being. The text promotes CARSWELL'S LIVER-AID as a modern vegetable remedy, guaranteed with money refund, selling for 50 cents per large bottle, via M. W. Carroll.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carswell
M. W. Carroll
Barber Shot Dead in Fort Worth Shop
O W Batton a Fort Worth barber was shot and killed in his chair while talking with a friend on Thanksgiving day. Police report the alleged assailant as J T Vallantine of Trickham Coleman County. Vallantine is said to be considering pleading the unwritten law in his defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
O. W. Batton
J. T Vallantine
Trickham
Coleman County
Vallantine
Austrians Capture Belgrade as War Moves
The Austrians report the capture of Belgrade the Servian capital after prolonged bombardment. Servians claim retreat to stronger positions and downplay the loss, while Austrian officials hail Belgrade as a major victory amid broader war movements in Russia and western fronts.
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Austria
Belgrade
Servia
Suit to Destroy Commercial Clubs in Texas
Capt. B. B. Paddock, chairman of the Texas Business Men's Association committee, reports many members urge that the injunction suit against the association be fought to a finish. He says the case attacks the integrity of Texas business interests and their right to unite to develop resources, aims to destroy commercial clubs, and will be continued to the end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Texas
B. B. Paddock
Texas Business Men’s Association
Capt. Paddock
White's Cream Vermifuge aids weak children
Advertises White's Cream Vermifuge as a remedy for sickly children. Claims to destroy any worms and serve as a strengthening tonic for the stomach and bowels. Priced at 25 cents per bottle and sold by Paris Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris Smith
Desert teamster shoots rattler in Nevada ore find
Sodaville reports W E Noble, a desert teamster, shooting a rattlesnake. The bullet shattered the rock that contained ore worth 150 dollars per ton in gold and 900 ounces of silver. About 2500 tons of ore remain in sight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sodaville
Nev
W. E. Noble
Foley Kidney Pills Endorsed by Greenville Doctor
Dr. J. T. R. Neal of Greenville South Carolina asserts in thirty years of practice that Foley Kidney Pills are unrivaled for kidney health. Available in 50e and 1 sizes, marketed by The Wm. Reese Co. for backache rheumatism and kidney and bladder ailments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. R. Neal
Greenville
So. Car
Wm. Reese Co
For Rent Three Dwellings in Back and Front of Homes
Three houses available for rent. One in the rear of Marion Wilkerson’s dwelling, five rooms with halls bath and other conveniences all new and in good condition. A four room dwelling with bath in front of J P Hoff’s residence. The Baptist parsonage where Anthony now lives with possession given Dec 1. G H Goodson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Long
Marion Wilkerson
J. P. Hoff
Mr. Anthony
G. H. Goodson
Anthony
Dyeing at home or first class at low prices
Classified line promotes dyeing services by R. M. Barnes offering first class results at reasonable prices. It promises work guaranteed and provides a phone number 346.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Barnes
War Revenue Taxes Move In With New November Duties
Austin report details the War Revenue Act taxes starting November on dealers in tobacco goods bankers brokers and theater and bowling proprietors with a 50 percent late payment penalty due by November 30. Tax period covers November 1, 1914 to June 30, 1915 and tobacco products owe 3.20 for eight months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Internal Revenue
Walker
Austin Exchange
el Paso
Dallas
Bromine Quinine Cure Claimed To Fix Cold In One Day
Advert says a product titled GROVE BROMO QUININE cures a cold, stone cough and headache, promising a full name and signature of BLM. It claims a one day cure with a dose of 2c.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laka
Grove
End of Monroe Doctrine Seen by Australia
The Melbourne Age cites Taft's Montclair remarks predicting the United States would not intervene to stop a German invasion of Canada if troops landed, and that establishing a new government would violate the Monroe Doctrine, signaling a possible end to Monroeism amid current European tensions.
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Melbourn
Taft
Montclair
N. J
United States
Canada
Germany
Wilson
Great Britain
Fritz the newspaper office rat dies in Crawferville
In Crawferville Georgia the local paper mourns Fritz a trained rat mascot who was a terror to pests and a three year resident in the newsroom. The pet rat knew his name and was a familiar figure in the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawferville
Fritz
Foley Cathartic Tablets Praised by Gore Resident
Gore Georgia resident P. A. Morgan reports using Foley Cathartic Tablets to thoroughly cleanse the system. He says the medicine leaves him light and free, keeps the stomach sweet, liver active, and bowels regular, calling it the best for constipation. The testimonial appears in local notices.
Three Good Secondhand Lorries For Sale
W. W. Kilpatrick & Son advertise three secondhand lorries available for sale. The listing notes the condition as good and lists a price range and contact details for inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Kilpatrick & Son
Our Honor Roll Names List Of Local Residents
A long roster of honorees is presented including J. C. Ross A. T. Biggs R. T. Cunningham A. O. Norwood T. J. McCullough Jnc. B. Burton Jas. M. Keiser J. H. Haynes J. M. Fields D. V. Coker M. M. Huff J. P. Petit C. F. Denny J. W. Luker I. N. Freeman F. and M. Bank Ed Carlton J. D. Lassiter M. E. Woodward W. B. Payne W. B. Dunlap W. B. Cunningham W. J. Wagner D. H. McMurray D. T. Ross Will C. Bryson W. H. Owens Gerald Bryson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Ross
A. T. Biggs
R. T. Cunningham
A. O. Norwood
T. J. McCullough
Jnc
B. Burton
Jas. M. Keiser
J. H. Haynes
J. M. Fields
D. V. Coker
M. M. Huff
J. P. Petit
C. F. Denny
J. W. Luker
I. N. Freeman
F. & M. Bank
Ed Carlton
J. D
Four Room Dwelling Ready For Occupancy Near Hoff Residence
In good condition a four room dwelling with bath is available in front of J. P. Hoff residence. The other is the Baptist parsonage where Mr Anthony now lives with possession given December 1. G. H. Goodson.
Elder Arthur Holden to Preach at Church of Christ Sunday
The Church of Christ announces that Elder Arthur Holden of Thorp Springs will deliver Sunday night preaching at 7 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of Christ
Arthur Holden
Thorp Springs
Christian Church Sermon by Dr Lockhart at Central
Dr Lockhart of T G U will preach at Central Christian Church Sunday at eleven in the morning and again in the evening delivering a sermon to the congregation.
How To Give Quinine To Children Febrile Line Remedy
Promotes FEBRILINE as an improved tasteless quinine syrup for children and adults. Claims easy dosing without stomach upset or nervous effects. Mentions bottle branding and price at 25 cents with call to ask for the original Zowzice.
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Oak Valley News
Pirley Graham
Russia
Cracow
Hungary
East Prussia
Baxter
Baxter Bros
East Side Square
Australia
Holland’s Magazine
C. A. Greene
Phone
Commuial Co
W. R. Lewis
Prickly
Tex
European Mutual Colonization Co., Ltd
Kress Bldg
Houston
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