Local Social News From Center Point Area
Ethel Powers Hasse spent Sunday with sister Ola Davis near Center Point. Willie and wife welcomed a baby boy. Eula Clark visits in Ooemanche this week. Hallie Henery stayed with Davie at Center Point Sunday night. J A Goforth and daughter visited J W McIntire Tuesday afternoon. John Reece and family toured the oil well at Center Point Sunday. Alton Wilhite spent Saturday night with Lester Rose. W W Henery, ill last week, is able to go out again.
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Hasse
Ethel Powers
Ola Davis
Center Point
Willie Greenlee
Eula Clark
Ooemanche
Hallie Henery
Davie
J. A. Goforth
J. W. Mclntire
John Reece
Alton Wilhite
Lester Rose
W. W. Henery
Calotabs Promoted Against Cold Grippe and Influenza
Physicians tout Calotabs as the best treatment for cold grippe or influenza offering a liver arousing yet non salivating calomel. One tablet at bedtime, morning recovery claimed and protection against serious complications. Sold only in original packages for thirty five cents with money back guarantee if not delighted.
Implements for Spring on Display at Higginbothams
Complete line of implements for Spring now on display including planters and cultivators from Case Deere Oliver and Janesville four makes to choose from price right and payment at your convenience Higginbotham's invite customers to view the selections for upcoming planting season.
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Deere
Oliver
Janesville
Higginbotham’s
Feeds Listed Include Oats Bran Chops and Corn
Heavy oats bran chops corn peanut meal and cake appear in the feed listing. It notes diverse components used for livestock rations and animal nutrition.
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Higginbotham’s
Laxative Promotes Cure for Wide Range of Ailments
An advertisement extols Lax-FOS WITH PEPSIN as a liquid digestive tonic and laxative from Paris Medicine Co. It claims relief for head pains, dizziness, indigestion, stomach trouble, gas, piles, and colds while suits both children and adults. The product is marketed as pleasant tasting and priced at 50 cents.
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Paris Medicine Co
St. Louis
Grove
Roach Ranch Community Notes Highlight Local Moves
Roach Ranch residents report good health. Tom Hood returns from De Leon where he worked on the road. Hodge visited Proctor last Thursday. Farmers sow small grain and break land. J D Stephens spent Sunday with the Campbells. Tom Mooney traded in Proctor Tuesday. Charlie Smith and son Dempsie return from DeLeon. Mrs Hood Aubrey and Lee Norris visited the Smiths.
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Tom Hood
de Leon
Hodge
Proctor
J. D. Stephens
Tom Campbell
Tom Mooney
Charlie Smith
Dempsie
DeLeon
Lemon Juice Cream For Skin Bleaching
A light female beauty ad promotes lemon juice mixed with orchard white to create a skin whitening lotion. It claims to remove freckles tan sallowness redness and roughness while making skin smooth and clear. The Boston Globe quote adds a legal jab about a red nose and watery eyes in a courtroom context.
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Boston Globe
Relief for bowel irregularity with Herbsine remedy
When bowels are irregular you feel uncomfortable and the condition worsens over time. A nightly dose of Herbine is advertised as a quick remedy, promising relief by next day. Sold by P Smith at a price of 60 cents.
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P. Smith
Unusual Georgette Crepe Blouses Lead New Anita Sells
A striking display features Georgette Crepe and Crepe de Chine blouses to coordinate with the new Anita Sells line. The collection showcases delicate fabrics, vibrant prints, and refined silhouettes aimed at modern shoppers.
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Georgette Crepe
Anita
Local News Highlights From Comanche and Area
Woe from sand storms this week, with residents recounting hardship. Local visits include Mrs D E Nabers in Comanche, Misses Starks and Jackson visiting home folks, and Zella Edwards returning to Gistine. Military notes mention Ernest Holt and Harvey Jackson returning from training camps in San Antonio. The Easley family welcomes a newborn girl. George Matthews and family visited Gustine.
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D. E. Nabers
Comanche
Ernest Holt
San Antonio
Harvey Jackson
Tom Hammonds
Rev. Rainey
Margaret Starks
Hasse
Clara Jackson
Rena Stidham
Baby
Fort Worth
Zella Edwards
Gistine
Bet Easley
George Matthews
Gustine
California Syrup of Figs promoted as child laxative
An old advertisement extols California Syrup of Figs as a gentle, effective remedy for constipation in children and even adults. It claims quick relief from crossness, fever, and stomach upset, urging mothers to use the genuine product and beware counterfeit imitators.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Center Point Community Notes and Health Ad
Center Point community updates include visits among the McNutt, Davis, Reed, Shupp, and Rogers families with several Sunday gatherings. The notice also promotes Prickly Ash Bitters as a liver tonic claiming to restore energy, with a price of 1.25 per bottle from Wm. Reese & Co. special agents.
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Reese & Co
New Shipment Of Laces And Embroideries For Spring
An entirely new shipment of laces and embroideries arrives offering lovely patterns for spring lingerie. The collection features delicate floral motifs and intricate trims likely to appeal to fashion shoppers seeking fresh intimates.
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Higginbotham’s
Golden Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules Promise Health Boost
An old health advertisement claims kidney and digestive cleanse delays aging and promotes vigor. It touts Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as odorless capsules that stimulate kidney action, remove poisons, and restore strength, with money-back assurance and three sizes.
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Siaarien
Haarlem OM
Harlem
Haarlem
Drawing the Line in Prison Visitor Exchange
A prison visitor confronts a burglar who admits enjoying other people's property but says he lacks the heart to steal through rough means. The Washington Star reports the exchange reflecting on crime and restraint.
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Washington Star
Renewed Testimony on Doan's Kidney Pills
Comanche resident C. W. Carnes describes kidney trouble with irregular secretions backache and fatigue. He cites relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills and says he still relies on them, noting lasting benefits over more than three years. 60 cents at all dealers FosterMilburn Co Buffalo N Y.
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Comanche
C. W. Carnes
Dean
Carnes
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Msgrs
Buffalo
Grove’s Cold and Flu Remedy Boxed with Signature
The label on the remedy box bears E. W. Grove’s signature, indicating branding or authenticity. The phrase Colds Cause Grip and Influenza is associated with the product messaging of the era.
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E. W. Grove
One Sort Beautiful Ernestine in Heartbreak Confession
Ernestine sobbed after revealing to her friend that she told Jack about the proposal to ascend. Her voice trembled as she confessed the tension and emotional strain of the moment. She seemed overwhelmed by the choice and the potential consequences of his response.
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Ernestine
Jack
London Opinion Card Game Sparks Father Visits
A fragment notes a family scene where a man visits his father nightly after starting to play cards. The line underscores a domestic ritual sparked by a simple pastime reported by the London Opinion.
Tin Work Shop Ad Promotes Specialized Services
An advertisement urges readers to visit the tin shop for all tin work including difficult jobs, highlighting expertise and availability for specialized needs.
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Higginbotham’s
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