Federal action urged to care for traveling consumptives
The Journal of the State Medical Association urges federal help to establish and maintain hospitals for segregation, treatment, and education of traveling consumptives. It cites interstate commerce as justification and notes state efforts reduce tuberculosis spread. The piece highlights Texas as a model and argues outsiders burden local systems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Journal of the
State Medical Association
State Medical Association of Texas
Southwest
Texas State Public Health Association
Southwestern Conference On Tuberculosis
United
A Good Investment In Chamberlain Medicine
W D Magic a Whitemound Wisconsin merchant bought a stock of Chamberlains medicine to supply his customers. After receiving them he fell ill and says one small bottle of Chamberlains Coke Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy was worth more to him than his entire stock. For sale by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D. Magic
Whitemound
Wis
Chamberlain
Auction Bills Draw Responsible Bidders
Auction notices report bidders showing prudent interest and competitive activity. Officials note strong turnout and steady bidding across multiple lots.
Rheumatism Arrestee Through Blood Purification Claim
Claim that rheumatism arises from impurities in the blood and that Scott's Emulsion purifies the blood while nourishing the body to ease symptoms. It asserts the product strengthens organs and helps thousands daily, warning against alcoholic substitutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Great Livestock Display Assured at 1914 State Fair
Dallas reports the 1914 State Fair of Texas runs October 17 to November 1 with a livestock display promising record prizes. Over 20,000 in prizes in beef and dairy cattle swine sheep goats horses and mules are expected along with numerous cash specials from national associations. Young Texas judges under 25 will oversee cattle swine and horses for a $100 purse per class.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Texas
Southwest
Texas Saddle Horse Breeders’ Association
American Saddle Horse Breeders’ Association
Percheron Society of America
American Herefore Breeders ‘Association
American Jersey Cattle Club
American Herkshire Association
American Hampshire Swine Record Association
American Tamworth Swine Record Association
National Curve Jersey Swine Breeders’ Association
Standard Poland-China Record Association
Chester White Record Association
Armstrong Packing Company of
Dairy Jersey Test Highlights Texas State Fair
The Texas State Fair dairy test showcases Jerseys feeding fixed amounts daily to produce butter fat. Twenty eight animals will compete at the 1914 Fair opening October 17 in a permanent dairy exhibit. Complete records posted daily for visitors. The American Jersey Cattle Club contributes 185 in prizes plus standard State Fair premiums.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Texas
American Jersey Cattle Club
Dallas to Stage Record Harness Program at State Fair
Dallas will host a record harness racing season at the State Fair of Texas starting October 17 for sixteen days. Ten stakes races close July 1 with purses totaling 24 500 dollars, drawing about 350 entries and surpassing 1913 marks. Major stables from Ed Geers Memphis and T W Murphy Poughkeepsie are represented as Dallas touts 50 000 dollars in purses. Racing runs October 20 through October 30 with daily stake events and runner contests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Texas
United States
Canada
America
Ed Geers
Memphis
Artistry in Exhibits at Texas State Fair Opens Oct 17
Secretary W H Stratton of the St Fair of Texas launches a movement for feature displays of farm, orchard and garden products at the coming fair opening Saturday October 17 for sixteen days. He urges massed displays to show fertility and agricultural potential with large county booths and top quality grain exhibits. South Texas counties will showcase rice, ribbon cane, citrus fruits and more, promising the largest representation yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
W. H. Stratton
Texas
Stratton
South
Exceptionally Low Round Trip Rates to State Fair
Exceptional low round trip rates from all points to the State Fair of Texas this year. A visit within the reach of all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Cure for stomach trouble and constipation by Chamberlain’s Tablets
A Plainfield New Jersey woman reports relief after using Chamberlain’s Tablets for persistent stomach upset. She says after trying the product she can eat almost anything and has consumed about three quarters of a package. For sale by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Stengle
Plainfield
N. J
Chamberlain
Dublin Reunion Opens August Fourth by Ex Confederate Veterans
The twenty seventh annual reunion of Erath and Comanche county Ex Confederate Veterans Association begins in Dublin on August 4 and lasts four days as locals plan a gala time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erath and
Comanche County
Ex-Confederate Veterans Association
Dublin
Best Medicine in the World
Mrs William Or vis of Clare Michigan states her daughter suffered severe dysentery before using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy which cured her. She claims it is the best medicine in the world and notes it is sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
William Orvis
Clare, Mich
Open Letter to Merchants and Tradesmen Urges Adverts
A local newspaper notice invites merchants and tradesmen to advertise in the paper, claiming clerks are kept busy and an advertisement will ensure work.
McGees Baby Elixir is Sold in Paris Smith Store
An advertisement urges all homes with babies to keep McGees Baby Elixir on hand for sour stomach wind colic diarrhoea and summer complaint. It claims the remedy is wholesome contains no opium morphine or injurious drug and is priced at 25 cents and 50 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris Smith
Piano Tuning Service Advertisement
An advertisement offers piano tuning under a full guarantee with free examination. Contact Ellis & Son or mail a record to Comanche, Texas, Box 424. J. F. Murray promotes service with a postal box address and local reach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellis & Son
Ecord
Comanche
Texas
J. F. Murray
Citrolax Advertisement Targeting Children and Adults
An old advertisement extols Citrolax as the finest laxative for children with a lemonade taste and gentle action. It claims mildness for sensitive systems, thorough cleansing, and also suited for grown ups. Sold by the Wm. Reese Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Reese Co
Hot Springs Liver Buttons marketed as liver remedy
Claiming to cure constipation liver and bowel troubles the ad urges trying Hot Springs Liver Buttons instead of calomel or purgatives. It notes benefits for headache sallow skin dull eyes and blotches and lists availability through Druggists for 25c via The Win Reese Co in Comanche.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hot Springs
Comanche
Win. Reese Co
Local Couple Moved to Hico After Marriage
J. C. Wilkerson and his wife May Brightman plan residence in Hico where Wilkerson has been elected to a school position following their wedding in this city last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Wilkerson
Miss May Brightman
Hico
Prof. Wilkerson
Stings and bites treated with Ballard's Snow Liniment
Insect stings or bites causing swelling pain or itching should be treated promptly. Ballard's Snow Liniment counteracts poison and serves as an antiseptic and healing agent. Prices are 25c, 50c and 1.00 per bottle. Sold by Paris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
Paris Smith
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Increases Vitality For Summer
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic promises to enrich the blood and strengthen the whole system to withstand the heat of summer. The tonic is advertised at 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
GROVE
Hall's Catarrh Cure Claims Constitutional Benefit
Advertises Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio as a constitutional remedy for catarrh claiming to heal via blood and mucous membranes. Offers one hundred dollar reward for any failure and promotes testimonials and circulars. Also pitches Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
Ohio
F. J. Cheney & CO
Hall
Texans Proud of Their State Fair
Dallas reports the twenty ninth State Fair of Texas underway at Fair Park with new features emphasizing recreation and education. Prizes total about 75000 in catalogs, with specials and trophies raising the grand total to 80000. Park improvements include widened roadways and new fountains while exhibits span industrial arts fine arts livestock and machinery. The fair is led by president W J Yopp and officers secretary W H Stratton with a large slate of directors listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Texas
W. H. Stratton
Dallas
W. J. Yopp
Royal A. Ferris
Edgar L. Flippen
J B. Adone
FE. J. Kiest
William Doran
E. M. Kahn
A. A. Jackson
A and M Exhibit At State Fair Of Texas
At the 1914 State Fair of Texas the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas will mount a leading exhibit. Farmers can learn proper disease treatment, seed adulteration guards, and methods for record keeping. The display includes dairy, feed, and milk fat data, corn and oats trials, pruning and grafting techniques, and illustrated student work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Texas
Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas
College
State Air
Milk Testing Contest At Texas A&M In 1914 Event
Dallas reports students at the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas will host a milk testing contest on October 17 1914. The event features judging of dairy products with tests for added water skim milk preservatives and moisture and salts in butter. Prizes totaling 70 dollars will be awarded for two dairy product classes amid friendly rivalry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas
State Fair of Texas 1914 to Feature Cotton Manufacturing Exhibit
Dallas reports the State Fair of Texas opens October 17 for sixteen days. Director I Munger has closed deals for a thread manufacturing plant exhibit and other industrial displays. An exhibit will trace cotton from field to gin to mill, highlighting Texas cotton industry development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
I. Munger
Texas
Prominent Real Estate Man Credits Malaria Cure
Dallas real estate figure F. E. Gilmore of 209 Slaughter Building says LIV VER LAX cured his biliousness stomach and liver troubles and constipation, attributed to malaria. He advocates the remedy as preventive against malarial germs and urges keeping a bottle handy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grigsby
F. E. Gilmore
Slaughter
Dallas
Texas
Advertisement for Weekly Medication Portion
An old advertisement explains taking a dose regularly once a week to maintain clear vision, ambition, hope, and mental well being. The copy notes sale by the Wm Reese Co. and emphasizes personal benefit and life quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm, Reese Co
Texas Wonder Cures Kidney and Bladder Trouble
A historic advertisement touts Texas Wonder as a remedy for kidney and bladder issues, dissolving gravel and curing related ailments in men and women. It claims bladder regulation in children, offers mail orders for $1, promises two months of treatment per bottle, and cites testimonials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
E. W. Hall
Olive Street
St. Louis
One Day Cold Cure Claims by W Grove Patent
A claim for a cure titled Cures a Cold in One Day by W Grove is noted. The advertisement promises relief from cough and headache and attributes the remedy to a single “Bromo Quinine” geneteé called LAMA KH BROMO QUININE. The full name request seeks the geneteé’s proper designation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lamakh Bromo
X W. Grove
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A. and
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A. D. Backstrom
Kodaks
T. M. Pulliam Undertaker
Burks-Simmons Company
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