Reunion of Four Strain Brothers in Dallas After 21 Years
Four Texas born Strain brothers met in Dallas unexpectedly for the first time since 1893, their reunion witnessed by all four in one day. D L Strain of San Antonio, R B Strain of Athens, C B Strain of Grapevine and L C Strain of Mexia, with a fifth brother deceased in Hongkong. Their father D A Strain lives in New Orleans and was a pioneer Texas settler.
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Dallas
Texas
D. L. Strain
San Antonio
R. B. Strain
Athens
C. B
L. C. Strain
Southland
Oriental
Main Street
C. B. Strain
Hongkong
China
United States
D. A. Strain
New Orleans
Strain
Fogville
Ala
Mexia
Clara Stevens
Fairfield
Fort Spanky
Hood County
Georgia Creek
Glenmore
Walnut Springs
Comanche
Weatherford
White's Cream Ver Mifage Aids Worm Infested Children
Worm affected children appear pale and sickly with dangerous disease risk. White's Cream Ver Mifage claims to expel worms promptly and restore health. Price 25e per bottle. Sold by Paris Smith.
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Paris Smith
Comanche Texan Testifies to Dean's Kidney Pills
C W Carnes, a farmer, reports kidney trouble with irregular secretions, back pain, and fatigue. After trying many remedies, he used Dean's Kidney Pills and claims great benefit. Price 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
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C. W. Carnes
Comanche
Texas
Dean
Dean’s
Carnes
Foster- Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. A
Wade Fletcher Dies After Illness in County
The body of Wade Fletcher formerly of this county but now of Fisher county was brought to Comanche last Friday for burial at Mercer Gap. Fletcher died after paralysis struck his brother last week. He married Sallie Edwards and left five children. The family mourns as they receive condolences.
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Wade Fletcher
Fisher County
Comanche
Mercer Gap
Fisher
Sallie Edwards
Jim Edwards
One Dose Adler-i-ka Promises Quick Relief
Local druggist M. W. Carroll advertises Adler-i-ka as a simple buckthorn bark mixture that cures stomach and bowel trouble. The note claims immediate relief from sour stomach gas and constipation after just one dose and promotes the product as a thorough bowel cleanser.
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Comanche
Adler-ika
M. W. Carroll
Old Folks Find New Remedy Relieves Kidney Bladder Ailments
An advertisement touts Croxone as a universal remedy for sleep disturbances and rheumatism tied to aging. It claims the drug soaks into kidneys, cleans glands, dissolves uric acid, and quickly relieves chronic conditions with guaranteed results or a full refund from any reputable druggist.
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Earth
Texas Laws Favor Landlord and Leave Tenants to Hustle
A Hillsboro law expert argues Texas statutes tilt toward landlords in tenant contracts. He notes Article 5488 shields tenant rights but sets exemptions, while rent liens and distress warrants empower landlords. exemptions protect a family home but not tenant farmer assets, prompting equity concerns.
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Texas
B. Y. Cummings
Hillsboro
Cummings
Landlord Tenant Laws Shield Insolvent Owner From Debt Claims
The Texas supreme court ruled an insolvent owner may keep a $60,000 insurance policy exempt from creditors, while tenants face exemption limits. The speaker argues laws favor landlords over tenant farmers, citing Article 3940 to 3964 and forcible detainer protections, with two year limitations and proper venue requirements.
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Artiel
Jersey
Fort Worth
Texas
Supreme Court
Chase
Herbine Promises Quick Relief For Bilious Ailments
An old notice touts Herbine as a speedy remedy for biliousness and low energy. The first dose allegedly brings improvement and repeated use is said to restore vigor. Price listed as 50e. Sold by Paris Smith.
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Paris Smith
Carter Found Guilty in Graham Murder Case
Jury returned a verdict of guilty in the Carter case with a twenty five year prison term. A new hearing may be sought and an appeal prepared if denied. Carter was charged with the murder of Clyde Graham, a young man from the Sipe Springs community killed about three to four weeks earlier.
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Carter
Clyde Graham
Sipe Springs
Foley Cathartic Tablets for Stout People
Comforting to Stout People Foley Cathartic Tablets are a good regulator that keeps the system in order. They claim to prevent billiousness constipation distress after meals and a greasy gassy taste. A stout person who uses them will feel thinned out and more comfortable. Wm. Reese Co.
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Foley
Wm. Reese Co
Farmers Notice Weigh Your Oats Scales as Good as Money
Farmers notice from The Commercial Company advertises weighing oats with scales described as first-rate and ready to serve, price 10 cents per weigh. The message promotes reliable service and customer attention.
Officers Elected By Pythian Sisters
At the last regular meeting the Pythian Sisters elected officers for the ensuing term. Elected roles include M E P Mrs S J Hicks, E S Merc Mrs John Gage, Manager Miss Minnie Elkins, S M of R and C Mrs Hugh Sherrill, M of FL Mrs Ed Blue, Prof Mrs Jim Cox, Guard Mrs W R Slider.
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Pythian Sisters
S. J. Hicks
John Gage
E. S
Merc
T. J. Pulliam
Minnie Elkins
Hugh Sherrill
S. M
R. and
Ed Blue
Jim Cox
W. R. Slider
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Sipe Springs, Tex
Ball
Ferguson
Cross Plains
Brothers
U.S
The
First National Bank
Jay McGee
Stephenville
Cardus
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