Women Hear Hope From Pinkham Letters
Letters from Mrs Mayme Aspacu of North Crandon Wisconsin Mrs A L McCasiano of Lawton Oklahoma and a Roxbury Mass reader praise Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for displacement ulcers irregularity and digestive symptoms. They report improved health and urge others to seek the remedy with confidential replies from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. Lynn Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Crandon
Wis
Havin
Lydia E. Pinkham
Pinkham
Mayme Aspacu
Massachusetts
Roxbury
Mass
B. M. Osaoon
Haynes Park
Lydia
E. Pinkham Medicine Co
Lynn
Efficiency Experts to Lecture on Economic Efficiency
Comanche hosts two noted speakers E A Berg and W G Kabbit under the Bureau of Commercial Economies. The free illustrated lecture on business organization in corporate form is on Wednesday November 15 at 10 45 AM at the Majestic Theatre. The program includes motion pictures and a Texas University text influence. The local high school will march to the theater.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche
Messrs. E. A. Berg
W. G. Kabbit
Bureau of Commercial Economies
Washington, D. C
Majestic Theatre
Dallas
Houston
Ft. Worth
Haney
U. of Texas
Envon
Majestic Theater
Some yield on peanuts from Comanche County farm
Mr. R. J. Ferguson near Cross Roads shows peanuts pay. From 25 acres not exceptional, peanut hay valued at 40 cents per bale yields threshing and baling costs covered with 4700 dollars left as profit, about 28 dollars per acre. Land yielding less is contrasted with Valley prices at 100 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. J. Ferguson
Near Cross Roads
Comanche Co
Colorgio
California
Land Value Inscribed at Five Hundred Per Acre
Nearby land is appraised at up to 500 dollars per acre while overall property value is about 30 dollars in the area.
Local rep sought for three major publications
The Ladies Home Journal Saturday Evening Post and The Country Gentleman seek a local representative in Comanche and vicinity to manage renewals and introduce readers. Salary and commission offered. Previous experience desirable but not required. Details and references to Box 654 Curtis Publishing Co Independence Square Philadelphia PA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Home Journal
Saturay Evening Post
Country Gentleman
Comanche
Curtis Publishing Co
Independence Square
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Danderine Promises Beautiful Hair For Girls
Ad extols Knowlton's Danderine claiming rapid dandruff removal and hair regrowth. It touts soft glossy wavy hair, fullness, and lustre after weeks of use, urging readers to buy a 25 cent bottle at drug stores or toilet counters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knowlton
Don’t Sniffie Laxa tive Quinidine Tablets Ad
An old ad touts Laxa tive Quinidine Tablets priced at 25e as a remedy for head cold La Grippe and severe headaches. The copy urges readers to remember the product.
Gin Report Indicates Higher Cotton Output This Year
Gin Reporter Switzer notes up to Oct 18, 1916 total ginned 4878 bales versus SOLS to the same date last year. The report shows Comanche producing more cotton than last year, an increase perhaps about 25 percent. Likely a larger acreage will be planted next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Switzer
Comanche
Bowel Regulator Herbine Sold by S. P. Smith
Advertisement touts Herbine as a great bowel regulator that purifies the system vitalizes the blood and puts the digestive organs in vigorous condition. It claims relief from irregular bowel movements and chronic constipation at a price of 50 cents and lists S. P. Smith as the seller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. P. Smith
Regulate the bowels with Herbine aid
An 19th century remedy promotes Herbine as a bowel regulator aiding liver and stomach. It claims to restore strength and buoyancy with a price of 50e, sold by S. P. Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. P. Smith
Peanut butter business idea gains ground in Texas county fairs
A Granbury man excelled in making and marketing peanut butter while a Comanche woman also sells homemade batches. The canning club exhibit at the fair showcased high quality peanut butter and rising demand as peanut prices climb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Granbury
Canning Club
Larken club entertains Mrs Gage guests for social
Saturday afternoon Mrs J A Gage hosted the Larken club with social talk and a guessing game. Mrs Bates of Oklahoma and Mrs KE Anthony tied for a reward, a China sugar bowl and cream pitcher, with Mrs Anthony winning on the longest straw. Lizzie Hill received consolation chocolate pudding. Guests were seated by place cards and served ice cream and cake, and they hoped to meet again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bates
Oklahoma
KE. E. Anthony
Anthony
Lizzie Hill
Notice to Those Having Cotton to Gin
Beginning Wednesday November 8 the gin will run on Wednesdays Fridays and Saturdays until further notice Farmers Gin Co.
Cascarets Ten Cent Laxative Ad Breathes Health
An old advertisement promotes Cascarets as a 10 cent laxative for liver and bowels. It claims relief from headaches biliousness indigestion and sluggish bowels and urges druggists to stock the product for adults and children with gentle cleansing for inside organs.
Peanuts in Custard Spark Local Debate
A county columnist notes peanuts used in custards and pie making, arguing flavor is palatable but costly. The piece contrasts peanuts with other nuts and jokes about their price, suggesting only royalty might regularly enjoy the treat.
Doan's Kidney Pills End Chronic Back Pain Says Comanche Man
S F Stapp of Comanche describes relief from back pains and frequent kidney secretions after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He reports four boxes cleared symptoms, with kidneys acting regularly since. Price 50 cents at dealers, from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. F. Stapp
Comanche
Doan
Dean
Mr. Stapp
Foster-Milburn Co., Props
Buffalo N. Y
Automobiles Registered Names and Numbers
A list of registered cars includes Charlie Smith of DeLeon with a Ford No 531, Tom Butler of Gustine also with a Ford No 531, RL Campbell of Comanche with a Ford No 532, H H Duke of Gustine with an Overland No 533, W H Glassgow of Lamkin with a Maxwell No 534, J M White of Lamkin with a Maxwell No 535, and J J Cantrell of Lamkin with a Maxwell No 536.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Butler
Gustine
Ford
RL. Campbell
Comanche
W. H. Glassgow
Lamkin
Maxwell
J. M. White
J. J. Cantrell
Lamkin, Maxwell
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bob Carver
Busy Bee Cafe
North Side Square
Newman
Gotcher
Nicgut
Calumet
Bob Stanton
Club Entertainment
J. A
Gage
Larken Club
Farmers Gin Co
Saarin
Cas
Atl
Charlie Smith
DeLeon
H. H. Duke
Overland
Fort Worth
Texas
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