New Bern Moonshine Bouts Reported By U S Agent
A 3 gallon sample of "monkey-rum" found in the office of U S Commissioner Chas Jill was milky in color with a molasses smell. North Carolina moonshiners are said to be producing large quantities using water molasses and unknown chemicals. The liquor is 100 proof and a saucerful will burn five minutes. The monkey rum binge is said to last three times longer than whiskey and ends in delirium tremens.
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New Bern
N. C
U. S
Chas. Jill
North Carolina
How Paint Devoe Costs Vary by Job Quality
The piece discusses painting costs with Devoe brand. It states the first coat for a good job runs about 50 dollars, while second or fourth rate work costs 55 to 100 dollars. It notes better paint lasts longer and more expensive jobs may wear less. DEVOE is highlighted as a leading good paint among many brands in town.
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Texaco
Devoe
Marriage Licenses Issued for Phillips and Shelton
F. M. Phillips and Miss Octa Shelton were issued a marriage license as recorded in local notices. The filing confirms their intention to wed and completes the legal requirement for marriage in the county.
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F. M. Phillips
Miss Octa Shelton
Birth Announcements From Gustine and Surrounding Areas
Born to Mr and Mrs Nim Richey near Gustine a girl. Mat Simpson Sipe Springs a girl. Walter Watkins Sipe Springs a girl. A D Simpson near Democrat a boy. R R Turnbow near Proctor O J Swan near Gustine a boy. A L Lock near Proctor a boy.
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Nim Richey
Gustine
Mat Simpson
Sipe Springs
Walter Watkins
A. D. Simpson
Democrat
O. J. Swan
Boy
A. L. Lock
Proctor
When Baby Has the Group
When a mother wakes to find her child struggling for breath she should give Chamberlain's Cough Remedy every ten minutes until vomiting occurs. The remedy has long been used with uniform success and is obtainable everywhere.
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Chamberlain
Brownwood Fair Prospects Bright With Big Crowd Expected
Indications point to immense Brownwood Fair crowds next week with grand preparations to entertain residents and visitors. The event opens October 6 with festive Mardi Gras style activities and unmasking at 11:30 p.m. Features hundreds of entertainment options and low rail rates promise affordable, lively enjoyment across the Texan region.
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Brownwood
Texas
California Syrup of Figs Advertises Child Laxative
An old advertisement urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for constipated children. It claims a teaspoonful cures cross, feverish, cryful behavior by cleansing the stomach, liver and bowels with no griping and a pleasant taste. It warns against counterfeit syrups and recommends a 50 cent bottle from the California Fig Syrup Co.
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California
California Fig Syrup Co
Real Estate Transfers Record From Local Land Survey
W M Baton transfers 160 acres of the Wm Suggs survey to Leona Stephens for 6000 dollars. J S Gilbert sells 160 acres of the Wiley Hunte survey to Mollie Gilbert for 2000 dollars. J R Bell conveys 160 acres of the G W Mosley survey to J W Leatherwood.
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W. M Baton
Leona Stephens
Wm. Suggs
J. S. Gilbert
Mollie Gilbert
Wiley Hunte
J.R. Bell
J. W. Leatherwood
G. W. Mosley
Fort Worth Woman Praises Mayr's Remedy for Health
Mrs. William Reed of Fort Worth Texas describes years of stomach distress and sleepless nights ending after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. She reports improved appetite and sleep and notes many neighbors ask where to obtain the remedy. The ad claims permanent relief for stomach liver and intestinal issues and offers a money back guarantee.
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William Reed
Enderly Place
Fort Worth
Texas
Mayr
Brownwood Free Fall Fair Offers Extra Fine Shetland Ponies
Brownwood Texas dealer B. E. Hurlbut advertises sale of Shetland ponies including saddle ponies drivers brood mares colts and stallions at the Free Fall Fair in Brownwood Texas.
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Brownwood
B. E. Hurlbut
Texas
Trustees urged economy as state apportionment falls short
W D Jenkins urges school boards to practice strict economy as the state’s 6.00 apportionment proves insufficient. He discusses mailing blanks for a million dollar appeal, encourages showing exhausted local funds, notes tax relief options, and calls for cooperation to obtain additional appropriation. He mentions new school laws, examinations, contracts, and the need to subscribe to local papers for educational progress.
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W. D. Jenkins
Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Promises Relief
Personal testimonials from Sterling Connecticut and Massena New York praise Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for remedies linked to female weakness anemia and exhaustion. Readers report improved energy color and reduced symptoms after using the product.
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Sterling, Conn
Lydia E. Pinkham
John Tetreault
Massena
N. Y
Lavisa Myres
Box 74
N.Y
Allkins Sees Public Praise For Tanlac In Fort Worth
Fort Worth resident R R Allkins of 1304 Humboldt St reports relief from rheumatism swelling and intolerable pain after using Tanlac. He credits improved appetite sleep and digestion and says he will continue using the medicine as Tanlac is demonstrated at Hamilton Drug Company Store.
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Ft. Worth
Texas
R. R. Allkins
Humboldt St
Fort Worth
Tanlae
Covey & Martin Company
Ailkins
Wound care products for man and beast offered by S P Smith
Advertises BORO ZONE ANTISEPTIC LIQUID and BOROZONE POWDER to purify wounds and speed healing on cattle and livestock. Suitable for screw worms, dehorned cattle, cuts or bruises. Prices 25c 50c 1.00 and 1.50 per package by S P Smith.
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S. P. Smith
Record grain surge in Dublin as supply grows
Dublin Mill and Elevator Co manager Frank Wieser says for the first time in Dublin the local corn crop justifies mill market activity. Farmers receive 45 to 50 cents a bushel as the new marketing season opens. Two large power shelters shell 1 200 to 3 000 bushels daily while dealers buy sizable local wheat not grown locally before.
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Dublin
Frank Wieser
Dublin Mill & Elevator Co
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days by PAZO OINTMENT
A druggist offers a refund if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles in 6 to 14 days. First application provides relief and rest. Package priced at 60 cents.
Carranza Munitions Held Up in Texas
United States customs officials in Laredo Texas seized half a million rounds of cartridges and a large consignment of army rifles bound for Carranza forces. The ammunition will be held pending further orders and officials did not confirm if this marks a broader arms embargo on Mexican belligerents.
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Carranza
Laredo
Texas
United States
Washington
Mexico
Ballard's Snow Liniment Offered as Healing Remedy
A valuable dressing for flesh wounds burns scalds old sores rash and cracked skin is Ballard's Snow Liniment. It is healing and antiseptic. Price 25 cents 50 cents and one dollar per bottle. Sold by S P Smith.
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Ballard
S. P. Smith
Farms for sale in Texas offer large acreage and rich yields
To the Farmers Desiring a Change of Location. A large list of farms for sale from 40 acres up, with prices unmatched in the state. The fertile soil, ideal climate, good water, and high cereal and cotton yields are highlighted. Mexican boll weevil are unknown in this section. Brightman & Dickson, Seymour, Texas invite all to come and be convinced.
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Texas
Brightman & Dickson
Seymour
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Grcantile Company
Mrs. Reed
Sterling
Lydia
Pickham
Your Land
Comanche County Abstract Co
J. R. Eanes
C. A. Hitt
J. F. Redwine
Jno
D. Waring
Allkins
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J. H. McMillan
J. A. Looney
McCollum’s Yard
Wilhelm’s
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