Navy recruitment appeals in local notes and events
An assortment of local notices and social updates recount visits by Hazeldetl residents to the Dallas Fair, trips to Normangee and Comanche, and a lengthy recruiting pitch urging enlistment with Uncle Sam. The piece highlights Navy life benefits, a recruiting station nearby, and expectations of adventure, pay, and camaraderie. It also mentions families occupying homes, visits to Gustine, and a community singing event at the Baggetts.
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Sam
Breaks a Cold in Hours with Pape's Cold Compound
A forthright ad touts Pape's Cold Compound as a quick, inexpensive remedy for colds. It promises relief in hours with doses every two hours, opening nasal passages and ending symptoms like sneezing fever and headache. No quinine is used and it tastes pleasant.
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Pape
Weather Delays Farm Work in Copperas Prairie and Gap
The past week brought poor conditions that slowed farming in Copperas Prairie and Gap. Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. George Rockholt of Dallas with the Grahams, and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Williams of Sidney staying with the Whites. A large local crowd attended a Friday show in Comanche as a norther chilled homes and spurred winter preparations. Mrs. L. K. Adams visited her daughter Mrs. Riley Lee in Comanche and Mr. and Mrs. T. D. Brown, Myr.
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George Rockholt
Dallas
C. J. Graham
Comanche
Walter Williams
Sidney
L. K. Adams
Riley Lee
T. D. Brown
Farm and Ranch founder appeals for Texas subscribers
Frank P. Holland, publisher of Farm and Ranch, issues a 1883 appeal urging Texas farmers and livestock breeders to support the paper. He notes its evolution from monthly to bi monthly and then to a weekly, pledges a money back guarantee after three months, and seeks active local representatives across the state.
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Farm & Ranch
Texas
Frank P. Holland
Dallas
P. S
Local notes from Gap and surrounding areas
Sunday events include a singing session at Gap and visits by T. B. Wilson of Sidney and R. R. Everett in German. Aarden Brown returns to Gap, Tom Nabers and W. F. Van Cleave visit Comanche, and crop season movements are noted. An advertisement touts Prickly Ash Bitters from Hamilton Drug Co. and Wm. Reese Co. for digestion and liver support at $1.25.
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J. H. Ross
Tiny Everett
Aarden Brown
Dallas
Gap
T. B. Wilson
Sidney
R. R. Everett
Tom Nabers
Comanche
W. F. Vancleave
T. D. Brown
Cardus Cardul Helps Woman Recover From Weakness
Kathleen of Florida describes severe nervous weakness and numb limbs after childbirth. She credits six bottles of Cardus for improving circulation, restoring strength, and enabling her to perform housework and care for six children. The product is claimed to be a vegetable remedy with no bad after-effects and endorsed by many women.
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Kathleen
Fla
Dallas Prine
Cardus
Cardul
Herb ine advertised remedy for indigestion in Paris Smith ad
An 19th century advertisement promotes HERBINE to relieve indigestion. It claims the tonic drives out badly digested food strengthens the stomach and purifies the bowels. Sold by Paris Smith.
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Paris Smith
Blue Bug Killer Ad for Chickens Promises Refund
An old advertisement touts Martin's Wonderful Blue Bug Killer for chickens to kill bloodsucking insects. It guarantees satisfaction with a money back offer and urges asking a druggist for details.
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Martin
Comanche Fight Ends With Turnover Futures
Brownwood battles Comanche with Grady's 40 yard run and a 10 yard pass to set up a first down, but Comanche edges ahead as Flack runs in for a 35 yard touchdown. The piece references a malaria tonic sold for 60 cents per bottle.
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Yen
Brownard
Reese
Brownwood
Grady
Nicd
Diarmenils
Rady
Comanard
Flack
Get Ready for Flu Calotabs Ad Warns of Influenza
Physicians and druggists urge purification to resist influenza. A Calotab taken at bedtime with water is claimed to purge the system by morning, with no after effects. Original sealed packages sell for thirty five evuta, with money back if not delighted.
Prickly Ash Bitters Promises Breath and Stomach Relief
When breath is bad and appetite disordered Prickly Ash Bitters is described as the remedy. It purifies the stomach liver and bowels sweetens the breath and promotes vigor and cheerfulness. Price one dollar twenty five cents per bottle. Special agents Hamilton Drug Company and Wm Rees Company.
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Hamilton Drug Co
Wm. Reese Co
Hamilton Drug Company
Wm. Rees¢ Company
Bromine Quinine Medicine Box Ad Promises Cure
Classic early 20th century ad touts LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE tablets as removing the cause of colds grip and influenza. It features W. GROVE signature on the box and a 30 cent price offer.
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W. Grove
Farris Healing Remedy Promises Quick Barb Wire Wound Relief
A sales pitch touts Farris Healing Remedy as a rapid healer for barb wire wounds. Available at The Cash Store and multiple local merchants in Proctor and nearby towns with a money back plan.
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Farris
Comanche
J. W. Carter
Hasse
Stone & Truett
Proctor
Rich-Tone Tonic Praised as Health Restorer
An endorsement by Rich-Tone claims the tonic is a marvelous remedy for the weak and tired. It promises to strengthen energy and vigor and reports personal health improvements and cure of long standing ailments.
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Rich-Tone
Rich-Tone Energy Drink Ad Claims Health Boost
Vintage ad for Rich-Tone promises increased energy and vitality. It asserts improved appetite healthful sleep and overall well being while offering a bottle for one dollar at the local drug store.
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Azores
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Sorensgitiewa
Boren-Stewart Company
McKinney, Terrell
Paris
Waxahachie
Denton
Renown Brand
Virginia
Renown Tea
Ceylon
British India
Mocha
Arabia
Java
O. K
Che
Lamkin
J. M. McCrary, Sr
Jim Mosley
Robert Stroops
Odess Burton
Carlton
L. T. Leslie
Dewey Haggard
St. Louis
J. D. Carter
Japan
Western Counties
John Sizzen
Carter
Frank Baggett
G. D. Haggard
Gustine
Copperas Prairie and Gap
Coz
Progressive
Florida
Lnemi
K. Tate
Brownweith
Comanch
J. R. Inez
Kodak
Luther Dixon
The
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