Postal Savings Surges as War Bumps Deposits nationwide
The war in Europe boosts postal savings in the United States as deposits rise and withdrawals fall. By July 1 about 388,000 depositors held roughly 43 million dollars. in three months deposits exceeded 10 million, with major gains in New York City, Brooklyn, and Chicago. Banks’ prompt action aids security while Postmaster General Burleson and Governor Dockery address new challenges.
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Europe
Sam
United States
Atlantic
New York City
Brooklyn
Chicago
Burleson
Dockery
Maf
Demon Tobacco Provokes Push for Prohibition Legislation
Newark reports describe the State Convention of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union adopting resolutions condemning tobacco in all forms and hinting at a Columbus bill to prohibit its manufacture sale or giving away. The convention also denounces fashionable women's clothing as morally compromising and references a bill for clothing censors, signaling rising paternalism and legislative steps to come.
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Newark
Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Columbus
General Assembly
Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Praised By Homer City Resident
R E Roberts of Homer City Pennsylvania endorses Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as reliable and effective after years of use. Sold by all dealers.
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Chamberlain
R. E. Roberts
Homer City
GROVE'S TASTeless Malaria Tonic Ad
An old period advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Child Tonic as a general strengthening tonic for adults and children. It claims to drive out malaria enrich blood and build up the system as a true tonic.
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Grove
California Syrup of Figs Promoted for Children
An old drug advertisement urges mothers to give California Syrup of Figs to sick children. It claims the laxative cleanses the liver and bowels, relieves constipation and upset stomach, and restores health with a pleasant taste. It warns against counterfeit syrups and directs asking druggists for a 50 cent bottle made by the California Fig Syrup Co.
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California
California Fig Syrup Co
For Rent Farms Near Comanche and Sidney
For Rent list shows multiple properties near Comanche and Sidney. Highlights include 170 acres with 105 in cultivation ten miles north of Comanche, 106 acres with 75 cultivated near Sidney, 200 acres with 100 in fine Johnson grass south of Comanche, 100 acres with about half cultivated near town, 87 acres south of Comanche with 45 cultivated and 14 miles south overall, plus 207 acres with 75 cultivated. Holman and Bonner.
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Comanche
Sidney
Holman & Bonner
Lost shotgun reported in Helmsley pasture with reward
A double barrel hammerless shotgun in a tan leather case was lost along the road through Jim Helmsley’s pasture. A liberal reward is offered for return to this office.
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Jim Helmsley
Comanche County Singing Convention Plans Weekend Meet
The Comanche County Singing Convention invites singers to join Robersonville class on Saturday night and Sunday November 7. Bring song books. T R Randalls is president and Kate Nance serves as secretary.
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Comanche County Singing Convention
Robersonville
T. R. Randalls
Pres
Kate Nance
Seey
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertised With Trial Reward
One hundred dollar reward offer for an incurable catarrh case via Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Cheney & Co of Toledo advertise internal cure affecting blood and mucous surfaces. Endorsed by National Bank of Commerce Toledo. Testimonials free, price seven cents per bottle. Also Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
National Bank OF Commerce
O. Hall
San Angelo Fair and Carnival Opens November Event
The seventh annual meeting will be held in San Angelo from November 4 to 7. West Texas crops and agricultural exhibits are highlighted along with first class racing on a premier mile track. The Old Timers Parade recreates Texas as it was thirty years ago. Special rail rates of about three fours of one way fare are offered for travel on November 2 with return by November 8. For details contact Thos. F. Owen, Secretary, San Angelo, Texas.
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San Angelo
West Texas
Texas
Thos. F. Owen
Tevas
Comanche Citizen Endorsement For Doan's Kidney Pills
J M Childers of Comanche Texas testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills cured rheumatic pains with no return attacks after treatment for his daughter who walked again after four boxes. He urges continued publication of his endorsement and notes the remedy costs 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. props. Bugalo Neg.
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Dean
J. M. Childers
Comanche
Texas
Doan
Mr. Childers
Foster-Milburn Co
Bugalo
Neg
Bromine Quinine Cold Cure Adverts Signature
Only one Bromo Quinine to get the genuine call for full name Laxa Tive Bromo Quinine. Look for signature of E W Grove. Cures a cold in one day. Stops cough and headache and works off cold. 25 cents.
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E.W. Grove
Real Bargain on 85 Acres Near Comanche Texas
Real estate ad offering 85 acres 3 1 2 miles northeast of Comanche on Comanche and DeLeon Road. 65 acres cultivated, rest good pasture, 4 room house, barn, water well, near school. Price 2500 dollars with 1265 dollars against the property adjustable to buyer. Small cash payment, balance to suit. tf C. A. Hitt, Comanche, Texas.
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Comanche
Comanche and
DeLeon Road
Tf C. A. Hitt
Texas
Hair beautifier promises new hair from Danderine
A vintage advertisement touts Knowlton's Dandeline as a scalp cleanser and hair conditioner. It claims immediate smoothing effects and, after weeks of use, new hair growth across the scalp, urging readers to buy a 25 cent bottle from druggists or toilet counters.
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Knowlton
Geo Dingus Attends Court in Nolan County
Local note records Geo Dingus arriving in Nolan County to attend a scheduled court session, with details limited to his presence and the court event.
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Geo. Dingus
Slackweil, Nolan Co
Know Paint Advertisement Teaches Job Based Painting
An old advertisement promotes buying paint by the job rather than by the gallon. It advises comparing total costs of paint and labor, citing Devoe as the preferred brand and noting typical job sizes and durations. The text ends with H. H. Hardin Lumber Co. selling Devoe.
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Devoe
Eastern Star Necrology Extracts From Grand Chapter
Miss Dona Saye’s necrology extracts published in Galveston papers recount the Grand Chapter meeting of the Order of the Eastern Star in Galveston. They honor Elizabeth Robinson and note the passing of two hundred Texas subordinate-chapter members plus many friends, reflecting on life, death, and spiritual transition with elegiac tone.
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Dona Saye
Galveston
Miss Saye
Heaven
Elizabeth Robinson
Texas
Earth
Roll Call Of The Dead And Aims Of Duty
A solemn address urges duty and faith as a congregation pauses to read the silent roll of the dead. The speaker reflects on the unanswering dead and invokes hope, love, and spiritual guidance while urging forward motion after a life of service.
Balilard's Snow Liniment Promises Healing and Antiseptic
A valuable dressing for flesh wounds burns scalds old sores rash and chafed skin is Balilard's Snow Liniment. It is described as healing and antiseptic with prices 25e 50e and $1.00 per bottle sold by Paris Smith.
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Balilard
Paris Smith
Mayr's Wonderful Stomach Remedy Promises Quick Digestive Relief
Texan T A Hensley of Alvarado reports long digestive trouble including colic, indigestion, and inactive liver improved after one dose of Mayr's Wonderful Stomach Remedy. He touts relief, claims it cleanses the digestive tract, and endorses the medicine as a life saver for chronic stomach, liver, and bowel issues. The Winifree Co. distributes it locally.
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T. A. Hensley
Alvarado
Texas
Mayr
Mr. Henley
Winfieese Co
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West Side Square
Maya
Waco, Texas
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Waco
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