Roundlap bale system praised by Oakland merchants
A letter from Oakland Mississippi merchants to the Oakland Gin Company dated August 15 lauds the roundlap bale method for cotton handling. They report quick sales, fewer problems, and higher profits with daily limits and market flexibility, contrasting it with square bales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakland Gin Company
Messrs. Harvey, Black & Co
Moore & Herron
A. P. Herron, Moore & Co
Marders & Newburger
Oakland
Miss
A Confessed Bachelor and the Christmas China Hall Pitch
A reflection on the loneliness of single life by a nameless voice contrasts with a promotional note urging readers to visit the China Hall for Christmas shopping. The dated tone blends moral commentary with a retailer’s call to action, placing theater, social venues, and "China Hall" in the same piece.
Thanksgiving menu shows diverse sources across states
A Florida Times-Union reflection notes a Thanksgiving repast with items sourced from Tennessee, Cape Cod, Michigan, Missouri, California, New York, and only oysters and sliced tomatoes from Florida. The piece contrasts abundance with a jab at economic motives, criticizing revenue from the “sick Yankees” and exports to wealthier regions. It also advertises Webb's Photographic Studio Christmas cards and mounted photo keepsakes by C. M. Wess in Decatur Bank Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
England
United States
New Decatur
Decatur
New York
Alabama
Portland
Ore
Tennessee
Cape Cod
Michigan
Missouri
California
Florida
Henry Grady
Georgia
Florida Times-Union
Webb
C. M. Wess
Bank Street
Botanic Blood Balm cures blood and skin troubles
Cure claims for Botanic Blood Balm with trial treatment free and testimonial slogans. Advertises blood purification for ulcers cancer and other conditions, price per bottle, and a free offer by mail from Atlanta. Includes a scene of other remedies and a bank notice dated January 8 1961 mixed with 1900 era copy.
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OCO
Atlanta
W. Lutrtesonn
To Cure a Cold in One Day
Advertisement urges taking Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets to cure a cold in a day. Refund offered if it fails. Box bears E. W. Grove signature. Price marked 25 cents. October 27.
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E. W. Grove
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M. Wess
Willie
Napoleon
Nicopemus
China Hall
J. A. Nelson
John D
Dewitt’s
W H Long
W R Smith
Latham
Ill
Cartwright
First National
Royal Baking Powder CO
William ST
J. A. Nelson's
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