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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1923
Page
5
A vivid Mother calls for immediate action to soothe a constipated child using California Fig Syrup. The ad touts the syrup as a reliable laxative for sick or fretful babies and urges mothers to insist on genuine California spelling to avoid imitation products.
Douglas Fairbanks stars in a photographed adaptation of The Three Musketeers to screen Wednesday and Thursday at Rox theater. The photoplay, cost claimed at a million dollars, portrays d Artagnan in a new stylized Seventeenth Century guise under Fred Niblo direction with Edward Knoblock lens version and Arthur Edeson camera work.
A Brooklyn woman testifies after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for the Change of Life and sleeplessness. She says the medicine gives quiet nerves and better appetite, and she recommends it to friends and relatives.
An ad asserts consumers will not receive genuine Bayer Cold Cure unless the name Bayer appears on the package or tablets. It claims the product has been preserved by physicians for over two decades and proven safe by millions. The message emphasizes authenticity to ensure trust in the medication.
The state of Texas Colorado County sheriff sale notice issued by Sheriff Adam Buruschell announces sale of land in Colorado County by order of court. The property formerly owned by R B Walker is to be sold for cash on the first Tuesday in April 1923 at the courthouse door in Columbus. The deed cites a judgment of 7478.38 dollars in favor of Mrs. Anna Dittman plus costs.
A world conference on education to be held in San Francisco and Oakland City from June 28 to July 2 will include over 400 million school children and 1,000 exchange professors. Organized by the National Education Association, the event aims to promote international peace, understanding among nations, and new educational leadership across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Ad claims a single day cure for colds and influenza symptoms using a laxative bromquinine formula. It asserts rapid relief and lists additional uses for constipation biliousness headaches and related ailments. The copy mentions a signature on each bus and a Burgers shop slogan.
Sheriff Adam Burtschele announces a sale by order of the Colorado County court to satisfy a $4,729.97 judgment for First National Bank of Eagle Lake against W. D. Walker. The lot covers 248.34 acres including water, located in the McLain and McNair league near Lake Eagle, with detailed survey bearings and boundaries. Sale to occur on the first Tuesday in April 1928 at the courthouse door in Columbus, Texas.
American Rice Growers Association circulates a letter urging pooling of all rough rice held by growers in Louisiana and Texas to stabilize prices and aid market movement. Target pool size 200 000 to 400 000 bags. expected price 3.60 to 4.00 per barrel, versus current about 3.00. Remaining details emphasize local merchant support and risks to community businesses if distant sellers dominate.
Local resident Mr A J Walid unveiled a new Ford sedan this week, showcasing the vehicle at a nearby dealership. The appearance drew neighborhood attention as he posed with the car and discussed its features.
The city approved a $20,000 bond issue for building a city hall by an 188 to 77 vote. Interest was lower than expected as most citizens supported the plan. City actions will wait until after the April election, with committees to seek plans and oversee construction. Likely site is the fire hall lot, unless the gricker property is acquired, which is not feasible while the proposed site remains owned by the city.
A Lincoln tale recounts a lawsuit filed after a man was fatally pierced by a pitch fork. The judge questions the weapon’s use while Lincoln quips about the dog that did not attack him, reflecting courtroom humor in a tense case.
The article notes an upcoming demonstration of a boll weevil catching machine attributed to Frank Arnold of Garwoon. He expects a machine by March 15 and urges interest from cotton growers to see it, stressing weevils threaten crops regardless of cultivation. It also mentions thrift and a New York Sun quote about saving, followed by a local watch inspector for Sift.
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