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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1923
Page
3
A fragmented, surreal rhythmic piece references rhymes, a character called Walt Menon, pumpkins, graft, and uneasy imagery. The lines drift through odd phrases about uprize, giants, pillows, and tattoos, with no clear narrative or concrete details.
A terse report describes a surge in street crime with mentions of bandits and multiple names including Ester Liutis and Josh, amid a February wave. The item hints at public fear and police attention, noting ongoing graft and bold robberies in the locale.
A rugged reminiscence recalls aging townsmen and the fallen. The speaker notes Gaffer Jones still lingers while many stalwarts lie in the glen. He laments frailty, lingering illness, and a stubborn hope that Huffer Ioneg will outlive the century, as friends drift away.
The New Fall Frocks From Peggy Paige showcase demurely simple designs and elaborate silhouettes. New touches in daring colors and novel materials offer fresh effects, with daytime frocks, smart gowns, and party dresses in stylish line and color.
An old advertisement claims torpid liver and disorderly bowels cause daytime sleepiness. It promotes Hoerbine as a splendid remedy to cleanse the system restore vim and activity. Price one dollar sold by Putneying Drug Store.
Local ad notes belts suitable for separators offered by Allen Motor Co. and mentions low prices. Urges farmers in the city to see the ug for all kinds of belting and references J. E. Ulery as a contact or related address.
A year has passed since the bond issue for the Prazos River Bridge was approved yet work on detours and locating the structure stalls. County officials express frustration with federal engineers and ongoing delays, while Richmond business interests protest and press for action.
Chamber Salve kept in every home for burn care and skin diseases. Claims quick pain relief, healing for severe burns, chapped bands, sore nipples, and general skin ailments. Price 25 cents. Eat at Borger's.
A brief note seeks actors for an odd rounds play market. Lassi stars are sought for roles in a likely community event.
Rangoon emerges as a modern urban center where women dress like men and carry sun shades, with public smoking and child cupping. The piece notes Kiplingesque poetry on Rangoon’s skyline, the Jewel In The Crown palace, a Buddhist canopy, and a bustling market where women largely steer retail bargaining. It contrasts open Western courtship with traditional Parental arrangements and describes urban Chinese and Indian immigrant influence.
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