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Newspaper
Floresville Chronicle Journal
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1908
Page
4
An old advertisement warns of heart trouble and urges using Dr Miles Heart Cure. It claims rapid strengthening effects and a testimonial from Bunnam of Livingston Texas. The Miles Medical Co of Elkhart Indiana is cited with a guarantee and refund if the cure fails.
The Republican candidate for president has been notified and accepted his nomination. The acceptance letter is lengthy and unreadable in full. An advertisement urges consumers to choose DeWitt’s Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve Out as the sole original, sold by all druggists for cleansing cooling and soothing relief.
Tad Smith, an 18 year old Black boy, was burned to death in the public square at Greenville on July 27 by a mob. He had allegedly assaulted Miss Viola Delaney, a 16 year old White girl.
Mr. W. Stone of East Poland Maine extols Backlen's Arnica Salve as ideal for sore feet burns sores and abrasions also recommended for piles. Sold under guarantee at Palace Drug Store for 25 cents.
The Navy notes that Vice Admiral Rojestvensky, long linked to the doomed Russian fleet at the Sea of Japan, has died but officials say the account of his demise is exaggerated and a man with a similar name may be confused with the commander.
Do you have back ache or sharp pains in the side and back. This signals kidney trouble. DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills relieve weak back and rheumatic pains and all kidney and bladder disorders. Sold and recommended by all druggists.
A major blaze swept through the Paul Maureaux store west of the big market on Wednesday afternoon causing about 400000 in damage. Four firemen were injured but expected to recover. Insurance largely covers the loss.
Mrs Chas E Smith of West Franklin Maine says she uses Dr King’s New Life Pills as a family laxative because they work well without fuss These painless purifiers are sold at Palace Drug Store for 75 cents and are praised for their reliability in a local testimonial.
J A Griffith and wife and Clem McDaniel and wife were seen at Sutherland Springs on Sunday, indicating a local social gathering and out of town visitors possibly noted in society columns.
Texas moves to back the sugar industry by growing cane and refining on a large scale. The penitentiary board plans to purchase Cunningham Sugarland and Riddick plantations in Fort Bend County, making Texas the Southwest's largest sugar producer. The 15,000 acre Sugarland plant has 12,000 acres cultivated and a 50 million pound annual capacity, employing about 1000 workers during season. The refinery yields 600 to 700 barrels of refined sugar daily, with state control by legislature and aims to challenge the sugar trust and aid smaller refiners.
Martin Boyd of Henrietta Kentucky says twenty years of granulated sore eyes ended after using Chamberlains Salve in February 1903. He bought one box, used two thirds, and has had no trouble since. Sold by M M Hughes.
A muted note indicates opposition to Mrs Mor row being postmistress, but President Roosevelt orders her retention for life. The remark references Abilene as a locale tied to the discourse.
Gov Campbell, Attorney General Davidson, Lieut Governor Davidson, Supt Cousins, and W L Davidson for the Court of Criminal Appeals were renominated for second or third terms. The paper approves the primary outcome, noting many well known Democrats secured reelection.
An advertisement touts Kodol for indigestion and stomach debility. It claims the product uses natural stomach juices plus tonics to cleanse purify and strengthen mucous membranes. A Ravenswood West Virginia user testifies it helped years of stomach trouble.
The jail at Bay City Matagorda County is now empty as the last occupant was moved to the penitentiary this week marking completion of the transfer.
John H. Zirkle of Philippi West Virginia reports his father long troubled by diarrhoea found relief after using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. One bottle cured him and he has remained free for eighteen months. At sixty he works as well as a younger man. Sold by M M Hughes.
In Pittsburg Pennsylvania authorities declare they will not tolerate open work bathing suits. Some women wearing them were ordered to cover up or face arrest.
Mrs Mary Lee of rural route 8 reports her husband James Lee owed his life to Dr Kings New Discovery for throat and lung troubles. The remedy relieved coughs and colds, with rapid first dose relief. Palace Drug Store sells it 50c and 1.00 with a trial bottle free.
The San Antonio International Fair will run from September 26 through October 1. It promises to be the grandest event in the city if weather cooperates. premiums list has been published.
An advertisement urges readers not to ignore minor pains and cramps urging quick relief with Ballard's Snow Liniment. It claims the remedy dissolves aches promptly and notes sale at Palace Drug Store.
Milton Vance, a stranger, stepped from a fast moving street car in San Antonio last Sunday and fell fracturing his skull. He died Wednesday.
Mr Edward E Hoenery of United States Express Chicago reports using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy to stop chronic diarrhoea quickly aboard trains and notes several cures among travelers. He mentions his service with Rutherford B Hayes and William McKinley in the 23rd Ohio Regiment and states he has no ailment aside from chronic diarrhoea. Sold by M M Hughes.
From the returns it appears very likely that Col. Sterrett has been defeated in the Fifth congressional district of Texas by Mr. Beall, the present member.
A good rain fell Monday after noon cooling the air and washing dust off the shrub bery.
A damaged clipping fragment references a common heralded brand line The Kind You Have Always Bought. It appears to be an old advertisement note lacking full context or readable dates, with fragmented logo style and partial product mention.
The Opportunity of a Life Time announces ninety day sale of unlimited scholarships in bookkeeping wholesale banking penmanship business arithmetic and more at Hill's Colleges in Waco Texas and Memphis Tennessee. Discounts include six month and three month options with substantial reductions. The ad touts up-to-date methods and experienced teachers promising good positions after completion.
Advertisement claims baby morphine fiends arise from soothing syrups and medicines containing opium, while McGee's Baby Elixir allegedly contains no narcotics and cures disturbed stomachs bowels and fretfulness in teething infants. Sold by Palace Drug Store.
For sale. My farm, well improved, 125 acres in the tract, 100 in cultivation a splendid dwelling and a good tenant house two wells and a good underground cistern. The land is red sandy loam suitable for corn cotton fine for truck and fruits. One mile east of Union on Union and Rancho road about 4 miles from Pandora railroad station. Write me at Pandora.
The text extols Favorite Prescription as a cure for debility and female disorders, noting non alcohol and known composition. It urges women to seek medical advice from Dr. Pierce of Buffalo and to request free medical guidance, pamphlets, and the doctor’s adviser, with confidential correspondence and optional Pleasant Pellets for digestion.
Martin Dies defeated Congressman Cooper in Beaumont district during the late primary. He is praised as a clean and kind public figure who never loses temper or attacks opponents. Cooper is noted as the only Texas congressman defeated in the primaries.
Mrs. Edward Abels of 717 Avenue B San Antonio Texas describes severe backache headaches and fatigue from kidney trouble traced to a cold. She used Doan's Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY noting full relief and praising the remedy. For sale by all dealers 50 cents remember the name Doan's.
Mr A Robinson of Drumquin Ontario recommends Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as the best medicine for indigestion. He says they are easy to take and pleasant in effect. Price twenty five cents. Samples free at M M Hughes drug store.
Hearst's new party met in Chicago on Tuesday and nominated candidates for the presidency and the vice presidency.
The notice warns that minor stomach disturbances can grow into chronic dyspepsia unless treated. It promotes Kodol as a preventive remedy to strengthen the stomach, urging readers to buy a bottle today from all druggists.
Ben D Lindsey elected sheriff of Bexar County with a 1475 majority over Stevens. Described as an excellent man by supporters and community observers.
A commercial traveler from Oakland Ind Ter extols Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy praising its rapid cures since 1872. He travels 18 years and keeps it on every trip, asserting long familiarity proves its value. Sold by M. M.
The cotton crop arrives this week at strong prices, signaling cash flow for farmers who anticipate a profitable period as markets ward off uncertainties and supply tightness.
Sabinal Sentinel reports T. R. Graham and his wife have returned home to Floresville after visiting Mrs. M. E. McIver. They were joined by Mrs. McIver and their two daughters Willie and Maud who will spend several weeks there.
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