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Newspaper

Floresville Chronicle Journal

Location

Floresville, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1908

Page

4

Miles Heart Cure Advertises Relief for Weak Hearts

An advertisement outlines symptoms of heart weakness such as difficult breathing and fluttering, claiming Miles Heart Cure strengthens heart nerves and muscles and boosts action. It includes a testimonial from Mrs. Mary C. Haulsr of Sullivan, Missouri, noting improvement and recommending the remedy, with a money back guarantee offered by Wes Medical Co. in Elkhart, Indiana.

Miles Geo Mary C. Hahlsr Sullivan, Mo Wes Medical Co Elkhart, Ind

Texas Governor Nominees From Dallas and San Antonio

El J B Simpson of Dallas, a Democrat until 1896, is the Republican nominee for Texas governor. Charles Ogden of San Antonio retained the nomination.

el. J. B. Simpson Dallas Republican Party of Texas Charles Ogden San Antonio

Baby Elixir Promises Safe Teething Remedy

An excerpt touts Mellee’s Baby Elixir as a sure safe cure for dis ordered stomach and fretful teething, claiming no injurious or narcotic drugs while promoting soothing syrups containing opium and morphine as remedies for infant discomfort. Palace Drug Store lists the product for sale.

Mellee Palace Drug Store

Senator Bailey Rumored to Battle Cancer in San Antonio

Rumor spread in San Antonio on Tuesday that Senator Bailey is suffering from throat cancer and has been under treatment by a cancer specialist for several weeks.

San Antonio Bailey

DeWitts Kidney Pills Parade Ad

An old advertisement touts DeWitts Kidney Pills as a remedy for back and side pain blamed on kidney trouble. It claims prompt relief and lists a local vendor Al Breggists as seller and promoter.

DeWitt

Typograph Union Sessions Abolish Sub-Lists in Printing Houses

The International Typographic Union holds a session this week at Weaton and abolishes the practice known as sub-lists in printing offices.

International Typographica Union We Ton

West Frankfort Resident Praises King’s New Life

Chas E Smith of West Frank, Maine, says he and his family use Dr King’s New Life Wi as a reliable laxative. The Palace Tea Store sells these effective purifiers for 25 cents each.

Chas. E. Smith West Frank Maine Dr. King Palace

Miss Alice Tullos Hosts Wednesday Club Event

The Wednesday Club was entertained by Miss Alice Tullos. Eight games were played with Mrs J L Wenald Miss Elna Hughes and Miss Roberta Hooks winning five. Elna Hughes drew the blue ribbon. Present were Mesdames Be E Donald O L Ezzell J H Brown J H McDaniel Jr Misses Mamie Ballard Mattie Murray Elna Hughes Nelle Bienston Roberta Hooks. The Miss Murray was to entertain the club at its next meeting.

Alice Tullos J.L. Wenald Elna Hughes Roberta Hooks Elna Eme Mesdames O. L. Ezzell J. H. Brown J. H. McDaniel, Jr Mamie Ballard Mattie Murray

Why James Lee Got Well in Zanesville Ohio

Rural route resident Mary Lee writes that her husband James Lee nearly faced consumption before using Dr King's New Discovery. She credits the remedy with restoring his health and notes its reputation as a top throat and lung cure. The Palace Drug Store sells bottles at 50c and 1.00 with a free trial bottle.

Zanesville Mary Lee James Lee Emily Callel A& Palace Drug Store

Wilson County August Term Court Minutes 1908

The Wilson County Commissioners Court opened August 10 1908 with Judge Gouger and commissioners present. Items included land awards for bridges roads and a 1908 tax levy for county road court house jail and schools. several transfers to Road and Bridge fund. janitor salary increase. stock law election ordered. tax refunds approved. jury of view reports adopted. Dick Oldenbusch named road overseer. commissioners adjourned after voting their own pay.

Wilson County Commissioners Court H.B Gouger W. W. Polley Thos. Swift F. M. Lay W. H. King John McDaniel W. L. Wright Albert Lussy Cibolo Rand Morgenroth Wmn Sabre C.E. B. Jones Wilson County Court House H. J. Price Justice Precinct No. 3 J. Y. Flores Dick Oldenbusch

A Faithful Friend Helps Traveler Endorse Remedy

H. 3. Nichols of Oakland Ind Ter praises Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy saying it always cures quickly since 1872. A commercial traveler for eighteen years he declares the product his faithful friend on trips. For sale by M. M. Hughes.

Chamberlain H. 3. Nichols Oakland Ind M. M. Hughes

Epworth League Program Led by Mrs. Johnson

The Epworth League program features Leader Mrs. R H Johnson presenting The Dying of Sin The New Life with scriptural readings Romans six one fourteen Galatians one nine twenty one. Includes songs prayers the Lord's Prayer a vocal solo by Minnie Lee Johnson and talks on How I Received the New Life followed by a discussion question for leaders and a closing benediction.

R. H. Johnson Rom Gal M. D. Conley Minnie Lee Johnson A. L. Scarborough

Kodol Digestive Aid Promoted In Historic Ad Wrap

Indigestion relief claims highlight a broad tonic product. An ad touts Kodol Digests What You Eat from E. O. DeWitt Co and cites long term sour stomach relief, improved appetite, and strengthened stomach membranes with testimonials and retailer distribution.

S. S. Bal Ravenswood W. Va E. O. Dewitt & CO Chicago

Ex-Senator Mills Operated On at Johns Hopkins Hospital

Former U S Senator Roger Q Mills underwent surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore and may not recover The operating surgeon was Hugh F Young son of the late General W H Young born in San Antonio

United States Roger Q. Mills Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore W. H. Young San Antonio

Diarrhoea Cured by Remedy Advertisement

John H. Zirkle of Philippi West Virginia reports his father was plagued by diarrhoea for years. After trying various methods he used Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, which cured him in one bottle and has kept him free of the disease for eighteen months. Now sixty, he works as hard as a younger man. Sold by M M Hughes.

John H. Zirkle Philippi W. Va Chamberlain M. M. Hughes

For Sale Farm 125 Acres Near Union Pandora

For sale. My farm well improved 125 acres in tract with 100 in cultivation. A splendid dwelling and a good tenant house. Two wells and an underground cistern. Red sandy loam soil good for corn cotton and truck crops. One mile east of Union on Union and Rancho road about 4 miles from Pandora railroad station. Write me at Pandora.

Union Rancho Road Pandora

Chronic Diarrhoea Relieved by Remedy Testimony

Mr Edward E Henery of United States Express Co Chicago reports relief from chronic diarrhoea using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He states the remedy stopped attacks at once and notes his years of service with Rutherford B Hayes and William McKinley in the 23rd Ohio Regiment. Sold by M M

Edward E. Henery United States Express Co Chicago Quick Chamberlain Rutherford B. Hayes William McKinley 23Rd Ohio M. M. Hughes

Facing the Grave Confronts Readers With Readiness

The Uvalde Press urges readers to prepare for death, arguing the grave holds no real terror and that fear stems from uncertainty about readiness. It advocates following one’s conscience as a safe guide, noting no alternative guarantees safety.

Uvalde Press

Death of Dr J A Armstrong in San Marcos

Dr J A Armstrong died suddenly in San Marcos from heart disease according to late reports. The notice lists Armstrong as a physician associated with the San Marcos medical community. Funeral arrangements are to be announced by local authorities.

J. A. Armstrong San Marcos

The San Antonio Inter national Fair Preparation Report

San Antonio Texas August reports the International Fair opening September 26 and closing October 11. A large force of workers readies exposition buildings and grounds. The race track is renovated and poised as a premier Texas facility. About 600 thoroughbreds and 200 to 300 quarter horses are expected to race. Entries from livestock owners nationwide flood premiums, while farm implement exhibitors and top amusements from New York and other cities promise strong attractions and free features.

San Antonio Texas United States New York The Fair Association

Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Endorsement

Mr A Robinson of Drumquin Ontario endorses Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as the best medicine he ever used for indigestion. If troubled with indigestion or constipation, take them. They are easy to take and pleasant in effect. Price 25 cents. Samples free at M M Hughes' drug store.

A. Robinson Drumquin Ontario Chamberlain M. M. Hughes’ Drug Store

Hill's Business College Promise of Fast Training

An advertisement extols Hill's Business College in Waco Texas and Memphis Tennessee claiming quick, up to date instruction in bookkeeping shorthand and telegraphy. It promises superior methods, three to four month training, and scholarships reduced from one hundred dollars to as low as twenty five dollars.

Hill Business College R. H. Hill Waco Texas Memphis Tenn

Cure Your Kidneys Doans Kidney Pills Ad Testimonial

A vintage advertisement urges cures for kidney issues with Doan's Kidney Pills. It cites a Floresville resident O L Ezzell praising relief from back pain, energy loss, and general well being after use. The notice claims Palace Drug Store stocked the product with a 50 cent price and Foster-Milburn Co. as sole U S agents.

Bright Firesville O. L. Ezzell Main St Floresville Doan Palace Drug Store Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo New York United States

Favorite Prescription boosts health for women and expecting mothers

Dr. Pierce presents Favorite Prescription as a non secret medicine for female ailments and pregnancy readiness. It is advertised as alcohol free with a full ingredient list and endorsed by medical writers. Free endorsements book offered by mail. Pleasant Pellets claim to cure constipation, cited as underlying cause of many diseases.

Pierce Aeus R. V. Pierce

Thaw Declared Bankrupt and Evelyn Faces Loss of Allowance

Harry Thaw has been adjudged a bankrupt and the beautiful Evelyn will probably lose her allowance of $1000 per month.

Harry Thaw Evelyn

Daniel Baker Quartett at Opera House Friday Night

Daniel Baker Quartett performs at the Opera House Friday night on August 21 with popular admission 25 and 35 cents.

Daniel Baker Reader Opera House

Gulf Coast Country Edition announced by Galveston News

The Daily Advocate notes the Galveston News will publish a large illustrated Gulf Coast Country edition on September 1. It will cover the region from the Sabine River to the Rio Grande, detailing industries, ranches, farms, and manufacturing, with data valuable to commercial interests.

Daily Advocate Victoria Tex Galveston News Gulf Coast Texas Sabine River Rio Grande

Kodol advertised to prevent dyspepsia stomach troubles

The ad warns minor stomach upsets can become chronic unless treated, urges using Kodol early to avert bad attacks, and notes that persistence improves recovery. It claims fast relief and urges buying a bottle from druggists.

Tragedy Claims Buller Youth In Railway Accident

Robert Buller, youngest son of Mr and Mrs Robert Buller, died on the eleventh from injuries after a cross tie fell on him near San Marcos. The accident occurred while works were in progress.

Robert Robert Buller San Marcos

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