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Newspaper
Floresville Chronicle Journal
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1908
Page
4
Do you want a good position preparation is the keynote to success. Hill's Business Colleges claim thousands of graduates holding top salaries across the south and east. They advertise up to 30 dollar salary increases for grads and a new shorthand system, with mail courses and scholarships advertised in bold terms.
Frank J. Cheney sworn as senior partner of F. J. Cheney & Co. pledges one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notarized December 6, 1886. Company advertises internal remedy that acts on blood and mucous surfaces and offers testimonials free. Sold by all druggists and family pills for constipation.
Jim Peelley arrived this week from Bisbee Arizona to visit relatives and friends. He has been away about eight years and is very glad to be with his home people again.
A reader recalls long nerve trouble with indigestion and heart palpitations improved after using Dr Miles Nervine. The testimonial claims renewed strength, better sleep, digestion, and energy, with the speaker noting a complete turnabout in health since starting the remedy.
The listing outlines prizes for a community parade including Best Decorated Carriage and Buggy, Most Artistic Decorated Float, Best Decorated Business, Best Decorated Bicycle with prizes for children, Most Graceful Lady Rider, prettiest babies with awarded silver items, Old Fiddler’s Contest with cash rewards and a consolation cob pipe, plus an Old Ladies’ Piano Playing contest offering a solid silver loving cup.
Miss Minnie Wyatt of Range visited this week. Tired mothers weary from peevish young were helped by Cascasweet for babies and children. It claims to ease common hot weather ills, lists its ingredients on the bottle, contains no harmful drugs, and is sold by all druggists.
Harry Miller and TO . John son of Lavernia were aal yesterday of business. An advertisement promotes Dr Shoop R Pink Pain Tablets and Kodol for digestion. The copy urges asking doctors or druggists if the formula is incomplete and claims instant relief for head and other pains.
Lev Sutherland of Sutherland Springs visited yesterday. Dr Shoop’s Rheumatic Remedy claims to cure rheumatism by constitutional action, with patients reporting results. Rubin’s is said to be ineffective. The remedy is sold by Will See ger.
W. D. McGraw recently moved from Lufkin and has gone to North Texas on business, planning to return in a few days.
The wholesome green leaves and tender stems of a lung healing shrub give Dr Shoop's Cough Remedy its curative properties. It soothes tickling dry bronchial coughs with a safe effective medicine. Mothers can give it to young babes with no opium or harsh ingredients.
The Mexicans of our town gave a dance at Odd Fellows Hall last Thursday night. Music for the occasion was provided by the Mexican string band that has been here for several days.
A prudent person needs only enough food to repair tissue and keep warm. Excess eating leads to stomach troubles, rheumatism, and kidney disorders. If indigestion arises, adjust diet and use Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. For sale by M. M. Hughes.
Mexico contemplates returning Diaz to the presidency, signaling continued push for her leadership amid ongoing political dynamics. The move reflects the strong public or party support surrounding Diaz as a key figure in the nation’s political landscape.
An old advertisement argues for Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription, claiming it treats female weaknesses, painful periods, and nervous symptoms. It touts safety for childbirth, nursing, and pregnancy prep, urging readers to request free extracts from medical authorities.
The Houston Chronicle notes that campaign managers have decided that Mr. Alice Rovuseseit alias Nicholas Longworth must be muzzied.
An old ad claims kidney trouble leaves people weak and half alive. It touts Foley's Kidney Remedy from Foley's Central Drug Store as a cure to restore healthy kidneys and vitality, urging readers to refuse alternatives.
Charles F. Perner a plasterer and contractor aged 52 killed himself in San Antonio at the start of the week. He had practiced his trade in the area for many years and is survived by a widow.
A letter from a Indianapolis jeweler at 1060 Virginia Ave. praises Foley's Kidney Remedy after suffering kidney trouble. He states four bottles cleared his complexion relieved backache and irregularities disappeared enabling daily business and recommends the remedy to others after doctors failed.
The body of Miss Ruby Read Wooten was found floating in Lake Cliff in Dallas a few days ago with no explanation offered for her death.
Jacob Springer of West Franklin Maine says Dr Kings New Life Pills keep his stomach liver and bowels working right. Palace Drug Store offers a 25 cent trial with money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
Theodore Roosevelt Jr practises beating with his father's big stick as he dreams of weaving carpets, a lighthearted note from the Austin Statesman reflecting a playful moment in the Roosevelt family.
Clinton Maine resident Mr E E Chamberlain says Bucklen's Arnica Salve does the business. He used it for piles and it cured them. He applied it to an old sore and it healed without leaving a scar. Available at Palace Drug Store for 25 cents.
In two weeks the Fall Carnival arrives and many strangers will visit. Prepare to greet guests warmly and show hometown hospitality during the event.
R M James of Louellen Alabama proclaims a cure for malaria misery with Electric Bitters in 50 cent bottles. The tonic purifies blood eases chills bilious attacks and jaundice and relieves stomach liver and kidney troubles and backache. Palace Drug Store sells it with guarantee.
Since the last report Wil son County issued marriage licenses to John Fitzgerald and Annie Hartfield Esteban Trevino and Dolores Robles for upcoming weddings.
An advertisement touts Kodol as a digestive aid that can digest all foods and keep the stomach in good order, claiming the stomach may fail but Kodol cannot. It is guaranteed and sold by all druggists.
The remark notes that only Mr. Bryan has publicly answered the probe into sources. It frames the question as a test of transparency and accountability for a political leader, highlighting the challenge of tracing where information originated.
A remedy named Chamberlain Salve claims to cure chapped skin on hands or face overnight and also helps sore nipples burns and scars. Sold by M. Hughes in the ad.
A major fire swept the Dallas business district on the night of September 29 injuring three firefighters and killing one man. Fire crews battled the flames through the night, with authorities investigating the blaze's cause as streets remained closed and emergency services deployed.
A married man faces neglect charges for allowing family members to use substitutes other than Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and lung trouble. The ad notes Foley's Honey and Tar as the proven remedy, non opiate, in a yellow package sold at Central Drug Store.
The New York audience reacts to a speech by Willie Holst praising Bryan and opposing Kerp. The scene shows continued support for Bryan amid political jockeying as the Bryan Bandwagon remains prominent this year.
A girl contends he loves her until marriage, shaping her certainty about his commitment and future plans. The remark reflects romantic expectation and social attitudes about engagement.
The Alice Echo notes that once the Thirty-first legislature convenes it should strike the antipass law with swift action. It argues the law caused the Panic of 1107 and warns that its continuation could trigger another money disturbance, urging repeal.
A well dressed woman interrupted a political speaker by coughing repeatedly during the event. The ad suggests Foley's Honey and Tar as a quick cure for coughs and colds, noting the product contains no opiates and is sold in a yellow package at Hefase substitutes Central Drug Store.
A legislative committee investigating Gov. Hanly of Indiana has completely exonerated him. No further action or findings were issued, ending the inquiry with a conclusion of innocence.
C O Eldridge of Empire Georgia touts Dr King’s New Discovery as the best cough and cold remedy. He claims seven years of use prove its effectiveness for croup throat and lung troubles. He notes his children’s croup attacks are quickly cured and highlights its world wide reputation and guarantee at Palace Drug Store with 50c and 1.00 sizes and a free trial bottle.
The notice extols Ballard's Herbine as the perfect liver regulator for melancholy, irritability, and bilious complaints. It links bad liver to cross mood and poor health, urging readers to buy a bottle at Palace Drug to cure bilious headaches, constipation, chills, and fever.
A Texas woman has been jailed after smashing household articles, including placing a stove lid on her husband’s head. The act drew strong reactions and was reported by the Allentown Call as a disturbing domestic incident.
George M. Felton of South Gibson, Pa recalls suffering chronic diarrhoea since 1863 while in the army. He tried many remedies with no lasting relief until A. W. Miles urged Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. One bottle stopped the illness at once. For sale by M. M. Hughes.
Bridgeport Post notes Texas stands alone as two of this season's big hats can pass without casting a shadow in a neighboring state, highlighting a curious regional quirk in fashion or symbolism.
A historical advisory notes that ordinary colds pave the way for pneumonia chronic catarrh and other infectious diseases. Diphtheria scarlet fever measles and whooping cough are likelier after a cold. It promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the quickest cure and cites M. M. Hughes as the seller.
A Texas editor has wed a girl named Cash, described as a beautiful, optimistic act for any editor. The Toledo Blade notes the match as a small, cheerful milestone in a journalist’s life.
Floresville resident F Sanders testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills cured chronic back pain and disordered kidney function after use at Palace Drug Store. Ad promotes Doan's as the genuine remedy with price 50 cents and Foster Milburn Co. as U S sale agents.
A mob of farmers in Taylor flogged two white men and two Black men after they were accused of enticing away cotton pickers. The event underscores tensions over labor in the region.
Forecast warns of chill and rheumatism weather prompting purchase of Ballard’s Snow Sinmment for rheumatic pains, chilblains and frost bite. Available at Palace Drug Store in 250, 600, and 1.00 dollar bottles.
A Cuero Record reader notes a farmer who planted nut trees years ago now plans to sit back and enjoy the income from them as they mature. The piece reflects on long term cultivation yielding future financial stability.
A quick check of cold relief ads shows Preventics candy tablet marketed for common colds and fever in children. The box contains 44 tablets and is promoted for use at the sneeze stage to head off colds, with Will Seeger named.
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