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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1917
Page
7
Member lists from the American Bankers Association and the Texas Bankers Association include TempLe D. Smith ApoIpH Gold Albert Koennecke Mrs. Fred Walter and Elsap Walter among noted figures in the Texas banking community.
In this 1917 style public urging, Congressman Scott Ferris and the Liberty Loan Publicity Bureau exhort all Americans to increase bond purchases. The piece frames war effort as unity across farmers workers and business people, condemns pacifist timidity, and stresses duty to support President Wilson and national security.
Officials fault middlemen for current food shortages and wastage across the United States, noting rotting tomatoes and potatoes while prices rise. A New Jersey retailer and New York farm conditions are cited, with talk of legislation and price impacts. The issue involves wholesalers, farmers, and rising costs amid reports of degraded meats and dairy, as New York seeks extra food measures.
A historical account of H. H. Sibley’s Texas Mounted Volunteers brigade from formation in 1861 through battles in New Mexico and Texas. Details cover regimental officers, movements to El Paso, Fort Bliss, Fort Craig, Val Verde, Apache Canon, Brashear City, Mansfield, Pleasant Hill, and final actions leading to the brigade’s disbandment. Includes notes on leaders Major Tom Green and General Bagby, and postwar endorsements and political context.
The Constitutional Amendment on Reclamation of Overflow Lands Drainage and Irrigation will be submitted to Texas voters on Tuesday August 21. It is the only pro position on the ballot and is expected to drive voter turnout.
Cream separators offered with top quality on the market at competitive prices. See us for particulars and details on availability and models.
Mrs F Kothe of Llano Texas says damp changing weather worsens her rheumatic pains and kidney discomfort She reports relief at times using Doan's Kidney Pills The advertisement notes the price is 60 cents and directs readers to ask for Doan's Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY
An advertisement offering Electric Starter Magneto and Battery work plus auto accessories lubricants and gasoline services with contact phone number 503.
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