The Jews in Jerusalem and their uneasy place
The article surveys Jewish influence in Jerusalem noting control of banking, money changing, crafts, and a tobacco monopoly. It describes anti Jewish sentiment among Christians and Arabs, then details superstitious practices like indulea used to combat illness. It portrays burial rites near Olivet and reflections on a historically stateless people facing an uncertain future.
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The
Regio
Jerusalem
Jacob
Jehoshaphat
Olivet
Kedron
Income Tax Officer Visits Gillespie County Dates 1918
The income tax officer will help residents prepare returns in Gillespie County on January 12 to January 18 1918 with Fredericksburg as the sole visit location. Taxpayers must confer with the officer and file if liable as failure to report incurs penalties. The officer will not call first and after the last date will not return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gillespie County
Fredericksburg
Peace Conditions as Specified by President Wilson
President Wilson outlined fourteen war aims in a joint session, proposing open covenants openly arrived at, removal of economic barriers, disarmament, and neutral adjustment of colonial claims. He called for evacuation of Belgium, restoration of French territories, redefined Italian frontiers, autonomy for Austria-Hungary, independent Balkan arrangements, open Dardanelles, Polish independence, and a general league of nations with mutual guarantees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
United States
Russia
Lloyd George
Society of Free Nations
Belgium
France
Prussia
Alsace-Lorraine
Italy
Austria-Hungary
Rommania
Serbia
Montenegro
Balkan
Ottoman Empire
Dardanelles
General Association of Nations
Doan's Kidney Pills Recommended in Llano Texas
Mrs F Kothe of Llano Texas touts Doan's Kidney Pills for relief during damp changing weather and rheumatic twinges. She cites hip and shoulder pains and notes consistent relief from this kidney medicine priced at 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY markets the remedy.
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Doan
F. Kothe
Llano
Texas
Doans
Memorial Resolution for Harper Pease Obituary Note
The M E Church South Sunday School notes the death of Harper Pease son of Mr H H Pease. The Sunday School extends heartfelt sympathy to the parents and prays for the heavenly care in this hour of sadness. Signed by Pastor A R Vetter and committee members Estella Smith and Annie Schaer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper
H. H. Pease
M. E. Church South
Heavenly Father
A. R. Vetter
Estella Smith
Annie Schaer
Committee On
Market for Bones and Rags at The Boston Store
The Boston Store announces a two week market for bones and rags with payment rates of 65 cents per hundred for bones and 60 cents per hundred for rags. Proprietor M Gordon urges bringing in stock while prices are good.
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Boston
M. Gordon
Local Merchant Ad Promotes Goods and Produce Trade
Carry a complete stock of Drs Goods Clothing Gents Furnishing Goods Staple and Fancy Groceries. Also buy and sell all kinds of country produce.
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Drs
Seed corn program to aid farmers through local banks
H F Grote County Agent announces Seeds Committee of the Bureau of Markets will buy seed corn from Texas farmers to distribute at cost to those in need. Three varieties white strawberry and yellow dent priced at 3.00 per bushel. Kaffir maize cane and cotton seed may follow with prices not set. Farmers form groups elect secretaries to list needs and handle funds. Meetings at banks to order seed. bankers will notify secretaries for distribution. A farmers meeting January 19 at 2 pm, Courthouse in Fredericksburg to organize surplus seed lists and arrange sales.
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H. F. Grote
Bureau of Markets
Texas
Grote
Fredericksburg
Everything you need or want for your car
Local repair shop advertises comprehensive auto services with guaranteed workmanship and a promise of all needed parts and repairs in one stop.
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David
Guar
Waity
Niga
LA Perla
San Antonio
Max Wahrmund
Wilson
J. Kimbrough
General Merchandise
Albert, Texas
Bank OF Fredericksburg
American Bankers’ Ass'n
Texas Bankers’ Ass’n
BANKS
Adolph
Walter
Temple D. Smith
Ad. Gold
Alb. Koennecke
SS. C. Bierschwale
Texas Bankers’ Association
American Bankers’ Association
Citizens Bank
Capitol
iClose
Alfred Vander Stucken
Oscar Krauskopf
Wm.bierschwale
Knopp& Schneider
Soutwestern
Martin
Cain City Garage
R. A. Striegler
Cain City
Guarantee Motor Co
Nagel Bros
Schleyer & Schaefer
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