Fifth Sunday Meeting Program for MacEdonia Association
The Fifth Sunday meeting of Mac edonia Association to be held with Bush Knob Church thirteen miles southeast of Throckmorton May 27 through 30 1909 beginning Thursday evening. The program lists devotional services sermons and discussions led by R Lindsey A S Wilson B F Thorp W A Camp G W Black J L Roach N W Halcomb F A Suttle and others with topics on holy days baptism faith repentance mission work and church building. Collection for Buckner Orphan's Home and for Associational Missions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
of Macedonia Association
Bush Knob
Throckmorton
R. Lindsey
Alt
A. S. Wilson
B. F. Thorp
Joe R. Mayes
F. A. Suttle
Devine
W. A. Camp
G. W. Black
Warren Cunningham
J. L. Roach
C. Jones
N. W. Halcomb
B. F. Weir
W. F. Steadham
Jones
E. S. Casenbary
J. P. Metcalf
N. W. Halecomb
Warren Cunningham N. W. Halcomb
Chamberlain's Einiment Liniment Promoted for Rheumatism
A new preparation praised for chronic and muscular rheumatism relief and acute inflammation pain. It claims to ease lame back and stiff neck from muscle rheumatism, including soreness from exercise or injury, when applied and massaged. Sold by Sloan Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Sloan Drug Co
Proposed Amendment on Formation and Taxing Power of School Districts
Texas House Joint Resolution No 6 proposes amending Section 3 of Article 7 to alter school district formation and taxation. It sets aside revenue from state occupation taxes and a poll tax for schools, adds a state ad valorem tax up to 20 cents per $100, allows district formation across counties, authorizes additional district taxes with voter approval, and outlines publication and election procedures for the amendment in 1909.
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State of Texas
State of
Texas
Treasury
W. B. Townsend
Secretary of State
Oldest man marries again at 120 and stays youthful
Wm. Parr-England, claimed oldest man, wed for the third time at 120 and continued working in the fields until 132, living two decades more. James Wright of Spurlock Kentucky touts staying young, saying he felt like a 16 year old after six bottles of Electric Bitters. He credits the medicine with ending thirty years of kidney trouble and calls it a godsend for the sick and elderly. W. M. Sherman of Cushng Maine also reports a complete cure from kidney trouble. Available for 50 cents at Sloan Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Parr
England
Janes Wright
Spurlock
W. M. Sherman
Cushing
Sloan Drug Co
Mrs J B Padgett Bitten by Spider Faces Illness
Mrs J B Padgett was bitten by a spider last Wednesday and has been quite sick since. The incident prompted concern for her health as doctors monitor her condition and advise rest.
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J. B. Padgett
Pink Pain Tablets Ad Promises Instant Relief
A 25 cent box of Dr Shoop's Pink Pain Tablets lists a pain prescription and urges consulting a doctor or druggist if the formu la is not complete. The ad claims relief from congestion blood pressure head pains and pains anywhere. Sold by B S Doty & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Shoop
B. S. Doty & Co
Fort Worth Visits By Miss Gracy And Miss Stewart
Miss Joe Gracy visits Fort Worth with a trip to the city area. Miss Alice Stewart of Fort Worth also visits relatives in the city during her stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Gracy
Fort Worth
Alice Stewart
City
Amendment to validate school district bonds and taxes in Texas
House Joint Resolution No 6 seeks to amend Article 7 adding Section 8a to validate bonds issued by school districts and authorize annual ad valorem taxes to pay interest and create a sinking fund. It covers districts formed in single or multi county areas, names trustees, and sets election and appropriation procedures for 1909. Voter ballots read For or Against the amendment. Secretary of State to issue proclamation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Texas
Texas
W. B. Townsend
Secretary of State
Arnica Salve Heals Ulcer After Twelve Years
In Gladwin Michigan John Deye faced a running ulcer and $400 in medical fees with no relief. Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured the ulcer and relieved fever sores boils felons eczema salt rheum and more. Effective for piles burns scalds cuts and corns available at Sloan Drug Co for 25 cents.
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John Deye
Gladwin
Mich
Bucklen
Sloan Drug Co
Notice to Creditors Texas Young County Kendall Assignment
State of Texas notice to creditors of P B Kendall in Young County. On April 24 1909 Kendall executed a deed of assignment conveying all property to the assignee for the benefit of creditors who consent to equal shares and discharge. Creditors consenting must respond in writing within four months, and file claims within six months with the assignee at Newcastle Texas. Witness dated April 26 1909.
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State OF
Texas
County OF
Young
P. B. Kendall
Newcastle
Ballard's Snow Liniment Ad Promotes Quick Relief
A vintage ad urges quick treatment of boys injuries with Ballard's Snow Liniment. It lists prices 25c 50c and 1.99 and notes relief of pain and faster healing, sold by B.S. Doty and others.
Proposed Texas constitutional amendment on city incorporation
Senate Joint Resolution No. 6 seeks to amend Article 11 Sections 4 and 5 to allow cities with populations over 5000 to be incorporated or chartered by special act, with tax and debt provisions, and directs publication and voter ballots for the amendment. The measure, outlining fiscal controls and sinking fund requirements, proceeds to gubernatorial proclamation and submission to qualified electors.
Treat Your Wife With Respect Not Harshness
Bonham News urges men to value their wives, noting daily unselfish acts that often go unseen. It cautions against speaking to wives as to children and advises addressing her as an equal and respectful partner who has earned trust through shared history and care.
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Bonham News
Testimonial on Oysters and Cottolene Frying Fat
A Birmingham Alabama chef praises Cottolene as economical for frying oysters. He notes using it for years and frying about 2000 oysters daily with satisfactory results. The fat is described as neutral in flavor without the oily aftertaste common to other oils.
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Birmingham
Ala
Ward
Lyon Hardware Co succeeds J. B Norris Hardware Co
Lyon Hardware Co announces after May 1 the J B Norris Hardware Co will be succeeded by Lyon Hardware Co. The new firm will be responsible and liable for all assets and liabilities of the old business and invites customers to visit the store and place trial orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B Norris Hardware Co
Lyon Hardware Co
Norris Hardware Co
Ladies Aid Society Meeting And Tea Planned
The Ladies Aid and Missionary Society of the Presbyterian church met May 6 at Mrs. John E. Morrison's residence despite a storm. A tea is planned at Mrs. Garrett's home on May 14 from 5 to 10 with iced tea if warm weather persists, featuring eatables for children, music, and reading. Mayzelle will read "The Ladies Aid." The postponed Manse social remains delayed for several weeks. Next meeting with Mrs. Hall Morrison will cover Our Foreign Missions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid and Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church
John E. Morrison
Annie and
Mazelle
Kay
Garrett
Hall Morrison
Dr King s New Life Pills Promote Health Claims
Advertising copy touts Dr King s New Life Pills as an all round laxative and health builder. It claims to tone regulate stomach liver and kidneys purify blood strengthen nerves and cure constipation dyspepsia biliousness jaundice headache chills and malaria. Available at Sloan Drug Co for 35c.
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Dr. King
New Life
Sloan Drug Co
Graham Public School Closes Friday Night May 25
Graham Public School ends its term with events across May 21 to May 25. A student play titled The old School House at Hickory Holler will be presented at the courthouse on May 21 with admission benefiting the new school building. Commencement sermons and concerts follow at the Baptist church May 23 to May 25 featuring Professor Taliferro.
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Graham Public School
Hicko Ry Holler
Court House
S. J. McMurray
Baptist Church
The
Taliferro
Foley's Kidney Remedy Promises Cure for Kidney Ailments
A vintage advertisement touts Foley's Kidney Remedy as a cure for backache kidney and bladder trouble. It claims to correct irregularities strengthen kidneys cleanse impurities from blood and tone the whole system. Offered in 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles.
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Foley
Bright
County Board of Examiners Reviews Teacher Applicants
The County Board of Examiners met to test teachers with 13 applicants. One earned first grade, ten second grade, one third grade, and one failed. Named examinees include J. E. Atcheson Tarrant Co and Chas E. Davis Jack Co among others. The piece notes rising exam difficulty and calls for better salaries to sustain teachers.
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County Board of Examiners
Edgar McLendon
Rider
P. R. Crowley
J. E. Atcheson
Tarrant Co
Chas. E. Davis
Jack
Gus Amburn
Jack Co
F. R. Philips
Denton Co
M. McBrayer
Young Co
Lee Duckworth
W. W. Jackson
Wise
Birdie Hogue
Maggie Akers
Young
Maggie Price
Carrie Tipton
Ballard's Herbine Ad Promises Quick Digestive Relief
An old advertisement praises Ballard's Herbine as a mild yet effective remedy for stomach and liver complaints including constipation and dyspepsia. It quotes a cheerful customer tone and notes the price at 50 cents per bottle, sold by B. Doty & Co.
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Ballard
B, 8, Doty & Co
Time and the Earth's Deep Changes
John Burroughs argues in Atlantic prose that time shapes earth and life. He reflects on rocks bending under pressure, gradual weathering forming coal and granite amid slow natural forces. He highlights the patient power of time in geology and the emergence of life culminating in humanity.
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John Burroughs
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Cata RE
Ely
ELY Brothers
Warren S . New Yo
B.S. Doty & Co
Senate
Secretary of
Lyon Hardware Company
J.B. Norris Hardware Company
Ladies Aid Society
Foleys
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