Back Almanac Prize Offer for Piano Winners
Instructions call for listing twenty objects in a picture with names beginning "B A" such as Barn. Include the item names and article names. Prizes include a Smith & Barnes Piano valued at 350 dollars for the top entry, with a prize for every participant and notices sent by mail. Provide your name, address, and three friends who need pianos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith & Barnes Piano Company
Chicago
Ill
Smith & Barnes
Subscription Rates Listed by The Leader Weekly
The Leader notes Thursday publication and provides pricing for subscriptions including one year at 1.00 and six month options. The notice outlines available copy formats and rates for readers.
Peace and Rest at Austin Slipping Under Gov Colquitt
Citizens hear a harsh critique of Gov. Colquitt’s tenure accusing him of waging battles against the attorney general and the comptroller. The piece argues his policies failed to protect the state from trusts and land grabbers and notes the political shift that led Judge Ramsey to oppose him. It also reflects on young county students leaving home for college and the tempered expectations before they return to life’s responsibilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Colquitt
Aust’n
Davidson
State Treasury
Comptrollers Department
Comtroller
Judge Ramsey
Young County
Dallas Automobile Club to Promote Texas Good Roads
Geo. W. Baker launches statewide organization of automobile clubs to back road improvements in Texas. In state finances, the largest railroad bond issue in Texas history is registered: a temporary bond for 12 500 and a 1 600 000 bond, registered by T J Freeman of J G N. The Beaumont to Sabine Pass river survey advances toward a 25 foot channel with work to begin after survey completion this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. W. Baker
Dallas Automobile Club
Texas
T. J. Freeman
Neches
Beaumont
Sabine-Neches Canal
Sabine Pass
Gulf
Senatorial Campaign Critique of Jake Wolters in Texas
The piece condemns Jake Wolters as unfit for the U.S. Senate citing a corrupt campaign fund and evasion of disclosure. It argues Texans should shudder at his candidacy and compares him unfavorably to past leaders Reagan Coke and Maxey. It questions his qualifications and calls for accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jake Wolters
Texas
United States
Senate
Lee
Jake
Ball
Enacor
Reagan
Coke
Maxey
Agents Wanted for New Standard 1910 Atlas and Books
Advertisement seeking first class agents in county areas to sell the New Standard 1910 Atlas of the World and juvenile holiday books. Earning potential $40 to $60 weekly with 50 percent commission. Postpaid outfit available for 20 certificates. Full particulars free from A. B. Kuhlman, Publisher, 136 West Lake St., Chicago 111.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Kuhlman
West Lake St
Chicago
Money missing from the measure of life
A reflection on wealth and values arguing that money does not buy love or friendship and can erode character. The piece contrasts rich and modest communities, urging money should serve ends without harming family, neighbors, or society, to preserve fuller, more ethical living.
Coal for Sale by R L Shepard at Burch coal mines
R L Shepard proclaims control of the Burch coal mines and offers delivery of coal to any city area. Winter supply arrangements urged, contact via phone 4-5 rings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. L. Shepard
He - Wes
Ind
Texas Needs Great Men Leaders for Progress
An editorial argues Texas requires bold statesmen unafraid of civilization and progress. It compares China and other nations to a decaying dark age, warns against fear of new knowledge, and urges strong leadership to resist anti progress sentiment. The piece frames education as essential to modern policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Alexandria
Texas
Business College Promise and Dallas Permits Report
A vintage appeal promotes Bowie Commercial College in Bowie Texas as the path to business success for men and especially women through shorthand and general education. The piece notes building permits in Dallas for September totaling 3,924,972 dollars, up 188,297 from the prior year, suggesting growth and opportunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowie Commercial College
Bowie
Texas
Dallas
Sheriff's Sale in Young County Texas 1911
Public notice of a tax sale in Young County as O. H. Brown sheriff sells 160 acres along Dry Creek near Graham. The property in the Be E Gray and W Gray case is levied to satisfy a $204.60 judgment for M. G. McGaugh. Sale date set for November 7, 1911 at the Grah am courthouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Texas
Young
District Court
Tarrant County
M. G. McGaugh
E. 8. Gray
W. Gray
Court House
Young County
Graham
Dry Creek
Brazos River
E. Cor
N. 1
Terry
W. B
R. R. Co
N. W. Cor
P. O
J. E. James
Gray
O. H. Brown
Wanted canvassing agents for sale of two books
Wanted canvassing agents at once for the sale of Compendium of Everyday Wants and the book et general necessity priced at 1.50 also for The Devil's Bride a religious allegory priced at 1. Either outfit sent postpaid for 10 cents. 50 percent commission to agents. Address A. B. Kumalman Publisher 136 West Lake St Chicago Ill.
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A. B
Kumalman
West Lake St
Chicago
Til
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Amrae
Leyhe Piano Company
Elgin
Ingersoll
Steinway
Weber
Wheelock Stuyvesant
Rank H. Bowron
Mohamet
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