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Newspaper
Houston Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1913
Page
12
The Texas Farm and Fireside spans a puzzle contest inviting both old and new subscribers to compete. It promises no trick and prizes based on accuracy and patience, with a plan of dividend prizes making rewards worth what entrants choose.
Cribbed puzzle text promises rewards for correctly counting circles that intersect or touch others. It warns against tricks or partial circles and prizes accuracy with nearest correct solution.
Contest rules restrict participation to non employees and families of The Houston Post or Texas Farm and Fireside. Subscriptions determine entry value with prizes linked to paid duration. Multiple solutions allowed per contestant but each must be unique, with payment timing flexible up to a year per solution. Subscriptions should be sent by registered mail or money order and stamps must be two cent denomination.
Court records show a farmland dispute involving Teas Farm from March to May with references to miller terms and Monthe dates. The document notes a free M28 clause and list of months March May and 12 Monthe within the period. The terse entry indicates a legal action or filing connected to farm property and a potential payment or mediation deadline.
Prize list outlines cash awards for a competition tied to subscriptions to The Houston Post and Texas Farm & Fireside. It lists 1st prizes, dividends by subscription payments, and amounts like 130.0, 190.0, 280.0, and 460.00 with references to daily and Sunday Post by mail.
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