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Newspaper
Jefferson Jimplecute
Location
Jefferson, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1907
Page
2
The issue notes publication from Jefferson Texas with Taylor and Taylor as proprietors. It describes mailing practices for the Jamessox Jimbecuts and offers single copies, stating regular mailing until orders to discontinue are received and balances paid.
Advertising rates listed for locals with 7 cents per inch for display per insertion and 10 cents per inch single column. Cams of thanks at 2 percent if under ten lines. Resolutions of respect priced at 75 cents. Obituaries rates shown as Th cents.
Prominent figures clash over study and drink as Rockefeller urges youth to study while Bailey criticizes the press and politicking. The piece notes New Year's Dallas edition, debates over Bryan Hearst and party discipline, and suggests national tensions between the United States and Germany.
Texas Congressman Randall introduces a congressional bill to bar Senators and Representatives from leaving the capital to obtain funds with penalties up to a $500 fine and possible imprisonment for the guilty. He cites the Water-Pierce Oil Co. controversy and urges Texan loyalty amid Southern pride concerns.
In the District Court of the United States for the Eastern District of Texas W N Osborn of Jefferson Marion county is adjudged bankrupt on December 11 1906. The first meeting of creditors is at Jefferson Court House January 10 1907 at 10 a m to prove claims appoint a trustee examine the bankrupt and conduct business. Unsecured claims 2005.00 with exempt assets 405.00 J A Huntley referee in bankruptcy.
The state commands the sheriff or a constable to publish this citation weekly for four weeks in Jimrycurr. Lizzie Washington is to appear at the Marion County District Court in Jefferson on the second Monday in June 1907 to answer a petition filed December 23 1904 seeking a decree of divorce from William Washington alleging three years abandonment and adultery.
A buyer is offered a half share of a farm described as well improved with farming tools and clear land free of stumps. The property includes five rooms and is listed under N. B. Wess. A jio note appears in the listing.
The piece argues Bailey’s fate divides the Democratic Party and risks national impact. It claims his repudiation of Bryan and New York nominees harms the party’s reputation. It questions whether defeating Bailey or whitewashing him will save the party and warns of long term damage.
Notice covers sale of farm stock including mules, buggy horse, dairy cattle, hogs, corn, and cotton seed. Also reports Arright Amusement Company street fair benefiting the fire company, plus local health ad and a family reunion of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Adams with several relatives visiting from Marshall Ardmore New Orleans and New Orleans.
A short reader note promotes Bocklen's Arnica Salve for chilblains and other skin ailments with claimed cures. It also mentions Dan Witt's Little Early Risers for internal health, and thanks to local firms for 1907 calendar lithographs. The piece reads as a local newspaper advertisement roundup.
A cyclone hit route 2 near La nier damaging JT Dodd residence and a rail trestle. A cabin housing eight people was demolished and a girl sustained a leg injury. Wind blew chimneys and a bucket from a well could not be found. No fatalities reported though the damage was extensive.
J R Blanken ship of Beck Tennessee declares Electric Litters cured his back and kidney troubles after several bottles. Sold under guarantee at W J Sedberrys drug store for 50 cents. Also reports many subscribers paying dues including W A Smitt Mrs Alice Brantley G W Wiefeld A A Fort and others.
Fo ley's Honey and Tar for coughs and lung troubles is promoted as safe for children and adults, not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law, and containing no opiates or harmful drugs, according to J. F.
The Farmers Union completed a cotton warehouse last week and received by President 11 D. Hall. The facility will store 2 500 bales and cost $2 500 to erect. Public weigher L C Pruitt will weigh for both warehouses. Hall notes much cotton remains to be stored by union members.
The ad claims Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup cures chronic constipation by stimulating the liver and bowels and restores natural action. It asserts the product does not nauseate or gripe and is pleasant to take as a holiday season of dances and amusements is noted.
The terrible itching and smarting from certain skin diseases is nearly instantly relieved by Chamberlain's Salve. For sale by all druggists at a low price, advertised as an effective remedy.
The Texas and Pacific Railway Company sends a complimentary calendar for the year 1907, noting their thoughtful gesture and the company’s cordial regard.
The note recalls correspondent "Trath" and jokes about his absence on the rostrum. It questions Earth’s age with figures of six thousand, thirty thousand, and even thirty million years, then cites a lively tale of J. P. Davis and a misadventure in Howell Arkansas. It mentions B Lumpkin Jr of Airblast Gin Co and wishes readers a prosperous New Year.
W O Reilly Fogarty of Kings ton Jamaica writes that Chamberlains Cough Remedy eased a troublesome cough and he plans to obtain another bottle. The District Court was convened Monday with Judge Turner and officers present. Civil docket hears this week and a large criminal docket to come next week.
Mr August Sherpe praises Dr King’s New Life Pills as effective and pleasant to use for biliousness and constipation. The pills cost 25 cents at W J Sedberry’s drug store. Earl Wegzell and Lawrence Henristta, Marshall students, returned home for Xmas with Mr and Mrs C A Schweers.
Wanted: a good man to garden on cbates place with four room house and fine well of water, furnished and ready to work. Rent at once. leave word at JIMP. office or see W. C. Hill. Jefferson notices show C. A. Tholen has returned from Marshall and resumed his old night operator position at Southwestern Telephone Co.
Advertisement touts Liunot's Cure as a universal itch reliever claiming to cure eczema ringworm and related conditions with one box. It guarantees relief and cure.
Mrs Dan Heyn of Marshall was here this week as the guest of Mrs F Stutz, sharing time and calling on friends.
A past editorial urges self improvement and ethical pursuit of wealth in a commercial age. It endorses a thorough practical commercial education with strong moral surroundings, criticizing schools that rely on flashy ads and half measures. It praises Tyler Commercial College of Tyler, Texas for meeting those standards.
An advertisement extols Hunt's Lightning Oil as the best remedy for burns, bruises, cuts, and sprains among workers exposed to toil. It targets laborers earning their own way and frames the product as a friend aiding in the first strife of injury.
Patent list credits Texan inventors including Parx O. Hays Gainesville with aceylene gas generator Learner Thea Mt Plessant with a stone dressing machine Allie L Standard Tuscola with a water cycle and William H. Stedham J N Miller Rouse City with a plow point fastener C A Snow & Co Washington DC notes this notice for copies and stamps with paper date.
A light bay mare with three white stockings on two fore feet and left hind foot, heavy built, 12 miles southwest of Jefferson near Bowes near New Hope Church. A small knot by the left weather and a scar run to the knot. $500 reward for return to the owner or Bud Whitehead at Jefferson C C Clark Smithland Texas.
The Sam Ward place on Kelleyville road burned Thursday December 27 from a stove flue. Occupant Mr. Peek lost some household items. The house owner lived in Indiana and carried 800 insurance on the building.
After two years of stomach trouble, Mrs. John Lowe of Cooper Maine used twelve bottles of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets and is now well. Sold by all druggists. Mrs M J Tullis visited daughter Mrs Chas Smith at Avinger and returned home with her daughter who stayed several days.
An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a cure for coughs and colds, claiming it stops the cough and expels the cold. It urges consumers to choose the genuine yellow package from J. F. Crow Drug Co. The excerpt also notes Arthur Neidermeir returning from Houston and Shaw Tribble visiting home for the holidays.
James Sullivan foreman at Freeman-Smith Lumber Co. in Millville Arkansas returned home December 27 to spend the holidays with Mrs. Sullivan and the boys. Friends welcomed him and noted his satisfaction with the new posting.
An advertisement extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for coughs colds croup and whooping cough. It claims safety no opium and reliable relief especially if given at first sign of croup and asserts it is suitable for babies and adults. The notice thanks friends for Christmas remembrances.
A historical testimonial praising Foley's Honey and Tar type cough syrup and Kennedy's Laxative Cough syrup. The author asserts it cures coughs without opiates, protects lungs, and prevents pneumonia. Mentions yellow packaging, authenticity, and regulation under the Pure Food and Drug Law.
Rain began Tuesday January 2st and persisted through Wednesday into Thursday. Streets turned to running rivers at times with widespread flooding in many areas. It was the heaviest rainfall of the winter season.
Floyd of Kershaw South Carolina declares a 11 year recovery from consumption after six months on Dr King s New Discovery. Advertisement notes 1 trial bottle free and drugstore sales. Local report mentions Squire John W Mims visiting for treatment and a dynamite blast across the river Xmas night shook the town.
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup as a 60 year old remedy for children’s colic and diarrhoea. It promises immediate relief and urges buying from druggists worldwide at twenty five cents a bottle. The note also mentions W Hill visiting daughter Mrs W W Williams in Houston during holidays.
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