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Newspaper
Jefferson Jimplecute
Location
Jefferson, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1913
Page
4
The note extols Trades Day with calls to unite for town growth. It promotes public campaigns based on facts, urges home print eight page pink cover paper, and stresses transportation, immigration caution, and making the town a magnet to attract and retain business. It mentions office hours and holidays and encourages community pride.
The Simplecute notes the Prosperity Edition of The Bryan Daily Eagle from Bryan Texas. It calls the issue splendid and a great benefit to Bryan and its citizens. The Eagle is congratulated for its fine work.
The article on page eight urges residents and the court to back a proposed road improvement program in Marion County, stressing the necessity of better highways and cooperative effort for the project.
A postcard from R. E. L. Castelberry dated May 21 reports he was in San Francisco with plenty of snow in the region. The note suggests that modern towns use slogans and periodic action to accompany talk.
Arrangements are being made for a home coming and old settlers day in Jefferson on August 21 22 and 28. Fuller particulars to follow.
The message urges inviting farmers to participate in a commercial organization's activities. It notes farmers are substantial businessmen and that bankers merchants and mechanics should support them by lending wholehearted cooperation to solve farmers problems. It mentions visiting businesspeople and traveling salesmen in the town.
The remark urges a young man and a small merchant to believe they can master industry quickly. It emphasizes the proverb that growth starts from a small seed, like an acorn, and can lead to substantial achievement.
Residents note significant upgrades in Jefferson over the past two years and many commend the efforts. Visitors who have not seen the city recently express positive views on the changes and development visible today.
In Linden on Saturday voters chose JC Fant as mayor and elected aldermen I N Marett M D Givens J E A Bange John S Morris L C Weaver along with Marshal W C Taylor to lead the city.
A puzzling New World incident centers on a swatted fly family linked to an unexplained death. Authorities caution against blame while noting the unusual sequence of events and local residents’ concern.
Government observer J C Kistenmacher reports river and wind data for May 23 to May 29. Rivers range from 60 to 11.2 with winds from East and SE. clear days noted on May 23, 25, and 29. Denotes river rise across the period.
Fire roars as a Standard Oil well on Stiles land near Trees LA erupts after ignition from a rock strike. The gush estimated 15000 to 18000 barrels, derrick and rig destroyed, flames visible for miles and from Jefferson at night. Firefighting efforts have failed to date.
The Union Revival Meeting begins Sunday June 16 at Jefferson. Rev. P. M. Fitz gerald of Arlington will lead services as Christians and workers for Christ join in.
Disorders of the stomach may be avoided by the use of Chamberlain's Tablets. Many very remarkable cures have been effected by these tablets. Sold by Allen Urquhart. Don't forget the M. E. ladies will serve dinner Trades Day in the Walker building next door to the Commercial National Bank.
Henry Fort offers printing and development services using the latest methods. Customers praise friendly service and a good selection of early vegetables in the week. Phone 129 listed for contact.
Dr Bell's Antisptic Salve is guaranteed for tetter ringworm eczema chapped hands and lips mounting sores ulcers and all skin diseases. Good after shaving. 25 cents a box Jefferson merchants plan a splendid first Trades Day event.
An old notice promotes Dr Bell Pine Tar Honey as a cough remedy urging readers to try it. It also mentions warmer weather bringing a hint of summer.
A promotional notice describes Scott's Emulsion as predigested body-food that strengthens organs and tissues and builds blood. It claims the product reduces fatigue and nervousness without alcohol or drugs, aiding women overwhelmed by household duties.
Mrs John William Taylor from Dallas visited Jefferson and joined a party including Miss Madeline Collins and F I Clark for a thirty mile motor boat trip to Caddo Lake. They stopped at Pleasure Island for dinner and continued to the lake enjoying pleasant weather. The Cypress River and Caddo Lake impressed all participants.
Last Saturday a party traveled to Chattanooga to attend the U C V reunion led by George W. Watson from Dick Taylor Camp with John Dodd of Lanier and M L Coker of Jefferson. Dr W J Sedberry also attends and Watson plans battlefield visits and reunions with old comrades. A separate group led by D C Driskell toured Caddo Lake Mooringsport and the dam site, observing burning Stiles well operations and new concrete piling.
The pupils of Miss May Belle Hale present a recital at the School Auditorium on Friday night May 30 at 8 30. Friends and the public are invited to attend.
David W. Terrell offers white peas Crowders little lady and black eyed peas at 2.50 per bushel. Address R 2 Box 8 Jefferson Texas. The W T U will meet at the pavilion Thursday June 5 at 3 PM for a business meeting and annual officer elections with full attendance requested.
Advert says Dr Bell's Pine-Tar-Honey cough remedy has generations of use and contains combined reliable ingredients. It urges buyers to look for the belt on the bottle and ensure they get Dr Bell's product.
Mrs Loois Sims entertained Tuesday evening at the Silk Hotel for Jefferson High seniors. Guests wore blue and gold, punch served, and prizes awarded for girls and boys. The Mystic Workers plan a Texas lodge, Titan ic Disaster film to open at Gem Theater, and a May 30 showing. A graduation reception at Miss Alice Emmert’s Jefferson Ave home featured six sweet graduates, two male members, and a Hearts game won by Prof. Talkington.
A promotional note urges every Texas family to obtain J B Nelson’s lit tle book on the Soul of Man. It claims the work offers unique insights into ancient history and calls it the most conclusive argument in a small format. Priced 25 cents, available at simplecate office or by mail with satisfaction guaranteed.
Jno E Harris longtime Cass County resident died at his Cave Springs home on Monday. Burial was held at Friendship on Tuesday. He was father of Mrs. L C Pruitt of this city.
Jefferson Ice & Light Co promotes full weight ice deliver with a public assurance. Delivery men are instructed to provide it. Customers are invited to visit Gem Theater and Urquhart's Drug Store window to view a prize display and enter the chance to win for 10 cent admission.
Potato plants priced at 10e 100 or 1.00 per 1000. Potato slips 10 cents per 100 or 1.00 per 1000. Orders to Charlie Smith in Jefferson Texas.
The Ladies Aid will hold an open Missionary Meeting on Sunday afternoon. Subjects include Fields and Forces of missions and nations reached by gospel outreach. Leader Mrs. Allen Urquhart presides with invocations, readings on China Africa Mexico and Mountain Missions, songs, a quartet, and free will offering by Mrs. M V Rice.
Property offered for sale by W H Green in Jackson Georgia. Estate can be divided into 50 or 100 acre lots or sold whole to suit purchaser. For further information write W H Green, Jackson Georgia. m29.
The M. E. ladies will run a lunch and dinners at the Commercial National Bank during Trades Day. Lunch 10 cents ice cream and cake 15 cents dinner 25 cents. They assure patrons will receive good value for their money.
Mr M Jordan died in Texar Kana on Wednesday and was brought to Karnack for burial by T P train at 9 56. He formerly lived in Jefferson and Marion counties and was well remembered. He leaves sons and a daughter at Karnack and Texarkana. Those who accompanied the body were sons Will and Tim Jordan from Texarkana and S T Alford with wife and daughter from Karnack. Mrs Alfred is a daughter of the deceased.
Nine words from a local group emphasize the need to keep weeds and grass trimmed along sidewalks to prove the value of the stock law after six years of effort.
Money making advice touts Brambert-Vaughn Co as the best source in Jefferson for all kinds of merchandise with the largest stock and lowest prices based on quality.
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