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Newspaper
Jefferson Jimplecute
Location
Jefferson, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1906
Page
2
A leaflet from Jefferson County Texas urges landowners to lease lands for oil and gas development, arguing investors will pay a percentage in oil and rent for gas, promising to boost county value and progress if leases are signed now rather than waiting for others to act.
The item urges landowners to lease lands for oil or gas development or risk falling behind as others invest. It notes Judge W W Grubbs resigning as state farm union head and outlines a push for educational reform and industrial effort. The column also critiques local laziness, mentions canning factories, wallpaper discounts for 1906 patterns, and ends with a quip on luck in love versus cards.
Very respectfully yours L T Brizzell Supt First Grade Mrs Vinson teacher Louise Anderson Nellie Hasty Mary Faviell Dorothy Terry Margarett Mc Donald Jean Hasty Delia Woodeon Allie Frank Fred Jakob Second and Third Grade Mies Preston teacher Mate Kelly Singleton Alice Brambert Willie Glover Lois May Woodson Fourth and Fifth Grade Miss Hicke teacher Grace Rowell Vera Walker E S Hooper Daisy Faviell Madge Terry Clyde Proctor Bettie Mae Smith Ella Mae Singleton Lucile Smith Grace Walker Fvecue Collamer Dan Zachry Iane Frith Abbie Webster Genevive Quinn Katherine Rowell Emma Louise Terry Sixth and Seventh Grade Migs Em mett teacher Waldb Murray Gladys Proctor Ethel Snead Jewel Wartzbaug Clarence Braden Curtis Deware Charlie Hooper Mattie Hicks Jim Kistenmacher Hazel Rose High School Ione Swope Tommie Stallcup Lillie Segal Lucile Singleton Nathan Dreeben John Hill Silas W EButcher Etna Carwile
A Jefferson Texas reader reports relief from kidney trouble after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He describes pain from side to back, variable urine flow, and scalding sensations eased by the treatment. The ad urges visits to J F Crowding Co and notes Foster Milburn Co as U. S. agents with a 50 cent price.
Rev W B Allen of Marshall state clerk of Marshall Presbytery Cumberland Presbyterian Church will preach at the Synagogue next Sunday morning Nov 11 at eleven o'clock. All are invited to worship with a cordial welcome. Sunday School at 9 30. Supt Wa Crank C P Sunday School urges all not attending Sunday School to join in studying the Master’s word and will.
A small improved farm with new fencing, vineyard, orchard, four room house, two barns, water, and pasture near Jefferson on Kellyville road, offered cheap if sold at once. Also an eight room house in Jefferson. For details contact G A Daugherty Jefferson Texas. O A Tholen, night foreman Marshall Oil Co, described clear refined cotton oil sample. Land near San Angelo Concho County offered 9 to 20 miles away with cutting in small lots 700 to 1500 dollars, terms include one third cash and one third for 5 years. New town G G Hagel in San Angelo area. Church invitation at Presbyterian in San Angelo with service times listed. Singer and Wheeler and Wilson sewing machines for sale in Marion county with liberal contract. address Singer Sewing Machine Co Marsall Texas.
An advertisement touts Simmons Cough Syrup as a quick cure for coughs colds sore throats and chest symptoms claiming it makes you well without delay.
Anecdotes praise students who paid their way through Tyler Commercial College in Tyler Texas with small sums. C A Ward entered with 36 dollars and, by work, finished tuition and expenses and secured a 50 dollar month job on graduation. Other youths likewise paid by labor and earned respected positions. The piece urges readers to enroll for practical courses in bookkeeping shorthand typing and telegraphy.
Mrs Rosa Potts of Birmingham credits Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets with relief from biliousness and constipation, stating the pills restore appetite and vitality and support natural digestion. The ad notes the tablets are sold by druggists. A report from Gaveston and Century Syndicate officials mentions visitors to Capt S.A. Mc. Newly at the Ecelstor and a furnace visit.
Notice to creditors of L E Purssell of Marion County Texas. On October 27 1906 he executed and delivered to J M Deware as assignee a deed of assignment conveying all property for the benefit of creditors. The assignee has qualified. Also mentions thanks for subscription payments and assorted local notices and ads.
Advertisement asserts Foley's Kidney Cure can treat kidney or bladder troubles within medical reach. Company name TF Crow Drug Co is cited as endorsing the remedy.
A new stock arrives featuring the Star Brand and other names as SecaL Exasnert and Hill advertise footwear and accessories. Local retailers invite customers to visit for a selection described as a nice batch of turnips for the week.
Election day passed quietly with very low voter turnout in the county. The report lists gubernatorial, congressional, and state senate results with Campbell and Terrell majorities, and notes brief local commentary, medical ads, magazine notices, and a quip about a burial.
A Bakersfield Missouri reader urges the product for both horse and self, claiming it cures all pains. J M Roberts says it’s the best he has used in ten years for man or beast, with sales by W J Sedberry. The ad closes with a wry note that most men know less than others think they know.
A local notice proclaims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a cure for burns and injuries. It cites AC Stickel of Miletus, WA, claiming a malignant ulcer on his daughter’s hip was prevented from requiring surgery by the salve and that persistent use cured it. The ad lists 25 cents at WJ Sedberry.
An old catalog style notice targets agents with claims of high earnings from selling goods and offers prices that astonish for personal buyers. It cites United M's'ra Mail Order Co at 127 Front St New York City and dismisses a rival product named Lazinese as unsatisfactory.
A Beason event at Lasater on the Rhine hosted a large Singing Convention with Miss McNeely at the organ. Visitors included Professor Hynson of Waco and Judge J. P. Beamer. The Baptist church hosted the music hall as the crowd overflowed seating. The writeup notes a festive mood, playful anecdotes, and a playful reference to political hopes and local characters. Also promotes Ballard’s Horehound Syrup and DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve with local endorsements.
An advertisement touts Kennedy's Laxative with honey and tar as a pleasant remedy for children with colds and coughs. It claims no opiates and compliance with the National Pure Food and Drug Law, sold by The J. F. Crow.
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