Jefferson Texas newspaper notes and local observations
The Jefferson Texas publication lists items from Oct. 15, 1904 including real estate numbers from the Los Angeles Times, a note on W L Douglas running for Massachusetts governor, and praise for Bolden Monitor. Telegraph reports oil strike at Caddo City near Shreveport 800 feet deep. Discussion of a permanent world fair proposal and seasonal travel comment.
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Texarkana
Caddo City
Shreveport
K. C
Doris Urquhart Birthday Party Delightful Parlor Games
The home of Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Urquhart hosted Doris Urquhart as she celebrated her fourth birthday on Saturday October 8 from 4 to 6 pm. About fifty children attended playing blindfolded tail the horse and other games then enjoyed refreshments, cake, and prizes including a dime and a button.
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A. M. Urquhart
Doris
Betty Mae Smith
Earl Reese
Folka
Gussie Meisenheimer
Curtin Deware
Batchelor
Fall and Winter Opening at the Home of Good Merchandise
Fall and Winter Opening at the Home of Good Merchandise promises a complete stock in dry goods groceries and departments. PEl Prince advertises guaranteed quality and bargains with shelves filled with the newest goods.
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Home of Good Merchandise
P. Elprince
Wx. Clare's
Marriage of Lawrence Walker and Leona Carter at Carter Home
In this county on Saturday October 1 1904 Lawrence Walker and Leona Carter were married with Judge L B Todd presiding. A promotional notice offers free Dr Moffett Teething Powders to mothers who write Dr C J Moffett St Louis Mo. The article notes Fifteen preachers were licensed to preach during a Holiness convention at Blossom.
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A. J. T. Carter
This County
Lawrence Walker
Leona Carter
L. B. Todd
Dr. Moffett
C. J. Moffett
St. Louis
Blossom
Gilt Edge Grocery Adds Fresh Grains and Produce
Fresh grits in barrels, rolled herring, creamery butter, bananas, maple sugar and maple syrup are advertised at the Gilt Edge Grocery. Ringling Bros big circus will show at Shreveport this season with a royal notice in this issue. Cy Brown returns from the World’s Fair praising the exhibition.
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Ringling Bros, Big Circus
Shreveport
Navigation on Cypress Bayou Opens Rail and Trade Prospects
Special correspondence from Jefferson Texas notes C W Carlson's gasoline boat now provides regular trips to Mooringaport delivering sugar and supplies to logging camps. The piece argues navigability at low cost and hints at an Oklahoma Texas Gulf railway, with local firms Clark Boice Lumber and Jefferson Iron Co demonstrating strong potential for new rail traffic, iron, cotton and mills to boost Gulf port growth.
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Cypress Bayou
Jefferson
Texas
Texas Trade Review
Dallas
Cypress River
C. W. Carlson
Mooringaport
Rivers and Harbors Committee
Indian Territory
Clarksville
Olahoma
Texas & Gulf
Clark & Boice Lumber Co
Mississippi River
Gulf
Panama Canal
England
Continent
Japan
W. T. Atkins
Satinola promise of clear skin with money-back guarantee
An advertisement touts Satinola and Satinosa as a guaranteed remedy for freckles pimples liver spots and other skin defects claiming removal in 10 to 15 days. It states a 0 cent price and features testimonials from Mrs Etta Brown of Saint Louis Missouri and notes national and Jefferson City availability through local druggists.
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Etta Brown
Louis
Glr National Toilet CO
Paris
Jefferson
W. J. Ledberry
Peruna Promoted By Louisiana Club Leader
Hon William Watson Washburn of New Orleans endorses Peruna kidney and liver remedy after twelve years of ailment. He reports strong improvement within two months and continued good health for over a year. The ad claims kidney issues arise from catarh and promises personal consultation from Dr Hartman of Columbus.
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William Watson Washburn
The
Louisiana Commercial Club
New Orleans
Nora
W.W. Washburn
R. Hartman
Dr. Hartman
Hartman Sanitarium
Columbus
Sheriff Seeks Willis Howard After Mixed Identification
Last Saturday Sheriff Haywood detained a man believed to be Willis Howard, the escaped killer of a girl and former 70 year sentence. Despite visits by locals who knew Howard, no one could confirm the identity, and the man was released with no further charges.
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Perma
Penma
Haywood
Louisiana
Willis Howard
Captivating Costumes and Millinery At Jefferson Store
Jefferson’s department store promotes ready made wear and millinery praising the style and value. The ad invites customers to visit and view the expanding selection and front rank position in the state retail market.
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Jefferson
Ladies Cushion Shoe Promises Comfort For Tired Feet
A local advertisement touts cushion shoes for women claiming relief from foot fatigue and corns with a comfortable fit. The copy emphasizes a cure for tired feet and complete line availability.
O. K. Restaurant Noted for Best Meals and Oysters
Eberstadt's old stand J. C. Fant of Lanier visited the city Tuesday, with praise for the O. K. restaurant on Austin street offering fresh oysters and seasonal meals.
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O. K
Austin Street
Eberstadt
Sage of Hardscrabble celebrates arrival of first great grandchild
Stonewall No. 2 was unusually happy in the city on Saturday as the arrival of his first great grandchild, a little girl, was noted. An advertisement touts Magic Poultry Food for healthy hens and steady egg supply at D. M. Smith's.
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Stonewall No. 2
D. M. Smith's
D.l
The New Easy Home Painting Now Popular for Families
The piece notes that painting costs have fallen, enabling families to handle small jobs themselves with ready-to-use paints. It highlights varnishes stains enamels floor paints and related supplies and urges readers to obtain facts and figures to minimize costs on larger jobs.
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Optical Service
Sud
Marshall
Dimpleente
Taylor & Taylor
Austin
Vale Ste
Jefferson, Texas
Los Angeles
Cal
W. L. Douglass
Massachusetts
Bolden Monitor
Ada
Terrell Tran
Just
Fiedler’s
Colorado
California
Valencia
Arizona
Waaiaiaiainiaininiata
Cy Brown
Fyrom Jefferson
SY W Washburn
LOUISIAN/ COMMERCIAL CLUB
Rosenfeld & Co
J. N. Thomas
W. R. Kenpon
E Love
Ladies Shoes
J.C. Fant
Lanier
City
J. F. Crow
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