Regular Meeting Minutes of Manatee County Board
Minutes of the Manatee County Florida Board of County Commissioners dated February 4 1907 record attendance and motions. H V Whitaker joins as District 5 commissioner. pauper list changes. a resolution urges state immigration measures and a new department to secure Eastern labor. road petition put over to March meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of County Commissioners
Manatee County
Florida
Bradentown
J. B. Wyatt
M. C. Davis
W. M. Baxter
A. F. Hull
M. H. Wyatt
Robt. H. Roesch
H. V. Whitaker
Department of Immigration
M. ©. Davis
Robi. H. Roesch
Vnion
Value of the Home Paper in Community Life
The home paper shapes public opinion and guards liberties, teaching morality and truth to children. It mirrors distant towns and supports the town’s growth. Citizens should share the paper, send news, and help it stay a true representative of the community.
Electric Bitters Promised to Keep Elderly Mrs Brunson Young
At 82 Mrs E H Brunson of Dublin Georgia says Electric Bitters keep her from feeling old and claim the tonic cures dyspepsia liver trouble and constipation. J M Samuel guarantees the remedy priced 50 cents.
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E. H. Brunson
Dublin
J. M. Samuel
Notice of Democratic Primary Election in Manatee County
Notice announces a Democratic primary election in every precinct of Manatee County Florida on March 12 1907 from 8 A M to sundown to nominate a prosecuting attorney for the County Court. Clerks and inspectors remain from the last primary. returns due by March 16 1907. Also offers a free Chamberlain stomach and liver tablets sample at J M Samuel's drug store.
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Manatee County
Florida
Ouns. T. Curry, Ch’m
Florida Favorite Watermelon Seed at Lloyd and Co
A short notice promoting Florida Favorite watermelon seed sold fresh and good at Lloyd and Co. The ad highlights quality and local availability, likely targeting shoppers seeking reliable variety seed.
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Florida
Lloyd & Co’s
Celery Shipment Expands as Season Opens in Manatee
A third car of celery has been shipped from Manatee this week signaling the start of the real vegetable shipping season. The celery is of superior quality and prices are satisfactory, though the crop may be a little short and later than usual. Other vegetable interests look promising for growers this season.
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Manatee
Electric Bitters touted as key to longevity after 50
A medical note urges better care for ages 50 to 60, claiming longevity hinges on this decade. It promotes Electric Bitters as Nature's best helper and a scientific tonic that revitalizes every organ. Guaranteed by J. M. Samuels Druggist. 50c.
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Nature
J. M. Samuels
Woman's Missionary Society Mourns Louisa E Tresca
The Manatee Woman's Foreign Missionary Society notes the passing of Louisa E. Tresca and records resolutions praising her faith and urging comfort for her family. A note adds an advertisement for Chamberlain's Salve for skin diseases and sore nipples by Dr. J M Samuel.
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Louisa E. Tresca
Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society
Manatee
Christian Advocate and Manatee Record
D. M. Cowper
M. D. Cooper
J. M. Samuel
Braden River Briefs Mixed with Local News
A Braden River update notes dry cool weather aiding irrigation and crops. Clem Phillips moved back to join the vegetable trade. H M Frazee firm reports strong celery yields. M J Johnson repairs a launch. a baby girl and a boy arrive at the Phillips and Frazee homes. A parish letter from Tatum Ridge recalls preaching in palmetto woods. Roofing supplies from Adams include felt coal tar and plasterboard.
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Clem Phillips
Braden River
Manatee County School Board Hears Textbook Uniformity Motion
The Manatee County School Board met February 5 with A. F. Wyman and W. Harrison present. They approved the January minutes, received a $67.75 county treasurer balance, and passed a resolution urging support for a State Uniform Text-Book law. Warrants totaling $2,497.60 were issued. A sale notice advertises ten acres of vegetable land near Palmer's grove and Murphy tract.
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Board of Public Instruction of
Manatee County
A. F. Wyman
W. H. Harrison
W. M. Rowlett
A. J. Pettigrew
Jos. H. Humphries
Palmer’s Grove
Murphy Tract
Manatee Depot
J. R. Curry
Manatee
Railroad Commission Explores Terra Ceia Rail Service
The Railroad Commission led by Chairman R. Hudson Burr and Commissioners Morgan and Blitch visited Terra Ceia Island to inspect freight and passenger operations. Island residents pressed for improvements after poor service and no passenger rail for some time. The officials' on site investigation aims to deliver better service soon.
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The
Railroad Commission
R. Hudson Burr
Morgan and
Blitch
Manatee County
Terra Ceia
Terra Ceia Island
Island
Bradentown
Tampa
Elastic bands and a curious inquiry at a dry goods store
A Manatee woman asked a head clerk for elastic bands to bind a female apparel area, prompting the clerk to vanish to a turpentine camp. An odd newspaper pitch promises quick pay for names before a January 1908 deadline, urging readers to act fast for a bargain.
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Manatee
Rhode Island Red Eggs For Hatching Sale
A. E. Stebbins offers Rhode Island Red eggs for hatching. The eggs come from blue ribbon prize winners at the state fair. Parties interested should secure them ahead of time.
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Rhode Island
A. E. Stebbins
Manatee Welcomes New Railroad Agent M M Owen
Manatee gains a new railroad agent M M Owen from Plant City, relieving R R Murray who remains with Manatee Light and Traction. Murray stays on as a company employee. Owen will move his family to Manatee and occupy a Davis cottage as depot painting and repairs proceed to improve railroad property.
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Manatee
M. M. Owen
Plant City
R. R. Murray
Murray
Lost camera on road between Manatee and Oneco
A camera dropped from the pocket of Mr. J. S. Gibbon on February 10 on the road between Manatee and Oneco. He lives on Church Street, Manatee, near Mr. A. E. Stebbins. The finder will be rewarded upon returning it to the owner.
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Manatee
Oneco
J. S. Gibbon
Church Street
A. E. Stebbins
Marriage Report: Miss Mamie Patten Weds W H Brown
Miss Mamie Patten married Mr. W. H. Brown on January 27 at the Patten home in Ellenton. She is known in Manatee and related to George C. Patten of the local business circle. The groom is a merchant in Ellenton. Announcement delayed due to late word of the union.
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Mamie Patten
W. H. Brown
E. B. Patten
Ellenton
Mamie
Manatee
R. M. Glazier
George Co. Patten
Mr. Brown
Ellen
Regular as the Sun Ad Harbinger of Daily Pills Claim
An old expression is cited to promote Dr. King's New Life Pills as the most regular performance in the universe besides sunrise and sunset. The ad claims guaranteed results from J. M. Samuel druggist and emphasizes routine bodily regulation.
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Dr. King
J. M. Samuel
Missionary Institute Opens in Bradenton Tampa District
The Missionary Institute of the Tampa District opened Tuesday morning at Bradenton with the Methodist church. Nearly the entire district attended and reported well from almost every section. The session proved profitable and interesting. Braden town residents gave warm, royal hospitality to the delegates.
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Missionary Institute of the
Tampa
Bradentown
Methodist Church
Fancy seed Irish potatoes arrive at Wiggins in cash deal
Spot cash sale notes new shipment of Fancy seed Irish potatoes received at Wiggins. The item highlights quality and immediate purchase options for customers seeking the best variety and quick turnover.
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Wiggins
Editor Seeks Prompt Subscriptions Acknowledging Needs
If you have not paid your subscription yet, please do so at once. The editor states the money is needed and will be appreciated as a sign of support.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Frank A. Walpole
Woman’s Missionary
Society of Manatee
Braden River Briefs
Adams
Ida Gresham
Point Tex
Garter & Russell, Publishing Co
Jacksonville, Florida
the Missionary Institute
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