Record Building Friday Publication Details and Policies
Published every Friday morning from Record Building Frank A Walpole editor entered February 3 1908 at Manatee Florida as second class matter under act of Congress March 3 1879 Subscription rates pay able in advance one dollar Communications on live topics especially of local interest are solicited It is understood however that the publisher of the Record will not be responsible for opinions expressed by correspondents The Record wants a live representative and correspondent at every post office in the county and will make liberal arrangements with the right parties.
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Manatee, Fla
Congress
the Record
Road system reform urged for state by next legislature
The text argues for a comprehensive road system for the entire state to be seriously considered by the upcoming legislature. It notes pride in the Braden River bridge under construction and reflects countywide importance.
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Braden River
Mana Tee County Trucking Interests Prosper
The trucking interests of Mana tee county report optimal conditions with strong crop health and shipments delivering handsome returns to growers, signaling a robust agricultural economy.
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Manatee County
Advise on Parental Support and Child Behavior
A cautionary note warns against always siding with a child in disputes with teachers or neighbors. It argues that unconditional backing can push a boy toward a negative path, harming discipline and judgment.
No City Builds Proud School Home for Citizens
Citizens praise their town for costly efforts to raise inviting and comfortable school buildings that serve as a proud educational home for all residents.
Poultry Farming Expands Profits Reach on Farms
Farmers increasingly rely on poultry as a major income source as the industry grows. The old hen is portrayed as lifting farm finances, signaling a shift toward poultry becoming a dominant mortgage-raising asset on rural properties.
Post Office Ruling Threatens Ad Based Newspapers
The post office department will reject second class rates for papers and magazines sold below cost and with subscriber premiums. This move could end many advertising driven publications that rely on promotional pricing.
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Post Office Department
Cash-Only System Hailed as Townwide Blessing
A letter argues that a strictly cash economy would curb overspending and debt losses. It contends cash would reduce bookkeeping costs and bad debts, urging gradual adoption for the whole town.
Governor Broward's Treasurer Appointment Sparks Journal Critique
The Bradenton Journal criticizes Governor Broward over the county treasurer appointment. The Record notes the Journal's long opposition to the Governor and states Broward has not sought advisory input from his opponents.
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Broward
Newspaper Wrapping Preserves Apples in Winter
A method for keeping apples through winter is to wrap them in newspaper to exclude air. The newspaper must be paid for. otherwise dampness from dew may spoil the fruit.
Farm Life And Government Support Promoted
The speaker argues that government should enhance farm life to benefit the state. Urban loafers are seen as unworthy, while rural routes are praised as a tool to attract farmers. The aim is to make farming more appealing since all citizens live off farmers.
Local horsemen boast record number of fine roadsters
Noting a strong demand for automobiles, writers claim no town in the state has more good horses than theirs. The piece asserts that even with rising auto interest, people still prize roadsters and standard bred horses known for speed, reflecting a shift toward speed and quality in horse stock.
Otsego Journal Endorses Dr King’s New Discovery
Wm M Dietz editor of the Otsego Journal Gilbertsville N Y praises Dr King’s New Discovery as a cure for coughs and colds calling it the most valuable prescription for lung and throat diseases. J M Samuels Drug Store guarantees satisfaction price 50c and 100 trial bottle free
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Otsego County
Wm. M. Dietz
Otsego
J. M. Samuels Drug Store
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Endorsed by Bluff man C G Hays
A Bluff man C G Hays calls Bucklen’s Arnica Salve the quickest and surest healing salve for sores burns wounds and piles. J M Samuel Druggist guarantees the 25 cent remedy.
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C. G. Hays
Bluff, Mo
Bucklen
J- M. Samuel
Regular as the Sun Expressed in Dr. King's Pills Ad
An old slogan touts the sun's regularity and presents Dr. King's New Life Pills as the liver and bowels regulator. The claim is guaranteed by J. M. Samuel, a local druggist, as an advertisement copy.
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Dr. King
J. M. Samuel
Lost Camera Found Near Manatee to Oneco
A camera dropped from J. S. Gibbon’s pocket on the road between Manatee and Oneco on Sunday February 10 is missing. Return to owner on Church Street Manatee near A. E. Stebbins for reward. Also a note offering a good gentle horse for sale and a subscription request for the Record. Chamberlains Salve advertised for skin diseases and sore nipples.
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Manatee
Oneco
J. S. Gibbon
Church Street
A. E. Stebbins
J. M. Samuel
Cream Vermifuge Promised as Household Mainstay
A promotional notice extols White's Cream Vermifuge as essential medicine for every home. It claims mothers with children cannot do without a bottle. The ad also lists Adams offering roofing materials and plasterboard for ceilings.
Free Sample Offer for Chamberlain's Stomach Tablets
Cut this out and take to Dr. J. M. Samuel's drug store for a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. The ad claims the tablets are easier to take and more pleasant in effect than pills. They are said to correct disorders of the stomach, liver and bowels.
Herbal Liver Tonic Promises Quick Help for Constipation
An old advertisement urges immediate relief for torpid liver and constipation with Herbine. It features a user testimonial from Mrs. Ida Gresham of Point Tex praising the product for six years of use and its claimed health benefits.
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Ida Gresham
Point Tex
Bargain Newspaper Offer for Jacksonville Business
A bold solicitation promises high pay for early responders who send their names. The notice boasts unusually generous returns for placing a name in a newspaper bargain. The text hints at a deadline set for January 1908 and invites addresses for participation.
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Jacksonville
Weather Record for Manatee Week Ending February 26 1907
Weather report notes weekly meteorological observations at Manatee under cooperative service. Instrument readings collected using government standard instruments as recommended by the Chief of the Weather Bureau.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
Manatee
Father Bureau
The Limit of Life and Electric Bitters Endorsement
EMIL BROBERG, Cooperative Observer, asserts life could extend beyond current norms with advanced knowledge. He notes ages 50 to 60 as critical for health, urging careful self care to boost longevity. Electric Bitters, he says, support body organs post 50 and are guaranteed by J. M. Samuels Drugist for 40 cents.
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Nature
J. M. Samuels
Florida Favorite Watermelon Seed Sale Ad
A brief ad notes Florida Favorite watermelon seed available fresh and good at Lloyd and Company.
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Florida
Lloyd & Co’s
Electric Bitters Touted By Mrs Brunson In Georgia
Mrs Ek H Brunson of Dublin Georgia claims at 82 she feels young and strong thanks to Electric Bitters. Ad touts relief from dyspepsia liver trouble and constipation with a guaranteed tonic for 50 cents.
Farmland for sale near Manatee depot ten acres
For sale ten acres of vegetable land joining Palmer's grove to the north and the Murphy tract to the south about three quarters of a mile from Manatee depot. Apply or write J. R. Curry, Manatee.
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Palmer’s Grove
Murphy Tract
Manatee Depot
J. R. Curry
Manatee
Rhode Island Red Eggs for Hatch From Prize Winners
A. E. Stebbins offers Rhode Island Red eggs for hatching. The eggs come from blue ribbon prize winning stock at the state fair. Interested parties should secure them early to avoid missing this supply.
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Rhode Island
A. E. Stebbins
J Gates Offers Mowers and Rakes for Immediate Delivery
J Gates of Manatee, an agent for International Harvester Co., has on hand and ready for delivery a half carload of two-horse Deering mowers and a six foot self dumping rake, available now.
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J. Gates
Manatee
International Harvester Co
Notice of Expanded Public Telephone Service Areas
Public notice states Pensular Telephone Co now serves Tampa with enhanced service and offers long distance connections to Clearwater Dunedin Key Stone Park Largo Ozona Sutherland St Petersburg Tarpon Springs River View and Port Tampa City.
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Tampa
Clearwater
Dunedin
Key Stone Park
Largo
Ozona
Sutherland
St. Petersburg
Tarpon
River View
Port Jmpa
Peninsular Telephone Co
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Manatee Record
Record Building
Frank A. Walpole
Ture
Bradentown Journal
Prise
Our State
Adams
Garter & Russell
Broberg
Emil Broberg
Cooperative Observer
the Central Hotel
Arch L. Briles
Manatee River
Prop’r
In Fruit and Vegetable Dist
Call On the
Gates Realty Co
J. Grates Realty Company
Foley Bros
7Th Ave
Ybor City
Hasrina
Vurprr
Landre
Gates & Tallevast, Proprs
Havana
Manatee Iger Factory
E. P.loyd
Avery & Owen Company
Tampa, Florida
Burnett Saw Mill
Manatee, Florida
Agency
Peacock
H Gates, M
Manatee Avenue, Manatee, Fla
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