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Newspaper
Manatee Record
Location
Manatee, Florida, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1906
Page
4
The item notes Chas M. Combs and family visiting after a stay with her parents in Punta Gorda. Chas Maxwell, brother of Mrs. J. E. Bickcock, to visit from Georgia. Mrs. Louisa Tresca, longtime ill, in critical condition. doctors hope only to prolong her life briefly.
A damaged fragment indicates work on a local drainage project named Roek Drain nearing completion. No dates or officials are readable, but the item suggests ongoing municipal infrastructure work and an expected finish milestone in the near term.
The article lists a revival by J. B. Nelson in the schoolhouse hall with indefinite continuation, notes Manatee Junior High School progress and teacher enthusiasm, mentions state rail agent R. R. Murray returning to duties, and two farm labor positions with steady work at Manatee. It also references local businesses Wiggins and Lloyd packing houses, A. J. Adams mesh wire, and J. Gates Jr. seeking workers.
Frank T. Graham of the Tampa Daily Times travels on the river this week in the newspaper's interest. His efforts show success as the paper reaches Manatee the same afternoon it is published. A local note mentions contacting Manatee Meat Market for home delivery of fresh fish.
Dr. T. M. McDufee of Orlinda Tennessee, who visited Manatee months ago with his family, is expected to arrive early next week to establish a medical practice in Manatee.
The Manatee column notes a postponed speech and flag signals by Observer Broberg with plans to publish the speech next week. It reports W B Stephens buying the Manatee blacksmith works, F H Gross taking over the Manatee Meat Market, and Adams offering town lots and orange lands. It mentions a steam tug for river work and John Deere Texas Ranger plows at Adams.
The town council of Manatee imposes a ban on riding bicycles on sidewalks along Manatee Ave and in front of shops and hotels, including night riding without a bell or light. Violators face a first offense fine of 2.50 dollars, with fines doubling for each subsequent offense, per the mayor and town officials.
An advertisement from J J Pelot a real estate broker markets investment opportunities claiming 15 to 20 percent returns. The message urges readers to contact him to review his list and confirm the prices are reasonable.
Manatee county agent promotes Palmer Gasoline engines for stationary and marine use. Claiming one of the best engines on the market, he urges readers to see or write A. Jones in Bradenton.
A Denver man J C Clark reports years of severe winter coughs vanished after using Ballard’s Horehound Syrup. He claims he has not had a sick day since starting the remedy. Sold by J M Samuel.
The note asks who supplied fertilizer and states Standard Fertilizer Co. is represented by R M Glazier. It lists charcoal at 50 cents per sack and mentions Stebbins.
As the record goes to press the community mourns Henry Clark one of Manatee’s oldest and most respected residents. He endured cancer for months and his passing brings relief to his suffering. Grief and sympathy extend to the bereaved family.
Sare One fish boat six teen and three-quarter feet long. Apply to W Sullivan Manatee. Blacksmithing and wood work of all kinds done by expert workman. Bradentown Wagon and Machine Works.
A brief ad notes a historic figure’s vigor faded by illness and cites torpid liver as a cause. It touts Herbine as a regulator for the liver and health, with a testimonial from Mrs. Carrie Austin of Hollon Kansas stating she trusts the medicine. J M Samuel sells the product.
Classified line promotes a variety of firearms and ammunition with a promise of very low prices at Wiggins. It mentions guns, rifles, and shells and urges readers to buy.
Mrs Ora Bussard of Brubaker Illinois says her daughter recovered from a coughing spell resembling whooping cough after using Chamberlains Cough Remedy. She reports the child became stout and well. The advertisement notes the remedy is for sale by J M Samuel.
Notice states two lines to Tampa and enhanced service with long distance connections to Clearwater Dunedin Key Stone Park Largo Ozona Sutherland St. Petersburg Tarpon Springs River View and Port Tampa City. Also mentions Peninsular Telephone Co Lime and Cement at Adams.
Adams offers Armour's Fertilizers and a broad mix of chemistries including Whale oil soap Bluestone Surphur Tobacco dust Nitrate soda Caustic soda and other fertilizer chemicals.
The Manatee Meat Market advertises a steady supply of fresh fish available for customers. The notice highlights consistent stock and easy access for local shoppers seeking seafood.
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