Manatee County Commissioners Meet in 1906 Session
Minutes of the Manatee county board meeting held October 15 1906 at Braden Town Florida list attendees including J B Wyatt chair and officers elected for the November 6 1906 election. Accounts examined and warrants ordered totaling 270 60 for numerous district officers and county commissioners. The board adjourned to meet October 17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of County Commissioners
Manatee County
Florida
Bradentown
J. B. Wyatt
M. A. Davis
W. M. Baxter
H. V. Whitaker
A. F. Hull
M. H. Wyatt
Robt. H. Roesch
State of Florida
Devoe Paint Appeals From North Carolina to Florida
A letter discusses paint performance with Devoe products. It cites Edwards & Broughton of Raleigh painting a house with Devoe after prior use of paste paint, a Florida mayor praising Devoe whiteness, and other Texas and Manatee County American traders endorsing and selling the brand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Edwards
Edwards & Broughton
Raleigh
N. C
Devoe
W. W. Carroll
Monticello
Florida
Jones & Rodgers
Pratt
Merkel
Texas
Franklin quote prompts life insurance talk prompt
Franklin quote invites reflection on asking questions and seeking knowledge about life insurance. Geo C Patten, agent for Penn Mutual, offers to discuss options and clarify uncertainties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin
Geo. C. Patten, Agt
Penn. Mutual
Legal Matters Fill Paper Weekly Notice
A newspaper notes a heavy run in legal matters will reduce reading matter this week. The note asks readers to bear with the delay, promising more content after the period ends.
Standard Fertilizer Praised by Local Agent
R M Glazier, an agent for Manantee, hails Standard Fertilizer as unmatched and superior in quality. The note asserts there is none better, emphasizing strong endorsement from a local representative.
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R. M. Glazier
Dr King's New Discovery Cures Coughs and Lung Ailments
A Backy merchant J W Williams recalls severe lung hemorrhages twenty years ago and credits Dr King's New Discovery with his recovery. The ad claims it cures hemorrhages chronic coughs settled colds and bronchitis and calls it the only known cure for weak lungs. J M Samuel druggist guarantees every bottle with prices of 50c and 1.00 and offers a free trial bottle.
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J. W. Williams
Backy
Dr. King
J. M. Samuel
Local Market Ad Offers Fresh Fish Doorstep Delivery
A. J. Adams advertises wire netting in all mesh widths and sizes and promotes Manatee Meat Market fish delivery service with fresh fish brought directly to customers' doors.
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A. J. Adams
Ballard Snow Liniment Advertises Nationwide
An old advert claims Ballards Snow Liniment is the best liniment in the world for rheumatism sprains burns cuts and more. A resident of Rodesse Louisiana praises its use for sore chest headaches and corns, with sales through J M Samuels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austerlitz
Ballard
Pitts
Rodesse
J. M. Samuels
Adams Sells White Lead and Oils for Orange Spraying
Advertisement notes White lead Limseéd Oil Mow ing machine oil Harness oil Axle oil Fish oil Rosin and Sulphur for spraying orange trees and states Always on hand at Adams.
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Adams
Fresh groceries arrive with free delivery offer
Full line of fresh groceries just received with a free delivery option. Contact Connell at phone 40 for ordering and details.
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Connell
Moon Inhabited Debate Sparks Bold Claims
An old item argues science proves lunar atmosphere allows life, though not for humans. The text touts Bittere as a universal tonic promising sleep and relief from ailments, guaranteed by J. M. Samuel, druggist, at 50c, and advertises shotgun ammunition at Stebbins' New Store.
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J. M. Samuel Druggist
Wiggins Offers Finest Teas Coffees Cheeses and Butter
Wiggins showcases top quality teas and coffees along with select cheeses and butter. The shop emphasizes curated品 and traditional preparation, inviting customers seeking premium pantry essentials.
Lucky Postmistress Praises Dr Kings New Life Pills
A Cary Maine postmistress named Mrs Alexander declares Dr Kings New Life Pills the best remedy she has tried for keeping the stomach liver and bowels in perfect order. The pills are painless purifiers that infuse new life and are guaranteed by J M Samuel druggist, price two cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Alexander
Cary, Me
Dr. Kings
Drainage Amendment Face-Off: Beneficiaries Pay Fair Tax
Trustees propose to tax only those in the drainage district who benefit from the plan. Opponents call for statewide funding to drain lands owned by large syndicates. The issue asks voters to support the district based plan.
Sick Headache Cured by Stomach and Liver Tablets
Sick headache stems from stomach disturbance and indigestion. Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets correct these disorders and may cure the attack if taken at first sign. Free samples offered. For sale by J M Samuel. Real estate notices promote ham land celery land bargains. Contact J J Pelot or Stebbins New Store for dried fruit supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
J. M. Samuel
J. J. Pelot
Connell's Presents Best Candy Assortment In Town
Connell's showcases a premier selection of fancy candies in town, highlighting variety, quality, and tempting confections for sweet tooths and gift givers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connell’s
Salve Claimed to Ease Eczema Tetter Torments
Claim of instant relief from intense itching and long lasting cures for eczema and tetter by Chamberlain's Salve. Sold by J. M. Samuel.
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Tetter
Eczema
Chamberlain
J. M. Samuel
Local ads and notices from Wiggins and Stebbins
Fragmentary copy lists items and prices including charcoal at 50 cents and a fertilizer inquiry referencing Standard Fertilizer Co. R. M. Glazier. It notes investment opportunities offering 15 to 20 percent and mentions J. J. Pelot as a real estate broker and a Famous National Biscuit Co. fruit cake for Thanksgiving at Stebbins' New Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.J. Pelot
Famous National Biscuit Co
Stebbins
Bradenton Wagon and Machine Works Merits Repair Service
Best fertilizers potash nitra soda etc at Wiggins New lot John Deere Texas Ranger plows and harrows at Adams All kinds of machine work from turning simple shafts to repairing complex engines Experts do the work Bradenton Wagon and Machine Works
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiggins
John Deer
Texas Ranger
Adams
Bradentown
Paint sale at Wiggins'
Local store Wiggins' advertises best paint at the lowest price in town, urging shoppers to visit for savings.
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Wiggins
Stebbins' New Store Debuts Fancy Crackers Line
A fresh line of fancy crackers arrives at Stebbins' New Store. Local shoppers report new textures and flavors drawing curious customers to the relaunch display featuring premium snack options.
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Stebbins
Fish Boat Lengths and Local Ground Meal Stocked
Sate states a one fish boat six teen and three quarter feet long. Application sought by W Sullivan of Manatee. Fresh water ground meal and grist always in stock at Connell's.
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W. Sullivan
Manatee
Connell’s
Steam Tug Available for River Work in Sate
One steam tug offered for river work. For further information contact Burnett Bros., Manatee.
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Burnett Bros
Manatee
Brown Wagon and Machine 8 Offers Blacksmithing and Wood Work
Local craftsman advertisement highlights expert blacksmithing and wood work services offered by Brown Wagon and Machine 8. Includes broad range of metal and timber projects for the community.
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Brown
Wanted An Ox That Will Plow State Price
Classified note from C. Gates seeking a plowing ox with stated price 8S.
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Gates Manatee
Notice of Appointment of Election Inspectors in Manatee Florida
At a October 15 1906 meeting of the Manatee County Board of Commissioners the following persons were appointed as inspectors and clerks for the November 6 1906 general election across multiple precincts Palmetto 1 Mitchellville 2 Dry Prairie 8 Miakka 4 Manatee 5 Bradenton 6 Sarasota 7 Sandy 8 Ellenton 9 Englewood 10 Oak Hill 11 Terra Ceia 12 Cortez 18 Venice 14 with named inspectors and clerks for each precinct and Rost Rost H Rorscu clerk.
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Board of County Commissioners
Manatee
Florida
Palmetto
G. E. Arnold
H. B. Curry
W. G Willis
R. M. Morgan
Mitchellville
E. M. Rye
T. A. Mitchell
E. Hall
L. L. Hine
Dry Prairie
A.M. McLeod
J. W. Taylor
D. C. Wingate
W. W. Johnson
J. H. Hall
J. H. Howell, Jr
W. L. Rawls
A. D. Allbritton
S. F. Perkins
W. A. Stebbins
E. Broberg
J. J. Pelot
Bradentown
Geo. B. Wallace
James H. Pettigrew
J. F
W. A. Halsey
Cortez
W Bratton
D. S. Fulford
J. R Jones
S CO Cobb
Venice
Charles Curry
W E Stephens
J W Daniels
Claude T Curry
Rost
H. Rorscu
Bargain Acreage with House in Manatee Town Area
Real estate broker J. J. Pelot offers over an acre of bearing trees with a house on another lot 106 by 188 feet. Located in the town of Manatee, the total package is priced at $1,800.
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Manatee
J. J. Pelot
Wagon and Buggy Line At Bradenton Works
Bradenton Wagon and Machine Works offers a full line of wagons and buggies with a complete stock. Customers can find a wide selection at reasonable prices and get exactly what they want.
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Bradentown
Canvass Schedule for Manatee County Candidates
Hon John A Graham Democratic nominee will address Manatee county citizens at multiple venues from Oct 22 to Nov 3. Events listed include Myakka, Sandy, Dry Prairie, Rye, Parrish, Gillette, Terra Ceia, Ellenton, Englewood, Bee Ridge, Sarasota, Cortez, Palmetto, Manatee, Bradenton with times 3 pm or 7:30 pm. Also notes on fertilizer supply, a cash register for sale, Yarbrough marriage, celery transplanting, and a call to reopen Central hotel.
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John A. Graham
Manatee County
Myakka — Wilson
Sandy
Dry Prairie
Myakka Head
Albritton
Rye—Browning’s
Parrish
Woodmans’ Hall
Gillette
Terra Ceia
Ellenton
Englewood
Bee Ridge
Gillispie
Sarasota
Cortez
Palmetto
Liberty Hall
Manatee—High School
Bradentown
Wind Mills Sell Cheap to Power City Water Works
A reader suggests skipping a city water works project and instead buying a Goodhue Wind Mill from G. A. Stebins of Manatee, offering inexpensive installation by phone 74.
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Goodhue
G. A. Stebbins
Manatee
Weather Record From Manatee Week Ending October 28 1906
Cooperative observations from Manatee show instrumental readings from Government standard instruments as recommended by the Weather Bureau chief. Data covers the week ending Oct 28 1906 and notes meteorological measurements by an undersigned observer.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
Manatee
Weather Bureau
Fresh fish home delivery and mill orders advertised
Very respectfully EMIL BROBERG, Cooperative Observer, promotes fresh fish delivery by Manatee Meat Market. Also offers orange clippers at Stebbins, orange lands for sale, rooms to let in Combs block, and a wind mill inquiry via Mrs. M. Combs. G A Stebbins.
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Emil Broberg
Cooperative Observer
Combs
Portland Cement Trader Receives Clean Bill of Health Goods
Carlond of Portland Cement and Stebbins announce receipt of Rex branded goods that passed pure food inspection with a clean sheet, signaling compliant merchandise entering the market.
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Stebbins
Rex
River outing yields little for five local sportsmen
Dr. J. E. Peacock, J. Oliver Curry, R. J. Stevens, K. W. Wiggins and R. T. Thomas spent a day or two up the river this week fishing and hunting. They had poor success.
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J. E. Peacock
J. Oliver Curry
R. J. Stevens
K. W. Wiggins
R. T. Thomas
Cigar Box Shortages Hit Lloyd Firm in Line Battle
Kk. P. Lloyd, a cigar manufacturer, faces a box supply crisis with boxes on order for more than sixty days and no delivery in sight. The dispute centers on securing packaging as production presses forward in the competitive line business.
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Kk. P. Lloyd
Prospects Bright as Tourists Flood Manatee Area
Tourists already pour into Manatee and vacant properties fill quickly as prospects rise for renting homes. Gilbert and Charlie Stebbins hunt doves and small game during a brief Miakka trip. no word on results. Mr. Johnson and Mr. Groves of West Virginia visit Manatee this week, impressed by the area and weighing future investment and potential residency.
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Gilbert
Charlie Stebbins
Johnson
Groves
West Virginia
Manatee
Nothing to Fear From Chamberlain Cough Remedy
An advertisement claims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is completely safe for children and highly effective against coughs, colds, and croup. It notes worldwide reputation and lists J. M. Samuel as the seller.
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Chamberlain
J. M. Samuel
Notice of Manatee County County Court Election 1906
Sheriff M H Wyatt announces an election on December 28 1906 at polling places in Manatee County to decide if a county court shall be established under Chapter 5566 Act of 1905. Qualified electors may vote on the county court question. Witnessed October 20 1906.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of County Commissioners
Manatee County
Florida
I. M.H. Wyatt
Manatee
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RM Morgan
Browning
Rawls
Boyd
Frank A
Walpole
C Stanscliff
Ellerbe
John Coker
Patten
Nichols
Halsey
F Brown
W Nettles, Jr
J B
Wyatt
Davis County
Baxter County
Whitaker
Hull
Wyatt Attendance
Gen’l Rev Fund
C. H. Davis
Devoe & Co
New York
R. M. Glazier Agent
Napoleon Bonaparte
Goen
Standard Fertilizer Co. R. M. Glazier
Armour’s Fertilizers
Land of the Manatee
National Cash Register
Tallent
T. W. Yarbrough
Central Hotel
Joe Gates
Broberg
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