Bachmans Complete Remarkable 5000 Mile Auto Tour
Mr and Mrs T J Bachman finished a 5000 mile trip in a Franklin D car with no serious accidents. They toured seventeen states from Tampa to Duluth Chicago Detroit Buffalo Syracuse Albany New York Philadelphia Baltimore Washington Richmond Norfolk Raleigh Columbia Atlanta Macon and Jacksonville. The cross country run included a nine day Tampa to New York segment and their dog accompanied them.
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Toledo
Buffalo
Syracuse
Albany
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Philadelphia
Baltimore
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New York
Tampa
Florida orange packing blamed for market damage
An Orlando letter from Dr. Philips criticizes shipping green Florida oranges to northern markets. He warns green fruit ruins trust, lowers demand, and urges united action by growers and local papers to stop the practice before more cars are sent. He cites losses to state revenue and urges print-backed reform.
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Florida
Force to be Increased Another Company Fort Barracks Plan
A Bradenton man received a contract to lay seven or eight miles of cement walks as four large houses are under construction at the Egmont Key military reservation. Plans also call for new barracks to create a three company post, boosting force and boosting Tampa area supplies and spending. The post health is reported excellent.
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Tampa
H. W. Fuller
Bradentown
Deering Mowers and Rakes Offer Inexpensive Deals
J. Gates, IH Co agent, advertises 2 horse mowers and 63 ft self-dump rakes on easy terms with price hikes coming soon. He urges buyers to act now before increases of 4 and 2 dollars for mowers and rakes. Nearby note compares DeSoto County divisions to Florida counties and cites population. Also invites visitors to tour the plant and learn how Arte sian Sodas are made, emphasizing purity.
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J. Gates
International Harvester Co. Agt
That Tired Feeling and Liver Health Remedy Ad
A vintage medical ad notes languor signals liver trouble and promotes Herbine to relieve headaches rheumatism and nervous ailments. Testimonial from Hubbard of Temple Texas praises Herbine for chills and fever. 50c, sold by J M Samuel.
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Hubbard
Temple
Tex
J. M. Samuel
Stockton Named as Prospective Governorship Candidate
The Sumter County Times notes John N. C. Stockton appears set to run for governor. The paper withholds endorsement for U S Senate but expresses favorable view of his potential as governor.
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John N. C. Stockton
Times
U. S
Sumter County Times
Health in the Canal Zone and Electric Bitters
Ambition draws artisans to Panama Canal work but malaria fears deter. Electric Bitters touted as safety against malarious influence. Claims cure for blood poison, biliousness, weakness, and stomach liver kidney troubles. Guaranteed by J. M. Samuel at 50 cents.
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Panama Canal
J. M. Samuel
Orange growers urged united action to protect Florida belt
A letter from a Florida grove owner with nearly 200 acres urges orange growers to unite against a threat to the industry. He stresses careful harvesting and color quality before selling and calls for immediate action to safeguard the orange belt.
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Bearing Grove
Florida
Cotton Culture in Clay County Eyes Revival as Ginning Begins
The Clay County Times notes long staple cotton once thrived in the area, declined after gin closures, and now spurs talk of revival. W J Hall plans a Walkill gin to encourage local farmers to plant, projecting several thousand bales annually if markets rise.
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Clay County
Clay County Times
Bring on the Tourists in Live Oak
The Live Oak Democrat argues Florida benefits from Northen winter tourists. A new hotel will host winter guests who spend locally and help erase prejudices through mingling. The piece calls for welcoming visitors from the North in varnished car travel.
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Sirree
Punta Gorda
Florida
Live
For SALE—$35 New Sewing Machine
Advertisement offers a new sewing machine for 35 dollars in cash. Readable tone suggests contact through the Record office for purchase. Low price indicates bargain for buyers seeking a functional unit.
Tropical Sun Explains Key West Rail Extension Plans
The Tropical Sun asserts the Florida East Coast railway Key West extension will be completed. It cites labor economy by concentrating on the north end to Knight's Key, then resuming southward work. The revived Miami drawbridge project signals Flagler’s commitment and may delay south-end progress for years.
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Knight’s Key
Flagler
Key West
Miami
Bahia Honda
Florida citrus prices rise as markets stay strong
The Florida orange crop is projected at about 3,000,000 boxes with a price premium at grove and station levels. Groves fetch $1.50 a box on trees and $1.95 delivered, while grapefruit sits around $2.50 to 3. The market shows active competition among East and West buyers and high prices across apples, peaches and pears, signaling a bright outlook for Florida citrus but risk of overpricing if growers hold fruit too long.
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Florida
Apple
California
Ballard's Snow Liniment Praised by Tex. Household
An endorsement from T. H. Pointer of Hempstead Texas attests Ballard's Snow Liniment eases rheumatic pains and remains a staple in the household. Sold by J. M. Samuel. Wiggins' in town remains a hub for goods and services.
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Ballard
T. H. Pointer
Hempstead
Tex
J. M. Samuel
Lost and found notice for bilious attack cure at drug store
A notice states a bilious attack occurred between 9 30 p m yesterday and noon today and mentions finding a box of Dr Kings New Life Pills at J M Samuels drug store. The ad promotes the pills as guaranteed cure for biliousness malaria and jaundice priced 25 cents and ends with a Rye Ola prompt.
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J. M. Samuel’s
Dr. King
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