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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1910
Page
6
A local druggist turned millionaire asserts plans to make Louisianans wealthier through farming ventures. He pledges new investments and support for small farms aimed at boosting incomes across the state.
An interview with Brent Good, New York millionaire druggist, at the St Charles Hotel urges dividing Louisiana large plantations into small farms to populate the state and accelerate its wealth. he predicts Louisiana could rival the first states if resources are developed and farmers cultivate the land. The article also mentions a light ad for the Welkom Warmer, a heat device sold by mail for $1.09.
A Monroe Reader letter advocates Dean's Kidney Pills for back and urinary problems, citing William B. Whitmyer of Shreveport as a satisfied user. The piece also recounts Chicago area drug firm leaders and New Orleans figures discussing the 1904 exposition, construction trends, and canal plans, with references to business histories and travel between New Orleans and New York.
Mrs J Summers of Boon? South Bend Ind offers free to mothers her home cure for bed wetting, promising a successful treatment with full instructions. She asks for 100 money, writes today, and says the method can help children and adults with daytime or nighttime urine issues.
Mr Good and Mr Hillier urge merchants to mail circulars and personal letters to boost New Orleans bid for the exposition. They note California firms flood mail with booster ads for San Francisco and say New Orleans receives none. Good cites personal ties and belief in the expo’s value to city and state. Continued on Page 9.
The notice proclaims Our Big Cheap Sale is in full blast and highlights that price cuts exceed those advertised. It urges customers to call for price lists or visit the store for prompt attention, encouraging shoppers to follow the crowd to the store.
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