Plague Origins Traced From Yunnan to Hong Kong
The article traces the bubonic plague origin to Yunnan in southern China and follows its spread to Pakhoi Canton Hong Kong India, citing notes by J. M. Flint in the Johns Hopkins Hospital Bulletin. It describes sanitation conditions in crowded cities, the disease pattern, and historical mortality figures in Hong Kong. It also reports local notices about Emil Hillie’s San Antonio marriage and the death of Geo. Sanders’ father.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yunnan
China
Pakhoi
Koa-chao
West River
Canton
Hong Kong
J. M. Flint
Johns Hopkins Hospital Bulletin
Mr. Flint
India
Hooper
Galveston News
Emil Hillie
San Antonio
Emil
Bessie Trollinger
Hillie Cottage
Weimar Mercury
Heroic Struggle Continues Through Civil War Retreat
An account of regimental actions under Gen. Moore and Gen. Grant in Mississippi and Tennessee. Describes bridge destruction at Hatchie river, heavy losses, river crossing attempts, leadership changes in Captains and colonels, and skirmishes near Holy Springs and Grenada as Confederate forces retreat and forage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aspel Smith
Texas
Moore
Hatchie River
Wallis Legion
van Dorn
Holy Springs
Grenada
Sunset Central promotes Texas immigration literature drive
The Sunset Central Route in Houston asks Texas citizens to send names and addresses of relatives or friends abroad or in other states who may want information about Texas. Literature will cover agriculture and industry, seeking farmers fruit-growers tobacco raisers dairymen and health seekers while cautioning about idle youth and bad company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunset Central Lines
Texas
Houston
Old Country
Tom
Harry
Houston County
Montgomery County
Cherokee County
Leon County
Anderson County
Palestine
Rusk County
Walker County
Bexar County
San Antonio
Brazoria County
Harris County
Fort Bend
Trinity
Stam
American Cotton Trust Aims One Buyer Control Plan
An article by Geo. Byrne outlines the American Cotton Company scheme to establish round bale presses at gins, pay royalties, and control cotton pricing. It describes how a single buyer could dominate markets by press advocates, driving other gins out of business and fixing prices for future harvests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. Byrne
Waco
American Cotton Company
Searles
A Ministers Good Work And A Cure For Bilious Colic
A narrative touts Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a cure after two doses. The piece includes a neighbor's testimonial of quick relief and notes the product being for sale by Paul Breyman. Additional remarks touch on moral strength and a local newspaper editorial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
A. A. Power
Emporia
Kap
Paul Breyman
Siphoning Water From Wells Made Simple And Cheap
E. T. Baird notes a siphon based setup can supply well water when the ground allows a three foot difference. An inch galvanized pipe buried frost free with a stop and siphoning waste cock lets water be turned on and off and drains to prevent freezing. A six to eight foot high wall and timber cap yields a storage tank free from contamination. costs vary with distance, example: 18 feet well, 520 feet ditch, one inch pipe, total $54 including all hired work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. T. Baird
Orange
Baying New Farm Machinery
Farmers should plan ahead for new farm implements to harvest next season. Compare prices and the advantages of different brands to avoid overpaying and ensure the coin planter or reaper fits their needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fascon
Eamy
Seed quality in market sparking government probe
A field of seeds tested by the States department of agriculture shows many batches adulterated or failed to germinate. Orchard grass 53 percent bad, redtop clover 73 percent, crimson clover 98 percent bad, and some Hungarian chrome grass failed to germinate. The investigation aims to improve market quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul
States Department of Agrigye
Addr an University Catalogue Ad
Addr an University announces a catalogue ad promoting eight collegiate departments for both sexes. The notice highlights admission options and program diversity in a period voice.
Cafe car service highlights modern rail dining
Built on natural wood tone and restful design the cafe car service emphasizes clean linen prompt waiters and top quality market food. It uses Union Station at Fort Worth Pueblo Colorado Springs and Denver to educate passengers about scenic segments of Texas and Colorado while en route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Station
Fort Worth
Pueblo
Colorado Spring
Denver
Texas
Colorado
Pike’s Peak
All
A. A. Glisson
Chas. L. Hull
A. W. F. Sterley
The Semi-Weekly News Overview
The paper published on Tuesdays and Fridays spans eight pages with departments for farmers ladies and girls and boys plus a broad mix of general news illustrated features and world coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galveston
Dallas
Also Mentioned on This Page
Fayette County
Suka
Land and Immigration
Tatee
Express
Ladies’ Scissors
Razor
Daisy
The
Lion’s Bride
Gabriel Max
Chamisso
Dorothy and Her Friends
Por & Lion Heads
Fruit Picture
Naval
Lion
Game
Woolson Spice CO
Toledo
Ohio
American Cotton Trust
Round Base People
Eagle Lake Advertiser
Con
Havana
Morro Castle
Pittsburg
Wabash
Ind
Big Sugal
New England
Addran University
Rev
Buxton
Waco, Tex
D, J. Price, G. P
T. A
Palestine, Texas
Denver Road
St. Louis
Chicago
Kansas City
Eagle
Mayor Rose
Milwaukee
Mel Dora Tic
Cliffor Tl
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!