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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1919
Page
2
An old advertisement extols Richards Kidney Pills as a kidney and bladder remedy. It describes symptoms signaling trouble and urges prompt action before incurable damage, claiming diuretics and renal medicines soothe and heal. The ad notes price 75 cents per box and credits A B Richards Medicine Co of Sherman Texas.
John H. Everett awakened by a Washington telegram claiming he was killed in action in France. He doubted the news and realized he has never been in France, never worn a military uniform, and was never drafted. The piece notes he is within draft age but never called for service.
An advertisement praises Tetterine for clearing blotches and itchy patches to give a bright complexion. It claims even severe eczema yields to the treatment and notes availability from Shuptrine Co. of Savannah, Ga., for 50 cents through druggists or mail.
A witty remark on honesty and pretense about pretending to sleep at night to force a spouse to answer the phone. Exchange-style observation notes human cunning and marital dynamics with a dry, humorous tone.
In a quirky cross dialogue a military man questions why the line isn’t at attention while a telephone girl jokingly says the line is busy during the parade. The fragment hints at a lighthearted street scene with two characters.
A Texas Probation Officers' Association meeting in Gatesville urged lawmakers to create an additional delinquent girls training school with 500 capacity and a separate facility for Black girls near the white girls’ campus. The group also backed a committee to seek extended facilities for orphans dependents and the feeble minded, with C. E. King reappointed to oversee Gatesville’s Juvenile Training School. In San Antonio a national association elected officers, and in Washington aviation camps face likely closures with only a few kept open including Kelly Field. Love and Ellington likely retained, as Congress considers reorganization of the air service.
President Wilson asks Congress for $100 million to feed liberated populations in Austria, Turkey, Poland, and Western Russia unable to fund aid. Secretary Glass delivered the request after talks with House leaders, with Hoover directing an international body to supervise shipments worth $1.5 billion planned over seven months.
A terrible blast in Pittsburg Pennsylvania killed between fifteen and twenty people, mostly women and girls, and injured more than twenty others at a film exchange building on Tuesday.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday declared the federal migratory bird law of 1913 invalid, dismissing the government's motion after an Arkansas federal district court ruled the statute unconstitutional. The ruling ends federal authority to establish closed seasons for migratory birds moving across state lines.
Texas State Fire Marshal Wallace Inglish launches a rural fire prevention campaign. He cites 4 million dollars of annual farm and ranch losses out of 16 million statewide, arguing 75 percent of rural fire damage is preventable and urging cooperation among state agencies and insurance bodies.
District Judge George Calhoun granted a temporary injunction in Austin restraining EB A McDougle and F Garvey from operating a Humble saloon in Harris County. The petition alleges McDougle has run a saloon since Dec 24 1918 in violation of the statewide prohibition act.
A cable from France to the war department reports that the 61st Field Artillery Brigade of the 36th Division with 199 officers and 4623 men and the 111th Ammunition Train with 33 officers and 1220 men are placed on priorities. Texas and Oklahoma National Guard units known as the 181st 132d and 133d Field Artillery regiments and the ammunition train should sail for the United States within six weeks.
Col Theodore Roosevelt dies at Oyster Bay after a long illness. He led as president and reformer, served as explorer author and soldier, and shaped U S policy from Rough Riders to world statesman.
The article traces influenza back to 1178 with confirmed identifications from 1510 onward. It notes repeated outbreaks in the 16th to 19th centuries, describes the origin of the word influenza, and recalls belief in supernatural causes before germ theory emerged and modern treatments advanced.
An old advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as instant relief for upset stomachs and indigestion. The copy claims tablets end pains, sourness, gas, and acidity quickly and inexpensively at any drug store.
A farmer recalls Si Hubbard claiming he extracted a heavy amount of work from his hired man during a past job. The hired man concedes Hubbard did indeed get a lot of effort from him.
Provides a $100 reward claim for catarrh cure by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. Describes internal use, blood action on mucous surfaces, and improved health as how it works. Offers testimonials and free literature, with J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio listed as makers.
A Birmingham Age-Herald passage notes Godspur as a well informed man with a remarkable memory. He can correctly name every title Wilhelm left behind as he headed for Holland, illustrating his detailed recall of minor particulars.
The Birmingham Age-Herald notes the old fashioned tragedian who bellowed and thumped his chest, a performer known for profuse perspiration and stage presence. Critics call the style dated yet acknowledge the no quitter spirit.
An advertised remedy claims to quickly relieve acid stomach heartburn and nausea with Wright's action Vegetable Pills. The ad invites readers to send for a trial box at 372 Pearl Street New York while a chiding kitchen police anecdote illustrates kitchen cleanliness.
An advertisement urges shoppers to add Cuticura Talcum to toilet requisites. It highlights an exquisitely scented powder for face skin baby and dusting, touts the Cuticura trio Soap Ointment and Talcum, and notes 26 cents each everywhere.
A dialogue from the Boston Evening Transcript shows a judge asking about the charges against two prisoners described as coffers who fight over a stroke. The policeman mentions sending for the court interpreter as the case proceeds.
Quick relief for toothache with Vacher-Balm advertised as harmless. Sold in jars or tubes for 25 cents. Manufactured by E. W. Vacher, Inc. of New Orleans, Louisiana.
The speaker asks to join a group and to see Mr Womb soon. They mention Mr Womb being busy yet entertaining a crowd with funny stories. The request hinges on access to the audience and the familiar social circle. The exchange shows curiosity and inclusivity within the group dynamic.
A Grand Rapids Press reflection notes it might be all for the best that the war ended for elderly registrants. It laments possible returns with injuries and mentions wives rebuking ill advised remarks at a company dinner.
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