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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1918
Page
6
An old advertisement extols California Syrup of Figs as a universal laxative for children and adults. It describes symptoms of illness and recommends a teaspoonful for relief, claiming gentle cleansing without cramping and promising easy digestion and happier children.
A long haired dreary young man attempts to impress a charming practical girl aboard a moving cab. He asks if she ever longs for death in a cryptic tone, prompting her practical inquiry about the subject and potential consequences.
Promising skin treatment claims remove blemishes and freckles with guaranteed strength. The ad touts quick results and asserts even severe cases fade, urging readers to try the product for a flawless complexion.
Report from Bos ton Evening Transcript notes a clash described as bees from a hive scattering attackers and draining tire supplies. The item mentions Dravids and a quoted line about fires of thorns, reflecting a wartime dispatch with vivid imagery.
An advertisement touts Capudine as quick relief for headaches and a relief to the nervous system. It emphasizes a liquid pleasant taste and urges immediate use.
Report notes a first motorist from Waya being pulled in with others questioned. The Boston Tran script suggests confusion over police or rope involvement and seeks clarification of meaning.
Have a Clear Skin. Make Cuticura Soap your everyday toilet soap and assist now and then by touches of Cuticura Ointment to soften soothe and heal. For free samples address Cuticura Dept X Boston. At druggists and by mail. Soap 25 Ointment 25 and 50.
A diner recalls a former practice of bread and pickles with meals and notes the waiter’s terse comment that the old order changed. The remark frames a small change in service.
An old materia medica style ad claims Grove’s Tasteless Chill Tonic purifies and enriches the blood. It touts iron and quinine as key properties and says effects appear after the first doses though the text is garbled and price is unclear.
A vintage advertisement fragment touts Ra men Eye Balsam for eye strain and tired eyes. The copy promises relief by applying at night and uses bold branding to catch attention. The text showcases period marketing phrasing and a bold claim of soothing effects.
A playful exchange features a woman teasing a man about being a coward and the man replying humorously that he never drinks. The dialog captures social banter and characterization in a light moment.
President Wilson implores Congress to remain in session to enact new war tax laws, arguing extended taxes are essential to fund the war effort. He cites the need for early definiteness, warns against inflation, and stresses shared sacrifice in the national duty.
At a meeting of the Southwestern Hardwood Manufacturers Club in Houston a resolution was adopted urging immediate repeal of the zone postal law. The change would take effect July 1 and allegedly impose unfair hardship on trade journals and the hardwood trade. Members were urged to attend the national organization's June session.
Amsterdam reports two German ships will sail soon from the Dutch East Indies to Holland as Belgian relief ships. The vessels are placed at Holland’s disposal by the German government to replace two of the six Dutch ships torpedoed in the English Channel on February 22, 1917.
Governor Hobart approves Commissioner Jennings plan to station six representatives at El Paso Laredo Brownsville Del Rio and Eagle Pass to distribute Mexican laborers to Texas farms. A 1200 deficiency appropriation covers expenses. Campaign will educate laborers they will not be drafted and may return to Mexico after six months.
Rio Grande Conservation Association closed its session in McAllen Texas to form a permanent group. The aim is to unite to conserve storm and flood waters, create reservoirs for storage, and foster cross border cooperation to improve irrigation from El Paso to the river mouth.
Washington reports examination of Director General McAdoo's order to raise freight rates by 25 percent and passenger fares to 8 cents per mile, abolishing lower intrastate rates. Early indications show the average increase may exceed 25 percent with passenger rates to take effect June 10 and freight rates June 25.
Austin, Texas legislature enforces the 10 mile zone law restraining James A. Baker as receiver for the International and Great Northern Railroad from moving intoxicating liquor into prohibition zones amid claims cider liquor is being transported toward non liquor zones.
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