01 Mar 1907
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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1907
Page
1
A defender of local traders argues that supporting home merchants strengthens the town, keeps money local, and sustains schools churches and events. Catalog houses lure farmers with promises of savings, but locals lose value and control, while home shops offer timely goods and community support.
Conferees reached agreement on Texas amendments to the rivers and harbors bill but secrecy limits comment. Trinity river scope, two locks and dams proposed, Bolivar Channel funding kept, inner harbor increased to 200000, outer channel funds restricted, dredge plans remain discretionary with the War Secretary.
Editorial excerpts from the Vidette and the Houston Post extol east Texas women for practical skills in sewing, mending, cooking, and entertaining, noting Miss Myrtle Loggins as a charming editor who elevates such domestic arts. The pieces contrast urban glamour with the value of homemaking.
The French produce a paper linen so well crafted that it is nearly indistinguishable from damask. Surface feel tests fail to reveal the difference, and papier linge items closely resemble linen and are frequently used as substitutes.
In Beaumont Texas Hon Ira P Hildebrand a partner of T D Dobbs and railroads attorney criticizes a Texas Senate measure targeting free newspaper passes. He predicts passage by week end but likely court invalidation and calls the newspaper clause senseless and absurd. He argues passes involve value and should not be treated like official free passes.
A reader from Kosciusko Mississippi praises Hunt's Lightning Oil as a quick acting, highly effective liniment for both people and animals. The letter calls it a household necessity, noting excellent results on burns and fresh cuts.
Joshua Pisa of the Isthmus of Panama, a leading pearl merchant, visits Washington. He holds concessions from the Panama government granting a near monopoly on Pearl Islands oyster beds in the Pacific 75 miles from Panama City and ships his pearls mainly to Paris.
An advertisement claims deafness from inflamed Eustachian tube can be cured constitutionally. It asserts nine of ten cases stem from catarrh and offers $100 for any deafness case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Includes purchase note and circulars from F J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio.
A compilation covers Pettus military service and career milestones, a Bengal institute flea study with a crude oil emulsion formula for pest control, Ward’s Kidney Pills testimonials, and a broad sweep of Texas notices including conventions, real estate, cattle deals, accidents, and public officials changes across Fort Worth, Big Springs, Dallas, and other towns.
The United States Dispensatory descriptions of Peruna ingredients include hydrastis canadensis for chronic mucous membrane disorders and female-specific ailments, corydalis formosa as a tonic, cubebs as a stomachic and mucous membrane tonic, cedron seeds as a bitter tonic, and oil of copaiba as a mild stimulant and diuretic with actions on the stomach, kidneys, and genito-urinary tract.
Brandreth's Pills marketed as a blood purifier and laxative. The text claims they stimulate the blood via natural bodily outlets to purge morbid humors and cure diseases from impure blood. Suggested dose is one or two pills nightly with each pill containing solid extract of sarsaparilla and other herbs.
A vintage health claim notes Brandreth’s Pills as a long established blood purifier in use for over a hundred years and sold widely in plain or sugar coated forms. The language reflects era advertising style and broad distribution.
Republican congressmen debated cutting newspapers printing indecent Thaw trial details from the mails. Mr Littlefield of Maine praised the press for its power and privilege, saying its vigilant coverage keeps Congress in bounds and prevents excesses.
Mexia Texas postoffice has been completely overhauled with new furniture and the largest design combination boxes. Patrons praise the improvements as much needed and the town reports record postal receipts last year.
An 83-year-old child of Cabe Moore near Frost Texas was playing in the yard when clothing caught fire. The youngster sustained severe burns and was not expected to survive.
In Bello Texas a large barbecue drew about 300 attendees and marked the organization of Alpen Lodge, Sons of Hermann. Fifty Hermann Sons joined, with ten visitors from Cuero and nearby lodges.
Rain fell mainly south of San Marcos with a light shower in the city not sufficient to yield benefits.
Dr. Herbert Claiborne of New York famed for genius and looks suffers cold hands in winter. Only hot water fire or a hot potato warms his fingers as he marches along at five miles each frosty morning.
A brief reflection on courtesy as a heart quality that transcends refined etiquette and delicate training, suggesting genuine manners arise from inward gentleness rather than formal polish.
Sunday Evening promotes Elijah's Manna as a light easily digested corn based food. The product is rolled corn flakes toasted to a light brown and flavored with cream to tempt the appetite. Sold by grocers in pony and family sizes at 5 and 15 cents.
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