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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1920
Page
8
A prospect you hope will occur remains unlikely as obstacles persist. The chance of fulfillment dims as factors align against the preferred result.
The Polish note to the League of Nations accuses Lithuania of allying with Soviet forces and occupying Polish territories. It states Lithuanian troops cooperated with Bolsheviks, attacked Sejny, and advanced on Augustowo, threatening war and justifying Poland’s right to military action to reclaim ground.
Jack Dempsey retained his heavyweight crown by KOing Billy Miske in the third round at Benton Harbor Michigan. The St Paul challenger was overwhelmed as Dempsey, known for crumpling Willard, hammered his guard and finished the bout with a decisive knockout.
Cargo values at Beaumont Texas climbed month to month with August shipments totaling over 6 million dollars. Figures from the customs collector’s office show the port moving more value than in prior months.
Governor Hobby has summoned a committee recently appointed to draft a public utilities bill for submission to the next regular legislative session. The meeting is set for September 13 in Austin, Texas.
Tommy Milton drove to victory in the 225 mile race Monday in Uniontown Pennsylvania with a time of 2 hours 20 minutes 24 seconds and an average speed of 96 mph. Jimmie Murphy finished second in 2 hours 21 minutes 27 seconds at 94.8 mph and Eddie Hearne placed third in 2 hours 24 minutes 34 seconds at 93.9 mph.
A new oil field is reported in the Appleby vicinity eight miles north of Nacogdoches Texas. A thirty barrel well has been brought in at a depth of 320 feet according to local reports.
Rollen J. Windrow state highway engineer reports 2155 miles of state highways under construction with just over 600 miles completed.
Texas items report the Northwest Texas District Fair will run in Plainview from September 27 to October 2. Other notes include Béxar County population at 202 096, a Dallas gas price of 75 cents per thousand feet starting September 15, and various bond approvals, appointments, and local events across the state.
The U S submarine S-5 sank nose down fifty five miles east of Cape Henlopen while on recruiting duty. Commander C M Cook led the crew with Lt J G Gresham Ensign J Bailey Longstaff and Gunner Robert Holt aboard. A General Goethals rescue, aided by a buoy telephone, air piping and stern hole crew, saved the entire crew after more than thirty six hours submerged with diminishing air.
A proverb from the Topeka Capital urges patience in courtship noting that a girl may not accept a proposal but will admire prudent judgment. The compact aphorism reflects social advice and gender norms of the era.
Texas railroads show operating revenue up 29.30 percent for five months ending May 31, while income from operation drops 96.29 percent. Total operating revenue reaches 86 218 055 with a 19 538 733 increase. operating expenses rise 35.98 percent to 86 093 258. The figures, released by the railroad commission, detail freight and passenger gains alongside the steep decline in income from operation.
County Attorney John W. Hornsby sues Hog Creek Central Oil Company for $5 000 claiming failure to report stock sold and unsold promotion money paid and oil and gas produced as required by law under article 7854. The suit targets the Texas state in Fifty third District Court in Austin.
Clarence Wharton, son of Maj Gen John A. Wharton, C S A, elected commander of the Albert Sidney Johnston Camp Sons of Confederate Veterans in Houston Texas to succeed the resigned William D Cleveland Jr. The vote occurred Thursday.
Houston report says Abrams No 1 Texas Company wonder well at West Columbia resumed flow Sunday after a pause, delivering 8000 barrels through the drill stem.
In Graham Texas a theft occurred at the Guarantee State Bank as a brass band performed nearby. Three men robbed the bank of $10,000 on Thursday.
A vintage advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a harmless vegetable remedy that starts the liver and eases ailments without griping. It claims the product is safe for children and cannot salivate, urging purchase at the druggist and a spoonful tonight. It also includes other ads and a brief, unrelated proverb.
Caryville Tennessee woman Mrs. Charles Rains credits Cardus with relief from long standing female disorders. She endured pain and insomnia until one bottle and a full course gave strength and restoration. She urges other sufferers to try Cardus and obtain it from their druggist.
The advertisement promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a pure non stimulant remedy for kidney liver and bladder troubles. It claims scientific herbal compounding and urges trying a sample by sending ten cents to Kilmer Co. with the paper mention.
Ad copy urges parents to check for the word California on syrup bottles to ensure a safe laxative for children. Claims fruity taste and full directions on each bottle. Includes a testimonial line about using the product and a cautionary note about wise use.
An old advertisement claims a few cents buys Danderine and after use hair shows no dandruff, stronger color, and thicker appearance with new life and vigor. The ad presents a sensational promise of improved hair health through topical application.
The remark suggests that in some communities the value of a man’s character is judged by his church affiliation rather than his actions. It reflects a view that religious belonging enhances reputational credit regardless of other virtuous conduct.
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