Living costs dip slightly in six months says Labor
The Department of Labor reports a small overall decline of about 1.5 percent in the cost of living from December 1925 to June 1926, ending a twelve year run of increases. Across 32 U.S. cities average costs rose 75 percent since December 1914 and 19 percent since June 1920, with past year up only 0.7 percent. House furnishings, fuel and light, clothing, housing, and food show the largest increases. Detroit leads in total rise since 1914 at about 85 percent, while Portland shows 54 percent. Scranton tops gains 1917 onward with 25 percent. Pittsburgh, St. Louis, and Cincinnati also rise notably.
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Department of Labor
United States
Detroit
Portland
Oregon
Scranton
Pittsburg
St Louis
Cincinnati
Notice of Validation of Reeves County Road District 1
Notice to property owners and interested parties that at the First Called Session of the Thirty-ninth Legislature in Austin on September 13 1926 a bill will be introduced to validate and approve all orders of the Reeves County Commissioners Court relating to Road District No 1. It covers organization, road bonds, and ad valorem taxes, declaring an emergency. Dated August 9 1926.
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State of
Texas
Austin
Reeves County
Said County
Commissioners Court
Commisioners Court
Validation Notice for Reeves County Road District No 2
A 1926 Reeves County Texas notice validates Road District No 2 actions and taxes. It confirms Commissioners Court authorization on all taxable property within the district and approves all orders as legal evidence of official action.
Validation of Reeves County Road District No 3 Established
Reeves County Texas proceeds to validate Road District No 3, confirming district authorization and approving and certifying copies thereof. The notice affirms the validity of the district, its governance, and related documents as required by law.
Lovey Mary Cast Uses Nearly Fifty Children
The Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer film Lovey Mary shown at the Rialto features almost fifty child actors supervised by teachers on set. Ages range from 9 months to 15, with Baby Freddie Cox as Baby Tommy and youths playing orphanage inmates. Director King Baggot favors directing children, saying results with kids satisfy him more than with adults.
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King Baggot
Metro-Goldwyn- Mayer
Rialto Theatre
Freddie Cox
Tommy
Fly Tox Tonight Promises Mosquito Free Sleep
A brief notice touts Fly Tox for a quiet night with undisturbed rest, claiming effective relief from mosquitos. It appeals to readers seeking a simple solution for insect-free slumber.
Pecos Mercantile Co. Comment on Fresh Meat Customer
A Pecos Mercantile Co statement argues that wearing the customers' comments would convert them into regular buyers, a claim reflecting store attitudes toward shopper feedback and loyalty.
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Pecos Mercantile Co
Bayer Aspirin Proved Safe and Affordable
Bayer aspirin proved safe with unbroken packages labeled Bayer. Handy boxes hold twelve tablets at a few cents, with druggists offering bottles of 24 and 100 tablets for convenient use.
Democratic Ballot Pledge for Runoff Primary August 28
PLEDGE: I am a Democrat and support the nominees. Governor candidates Miriam Ferguson of Bell County and Dan Moody of Williamson County. Attorney General candidates J W Allred of Wichita County and Claude Pollard of Harris County. State Treasurer candidates J R Ball of Fannin County and W G Hatcher of Dallas County. For Tax Assessor: Mrs T Y Moorhead and W A Hendricks. A facsimile of the ballot for the runoff primary on August 28.
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Miriam A. Ferguson
Bell County
Dan Moody
Williamson County
J. W. Allred
Whichita County
Claude Pollard
Harris County
J. R. Ball
Fannin County
W. G. Hatcher
Dallas County
Pecos Mercantile Ads Buy Your Chicken Crops
Pecos Mercantile Co Grocery Department advertises top prices for chickens and offers pickup service. Call to arrange collection.
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Pecos Mercantile Co
Safety First Insurance Slogan Promotes Neighbor Protection
A local insurance firm promotes safety with the slogan Safety First Should be your Slogan. It emphasizes personal protection as a responsibility to neighbors and offers fire, life, and accident coverage through E. L. Collings to safeguard families and loved ones.
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E. L. Collings
Piles Cured in Sixteen Days Claim Restful Sleep
A claimed remedy promises relief for piles within six to fourteen days after first use. The ad-style claim highlights quicker comfort and better sleep following application, aiming to attract readers seeking fast results.
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Financial Review
First National Bank
St. Louis
Bayer Aspirin
BAYER
T. Y. Moorhead
W. A. Hendricks
J. F. Kirschwink
Postoffice
Barney Hubbs
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