Newspaper advertising the lifeblood of local trade
William Simpson of the Philadelphia Bulletin argues that newspaper reading is universal and advertising reaches nearly all buyers daily. He asserts ads reduce selling costs, cover profitable markets, and build dealer goodwill by directing consumers to local retailers. Ads can start or stop quickly, meet sudden needs, and allow cost and result checks across markets.
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William Simpson
The
Philadelphia Bulletin
Debating Etiquette for Formal Dinners and Invitations
A reader asks Miss Flo about hostess etiquette for imperfect dishes and second helpings. The answer advises not apologizing profusely, avoid pressuring guests, and emphasizes discreetness. Invitations should go out ten days to two weeks ahead, issued in both spouses’ names, guests may begin eating when ready, and dining should last about ninety minutes, with seven to eight pm as the usual dinner time.
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Miss Flo
Mayes Cash Grocery Rush Orders Service
Maye's Cash Grocery advertises rush order service with special attention available all hours, promising quick fulfillment for requests.
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Maye’s Cash Grocery
Texas Fact Book and Social Etiquette Q&A
A digest of Texas highlights notes the state’s large chamber of commerce and strong farming output. It lists major manufactured products and newspaper counts, then answers social questions about serving etiquette and stationery use. A light remark ends with a jest about weighing stenographers.
Onion Color Emerges for Dress Goods as Strong Fabric
A new dye named Onion appears as a color option for dress fabrics. Reportedly, the material is strong and durable, suggesting suitability for garments requiring resilience and long wear.
Gibbs Makes Headway In His Campaign
Judge Gibbs pursues an active El Paso tour as he builds support for a civil appeals seat. The District Judge’s remark calls Gibbs the most thorough candidate, with friends and voters reached personally. Strength is anticipated both in El Paso and beyond.
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Chas
Gibbs
Chas. Gibbs
el Paso
Court of Civil Appeals
Balloon over garage sparks prank tale and a New Yorker misfortune
A crowd watches a balloon rise in a garage as boys plan to blow it up with a removed tire valve. A New Yorker is struck by the same car twice in one day, implying risks of careless driving and a wary future encounter with the motorist. The Pecos Enterprise lists $2.00 yearly.
Pecos Mercantile Ad Urges Fresh Meat Purchases
An ad from Pecos Mercantile Co promotes buying fresh meat, asserting it is essential for proper self care. The message emphasizes quality meat and cites Pecos Mercantile Co as the source.
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Pecos Mercantile Co
Missouri girl Radio capital in Down is Washington
A fragmented report notes Missouri connections with Radio and gas usage in capital discussions. The passage mentions Western Star, Washington as favored for GC meat, reflecting historical context and regional references.
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Down
Washington
Classified Ad Offer Promises Imediate Results
A terse classified notice touts rapid outcomes for an “Sr prise and get results immdiatelly” offer. It claims immediate benefits, urges quick contact, and presents no verifiable details or qualifications. The language emphasizes speed and simplicity, with limited safety or legitimacy indicators.
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Shawnee
Oklahoma
Paes
Edmund Goulding
Harry Millarde Production
Channing Pollock
Wee Ape
Ramon Navarro
Annapolis
Christy Cabanne
By Carey Wilson
P. McGrew
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Scandal
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Chamber of Commerce
United States
B. K
Indies
Flo
J. B
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Portland
Oregon
Philadelphia
Pompeo Coppini
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Pecos
Pecos Drug CO
O'Quinn Abstract & Title CO
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Odge Directory
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Leechaes
Roy Wilcox
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K. R. Ce
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Georg
Atton
Barstow
R. L. Parker
General Insurance Agency
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W. W. Deat
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E. G
Doty
Brocat’s Barber Shop
B. H
Tailor Ant
O’quiny
Fig
Pecos Guarmy
Naak A
Roy J. Bings
Syndicate Building
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J. G. Murrat
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Henry Grussell
First Nat'l Bank Bldg
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