Mulhall Exposures Stir Debate on Manufacturers Lobby
The June 30 1915 issue reports Col Martin M Mulhall’s disclosures linking the National Association of Manufacturers to campaign funds and influence over Congress. It notes impact on tariff and currency bills, calls for accountability, and highlights public reaction plus comments on local figures including Joe Andy By as a candidate and Worth Ray.
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Mulhall
Martin M. Mulhall
Washington
Congressional
National Association of Manufacturers
Wilson
Association of Manufacturers
South
A Lobby Power Behind Tariff Push Exposed
The piece describes a vast association with 4,000 members and 5,000,000 employees that allegedly shaped tariff policy and broader federal legislation. It claims the group sought not only to block tariff revision but to influence national law through a web of controlled lawmakers under Mulhall’s charges.
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Gabor
Wheat Insurance Offer for Denton County Stored Grains
W. T. Bailey & Co advertises insurance for wheat and other small grains stored anywhere in Denton county. Addresses contact by writing, calling, or visiting the office with old and new phone numbers 54 and 120.
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Denton
Wealth Distribution and Socialist View on Fortunes
J G Phelps Stokes argues that if industry wealth were fairly shared among producers, fortunes over 100000 would be rare. He dismisses claims that wealth comes from labor and thrift, and says private wealth accumulation will fade as the state safeguards wealth sources from unearned profits.
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J. G. Phelps Stokes
City builders urged to rise above selfishness and arrogance
A call stresses progress hinges on courage and unity. It urges sweeping aside those who bind progress with indifference, and asks citizens to let the strong advance construction on a broad foundation for a thriving city.
The shaved neck debate and barbers' raise
The Dallas News notes a 5e neck shave raise by Houston barbers and questions the hygiene claim. It discusses the neck as a fashionable feature, its tidy appearance, and warns against overdoing the shave, suggesting it invites nerve to spank it.
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Houston
Ana
Dallas News
From Another Viewpoint and Sharp Witted Exchanges
The piece contrasts married life with borrowing knives for pencil sharpening. John Jacob recalls a witty remark to a summer girl about her bathing suit being becoming, noting it could come off if she wasn’t careful. It also comments that the root of all evil lies in the contrast between a statesman and a politician.
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John Jacob
Graphic Death of Stonewall Jackson Told in Novel The Long Roll
Mary Johnson, novelist, recounts Stonewall Jackson’s death after Chancellorsville in 1863. The narrative follows his wounding by friendly fire, amputation, and final hours at Gurney’s Station, ending with his calm farewell to his wife and troops. The piece blends battlefield detail with poetic reflections on his final moments.
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Brother Robinson
Waco Times-Herald
Mary Johnson
Gen
Jackson
Stonewall Jackson
Lee
Chancellorsville
May Johnston
A. P. Hill
Hill
General Hill
Dowdail’s
Gurney
Chandler
Pelham
Anna
Jim
Cure Eczema Fast with Dr Hobson Eezema Ointment
Unsightly face spots and itching are treated with Dr Hobson Eezema Ointment. The ad promises instant relief and healing beginning the moment it is applied. It notes doctors use and recommend the product and includes a testimonial from Alleman of Littletown Pa. Guaranteed relief or money refunded. 50 cents. Pfeiffer Chemical Co. Philadelphia and St Louis.
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Hobson
Pfeiffer Chemical Co
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Sells Fruit by L. D Smith
Notice offers watermelons and a possible supply of peaches and plums. Caller can phone or visit. old phone listed as 4741. Old-fashioned fruit seller L. D Smith advertises fruit sales.
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L. D Smith
Notice on utility rents due by the 140th of the month
All water, light and power rents are now due and must be paid by the 140th of the month per City Council rules. W. J. Grady, Superintendent. A business is known not by what it sells but by what it delivers. Try us Turner Bros.
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W. J. Grady
Turner Bros
Denton Endorsement for Deans Kidney Pills Promises Trust
A Denton citizen J R Dobbs testifies after years of kidney trouble. He used Deans Kidney Pills from J F Raley & Co. Drug Store and reports improvement after two boxes. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Deans. Ad.
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Denton
J R. Dobbs
S. Elm St
Texas
Dean
J. F. Raley & Co
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo New York
United States
July Clearing Sales in Millinery at Mrs Joza Dickson's
The Denton paper advertises July clearance of millinery at Mrs Joza Dickson's with Wilson-Hann Co, inviting patrons to the oldest grocery store in Denton. It notes fresh vegetables at the store and a long history of serving Denton families for over thirty years, with contact via Phones 86 and 44 Long & King.
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Long & King
Joza Dickson
Wilson-Hann Co
Denton
Paschall’s
Millinery Styles At Mrs Dickson's Upstairs Wil son Hann Co
Spring and summer millinery styles showcased at Mrs Dickson's store upstairs in the Wilson Hann Company building. The display features hats and headpieces for warmer seasons, with a focus on fashionable silhouettes and decorative trims.
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the Record and Chronicle
Record and Ochronicle Company
C. Edwards
R. J. Edwards
Dally
Congress
Weekly Record
Chronicle
Record and Chronicle
Mulhail
Andy Byas
Worth Ray
Denton County
Lane
Hiray
Harve Nelson
Greenville
Wheat Insurance
W. T. Bailey & GO
Dowdall
Hooker
Wilbourne
Signal Corps
Chancellor House
Chanellorsville Ridge
North Carolina
Serrel
Morrison—Leigh
Doctor McGuire
Uneeda
Story
Chick
Daddy
Jack
Evelin
Ben
Denton Steam Laundry Company
Hickory St
Bois D’arc
T. C
Lewisville Woodman Hall
Aubrey Woodman Hall
Denton Princess Theater
Fowlerton
la Salle County
Fort Worth
M. K
J. H. McAnear
Alston Avenue
T. C. Sample
Denton Tailoring Co
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