Vitalitas touted as universal Texas health aid by Wiley ads
An ad touts Vitalitas as a miracle health fluid, claiming cures for impotence and chronic ailments while promising health boosts for healthy adults. It urges readers to view samples at Wagner's Drug Store in Texas and ties the product to favorable regional conditions. The piece also includes farmer testimony about wind and crop yields, noting minimal reported property damage and optimistic rain impact.
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Texas
Wagner's Drug Store
East
Houston Street
Rains Drench Texas State Wide With More Forecast
Heavy downpours drenched the state from Amarillo to Houston and Fort Worth, with four days of rain in Central and North Texas. Farmers report mixed crop prospects as cotton picking faced interruptions in several counties while the Panhandle and Staked Plains areas received soaking rain.
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Amarillo
Panhandle
Plains
Oklahoma
South Texas
Houston
San Angelo
Central
North Texas
Fort Worth
Vernon
Paris
Brady
Sherman
Waxahachie
Lockhart
Georgetown
Longview
Marshall
Stamford
Oklahoma cattle sent to Texas over Katy line
Superintendent O C Smith of the Missouri Kansas and Texas says Oklahoma, lacking water and grass, has been shipping cattle to Texas via the Katy. He reports bare ranges in parts of Oklahoma and notes the travel to Texas began recently.
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O. C. Smith
Missouri, Kansas & Texas
Denison
Oklahoma
Texas
Katy
Mr. Smith
Drought Ends as Heavy Rain Sweeps Brady County
In Brady Texas yesterday afternoon a heavy rain ended the regional drought, with rainfall spreading across the county and bringing relief to farms and waterways.
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Brady
Tex
Heavy Galveston Rain Sets 3-Year 24-Hour Mark
Rainfall measured 7.386 inches in 24 hours ending 7 am in Galveston. Streetcar service halted for an hour as water flooded streets. not a record, but the heaviest in over three years for a 24-hour period.
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Galveston
Tex
Rain Delays Cotton Harvest Across Travis County
A heavy downpour drenched Austin and surrounding Travis county late last night, with at least one inch of rain reported. Farmers bitterly note the weather harms the cotton crop now near harvest, delaying work and risking yield.
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Austin
Tex
Travis County
Lightning Strikes House Yet Woman Survives Bedstead Shield
In Stockdale Texas a severe electrical storm yesterday sent lightning through a house where Mrs Hayes Rankin lay on an iron bedstead. The bolt passed over the iron frame and she was covered by feather pillows, credited with preventing injury.
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Stockdale
Tex
Hayes Rankin
Heavy Rain Delays Fort Worth Road Work
In Fort Worth Texas on September 11 heavy rain began at dawn and continued, halting work on a million dollar road project in Tarrant County.
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Fort Worth
Tex
Tarrant County
Kendall County Fair Postponed Due To Wet Weather
The Kendall county fair at Boerne is postponed to September 19 and 20. The original program will be carried out then and railroad rates will remain low for travelers.
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Kendall County
Boerne
Drought Ends as Heavy Rains Fall Across Panhandle Region
Amarillo reports heavy general rains overnight ending a lengthy drought. The downpour saves millions for farmers and livestock operators, provides late feed across the Texas Panhandle and plains of eastern New Mexico and southwestern Oklahoma.
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Amarillo
Ter
Plains
Texas Panhandle
New Mexico
Oklahoma
River Flood Drenches Circleville After Texas Storm
The San Gabriel river surged in a historic rise reaching Circleville with a wall of water several feet deep. Driftwood and fallen trees filled the banks following a heavy rainstorm caused by a train traversing Liberty Hill country.
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Taylor
Tex
San Gabriel River
Circlevile
Liberty Hill Country
California Syrup of Figs touted as universal child laxative
A popular household remedy claims to cure crossness and illness in children by cleansing the stomach liver and bowels. Parents are urged to give a teaspoonful of California Syrup of Figs guiding dosage on the bottle and to beware of counterfeits while requesting the genuine product from druggists.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Zamacona in New York Amid US Mexico Negotiation Delays
Senor Zamacona, a supposed Huerta envoy, traveled to New York for talks on a possible loan while Washington waits to resume negotiations on a new basis. Officials warn no invitation will be extended unless Lind's terms are settled. Meanwhile Sonora Governor Maytorena imposes new foreigner taxes and limits on property and goods.
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Washington
D. C
Manuel de “Amacona
Huerta
New York
Algara
Bryan
Zamacona
Wilson
Lind
United States
Senor Zamacona
John Lind
Mexico City
White House
Cornish
N. H
Senor Algara
State Department
Maytorena
Sonora
Dye
Nogales
Carranza Said to Seek Presidency via Emissary
Reports from Mexico City say Venustiano Carranza, governor of Coahuila and former provisional minister of war, sent an emissary to Provisional President Huerta proposing his candidacy. Ricardo Garza reportedly submitted Carranza proposals, with assurances Carranza would honor election results.
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Mexico City
Venustiano Carranza
Coahuila
Huerta
Ricardo Garza
National Palace
Carranza
Telegrams From Dr Urrutia Spark Independence Day Turmoil
On September 16 telegrams were sent by Dr Urrutia the minister of the interior. The charge O Shaughnessys action drew on rumors that in recent years have been current before Independence Day about anti foreign uprisings.
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Dr. Urrutia
Interior
Charge O'Shaughnessy
Carranza Carries 2000 Men Into Coahuila Frontier
Word from Constitutionalists says Governor Venustiano Carranza with about 2000 troops has entered Coahuila and plans to establish a provisional capital in Durango. Federal losses include looting near Muzquiz and at W. Broderick Cloete ranch as invaders flee east. A school-mandate for all children under 14 in Carranza controlled areas is announced with fines for parents idle in streets.
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Rio Grande
B. S. Wynter
Wynter
San Antonio
Carranza
Washington
Suarez Gamboa
Gamboa
Red Cross
Fredom
Eagle Pass
Jefe de Armas Calzada
Blanco Moves Southward on Victoria Tampico Threat
Washington dispatch reports Constitutionalist General Blanco advancing with heavy reinforcements toward Victoria and Tampico to launch a simultaneous attack, signaling a planned push into northern coastal areas.
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Blanco
Washington, D. C
Victoria
Tampico
Epworth League Elects Officers at Government Hilletho Church
Epworth League of Government Hilletho Church elected officers for the coming year Tuesday night. Alex Folts named president, William L. Boone first vice president, Mrs H E Dickinson second vice president, H E Dickinson third vice president, Miss Charlotte Stiles fourth vice president, J Floyd Smith secretary, Miss Clara Cato treasurer, Miss Mollie M Boone Epworth Era agent, Miss Maud Torbert organist.
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Epworth League
Epworth League of Government
Hillethodist Church
Alex Folts
William L. Boone
H. E. Dickinson
Charlotte Stiles
Eurth
J. Floyd Smith
Clara Cato
Mollie M. Boone
Epworth Era
Maud Torbert
Terrell Ends Legislator Run With Gubernatorial Hopes
Austin Sept 11 Chester Terrell of Bexar County and former speaker of the Thirty third legislature says he will not seek re election to the legislature. He discusses gubernatorial ambitions but remains non committal on going to a different office after six years as a lawmaker.
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Terrell
Austin
Tex
Chester Terrell
Bexar County
Decatur Bank Granted Texas Charter
At a Texas banking board meeting the First State Bank of Decatur Wise county received a certificate of authority to operate in Texas. The guarantying bank lists capital stock at 50 000 and Gwynn Williams as president.
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Decatur Bank
Austin
Tex
State Banking Board
Texas
First State Bank of
Decatur
Wise County
Capital Stock
Gwynn Williams J
Circus Jack Gleason Dies in Denison Hotel
J. W. Gleason known as Circus Jack, a printer of the old school with coast to coast renown, was found dead in a Denison hotel this morning. His last job was in Bennington, Oklahoma.
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Gleason
Denison
Tex
J. W. Gleason
Circus Jack
Bennington
Okla
Nickel Plate Shops Destroyed in Chicago Blaze
Flames swept the Nickel Plate railroad shops in Chicago destroying facilities and causing an estimated loss of 500000 dollars yesterday. Fire crews battled the blaze as authorities investigated the cause.
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Chicago
Nickel Plate Railroad
King George to Sponsor Heir to Roxburghe Dukedom
London reports King George will sponsor the heir to the Roxburghe dukedom. The ace is Miss May Goelet of Newark, New Jersey, tying a high society alliance to the dukedom.
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King George
London
Roxburghe
May Goelet
Newark
Methodist Men to Meet in Indianapolis Convention
More than 1000 men have registered for the national convention of Methodist men to be held in Indianapolis from October 28 to 31. Fred B. Fisher of New York announced the temporary reservation of 1000 registrations for Indiana men, expecting about 3000 ministers and laymen to attend.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Methodist Men
Fred B. Fisher
New York
Laymen’s Missionary Movement
Indiana
Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder troubles
Advertisement for Texas Wonder tonic promising cures for kidney and bladder ailments including gravel diabetes and rheumatism. Claims relief for men women and children with a two month supply priced at $1 mailed if not available locally.
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Texas Wonder
Texas
EB. W. Hall
Olive
St. Louis
Gaynor Dies on Ship on Way to Europe
The article recalls Judge and Mayor William S. Gaynor who died aboard a ship bound for Europe after a career as New York Supreme Court justice and mayor. It notes his 1893 election, 1907 reelect, 1909 mayoral win, and his public letters and independence from party leaders.
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Gaynor
Baltimore
Death of Mayor William J. Gaynor Reported Aboard Baltic
News of William J. Gaynor mayor of New York dying at sea aboard the Baltic reached White Star Line offices in London by wireless message. Captain Rawson said the body was being brought to Liverpool.
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Liverpool
London
William J. Gaynor
New York
Baltic
White Star Line
Ranson
Rawson
Doughty Speaks at Bexar County Teachers Institute
Prof W F Doughty state superintendent of instruction was principal speaker at the Bexar County Teachers Institute gathering at Alamo Heights school. He praised local schools and public interest in education. a short talk by Carlos Bee followed. County officials and many teachers attended. juvenile band selections and a Lundeen solo highlighted the program. Doughty travels to Houston for Harris Conn Institute after the event.
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W. F. Doughty
Bexar County
Teachers’ Institute
Alamo Heights
Lundeen
Doughty
Houston
Harris Conn Institute
Miss Smith
Farmers Get Higher Prices for Products
The Department of Agriculture reports that on September 1 prices paid to farmers for many products were higher than a year earlier. Notable increases include potatoes, butter, chicken, eggs, oats, barley, cotton, and hay, while corn and flax showed declines. Meat prices also rose for hogs, beeves, veal, and sheep, with lambs down. horses and milk cows posted gains.
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Washington, D. C
Department of Agriculture
Frozen eggs approved by U S bureau of chemistry
The United States Bureau of Chemistry endorses frozen fresh eggs as wholesome food after extensive experiments. Eggs can be broken canned and frozen without flavor loss or deterioration. Two rules are set: beware of bad eggs and keep them frozen. Experts say frozen eggs could become popular with bakers and large users.
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Washington, D. C
United States Bureau of Chemistry
Army re enlistment policy for minor offenders announced
Secretary Garrison allows re enlistment of minor offenders at term end. About 600 men at Fort Leavenworth discipline barracks may re enlist, with 200 parolees outside. Policy aligns with new army disciplinary system, expecting 80 percent reenlistment at Leavenworth and similar outcomes at San Francisco and Governor's Island.
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Washington, D. C
Garrison
Army
Score
War Department
Fort Leavenworth
Kan
San Francisco
Governor's Island
N. Y
Diggs Case Resumed in San Francisco Trial
Federal case returns to court with Marsha Warrington testifying again as a main witness in the Diggs Harris conspiracy to suborn jury trial. Nellie Barton also testifies as prosecutors seek to show attempts to influence Warrington to color her testimony. Government aims to wrap up its case before adjournment.
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San Francisco
Marsha Warrington
Maury I. Diggs
F. Drew Caminetti
Diggs
Charles B. Harris
Sacramento
Nellie Barton
Warrington
Harris
Miss Barton
Miss Warrington
Reno
Fox Confirmed as Sacramento Postmaster in Senate Vote
Thomas Fox was confirmed last night by the Senate as postmaster at Sacramento California. The vote was 37 to 11. A stray French line mentions a veteran wearing a military insignia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fox
Washington, D. C
Thomas Fox
Senate
Sacramento
Cal
Texas May Get Convention
Georgetown resident Lee J. Rountree on behalf of the National Education Association seeks the 1914 convention for Texas. Indications favor Texas with Houston Richmond New York New Orleans Chicago and others vying for the event. An executive council vote in October will select the site.
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Georgetown
Tex
Lee J. Rountree
National Educational Association
Association
Texas
Houston
Richmond
New York
New Orleans
Chicago
Four Bacon paintings found in Berkeley plumber’s home
Henry Bacon works long thought lost are discovered in Gustav Thaler’s residence. Thaler bought the pieces years ago from an auctioneer who warned him to take the lot. The paintings, offered for 800 dollars, may go to a Bacon exhibition in New York.
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Berkeley
Cal
Henry Bacon
Gustav Thaler
Thaler
Bacon
New York
Woman Faces Jail Term For Manslaughter Verdict
Corry Pennsylvania Sept 11 Mrs Fheeba Wright 75 and Miss Pearl Kelly 22 convicted of manslaughter in the June shooting death of Frank Lynch. Lynch was found shot in the yard behind Wrights home. Defense claimed the shooting was accidental.
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Corry
Fheeba Wright
Corpus Schools Open Monday in Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi public schools open Monday for a term expected to draw the largest attendance. Three new ward brick buildings costing 37000 will add 700 seats. A faculty of five principals and fifty teachers is set, with M Gerner as new city superintendent succeeding C W Crossley who led for 25 years.
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Corpus
Corpus Christi
Tex
Ward
M. Menger
C. W. Crossley
Dodds Sell Pleasanton Rd Home to Tallman for 6500
Dodds and wife sold their Pleasanton road residence within city limits to C. E. Tallman for cash 6500. The transaction was arranged by Frank Allen.
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Dodds
Pleasanton Road
C. E. Tallman
Frank Allen
Clarence Phillips found dead in Waco
Clarence R. Phillips 58 grand secretary of Texas Masonic bodies was found dead in a Masonic Temple toilet room in Waco at 7 30 am presumed stroke. A former McGregor mayor he left seven sons one daughter and siblings in Baltimore. Funeral planned in McGregor with an appointment to fill the vacancy by John L. Terrell of Dallas.
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Waco
Tex
Clarence R. Phillips
Grand Masonic Royal Arch
Texas
Grand Council
Masonic Temple
John Watson
Masonic Grand Lodge of Texas
Phillips
Blue Lodge
Grand Royal Arch
John A. Bryan
Cleburne
Grand Chapte
McGregor
McLennan County
Democratic Executive Committee
Mr. Phillips
Baltimore
John L. Terrell
Dallas
Pape's Diapepsin Promises Quick Relief for Stomach Ailments
An old advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a fast safe remedy for indigestion dyspepsia gas sour stomach and gastritis. It claims rapid relief within contact with the stomach and recommends a fifty cent case for home use.
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Pape
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