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Newspaper
Sarasota Times
Location
Sarasota, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1917
Page
12
A columnist recalls press ethics and ad spending, noting Florida editors spoiled him by paying for what he got. He admits the fault but refuses to fund advertising, while the rest adhere to their principles and gently correct him. The piece highlights the tension between journalistic integrity and business costs.
Laurel residents report festive gatherings and small community exchanges. A five-hen transfer shifts poultry ownership to a Laurel scrub farm, while citrus price expectations rise for January. Local travel includes visits to Arcadia and Bradenton, with church holiday entertainment featuring a Santa scene and a Red Cross talk by Dr. Albee.
The Sunday school plans Christmas entertainment. Miss Irma Higgins is named assistant county agent for Hillsborough. Mrs. Tidka and son visit the hotel to tend a grave before heading north. Rev. Hendry taught in public school and led evening meetings last week. A. W. Stockett and D. R. McQuarrie attended Palmetto County Board of Trade. Lois Bond and Jewel Jackson plan to attend a Daytona teachers meeting. Mrs. J. H. MacKintosh and Edith MacKintosh spend Christmas in Tampa. D. R. McQuarrie and wife travel by auto to Gainesville for Christmas with his parents.
A reader comments on the rapid pace of house building observed daily at the site. The efficiency impresses locals and underscores swift development progress.
Prominent physician Dr William Brady criticizes calomel calling it crude and unnecessary and notes its weak liver effect. He favors purely vegetable cathartics such as Martins Liver Medicine, sold by druggists, backed by a 5 cent bottle refund if not satisfied.
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