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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1906
Page
10
West Virginia official W. H. Kelbaugh endorses Pe-ru-Na describing it as an unequaled tonic. The ad cites cold and heat as depressants and urges readers to note testimonials about its effectiveness.
A user touts Perusia as a superior medicine and tonic. They claim it cured a stubborn cold and revived a run down system after trying other remedies and costly doctors. The testimonial emphasizes effectiveness and cost savings.
Mrs Clara Litterst of Seafield Indiana says she suffered a severe cold last fall. She started taking Peruna and gradually improved until she was able to resume her work.
A collection of quips and witticisms on love jealousy aging and manners from the Atchison Globe. The fragmentary observations touch on pride hair vanity jokes about peaches cherries and funeral remembrance reflecting light humor from a Kansas paper.
French explorer M Cambanaire went missing in Cambodia after separating from his party. He endured eight days alone in dense jungle, subsisting only on marsh water before rescue.
A Spanish coast wreck off Hormigas Island near Cape Palos sinks the Italian steamship Sirio with about 800 aboard. Three hundred emigrants, mostly Italians and Spaniards, drown amid panicked clashes for lifeboats. The captain killed himself after reporting 645 passengers and 127 crew. Lola Mineles reportedly among the dead.
Word reached Sherman Texas of a fatal accident in the family of D. Scott returning from a local picnic. A five year old girl fell under the wagon wheels and was crushed to death on Saturday night in the western part of the county.
Judge Matthews presided an inquest in Houston into the death of Mrs. Bob Boyd at 1911 Milam Street. The woman ingested carbolic acid in a personal crisis, according to a note indicating anxiety over her husband led to the act.
The week ended yesterday posted the warmest temperature since July 23 with 97 degrees in the shore and a low of 72 near midnight Saturday. Dry conditions persist with no rainfall since July 29, raising concerns that cotton may begin opening rapidly if dryness continues.
The Alvin Fruit and Truck Growers Association held its annual meeting Saturday evening to elect officers for the coming year. A D Griffith was chosen president with J W Carlisle as financial secretary and directors A Ri, Deltrick, B K Méhane, and Chris Peterson.
In Dallas Texas speakers pronounce No dickering regarding contest candidates. McMeans Finley and Buckner dismiss alliance theories as wild gossip. A crowd speculates Colquitt could be a future governor candidate and fears a backroom deal benefiting Campbell four years ahead.
One man was killed and two others injured when a fire destroyed the Gas Japet liquor store in Houston. Electrician W I Fletcher died in the initial explosion. another white man and a Black man were hurt by falling debris during evacuation. Fire crews battled the blaze about 5:00 to 6:30 PM. stock damage estimated at 100000 dollars with about 80000 dollars insured.
A six month old boy suffered widespread eczema with crusted lips eyes and itching. After three doctors failed a friend suggested Cuticura products. Within ten days to two weeks signs improved and in ten weeks the child was fully well. F Hohrath president of C L Hohrath Co notes the cure in South Bethlehem on June 5 1905.
The Texas state treasurer announced the last of 375000 dollars was received from the American National Bank. The bank collected funds from the government and paid them to Texas at no cost. The payment shifts general revenue to a cash basis for several weeks with 100000 dollars paid yesterday.
In Eagle Pass Texas the body of Manuel Martinez was recovered from the Rio Grande after he was reportedly knocked into the river by a dog he was playing with. Neighbors initially overlooked the incident as Mexican boys are known to swim.
About twenty five American machinists and other workers arrived in El Paso from Torreon Chihuahua and Aguas Clien tes after leaving Mexican Central shops due to a strike by the Mexican employer. They say they have had enough and will not return.
W L Foster, member of the executive committee of the Southern Cotton Association, reports that President Harvie Jordan has convened a committee meeting in Hot Springs Arkansas on September 6 7 and 8.
A fire at Watters Park near Austin damages a gin distillery. Local reports indicate an incendiary blaze caused significant destruction and about 3000 dollars in losses. Investigations underway with authorities assessing the scene northeast of Austin.
A humorous exchange pits Wigg questioning whether greatness is born or earned against Wagg who argues the subject thrusts himself into greatness. The quip-driven dialogue reflects a playful take on ambition and merit.
Mrs. E. E. Smith of Santa Barbara California writes requesting a bottle of Hunt's Lightning Oil describing it as the best rheumatic medicine she has used. She plans to order in quantity if they remain in California for another two years.
A steam yacht Rose Marine from England reports returning to Southampton after investigating Captain Mathews believes the project is strengthened. The search for pirates buried treasure on Cocos Island, in the Pacific, remains difficult and unresolved.
The piece argues Esperanto has followers but English dominates, having displaced French as the most useful tongue. It notes German railway workers must learn English, Antwerp schools promote it, Japan requires English for students, and suggests future tourists will travel easily abroad. It cites Britain India Australia Canada the US and Africa using English, implying limited hope for rivals.
An Illinois man credits Postum with ending lifelong indigestion and coffee related stomach and nerve irritation. He abandoned coffee after 30 years and felt improvements from day one, saying he now feels well. The testimonial concludes with a note to read The Road to Wellville.
Testimonial from A C Wal in Garden City Texas praises Ward's Kidney Pills from J L Ward Medicine Co Big Springs Texas for kidney and bladder relief after three years of pain. Ad offers 50 cent box for 10 cents with druggist name and guarantees cure featuring taming backache, diabetes relief, and stone removal.
The Milwaukee Sentinel comments that many people feel cheated unless they receive more than their money’s worth, reflecting public skepticism about value and fairness in consumer dealings.
Dialog shows Wige noting Bjones earned money and is haughty, Waggs adding he was a hotel clerk. The exchange suggests social snobbery tied to wealth, with color imagery of green and purple marking dye stains.
G W Farlowe of East Florence Alabama writes of seven years with an itchy skin disease. One application relieved him and one box cured him, with lasting relief after a year. The ad promotes Hunt's Cure as a guaranteed cure for all itching skin diseases, price 50 cents.
Three John Singer Sargent works surfaced at auction in recent years. A head of a girl in a red shawl sold for 750 at Christie’s. A portrait of Ellen Terry brought 6,000 and later 15,000. A half length portrait of a lady sold in 1903 for 685.
A lines of prose discuss transforming solid gold thoughts into many small pieces to appear poorer, attributed to Carmen Sylva.
A vintage ad for Mrs Winslow's Soot Syrup aimed at children teething. Claims to soften gums reduce inflammation ease pain and cure wind colic. Bottle price listed as 25 cents.
A concise remark noting that self awareness can hinder action as individuals dwell on their own image rather than acting.
A letter from Mrs. Sara Wilson of Ohio extols Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a cure for female weakness and related ailments. The testimonial notes relief from nervous symptoms, backache, and abdominal discomfort after five bottles, highlighting the product's merit and broad appeal among women.
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