Monopolies Threaten Irish Potatoes and... Huerta Image
A fragment discusses a looming monopoly on Irish potatoes as a luxury, condemns a dangerous disease and onename Huerta, and critiques a humanless image replacing a violent leader with a gorilla likeness. The tone is sharp and opinionated about economic control and public figures.
Battles in Mexico and city stakes stir public mood
The report notes escalating encrypted battles in Mexico with one hundred fifty men per side and upcoming contention over Chihashva. A Texas grand jury censures opiate trafficking and police neglect. A Shiner cloudburst floods streets before dawn, later giving way to cool sun. A reform wave sweeps the nation as a Waco daily proclaims an $83,000 capital, and political talk centers on the upcoming gubernatorial race and candidate choices.
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Mexico
Saaceea
Chihashva
Calveston
Pollice Department
Newspaper Ads Cut Cost of Living in Smart Buying
Reading the ads helps shoppers locate best prices and save money. The column urges adopting an ad reading habit to find value and stretch dollars across purchases.
Reduction in Clothing Schedule Affects Prices Says Experts
Experts warn that trimming the clothing schedule and wool cuts could reduce costs, potentially lowering prices on goods. The text notes sales and unnamed figures, with references to a Bryan and a broader financial impact.
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B. Bryan
Reform in Texas Prisons Inspired by Colorado Warden
The piece argues prison sentencing should focus on reform not revenge and cites Colorado Warden Tynan. It claims his approach benefits 1000 state convicts on public highways and suggests Texas could duplicate the results with similar methods and study.
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Texas
Tynan
Colorado
Lone Star
John D Rockefellers Start in Cleveland
The article recalls John D Rockefeller starting as an assistant bookkeeper in Cleveland earning four dollars a week. It notes his early frugality, church giving, and later wealth, highlighting his bold entry into oil, risking savings to seize opportunity. It emphasizes American opportunity for ambitious youth.
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John D. Rockefeller
Cleveland
Rockefeller
United States
Lestie’s Weekly
Ballard's Snow Liniment Promises Quick Pain Relief
Advert reads that BaLLARDs Snow Liniment eases rheumatism and swelling when well rubbed on the affected part. Claims great healing power and natural restoration. Priced 25c, 50c, and 1.00 per bottle. sold by Shiner Drug.
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Ballard
Shiner Drug
Reichs and Regal Parables of Industry and Power
The article laments a cycle of lavish political and industrial castles burdening citizens. It critiques leaders offering grand schemes for progress while lacking proven business success. It urges capable minds to guide present industrial affairs amid persistent calls for reform.
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Bavaria
Hallettsville and Gonzales News Notes From Texas Towns
Exchange gossip from Hallettsville about Thanksgiving closures and clerk unions. Reports of heavy rains flood Hallettsville streets and a cloudburst-like downpour with inches of rainfall registered. Yoakum club investigates a feather duster factory with S A Carnes & Son supplying feathers for a potential St Louis investor. Community schooling debate favors employing top teachers and reopening school at night for parents and children.
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Yoakum Commercial Club
Yoakum
Texas
S.A. Carnes & Son
South
St. Louis
Pepper Porvos Plaster Sold With Chest Remedy
Advertises Herene's Rep PEPPER Porvos PLASTER for the chest free with each bottle. Promoted by Shinet Drug Co. The copy intermingles promotional phrases about remedies and bundled offers.
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Herene
Shinet Drug Co
Sixteen-year-old girl gum chewing powers housework help
Eagle Lake Headlight notes a witty remark suggesting that if a sixteen year old girl saved the energy spent chewing gum she could contribute more to housework for her mother. The quip uses light humor to comment on energy use and domestic labor.
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Mother
Eagle Lake Headligh
Cotton ginned by Texas counties before November 1 1918
Record of ginned cotton by county lists DeWitt 50 288 bales Fayette cee bales Lavaca 85 848 bales Victoria 22 177 bales Wharton 18 231 bales Colorado 17 594 bales Conzales 43 820 bales. The figures reflect statewide cotton production during the period.
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Colorado County
Bales DeWitt County
Bales Fayette County
Cee Bales Conzales
Bales Lavaca
Bales Victoria County
Bales Wharton County
Bales
Woman Seeks Fast Relief From Severe Cold
A CauitokNta woman reports a severe cold settled on her lungs causing irritation and coughing. She credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for relief after the first night and full recovery within a week, per a testimonial from Marie Gerber of Sawselle California. Sold by all dealers.
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Chamberlain
Mise Marie Gerber
Sawselle
Cal
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