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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1910
Page
2
In a Philadelphia Times anecdote from the Trenton avenue and Dauphin street police station, Sergeant McCay recalls Old Pete Flood as cemetery attendant whose reply to inquiries about business was a bass response: "Aint buried a living soul today."
Benny writes on benevolence noting it brings reward. His mother finds old clothes for the poor and uncovers a gold headed cane valued at twenty five dollars hidden in the attic by grandpa eighteen years ago. The piece ends with a moral on gratitude and giving.
A humorous exchange notes a French inventor who claims to transform water into milk. The customer jokes about adopting the method to replace the traditional process, expressing weariness with the old way.
The list of Colquitt appointees includes many surprises and many positions yet to be filled. Notable gaps include railroad commissioner and state health posts, with several institutions and boards awaiting appointees. Incumbent Colonel R. M. Wynne is retained as superintendent of the Confederate Home.
In Lemans France a Sunday crash at a railroad crossing killed the countess de Nicolay, her son, and their chauffeur who were in an automobile struck by an express train. Gasoline ignited and set the front carriages ablaze.
The Chinese government opened negotiations for a new loan of 25 million dollars to fund navy expansion. The move follows a report by Prince Tsai Suan, uncle of the emperor, after his visit to America.
In Rome on Saturday Minister Francesco Tedso announced the 1909-10 net surplus at over 19 million lire. He estimated 1910-11 surplus at 94 million lire and 1911-12 at 51 million lire.
O J Koehler of Falls County bought about 150 acres near Floresville from Chas Baer for 6000 dollars, or 40 dollars per acre. The market shows many real estate deals and homeseekers have recently invested in Wilson County land.
In Perplexity a man boasts he can swallow a whole egg without cracking the shell. Michael Dolan confirms the wager with Widdy Castigan's second husband and explains that sudden movement could rupture the shell and harm him, while staying still risks an imagined hatch inside.
Leonard A. Hawter of 11 Nostrand Ave Brooklyn New York describes a long battle with a persistent skin disease. After trying many doctors he used Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills and says his condition improved dramatically. He notes relief from sleepless nights and walking difficulties and calls Cuticura a true cure.
An old time remedy claims rheumatism stems from inactive kidneys and uric acid in blood. A so called prescription uses Fluid Extract Dandelion half an ounce Compound Kargon one ounce Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla three ounces to be taken after meals and at night.
A Tennessee resident reports rapid relief from kidney and bladder pain after a trial bottle of Dr Kilmer Swamp Root. He later bought a full bottle and says pain has not returned since. The letter requests publication and notes availability at drug stores with prices of fifty cents and one dollar.
Mrs. O. H. P. Belmont asserts that women already do much governing and that men, if observant, admit it. An editor about to marry explains the prompt to propose to Miss Cash by saying Miss Dash prompted him more than anyone else.
The ad proclaims Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only known cure for catarrh, a constitutional disease, taken internally to affect blood and mucous surfaces. Proponents promise to pay $100 for any case it fails to cure and urge sending for testimonials from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio, with pills for constipation also advertised.
A terse exchange reveals Young Staylate received a delicate hint from a young lady he was visiting. She found glances at the clock and similar signals useless and instead ordered refreshments while her mother sent breakfast Food.
In twenty years as a nurse I have never found a better remedy for skin troubles and eczema than Resino Ointment. Its cooling healing effect on sore nipples is truly wonderful, says Mrs T B Henderson of Albany New York.
Tarsus in Asia Minor now uses electric power from the Cydnus river. The city has 450 electric street lights and about 600 incandescent lights for private use, marking a modernization of the ancient city.
The notice urges mothers to inspect every Castoria bottle for the signature Canary, FEAehiM, claiming the remedy for infants and children has been in use for over 300 years and is the kind you have always bought.
Seymour-Young Ticer is described as a cautious man who hesitates to pursue the prettiest girl until he learns how far away she lives. The passage centers on his careful approach and restraint.
Spohns Distemper Cure claimed to cure distemper in horses and prevent spread others in the stable, plus cures chicken cholera and dog distemper. Sold by druggists or direct from Spahn Medical Co Goshen Indiana, 50 cents and 1 dollar a bottle. Agents wanted, free book offered.
A harsh moral judgment declares a man more devoted to his pigs than his wife and children as the devil’s idea of an absent husband and father.
Thousands of country people trust Hamlins Wizard Oil as the best substitute for the family doctor in sudden mishap or accident. It is frequently kept on the shelf for quick relief and aid.
A Lowell quotation notes that fairy tales arise from the dreams of the less fortunate. The line links storytelling to social disparity and imagination.
A light commentary notes that a person is perceived as conceited, with remarks admitting his self-importance and apparent self-admiration.
Howard Bros. druggists of Buffalo N Y report Pettit's Eye Salve first box sold in 1807 marking a century of sales growth. The ad urges repentance as a habit to avoid cycles of vice.
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