Local Lumber Prices and Notices From Lavaca County
The piece notes wide lumber and material supplies at C. J. Willignes in Lavaca County, with construction work starting on additions to Wolters’ building in LaGrange. It mentions Elwood wire fences, a firemen celebration at Ganarter, and an announcement about Tabler’s Buckeye Pile Ointment for piles offered by druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lavaca County
C. J. Willignes
Matigr
LaGrange
Evertrist
Wolters’ Brun
Bryan and Stevenson Ticket Strengthens Democratic Slate
The Bryan and Stevenson ticket gains support as Stevenson is backed by Senator Hilland and a conservative bloc. Mevenson is praised across Democratic factions in the North and West, boosting the ticket's electoral college prospects to about 24 votes. San Antonio Express notes the potential VP nomination further strengthens the lineup.
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Bryan
Steverson
Senator Hilland
Mevenson
Ngwin
Tithand
San Antonio
Scott's Emulsion Promises Relief for Pimples and Lungs
Thin blood weak lungs and paleness described as present in both hot and cold weather. Scott's Emulsion is claimed to cure these conditions with a creamy tasting, pleasant formula suitable for summer and winter use.
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Scott
Lone Star Band Plays for Hochheim Celebration
The Lone Star Band performed music at Hochheim for the town celebration on the fourth. Bertha Bidet visits Flatonia after a week with Dr. and Mrs. Gray. Charley Nave returns to Shiner from time with friends in Moulton. J E Quebedeaux heads to Kansas City for the democratic convention. No Methodist preaching tomorrow due to Rev Perrin’s meeting at Sweet Home. Fred Jackson and C G Burke run a private telegraph line depot to post fire. Herman Tharr and wife return from Germany trip pleased. The Lone Star Band engaged to provide music for the Herman Sons Tenth...
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Lone Star
Hochheim
Misa Bertha Bidet
Mrs. Gray
Flatonia
Charley Nave
Shiner
Epen
Moulton
J. E. Quebedeaux
Nickel
Kansas City
Methodist Church
Perrin
Sweet Home
Fred Jackson
C. G. Burke
Herman Tharr
Germany
Lone Star Band
Herman Sons
Healers Highlight Herbine For Summer Ailments
When stomach liver and bowels fail to function properly blood becomes contaminated and the body weakens. Herbine is praised for curing summer ailments and disorders common in hot weather. Price 50 cents, sold by all druggists.
Imperialism and McKinley Faces at the November Polls
The piece criticizes McKinley's Imperialism for Cuba Cuba Philippines and Porto Rico misrule and the 40,000 man army. It cites China tensions from a secret understanding with England and warns of a potential new war. It notes voters face questions at November polls.
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McKinley
Cuba
Philippines
Porto Rico
England
A Good Cough Medicine Promises Health Restored
A local note claims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy restores health and happiness after long coughs and lung trouble. It states many patients have found relief after trying it and cites cures from stubborn coughs and chronic conditions. For sale by Edward Sehulise.
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Chamberlain
Cnsen
Edward Sehulise
Democratic County Ticket Nominees for Lavaca County
The Lavaca county Democratic primary on June 9 selected nominees for county and precinct offices including WM. Blakkfesled for County Judge JOHN Buchanan for County Clerk E T Long for District Clerk P H Green for County Attorney S L Bennett for Tax Collector F J Pesek for Tax Assessor Kk Bennett for Sheriff A B Devall for Treasurer Eugene Paterson for Justice of the Bowery Precinct Chas Strauss for Palette Weigher Precinct Albert Mofller noting the listed names as the party ticket.
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Democratic Party
Lavaca County
WM. Blakkfesled
John Buchanan
E.T. Long
P. H. Green
Bennett
A. B. Devall
Eugene
Paterson
the Bower
Chas. Strauss
Albert Mofller
Vermifuge Aids Children With Worm Infestations
Advertisement explains stunting from malnutrition and intestinal worms in children, claiming White's Cream Vermifuge destroys worms and allows rapid improvement. It notes price at 25 cents and availability through all druggists.
The Chinese Horror and Foreign Legations in Ruin
Reports from China describe mass killings of 500 Catholic converts in Pekin and the burning of foreign legations with deaths among diplomats women and children. Tien Tsin remains held by allies but bombarded daily as Chinese forces press. Russia blocks a decisive Japan led intervention delaying relief and widening the horror.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Pekin
Tien Tein
Tien Tsin
Health booster claims in early drug advert
An extract claims Herbine clears the complexion, boosts the mind, eases headaches, regulates stomach and bowels, improves liver function, and acts as a guardian of health. It lists price as four cents and notes it is for sale by wild herbalists.
Excursion Details For Mountain Point Trip Availability
Note describes excursions to a mountain point with prices around $7.30 and return dates. Tickets for South Texas Association travel available at Mathie V at 7th and 8th streets, with sales tied to a return on August 9. LaGrange meeting details show a similar fare structure, with sale dates July 20 and August 1 2.
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Mountain Point
Antonio
South Texas
Association
Mathie
LaGrang
LaGrange
Favorite Prescription Promises Health for Feminine Weakness
An old advertorial extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a cure for irregular periods and related ailments in women. It claims to restore health, brighten eyes, and improve appearance, citing a testimonial from Mrs. Cordelia Henson of Boston area after multiple miscarriages and long illness.
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Pierce
Cordelia Henson
Coston
Boyico
Byt
Dr. Perce
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C. Studebaker
Old Hickory
Tennessee
Texas
F. Jd. Helweg
Wagener & Schuhmann
Opera House
Siiner
Fr. T. Fehrenkamp
S. A. Carnes
Mer
ED. Schultze
Bismark Saloon
J. H. Huebner
Prop
Wolters Bls. Srork
SUN
Elwood
J.R. Lane
Cecil Hubermacher
Ganarter
Sesutul
Aaleeman
Will
Ait. Kubitzy
Bryan and Stevenson
Moulton Alems
Democratic
S. L. Bennett
F. J. Pesek
Sakem, & Ne
James Ballard
Frank Mef
S.A
A.P
Cal
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Omfort
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