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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1922
Page
7
A 1920s era survey outlines bathing outfits and hats for summer wear. It highlights fabrics from gingham to wool and silk, with trimmed suits, elastic wool trunks, and knee-length knickers. Millinery trends favor wide brims, airy braids, pastels, flowers, and feathers to accompany swimsuits.
Texas bond issues show stronger demand with many new issues offered at 5 percent interest as market conditions ease postwar. Standardization proposals seek uniform denominations of 1000 dollars and a consistent interest payment method to simplify selling for counties cities and school districts amid previous sluggish demand.
Texas announces its first bale of the 1922 cotton crop reached Houston Friday and sold at the cotton exchange for 1200 dollars. It will be exported directly to Manchester, England. Grower Mack Mize of Rio Hondo and gin operator N. Craig of San Benito accompanied the bale.
Washington notes the Saturday submission of postmaster nominees to the Senate including Bert J. McDowell of Del Rio, Daisy M. Singleton of Marble Falls, Henry E. Cannon of Shelbyville, and Ada A. Ladner of Yorktown, among others. The vote or confirmation outcome is not provided.
Monterey Mexico reports information that boxing will be prohibited nationwide with prize fights already banned in the northern district of Mexican California. The measure signals a broader crackdown on combat sports across Mexican territories.
A quirky exchange features a judge remarking that horse doctors may resemble auto mechanics, reflecting humorous old timey banter about experts and trades. The line juxtaposes veterinary skill with mechanical work, highlighting a playful take on profession labels.
An advertisement warns against calomel as mercury dangerous and salivation risks. It promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable substitute that cleanses the liver, improves health quickly, and is safe for children, promising no salts or salivation.
A salesman pitches fire insurance in a witty exchange as a character resists life insurance. The shopper rejects coverage citing no dependents, declaring he is burning his bridges, prompting a punchline about insuring the bridges themselves.
Chicago Illinois Lawrence Cabhles of Dallas Texas was elected president of the American Institute of Actuaries at the institute annual meeting Friday.
The advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a premier cure for kidney liver and bladder ailments praising its gentle immediate effects. It urges starting treatment now and offers samples by sending ten cents to Dr Kilmer Co in Binghamton New York, noting the paper.
Bankers report the Republic of Bolivia external twenty-five year gold bonds of 24 million dollars were oversubscribed in New York. The issue carries eight percent interest and matures in twenty-five years.
Snow covered central and southern Wyoming on Thursday with Cheyenne reporting winter weather conditions. Forecasters warned of travel disruption as varying snowfall affected highways and local roads across the region.
Otto Steiren, noted pioneer trapper and later civilian scout for the army, has died in Los Angeles. He played roles in campaigns across Arizona and New Mexico, leaving a legacy in early frontier exploration and military reconnaissance.
Athens reports General Papalous, chief of Greek forces in Asia Minor, has resigned his post. The sudden move shocks military circles as Greece faces ongoing conflicts in the region.
A proverb-like line asserts that a truly sincere man cannot balance between two sides, though he may retreat from a wrong side only to maintain integrity. It emphasizes firm adherence to principle over ambiguity.
A light hearted observation credits a woman's knack for running a household to care and diligence. The piece suggests recognizing her effort with a direct compliment to reinforce esteem and harmony at home.
Shelbyville Texas postmaster center announces H E Cannon appointed to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Mrs Eula Windham in Shelbyville.
A quotation from Hebrews 4 12 cites the Bible verse about the word of God being quick powerful and sharper than any two edged sword and discerning thoughts and intents of the heart
A quip notes the New York Tribune misspells Ralph Waldo Emerson and the Times quotes Mary Hastings Bradley planning to leave New York to hunt guerrillas in the African wilds this month. The remark lampoons journalism slippage and sensational travel misstatements.
An old advertisement touts Vacher Balm from E. W. Vacher, Inc. New Orleans claiming superior pain relief for hurts and soreness. It targets readers to ask their druggist and notes the doctor’s laughter at pain as reason to try the product.
A reflective meditation on expanding political participation and the growth of governance beyond traditional power structures. It argues that democracy, by inviting broader involvement, elevates the needs and voices of more citizens, reshaping leadership expectations.
A farmer near Pom ersy Ireland uncovered two graves at opposite field corners while plowing. Six men removed heavy covering slabs. One grave held a well preserved clay pot. graves lined with single slabs. Sightseers flock to the site amid belief the graves date to the 16th century.
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