Case Thrown Out In Yoakum Treasurers Race
In Yoakum Texas on June 10 the case J. W. Cook vs A. W. Turner for city treasurer of Yoakum was dismissed at plaintiff's cost after the court sustained the defendant's plea to jurisdiction. The suit argued over whether the office could be pursued in county or district court with an emoluments of 300 dollars a year. No appeal is expected.
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Halletsville
Texas
J. W. Cook
A. W. Turner
Yoakum
Liver health remedy ad from 19th century periodical
An advertisement touts a liver remedy stating sallow jaundiced skin signals biliary poisoning in the blood. It claims herbine restores liver function and notes a price of 50 cents sold by Aug Grave.
Cattle Prices Seen Standing Firm Amid Market Shifts
The Stock and Farm Journal notes buyers and sellers have not fixed prices yet but points to factors supporting higher values. A shortage of prime cattle and light stock, plus good pasture and potential cheap feed, suggest prices may stay strong despite uncertain agreement on future levels.
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Journal
Difference of Opinion on Kentucky Bluegrass Scenery
A narrative contrasts opinion on Kentucky scenery with a humorous rail journey exchange. One traveler praises the bluegrass belt while another notes rocks block view, quipping Texans see farther. The snippet cites Adolph Boldt in Galveston News.
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Kentucky
Texas
eAdolph Boldt
Galveston
Pig pork demand drives profitable farming advice
The article argues that meeting market demand is key and stresses producing pigs at efficient weights to maximize profit. It warns against overfeeding corn and urges growing similar pork output with proper handling. It promotes subscriptions to Farm Journal and Shiner Gazette.
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Audi
Seth Young
Andi
Jounal
Would not Suffer so Again for Fifty Times Its Price
A liveryman from Burgettstown Washington Do Pa reports severe stomach pains and relief after one dose of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy. He praises its effectiveness and says he would not endure last night's suffering again for fifty times its price. The remedy is sold by all druggists.
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Miller & McCurdy
Chamberlain
G. H Wilson
Burgettstown
Washington
Machinery contract let for Gonzales oil plant
The Gonzales Oil and Manufacturing Company contract for furnishing machinery was awarded to A. F. Palme of Shiner. The price is just over $21,000 and the plant should operate by October first. Site is west of Gonzales Gin Company. construction to start on plans and specifications and finish by August first.
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Gonzales Oil and Manufacturing Company
A. F. Palme
Shiner
Gonzales Gin Company
Gonzales Inquirer
Pain Balm Proves Quick Cure for Hip Injury
A reader reports spraining the left hip while lifting heavy boxes. After initial misdiagnosis, rheumatism was ruled out and relief came from Chamberlain's Pain Balm. One half of a 50 cent bottle cured the ailment entirely, per F. A. Babcock of Brin. Pa, who recommends it to friends. Available from all druggists.
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Chamberlain
F. A. Babcock
Brin
Halletsville Herald Folds Galveston Ring in Congressional Fight
The Halletsville Herald reports determination to break the Galveston congressional ring with possible candidates names mentioned. Kerr is a strong, but controversial gold-bug option. Fly lacks the means. Bungess could mount a robust bid. others face past differences yet may energize the race.
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Halletsville Herald
Galveston
Fly
Baldigess
Skern
Lane
Kerr
Ginner Praises Roundlap Bale Press By American Cotton Co
A. J. Clements of Clements & Daniel cotton ginners Lonoke Arkansas praised the Roundlap bale press from the American Cotton Company. He reported 4000 bales compressed in a season and higher net profits versus square presses, noting a recent test showing about 3.75 dollars more per bale. The firm plans to abandon its old press.
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A. J. Clemens
Clements & Daniel
Lonoke
Ark
Clements
Commercial Appeal
American Cotton Company
Continental
Memphia
Memphis
Tenn
Card of Thanks for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
A reader expresses gratitude for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy praising its effectiveness in coughs lung troubles and whooping cough. The sender Doty of Des Moines Iowa thanks the manufacturers and asks merchants to continue selling the remedy.
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Chamberlain
Des Moines
Round bale cotton gin plant contract set in Yoakum
Yoakum will see the erection of a round bale cotton gin, with construction starting this week. A. Go Wangemann is named cotton buyer for the Yoakum Cuero Shiner region. The firm will buy cotton in seed on wagons as well as ginned and baled cotton, aiming to compete in the Yoakum cotton market. Watermelons and cantaloupes appear on market, largely from the coast, with local gardeners soon shipping to Northern and Eastern markets.
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Yoakum
Texas
A. ‘Go Wangemann
Cuero and
Shiner
Marketa
Ballard's Hound Syrup Promoted For Relief
Fragmentary ad copy touts Ballard's Hound Syrup for asthma relief with dated sale note mentioning Aug and likely a product listing.
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Ballard
Hy B and E Flato Return From Lavaca County Trip
Mesers Hy B and E Flato report from Lavaca County that the country is improving with better rains exceptional weather and good cattle progress in Concho County they mention crews bringing in steer and stock with favorable water and pasture conditions observed during travel.
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E. Flato
Lavaca
A. Alogher
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Rine Winnes
Wolters Bros. Store
The
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Texas Farm and Ranch
Southwest
Costa
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Elkhart
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Wim Sander
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Office of Shiner, GazeT'nz
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Fred W. Hillmer
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Xx Monogram
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