15 Jun 1911
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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1911
Page
1
Garbade Lumber announces a new wire fencing product named Pittsburgh Perfect made of galvanized steel and welded by electricity. The fence is advertised as maintenance free with moisture resistant stays and a guarantee of every rod.
James B Mer shon of Newark New Jersey describes a near fatal lung hemorrhage and two months of weakness until using Dr King's New Discovery. He claims it did all that is advertised and recommends it for weak lungs chronic coughs and other lung ailments. Schulze Gray Co guarantees trial bottles free and sells 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes.
Advertising that halts after weak reader response fades. Some act quickly, others slowly, so continue campaigns. Keep advertising consistent and appropriate to the business, avoiding overreach or underinvestment, and start small if needed. Newspaperdom urges steady, effective promotion.
The third Cotton Carnival will run from July 29 to August 14 in Galveston. Past carnivals drew thousands from Texas and visitors from nearby states. the event is praised as a unique exposition combining education with entertainment. Local business leaders plan to broaden appeal further.
A dreading wound demands prompt treatment with Bucklen's Arnica Salve to prevent blood poisoning or gangrene. It is the quickest, surest healer for wounds burns boils sores skin eruptions eczema chapped hands piles, 25¢ at Schulze Gray & Co.
An old Cuero Texas advertisement urges customers to ask dealers for cooked specials and emphasizes pork and beef products from corn fed hogs. The copy touts weiners and bolognas and invites readers to write if their dealer does not stock the goods.
A plea urges residents to support home industry by patronizing local merchants, professional men, and businesses. It argues the country is the best place to live and encourages showing appreciation through local patronage.
Sunday column from Liny notes dry weather with corn suffering and gardens nearly gone. Mentions a 189 foot well dug by Mr. Karasek for Julius Horky, Miss Fannie Hercick visiting, Thada Osborn visiting Ringgold, and neighbors at John Herdik’s with Jim Jurach and families. Also reports attendance at Deutsches Theater and signals end of column.
A Victorian style advert promotes Electric Bitters as a remedy for female health, claiming they aid digestion and purification of blood, improving skin, nerves, eyes, breath, and complexion. The payoffs include health, beauty, and social appeal, with a 50 cent price at Schulze Gray & Co.
A rural letter notes dry conditions with no rain, cotton blooming, and corn suffering. Social visits include Miss Alma Warling and families from Lindenau and Grenau, plus a bridge construction over Clear Creek. School enrollment lists by nationality totals 126 with one new teacher and various local visits noted.
Sealed land sale notice offers 329 acres one and a half miles from Nixon. Unimproved except a productive artesian well. Adjacent cleared land recently sold at 93.00 per acre. This tract priced at 345.00 per acre. Soil quality described as fine.
Lavaca county organizers plan a July 10 free barbecue in Halletsville with speakers including Hon Frederick Opp. A new socialist paper will relocate to the New Era office under Thomas A Hickey, who will run Abilee Farmers Journal as a socialist publication. The New Era office expands after installing a linotype and will publish both papers. Also advertised is Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets for digestion from local dealers.
Lavaca County Commissioners Court meets to review criminal cases including guilty pleas for obstructing public road and carrying pistol, several verdicts of acquittal, fines up to 100 dollars, and dismissals. A Board of Equalization will set tax assessments on June 20 1911 at the Hall of Justice in Hallettsville.
An announced program for Sunday at 4 o clock features the church choir and band performing at the unveiling ceremony. Prof. Martin Ruppel will address the assembly as part of the event with the church choir participating.
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