Texas drainage work coordinated with federal and state boards
Washington reports a cooperation plan between the federal drainage division and the Texas State levee and drainage board. Stations will be set at Houston and Brownsville with engineers in charge to examine lands, gather data on drainage needs, and prepare reports for local authorities to fund half the surveys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Washington
Arthur A. Stiles
Wilson
Department of Agriculture
Department
Texas State Levee and Drainage Board
Houston
Brownsville
H. A. Kipp
W. H. Hall
State Levee and Drainage Board
State Board
Wright
Local Drainage Commission
Their Business. Matrimonial agent notes on finding a wife
A cartoon caption shows Smith at a matrimonial agent’s seeking a wife. A woman with a high temper is pictured and the text jokes about incompatibility. The agent replies that each wife comes with directions for getting along.
Colored man Henry Clay convicted for train wrecking attempt
Anderson Texas defendant Henry Clay, a colored man, was found guilty Saturday of attempting to wreck a Houston and Texas Central passenger train near Navasota by placing ties on the track. He received a two year sentence in the penitentiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anderson
Tex
Henry Clay
Houston and
Texas Central
Navasota
Forest Fires Rage in Dragon Mountains Near Tombstone
Forest fires in the Dragon Mountains near Tombstone Arizona have grown for days despite a large force of forest rangers. Several miles of timber have been destroyed as crews fight the blaze.
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el Paso
Tex
Dragon Mountains
Tombstone
Ariz
Dragged to death by mule on Texas farm
A 15-year-old stepson of Henry Ganaway was killed on Ganaway’s farm in Waxahachie Texas after his foot became caught in a mule’s stirrup. The boy’s head was severely injured when the mule dragged him.
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Waxahachie
Tex
Henry Ganaway
Two Men Die In 6650 Foot Glide Fall
Harry Schendel and his mechanic Vess died when their aeroplane plunged after attempting a glide from a height of 6,650 feet. Schendel had previously set a German altitude record of 6,594 feet.
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Jhann
Germany
Harry Schendel
Vess
Schendel
Doctor Praises Cuticura Remedies In Cure Report
Dr B L Whitehead of Boston testifies to cures using Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment for dermatitis and skin eruptions. He describes his own initial doubt, his wife’s improvement after baths and ointment, and the patient’s complete recovery within weeks.
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B. L. Whitehead, M. D
Dartmouth St
Boston
Mass
Jersey husband jailed for kiss on wife without consent
A New Jersey man faced a peace protection charge after kissing his wife without her consent. He was bound over in a $100 bail and warned by the judge to obtain consent before any future kiss, or face consequences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Jersey
Jersey
Benedict
Washington Herald
Getting Acquainted Between Neighbors on the Fence
A new neighbor exchange begins with playful name questions and light taunts. Both boys assert boundaries and brag about pets until after a brief standoff they become friends.
Reliable remedy for eczema and skin irritations advertised
An advertised ointment promises to cure obstinate eczema herpes tetter and childhood rashes and to stop burn pain immediately. It is described as a specific for itching piles and provides instantaneous relief from irritation available at all drug stores.
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Neal
Existance
Mornin Sis Judy and Skeeter Jim’s New Wife Gossip
A neighbor’s cook jokes about Skeeter Jim taking a new wife. Mammy responds with humor about fattening the husband and a needle in a haystack analogy. The dialogue captures rural wit and social chatter in a Southern setting.
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Judy
Mammy
Chile
DRIVE OUT MALAR AND THE SYSTEM TASTEFUL HILL TONIC
Bold rove's taste less Hill tonic claims to drive out malaria and iron buildup with a plainly printed formula on each bottle. Marketed as a patent remedy, the product is sold by dealers for 8 years at 60 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malar
Dla Bold Rove
All Dealere
Dr. Pierce
Golden
Not His Field A Mock Medical Ad Slate
A fragmented column mocks medical advice and quack remedies, mentioning a Welsh rab bits disease question, Ware’s Black Powder claims, Mrs. Winslow’s Syrup, Garfield Tea and charity remarks, all framed as satirical quips and ad lines.
Unlaureled Hero Saved Mail From Woodland Fire
Rural mail carrier Seth A. Eaton of the Middleboro post office remained mindful of duty as a woodland fire raged. Surrounded by flames, his horse collapsed and Eaton’s hair singed and skin blistered, yet he buried the mail in sand and fought his way to safety. Fall River Herald reports his bravery.
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Hall of Fame
Seth A. Eaton
Middleboro
Fall River
Struggle over Carfare Between Two Women
Garfield Tea claims to regulate digestion and overcome constipation while noting the humor in a contest over who pays the car fare, reflecting a light anecdotes tone from a bygone era.
Bluffing Over Stacked Goods Proves Easier Say Traders
Traders note that bluffing about supplies is simpler than delivering the actual goods in a market unsettled by rumors and scarce materials. Confidence in transactions wanes as shortages persist and buyers seek reliable pipelines.
Allen's Foot Ease promotes comfort for athletes feet
James Braid endorses Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder used daily by golfers and tennis players at Augusta Pinehurst and Palm Beach. The ad claims it prevents soreness blisters and swelling, offers rest and a springy feeling, and has 30 000 testimonials from the public 17 years prior. Sample offered free and sold everywhere for 25 cents with address in Le Roy New York.
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Allen
Augusta
Pinehurst
Palm Beach
Allen S
Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
Detective Agency Leads Houston Force in South
A Houston detective agency claims the largest team of investigators in the South and promises extensive local coverage. The firm emphasizes speed, discretion, and thorough case work across major urban areas.
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Nce Detective Agency
Houston
Iat
Thunder
Geena
Vebes
Progress of Civilization Saga Reveals Tangled Dining Debate
A humorous exchange shows a missionary teasing a ruler about ending cannibalism. The missionary jokes that gradual reform includes teaching the congregation to use knives and forks, signaling a shift in cultural practices through dialogue.
Castoria Reminder Emphasizes Safety and Trust
A vintage notice urges mothers to use Castoria, praising it as a safe remedy for infants and children for over 30 years. The ad highlights the product’s signature and notes that children cry for Fletcher's Castoria.
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Bramine
Fletcher
What constitutes a first class society drama
A witty quip outlines a high society play as three acts featuring six gowns and nine epigrams, signaling a fashionable theater trope. The remark emphasizes elegance over plot depth, reflecting social satire in cultural commentary.
The Real Thing and Appetite Clash in Love
A humorous note suggests a husband’s strong love for his wife may be real but does not curb his appetite. The observation mixes affection with appetite, implying a lighthearted view of marriage dynamics.
Garfield Tea For Laxative Aid With Orbs
A short note promotes Garfield Tea as a laxative. It describes the product as composed of orbs and suggests its use when relief is needed.
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Arizona
Ware
Ware Black Powder Company
Dallas
xAs
Garfield
James Braid
Maby
Defiance Starch Starches Ciocues
California Fig Syrup CO
Alcono
Alora AG Sirur
Box K. W Xton, D. C
Paxton Toilet CO
Masa
Paxtine
KE Paso County
K. Wilson
Boracho
Johnny
Lede Areey
ET Gaur
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