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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1920
Page
2
An advertisement touts the product California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for kids, highlighting its fruity taste and labeling on the bottle. It also contrasts aesthetic praise for painters or sculptors with admiration for those who can do things others cannot, noting a fellow’s bad taste in devoting his life to art yet earning general admiration for talent.
An advertisement touts Bayer Aspirin tablets as genuine and safe for millions, approved by physicians for over twenty years. It insists on an unbroken Bayer package with directions for headache toothache earache neuralgia rheumatism colds and pain. Small tins of 12 tablets cost a few cents with larger packages sold by druggists.
A rumor spread after the funeral of a prominent industrial captain about vandalism to his tombstone. The epitaph allegedly read that he “did his best,” and the remark was shared by Mr. Jones and a curious acquaintance.
Asheville woman Mrs J A Slader of 45 Woodrow Ave says after a run down period with nervousness low spirits and insomnia she used Cardus on a recommendation from her sister. She reports increased hunger sleep and strength and credits Cardus for her recovery.
Four year old Ruth watched as a man removed a cushion to fill an automobile tank. After the cushion was replaced Ruth declared she knew people ride horses but never realized she rode on the automobile’s stomach.
A fragmented notice discusses a Roman Eye Balsam claimed to treat granulated eyelids and infected eyes. An unrelated adage about a man with nothing to say implies hidden payment potential, reflecting the era's distorted medical promises and moral aphorisms.
Taffeta silk remains the most popular heavy silk for women and girls with crepe de chine and georgette as close rivals. The piece highlights fashionable afternoon dresses in navy blue with white yarn accents, a tunic style with yoke, three-quarter sleeves, corded waist details, and a lace vest, all largely made in silk with a few non silk touches.
The article discusses American design in negligees emphasizing graceful, dignified garments in beautiful fabrics. It notes bold color use unbounded by evening wear, with some pieces resembling boudoir or even evening dress, featuring silk cords and tassel lace details and coordinated turbans and caps.
The article notes transparent hats top the summer sales, with options including hair braid marines organdie georgette or lace. Demand is so strong that securing hair braid proves difficult to meet the abnormal demand.
Short vamped shoes show a decided vogue with popular models conforming to a blunted toe. Exclusive line offerings feature a rounded medium toe noted as more graceful to the foot.
Governor Hobby signed House Bill No. 9 providing 4 000 000 for public school relief in Texas, calling it the greatest measure for common education. He also signed a tick eradication law amendment and a bill raising county treasurer salaries in Dallas Bexar Harris and Tarrant counties to 2700 annually, effective ninety days after adjournment.
Baton Rouge Louisiana report says the Louisiana house rejected the Shattuck resolution to ratify the Anthony federal amendment by 67 to 44 and then voted 60 to 39 against federal suffrage in any form after a debate led by Rep. Ford C Claiborne. The senate awaits final action on L L Upton states rights amendment.
Chicago officials said there will be no restrictions on bathing suit styles on municipal beaches this summer. Deputy commissioner William Burkhardt said the issue is one of individual conscience and urged, Let your conscience be your guide.
London report notes American players R Norris Williams II of Boston and C B Garland of Pittsburg won their opening round matches at the London championship tournament on Monday.
Prince Chao Fa Chhrakra bonga Phuvanarth, brother of Siam’s king Chao Fa Maha Vajiravudh and heir presumptive, died Monday in Singapore from pneumonia.
Ludwig C. A. K. Martens, who acted as a self-styled Russian Soviet ambassador in the United States for over fifteen months, has been recalled by the Soviet authorities.
Delegates to the eighteenth annual American Institute of Banking convention in Boston unanimously elect Stuart D. Beckley of Dallas as president of the organization.
Victoria Chamber of Commerce representatives have returned with Mexican workers from the Laredo district to assist farmers in the county. The laborers were distributed to farms immediately after arrival.
The Rev. W. W. Page, last living member of General Robert E. Lee's staff and rector of St. Paul’s Church, Cornwall New York, died on Sunday at age 80.
The Alouette Oil Company struck oil Monday at a depth of 2551 feet. The well lies a few miles northwest of Mission, Texas, marking a successful local completion.
A correspondent recalls a dangerous incline crossing near a suburb where a new car with a woman driver offered a lifetime thrill. The engine stalled at a grade crossing as a flagman warned of a due train. the couple, aided by the crew, were boosted off the rails when the train finally arrived.
The Kansas City Star quotes a quip where a beggar pleads with the Lord to love the humble, but J Fuller Gloom interrupts, insisting on faster payment. The column ends noting that cheerful tones come from settling one’s bills.
Bill Jones, described as a traveling man, compiles medical guidance on sleep. He is told to avoid left or right side sleeping, avoid back or stomach positions, and not sleep in a chair due to various risks. A quip about a brunette lawyer and a blonde client ends the item.
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