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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1911
Page
4
Entry label indicates mail matter processed at Shiner Texas Postoffice as second class. The notice mentions insurance coverage under the Printers Mutual Fire Insurance Association, incorporated under Texas law.
The Galveston Cotton Carnival plans advance with a Cuban exhibit expected and the city set to shine. Antis organize for the July 22 ballot while pro supporters Tom Ball and Cone John Son rally voters with speeches in Waco. County records show sixty liquor license applications in Galveston. The Interstate Commerce Commission estimates 20 million gallons of liquor enter the state annually under prohibition rates.
The Galveston News comments on social change after King George I of England, noting births determine rulers not merit. It laments the loss of the old country gentleman with a negro boy as a servant. It observes pigs entering parlor and dining room, symbolizing shifting norms and domestic life.
The passage urges counties with large anti majorities to organize and contribute funds rather than rely on brewers and others to do the work. It insists supporters should aid the cause in every possible way and act in truth.
At the annual meeting held on the seventh instant the Hochheim Prairie Storm and Fire Insurance Association reported steady progress and re elected all old officers. D Othold served as president with Wm Zander as vice president O W Miller as secretary Gus Noll kamper as treasurer and John Valis John C Kasper and F J Chaloupka as trustees. At the first business meeting on Saturday the twenty fourth property valued at 4705 was insured. Uninsured farm buildings in and around Shiver were few and far between.
James B. Mershon of Newark New Jersey writes of a long life threatening illness. He suffered eight months of weakness and lung hemorrhages before using Dr King’s New Discovery three weeks prior. He claims it greatly helped and lists many lung trouble benefits. 50c and 1.00 with trial bottle free guaranteed by Schulze Gray Co.
Shiner residents endorse stronger health action and push for a July 18 election on a $12 000 bond to build a brick school house. The letter urges appointing a Health Advocate, cites past failed closet cleanups, and argues the project boosts property values and attracts families.
Wanted an experienced fireman for a cotton gin in Yorktown Texas. Must understand the job and be dependable. Good pay. Apply Z W Hoff Yorktown Texas.
Wood prices lowered with Yrood delivered at 4.00 per cord and stove wood at 85.50 per cord. Savings of 4.75 per cord noted. Local merchant Pla Merce ete UHMANN urges patronage.
On the market is 10 or 12 acres of black land within city limits offering an improved house. Aphlyte W. Fimler Shney contact No. 25xt.f for details.
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