13 Dec 1917
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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1917
Page
1
The piece argues childhood impressions endure and that starting a bank account builds a lifelong saving habit. It urges parents to open small accounts for children this Christmas to teach saving pennies nickels and dimes, leading to later ability to save dollars.
The Marthas will hold a bazaar linked food sale at Carter Tracy Hardware store on Saturday December 16. Dressed chickens pies brown bread and other foods will be on sale along with additional treats.
Postmaster J A Miller announces a consignment of Wachtel Certificates Thrift Cards and Stamps branded Baby Ronde for small investments. Mrs Mary Drew was the first purchaser locally and 4 O Jodd bought the second.
Walter Probst and Mrs. Probst enjoy a new Studebaker Sedan purchased through local dealers Humphrey & Crabtree. The closed top model features luxurious upholstery and winter comfort.
Red Cross is planning assignments as instructors travel to Gray Balko Lakemp and Ivanhoe this Friday and Saturday. County units urge more volunteers, stressing urgent need for hands and leadership. Demand agent counts on all to contribute.
Beavers residents rally for WWI era Red Cross socks and sweaters. Mrs W. Carson chairs knitting with yarn, needles, and patterns supplied. Spohn and J R complete canvass for M C A War Fund, Beaver surpasses quota with 148 dollars plus 34 pledged. Alfred O Booth praises Oklahoma volunteers as national drive targets $25 million, with totals expected well above.
The advertisement touts Laxative Quinine as superior to ordinary quinine, claiming it avoids nervousness and head pressure. It urges readers to remember the full name for the signature of E. W. Grove.
A.T. Hull of Lakemp, recently injured near Stillwater, was brought home Friday night by train on a stretcher after helping a stalled driver. He sustained a broken leg and other injuries in the prior accident and will take weeks to recover.
The Globe Theatre run by Spangler Brothers hosted a Thursday night performance by Beaver school pupils and local talent for the Red Crows. Proceeds totaling 51.25 went to the Red Crows with Spangler Brothers covering venue and program costs.
Archival ad copy promises Plies Cured in 6 to 14 Days and a refund for drugging. It touts H PAZO OINTMHD as a cure for itch, burning, and related symptoms. The text references unspecified professed medical claims and refund offers.
A December 4 1917 letter from Will Bunyan of Twin Mounds Texas to home folks praises duty in the US Army urges buying Second Liberty Loan bonds and notes rifle practice at Leon Springs A note lists local visitors and a coal yard rush amid wartime shortages and family updates
A historical note presents insignia worn by Army officers with gold bullion cords, hat cords, boots, and silver stars. It enumerates ranks from General to Second Lieutenant, detailing collar marks and equipment like leather leggings and boots.
Services next Sunday include Bible school at 9 o'clock in the morning and worship at 11. The exchange Sunday open meeting features a talk on The War of Nations. A special music program by the choir and orchestra will follow with hymns and anthems.
Morning sermon at eleven o'clock and evening service at six. Sabbath school and worship invite all. Local church wishes good will to attendees.
The Marthas' Aid Society of the Christian church plans a sale of handkerchiefs and Japanese novelty ties at Carter Tracy Hardware Company on Saturday December 15. Proceeds support church activities. all welcome to attend and shop for Christmas gifts.
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