UT Tests Clay for Fire Brick in Texas
The University of Texas chemical laboratory is testing clay deposits to assess their suitability for brick making. Samples undergo chemical analysis and controlled firing up to 1750 degrees to gauge tensile strength hardness and absorption. Early results are mixed with paving brick potential rising as fire brick remains elusive. Dr. R A McNees leads the effort to identify valuable deposits, boost local industry, and cut freight costs.
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Austin
Texas
Chemical Laboratory
University of Texas
R. A. McNees
McNees
Chinoix
Iowa
New Jersey
Bird Song by Laura EB Richards
A poem describing birds and their songs from robin to oriole and grosbeak. The wood thrush sighs of peace while varied bird calls echo joy and nature’s cycles through May flowers and springtime imagery.
How Soldier Dispersed Attacks
Two years of severe stomach trouble drove a soldier to morphine until two bottles of Marvel’s Wonderful Remedy relieved him. He claims the remedy cured his ailments and left him in perfect health while serving in the artillery. The product is advertised as a harmless preparation that clears catarrhal mucus from the intestinal tract and soothes inflammation causing stomach liver and intestinal issues including appendicitis. One dose will convince or money refunded. Ferguson Drug Co. and druggists everywhere, Ady.
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TLM
Ferguson Drug Co
Ady
Not Enough to Hold Mass Meeting at Vernon Bridge
Promoters of the Vernon Bridge Company cancelled a mass meeting set for Tuesday night in the district court room due to poor turnout. Officials attributed the small attendance to competing entertainments and widespread oil report excitement drawing potential attendees away.
Shows Promise Tit Bits Joke Exchange
A humorous dialogue suggests a financier scoffs at the notion of a baby becoming respectable, joking that the child will grow up a blackmailer because he must be given ongoing sustenance to stay on the onset.
Thanking friends after loss of my dear boy
In gratitude I thank many friends for kindness shown during the loss of my dear boy and for the beautiful floral offerings. H. A. Wilson.
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H. A. Wilson
New Stop oil engine and corn mill open May 20
Notice states installation of a Stop oil engine and a Williams Bork corn mill ready to grind for the public starting next Saturday May 20. Mill at corner Violet and Indian streets southeast of Central school. B Fr Holcomb. For sale Secord fund cotton flour bags Kell Milling Co.
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Williams Bork
Violet and
Indian Streets
Central School
Secord
Kell Milling Co
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Pease
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Felts
Kuppenheimer
Bion Fk
Russele S
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