Hobby Vetoes Oil Drilling Appropriation Bill
Governor Hobby announced in San Antonio that he vetoed a bill to appropriate 25000 for the Prison Commission to develop oil on state prison lands and to lease mineral rights. He noted the enrolled bill shows 1 dollar instead of 25000 and favored developing oil without sharing proceeds with drillers. The veto will be recorded tomorrow.
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San Antonio
Texas
Hobby
Austin
Prison Commission
Clemens State Farm
Cut This Out It Is Worth Money Don’t Miss This
Old advertisement offering a trial package of Foley medicinal products upon sending 5 cents and writing name and address to Foley & Co. in Chicago. Includes Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound, Foley Kidney Pills, and Foley Cathartic Tablets.
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Foley & Co
Sheffield Ave
Chicago
Ill
Foley
Preserving Eggs in Lime Water for Winter Use
During spring and early summer when eggs are plentiful and inexpensive, fresh clean infertile eggs preserved in waterglass or lime water can last 8 to 12 months in excellent condition. April May and early June layers store best. avoid eggs that float or are cracked or badly soiled. lightly soiled eggs can be washed with vinegar and then preserved.
Foley Kidney Pills Versus Pain Relief Endorsed by Mrs Wayne
Mrs L Wayne of Ocean Park California writes Foley Kidney Pills rid her of backache sore muscles and rheumatic pains linked to kidney trouble. She urges others to try the remedy noting its safety and value and that the pills are sold everywhere.
Freezone promises easy corn and callus removal
An advertising pitch touts Freezone as a cheap drugstore treatment for corns and hard skin on the soles. It claims only a few drops will lift the skin away leaving pink healthy skin that is not sore or irritated.
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Freezone
Coldstream Guards Battalion Returns With Heavy Losses
The Coldstream Guards, 36 officers and 856 men, arrived in London from Cologne. Of the battalion’s returning officers none remain and only twenty men survive. The piece notes Britain’s war costs across many fronts and honors the sacrifices of British troops in World War I.
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Coldstream Guards
London
Cologne
Windsor
France
Belgium
Great
Italy
Balkans
Russia
Syria
Mesopotamia
Egypt
Siberia
Africa
Ypres
Somme
Marne
Monk
Charles II
Coldstreams
Health and strength against winter illnesses ad copy
An old advertisement touts Grove's Tasteful Chill Tonic to fortify the blood against colds influenza and grip and SAN OL as a guaranteed remedy for kidney and bladder troubles. It promises rapid relief and stresses tolerable formulas with quinine iron and a pleasant taste.
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Grove
Fate and valor in a quiet field and wartime sky
The piece recalls an American ace who dies after a childhood accident and contrasts his loss with battlefield heroism. It evokes a tranquil meadow death beside children with a distant thunder of war, as fate governs both scenes and leaves observers to wonder and bow.
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Bedlam
Temple
Quinine Tonic Laxa tive Brom Quinine Ad
Advertises Laxa tive Brom Quin ine as a superior tonic with laxative benefits and no head buzz. Claims no nervousness or ringing in the head, urging readers to remember the full name and look for E. W. Grove signature. Price shown as 30 cents.
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E. W. Grove
Brother of Marit H. Andrews Dies in Sherman
J. R. Andrews returns from Sherman where he visited his brother Marit H. Andrews who died at his home April 2. Survived by his widow three sons two daughters and one brother, Mr. Andrews of this city.
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J. R. Andrews
Sherman
Marit H. Andrews
Mr. Andrews
Lemon Juice Beauty Lotion Promises Skin Whitener
A home recipe claims lemon juice mixed with orchard white forms a quarter pint lotion to whiten skin and reduce freckles, sallowness, and tan. It advises straining to remove pulp and daily use on face neck arms and hands for months of softening and beautifying effects.
Uncle Mark of Sherman A Longtime Local Merchant Dies
Grayson county native and Sherman resident for over sixty years, known as Uncle Mark, was a prominent dry goods merchant and active in local business circles. He enjoyed wide acquaintance and was highly esteemed by the community.
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Grayson County
Sherman
Mark
Sher
Confederate Veteran Drews Linked to Mildred Lee Camp
Drews was a Confederate veteran and a member of Mildred Lee Camp in the city, reflecting his longtime association with local Confederate veteran circles.
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Drews
Mildred Lee
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