Local notes from Ely include weddings and family updates
Mrs. T L Hopkins and Mrs. Marion Smith hosted Mrs. Tom Graves on Tuesday. Mr George Hicks wed Miss Vera Trigg on Sunday April 14. Dudley Vaden, son of Mr and Mrs Clark, has arrived in France. Former Sheriff Jim Vaden of Grayson County died in Kingston Oklahoma at seventy six. The Sun and Dallas News cost $1.75. An interurban car detail prompts Van Alstyne reminiscence about the hourly service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hicks
Vera Trigg
Alyne Tumblin
Ector
Nellie Cobb
Wilson Bartley
B. R. Allison
Howard Harrison
Verner Smith
Irene Brown
Joel Ross
Clark
Dudley
France
Jim Vaden
Grayson County
Kingston
Okla
Dodson's Liver Tone replaces calomel in soothing liver aid
An advertisement warns against calomel toxic effects and urges using Dodson's Liver Tone, a vegetable remedy sold by druggists for a few cents. It claims Dodson's tone avoids salivation, cleanses the liver safely, and helps you feel better without upsetting the stomach or delaying work.
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Dodson
Classified ads offer varied farm goods and notices
Listings include a good automobile by W H Stedham. posts and timber by J J Looney Whitewright route 3. a four burner stove by T H Lively. a Tyler Business College scholarship via J H Waggoner. Red Cross cap and apron effort by Central Christian Church Ladies Aid, contact No 90. cattle and hogs wanted by S C Horton No 264. furniture store stock including window shades by Will Looney. multiple large farm tracts for sale near Gainesville Texas with rail access and prices per acre. details requested by Reece A Hays.
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Ladies Aid Society
The
Central Christian Church
Red Cross
Reece A. Hays
Gainesville
Texas
Soldiers And Sailors Register
The local war council has appointed F. M. Echols to secure a list of the young men serving Uncle Sam in naval, air, or land forces. A full listing with company assignment and parents’ names is desired, and those with information should contact Mr. Echols at Whitewright.
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F. M. Echols
Uncle Sam
Echols
Whitewright
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Drives Out Malaria
The Old Standard general strengthening tonic offers a true tonic for adults and children. It claims to drive out malaria enrich the blood and build up the system. Also notes oysters can survive in saltwater with at least part salt to water.
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Grove
Won't Stand Repetition in Life’s Reproach
A compact reflection on avoiding repeated excuses. It argues repetition worsens a weak rationale and urges choosing better responses instead of a second poor apology. The tone mirrors aphoristic wisdom.
Little Candy Imports and Tyrone Coal Field Note
The piece contrasts American preference for domestic candy over foreign confections and lists countries that supply imports. It then highlights Tyrone in Ireland as a potential coal source, noting its bituminous seams and the Ulster canal linking Coal Island to Lough Neagh.
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Austria-Hungary
Finland
France
Germany
Italy
Netherlands
Russia
Spain
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Canada
Mexico
Cuba
China
Hongkong
Japan
Turkey
Asia
Tyrone
Ireland
Dungannon
Coal Island
Lough Neagh
Dearest Jack Duel Over Lost Love And Reward
A playful exchange turns toward what to lose in a risky romance. The speaker declares she would sacrifice love to keep wealth, joking that a reward could win back a beloved partner. The other responds with affectionate exclamations.
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Jack
Sardines and Herrings Trade Mislabeling Exposed
An article denounces large catches of very young Maine herrings sold as sardines. It compares this mislabeling to selling chopped veal as chicken and notes true sardines come from France Spain and Italy packed in olive oil.
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Maine
France
Spain
Italy
Tigers Stir Awe Across India in Folklore and Fear
Report notes how in parts of India locals, especially Hindus, revere the tiger with superstition and refuse to kill it. Some tales claim the creature is protected by an immortal spirit, shaping enduring respect and awe.
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India
Freckle Removal Lemon Lotion at Low Cost
A vintage beauty-ads claim lemon juice mixed with three ounces of orchard white creates a cheap freckle and tan remover. It promises daily massage to face neck arms and hands, asserting freckles fade and skin becomes clear white. It labels the mixture harmless and easily obtainable from grocers and drug stores.
How to repair a mirror by silvering with foil
To renew the silvering on a mirror lay it face down on a smooth surface. Patch the damaged area with tinfoil rubbed with mercury. Place the patch, cover with paper and apply a flat heavy weight to press. Leave for a day or two for adhesion.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Emerson Rockford, Ill
Wilson-Montgomery Hdw
Wilson-Vaughn Hardware Company
Ely News
T. L. Hopkins
Marion Smith
Tom Graves
Enterprise
J. C. Woodson
the Sun and
Dallas News
Vaden
Oklahoma
Sherman
County War Council
van Alstyne
Eveready
Eveready Station
W.H. Stedham
J. J. Looney
T. H. Lively
Tyler Business College
J. H. Waggoner
S.C. Horton
Will Looney
Tiana
Soldiers and Sailors
Calumet
U. S
J. H. Cleland
W. J. Looney
Bear” Will Looney
Scott
American Laboratories
Scott & Bowne
Bloomfield
N.J
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