Cracks at the Crowd and Family Quarrels
The fragment describes a division of people into two classes and a dispute between Cousin Lucy and Annie about their children. Mrs Pepper previously aided fighters plotting against Mr Pepper, and the group discussed going to town, with plans to hide tobacco to move a team from the gully below Lucy's street. The text is incomplete and many names and actions are uncertain.
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Lucy
Annie
Cildren
Rs. Pepper
Mr. Pepper
Pepper girls idle as girls taught chores clash
The text notes teaching girls to cook and sew leaves the Pepper girls idle while Mrs. Applecrab argues for comprehensive home skills. her daughters also do nothing, highlighting a debate over proper domestic education and activity for girls.
Morning chores at the Trundle home on Monday
Monday in the Trundle household starts early as Mr. Trundle boils water while Jim and Arthur repair a strap for a water bucket. Mrs. Trundle oversees washing, and Hattie dresses in a tight gingham dress that barely fits, revealing her house slippers and small buttons.
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Trundle
Mr. Trundle
Jim
Arthur
Mrs. Trundle
Hattie
Pers
Maggie Trundle
Maggie
Patchwork of A Lady’s Household at Party Time
The excerpt follows Hattie and Maggie Trundle as they juggle chores and social pretense while preparing a party. Mrs Trundle cleans up, boys quarrel over water and seating, and Pa recalls childhood party jokes that still amuse his wife. His quick wit keeps guest attention amid bustling household duties.
Denver Street Car Strike Sparks Riot and Riots
A Honey Grove Signal reprint warns of mounting labor unrest after Denver street car workers walk out. Riots ensue as strikers clash with nonunion operators, several killed or wounded, cars burned, and a newspaper office damaged. Public safety and government protection are questioned.
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Denver
Honey Grove
Laxa Tive Bromo Quinine Promoted as Safe Tonic
An ad asserts Laxa Tive Bromo Quinine is superior to ordinary quinine due to tonic and laxative effects, claiming no nervousness or head ringing. It urges readers to note the full name and seek the signature of E. W. Grove, price 30 cents.
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E. W. Grove
Rat Snap Beats the Best Trap Ever Made Ad
Mrs Emily Shaw testifies RAT-SNAP outperforms other traps. She spent 50c on a box and her trap caught 12 rats in a week, claiming it saved raising chicks. RAT-SNAP comes in 25c 50c and 1.00 cakes, sold and guaranteed by Wilson-Montgomery Hardware Co and Dyer Jones.
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Emily Shaw
Wilson-Montgomery Hdw. Co
Dyer & Jones
Austin confectionery store closed over tax claim
Austin authorities ordered a confectionery and cold drink store closed today under a warrant from the internal revenue collector. The seizure followed a tax claim totaling 3460 dollars on ice cream sales, with the store remaining under lock and key until the tax is paid.
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Austin
Internal Revenue Collector
Internal Revenue
Bayer Aspirin a Genuine Bayer Tablets Claim
An old advertisement asserts Bayer name on Bayer Tablets of Aspirin as genuine and safe for headaches toothaches and other pains. It promotes unbroken Bayer packages with directions and notes 12 tablet tins cost a few cents and larger packs are sold by druggists.
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Bayer
Tax enforcement closes store over unpaid state taxes
cold drinks and other sales, and also for a penalty levied for nonpayment when the taxes were due, and for in terest since the date the tax was de clared payable. The store was closed for several hours and was not reopen ed until the proprietor put up the amount of taxes claimed, pending an investigation.
Malaria cure advert promises quick relief from chills
When you feel dull achey and sleepy and want to stretch frequent ly you are ripe for an attack of malaria Take Herbine at once It cures malaria and chills and puts the system in order Price 60c Sold by Dyer Jones druggists.
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Dyer & Jones
Young Man Probes Prospects in Riches Family Match Request
A brief exchange shows a suitor asking Riches for marriage with confidence in his prospects. The dialogue hint suggests social and financial considerations influence the match, reflecting norms of courtship and family approval.
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Strengthens Blood
Purifies and enriches the blood with iron and quinine boosting energy and appetite. Marketed as a non patent medicine for vitality, claimed to improve color and strength. popular for malaria and body building for over thirty five years. Available at drug stores 60 cents per bottle.
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GROVE
Editor Confesses Concrete Asset In Presidential Question
The editor asserts practical leverage in a political moment by revealing possession of ten bundles of print paper already paid for and in the house. This tangible resource stands as a material weapon beyond mere nomination chances, prompting a pragmatic response.
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Kanees City
le Josiah
Mrs. Pepper
Wesley College
Wesley
Texas
G. F. Winfield
M. A
George B. Jackson
Greenville, Texas
S. H. Montgomery
Wilbur Carter
Kelly
Sherman
Hubert Bookout
Bookout
Henry Wilson
Wilson
Linz Annex
Sherman, Texas
G. J. Hornbuckle
Interstate
R. May
Kirkpatrick’s
R. C. Hoyle
Whitewright
James D. Buster
State and
Federal Courts Commercial Bank
R. B. Nall
Commercial Bank
Mark
Leqa
Littell
James F. Ballard
St. Louis
the Sun
Hunt
Fundamentals
Pathe
J. G. Carter Groceries and Meat Market
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