M. H. Co Sells Half Interest for $100,000
Sherman Texas January 29 representatives of the Sinclair Oil Company of Tulsa closed a deal for half interest in the M and H Oil Company for 100000. J F Meek of Sherman holds a half interest and supervised tests north of Whitesboro. The Sinclair purchase angles Grayson county testing and signals major activity in the mid continent field. W D Arnspiger and others from Sherman hold interests, with many locals leasing from the company.
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Sherman
Texas
Sinclair
Company of Tulsa
The
H. Oil Company
Cooke
Grayson Counties
J. F. Meek
M. & H. Oilompany
Whitesboro
Meek
Democrat
Sinclair Oil Company
Mid-Continent
Grayson Company
Grayson County
W. D. Arnspiger
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Advertisement Claim
A 100 reward offer accompanies claims that Hall's Catarrh Medicine cures catarrh by acting through the blood and mucous surfaces. The ad asserts constitutional treatment strengthens health and promises free testimonials from Druggists.
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Hall
Nature
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
A Long Lived Family Thomas H Sawyer at Traders Day
Thomas H Sawyer aged ninety three years drew interest at Traders Day. Born in Jackson county Missouri in 1826, he served in five wars from Mexican War onward. He rode horseback across vast regions, fought in major campaigns, and flew a 500 mile airplane trip near San Angelo. His lineage suggests a lifespan well over a century. Garland News.
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Thomas H. Sawyer
Mr. Sawyer
Jackson County
Missouri
Kansas City
Texas
Indian Territory
Second Dragoons
Zachariah Taylor
Mulligan
23Rd
Illinois Cavalry
San Angelo
Sawyer
Quinine that Does Not Affect Head by Laxa Tive Brom quinine
An advertisement extols Laxa Tive Brom quinine as superior to ordinary quinine with tonic and laxative effects. It claims no nervousness or head ringing and urges readers to note the full product name and seek the signature of E. W. Grove. 30c.
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E. W. Grove
Calomel Warns Of Mercury Based Laxative Dangers
A historical notice cautions readers about calomel a mercury based laxative. It claims calomel is dangerous causing cramps sickness and attacks the bones recommending strong caution for its internal use. The piece urges museum goers to avoid the substance and warns of health risks.
Dodson's Liver Tone Promoted Over Calomel
An advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable alternative to calomel. It promises to cleanse the liver, avoid salivation, and prevent next day sickness. The copy urges using it for bilious, sluggish, constipated conditions and even for children.
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Dodson
Hog Wallow News yarns and local mischief
Dunk Botts reports outlandish bits from Hog Wallow. Neckties crowd Christmas gifts while residents joke about neighbors and errands. A census taker blunders with specs, a preacher targets dancing and cards, and a house on Musket Ridge nears completion. Local characters, petty schemes, and small-town gossip fill the page.
Winter Cold Costs and Chamberlain Remedy Ad
A short ad notes the cost of a cold in dollars and cents and argues a man may not stop work but should, with ten days typical recovery, shorten illness by using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It recommends keeping a bottle at home as a winter and spring investment.
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Chamberlain
Foley Kidney Pills Boost Energy and Kidney Health
A vintage testimonial ad promising Foley Kidney Pills tone up the kidneys banish backache and boost vigor. Rev W F M Swindale of Macon Georgia provides a ready endorsement while the ad notes sale everywhere and a church meeting promotion.
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W. F. M. Swindale
Macon, Ga
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Dunk Botts
Dock Hocks
Calf Ribs
Sydney
Slim Pickens
Dog Hill
Improvement Association
Jefferson Potlocks
Cricket Hicks
Columbus’ Allsopp
Sile Kilden
Washington Hocks
Tobe Moseley
Gondola Henstep
Rye Straw
Sim Flinders
Salem Barlow
Atlas Peck
Luke Mathewsin
Wolfestree
Te Joffice
Capercus Bank
Department OF Labor
Whitewright Lumber Company
L. Laroe & Company
Foley
Cotter
Ford
Bob Sears
Whitewright, Texas
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