Hogwallow News Vignettes Of Local Characters
Frisby Hancock quit chewing tobacco earlier but resumed briefly today. Sie Kilden ate a large Bologna sausage and was left speechless. Clab Hancock joined his wife visiting Gander Creek folks and agreed with them. Cricket Hicks tested new Christmas socks one mile from home and reported they held up. Yam Sims, a sharp young man, wore a standing collar and loud cravat at social gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clab Hancock
Gander Creek
Cricket Hicks
Yam Sims
Hearing Restored in 24 Hours by Virex Treatment
A widespread advert claims Virex cures deafness and head noises quickly. Testimonials from D M Lopes, Ben Jackson, Angeline Johnson, Roy Fisher, and others praise rapid hearing restoration. The ad offers a $2.00 treatment for $1.00 trial with a 10 day guarantee and money back if unsatisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. M. Lopes
Pennsylvania
Ben Jackson
Indiana
Angeline Johnson
Mississippi
Roy Fisher
Iowa
W. A. Lumpkin
Oklahoma
Anthony Chapman
Michigan
Ola Valentine
Arkansas
Dale Laboratories
Gateway Station
Kansas City
Advt
Crowded Dinners and Quiet Oddities Reported in Town
A string of small town vignettes describes a birthday dinner fading as food vanishes, a cow wearing a bell attracted bystanders, loafers moved from Bounding Billows store, and behind closed doors talks among undertaker doctor and druggist in Tickville. The oldest resident Luke Mathewson is noted for thrift, and local figures Tobe Moseley Slim Pickens Jefferson Potlocks face curious events and moral musings.
Firemen Sub for Doctor and Rescue Woman
In Lockhart on January 14 a Mexican man rushed into a drug store shouting for a doctor and saying his wife was in a well. The clerk advised summoning the fire department as doctors were out on calls.
666 Prescription for Colds and Grippe
An old advertisement touts 666 as the fastest remedy for colds grippe dengue constipation headaches and biliousness claiming it to be the most speedy cure known.
Stomach Distress Relief Promised by Pierce Remedies
Mrs. Jas. J. McNamara of Galveston Texas recalls severe indigestion and headaches a year ago. She credits Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery and Favorite Prescription with rapid improvement after few bottles. She urges readers to obtain remedies from local dealers for fast relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galveston
Texas
Dr. Pierce
Jas. J. McNamara
Ave
Woman Rescued From Well After Water Fetching Incident
Firefighters pulled a woman from a well using a ladder after she tumbled in while drawing water. She was unharmed after the successful rescue and incident.
Standard Fertilizers of Greatest Economy Says A. & M. Bulletin
College Station Texas January 14. The Division of Chemistry at A and M College issues a bulletin on eleven standard fertilizers identified by numbers such as 12-3-0 10-4-0 and 10-4-2. It explains that buyers seek plant food not weight and that high grade fertilizer costs more per ton but less per pound of plant food. It advocates naming fertilizers by formula for clarity like 12-4-4 and 8-4-4 and explains the order refers to phosphoric acid nitrogen and potash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College Station
Texas
Division of
Experiment Station
A. & M. College
G. S. Fraps
Dr. Fraps
Anderson County farmer backs standard fertilizer in cotton trial
John W. McFarlane of Anderson County confirms Dr. Fraps recommendation after winning the Dallas News $1,000 cotton prize. He says early use of standard fertilizers saved time and money and led to successful adoption of the standard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fraps
John W. McFarlane
Anderson County
Dallas News
Four Men Arrested On Indictments For Liquor Violations
Sherman January 12 four men were arrested under grand jury indictments for alleged violations of liquor laws. Police and officials did not release names or specific charges pending further proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherman
Prostate Health Offer Promises Rapid Relief
An advert claims men can end night-time urination and related pain within 24 hours using Walker's Prostate Specific. It promises no obligation or cost, asking for name and proof of feeling younger, with repayment if satisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walker
I. B. Walker
Gateway Station
Kansas City, Mo
Habitual Constipation Cure Syrup promotes regular action
LAX FOS WITH PEPSIN is a specially prepared syrup toric laxative for habitual constipation. It relieves promptly but should be taken regularly for 14 to 21 days to stimulate and regulate bowel movement. Very pleasant to take. 6 cents per bottle.
Prohibition Offenders Bonded in Local Court Actions
Scotty Hill faces five indictments for liquor law violations and is freed on bonds of 1000 dollars in one case and 500 dollars in each of four others. Simmie Combs, charged with two liquor law offenses, posts 1500 dollars. W F Clancy tied to Combs cases posts 1500 dollars. George Brown released on 2000 dollars bond after grand jury indictments for three liquor law offenses. 75 sheets typewriter paper for 25c.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotty Hill
Simmie Combs
W. F. Clancy
Combs
George Brown
Scientist foresees living on air and free air signs
A Detroit News preview notes a scientist predicting future life in the air and observes the eventual removal of the “Free Air” signs as public view shifts.
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Detroit News
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Slim Pickens
Hog Ford
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Baker Laboratories, Inc
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Hayes
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Hayes G Hon
Practical Nurse
N. E. Snow
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Cardus
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Alexander Studio
Whitewright, Texas
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THE
LaRoe Lumber Yard
J. H. Biggerstaff
Davidson’s
Wilbur Carter
Kelly
R. C. Hoyle
Lloyd Moore
Ode Crowell
Winter
Home Ice & Manufacturing CO
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