Cotton Gin Sparked US Growth in Cotton Boom
The article traces how English resistance to cotton goods spurred colonial cotton farming, driven by Eli Whitney and Hodgen Holmes era inventions. It details rapid U.S. expansion from 1792 onward, with Alabama Georgia Tennessee and New Orleans areas joining the boom and global shifts as Europe sought new sources during the Civil War. It notes India and China as major producers, Egypt's long staple focus, and ongoing competition for world supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eli Whitney
Hodgen Holmes
Texas
England
Lancaster
America
Massachusetts
Georgia
Hodgen Helmes
Augusta
Carolinas
Whitney
Holmes
Mississippi
Tennessee
New Orleans
Alabama
India
China
Turkestan
Egypt
Lancashire
Europe
United States
American Sea Island
Bottle Portraits Trick Guide
A vintage guide explains making jar portraits by placing a camera near a large clear bottle and exposing the film through the glass. The sitter should center their face for a lifelike effect, with dark clothing to sharpen the outline and avoid contrast with the bottle.
Sermon Snippets on Conduct by Rev Roy L Smith
Religious columnist quotes Rev Roy L Smith urging kindness in dealings with others. Advice emphasizes keeping calm, avoiding scandal, yielding first, and seeking another’s viewpoint even when divergent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rev
Roy L. Smith
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days by Pazo Ointment
Druggists refund money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles. Instant relief from itching and bleeding and a restful sleep after the first application. Price 60 cents.
Publication notice in Grayson County estate case 1927
The State of Texas requires the sheriff to publish notice in Grayson County for ten days about Mrs. Alice M. Bruce seeking letters of administration for the estate of Thomas Scott Bruce deceased. The hearing is set for the first Monday in May 1927 at the Grayson County Court House Sherman. Observers may appear to contest the application.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grayson County
Grayson
Thomas Scott Bruce
Alice M. Bruce
Sherman
A. D
R. Q. Loving
Texas
City of
Probate of Elizabeth Barnes Estate Application Filed
W. H. King has filed in Grayson County Court a probate application for the last will of Elizabeth Barnes deceased. The hearing is set for the first Monday in May 1927 at the county courthouse in Sherman. All interested parties may appear to contest or support the filing.
Leto's Pyorrhea Remedy Ad by Bow-Wright Drug Co
An advert promises Leto's Pyorrhea Remedy will relieve sore or bleeding gums and pyorrhea with a money back guarantee. It claims results are certain and unique compared to prior products. The Bow-Wright Drug Co. endorses the sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leto
Bow-Wright Drug Co
Guardian reports on Ezell Hopper estate in Grayson County
Mrs. Myrtle Hopper, guardian, files the third annual report for the Ezell Hopper minor estate in Grayson County Texas. The report will be heard at the next county court term in Sherman on the first Monday in May 1927. An affidavit of publication is attached to show publication was executed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grayson County
Grayson
Ezell Hopper
Myrtle Hopper
Texas
Sherman
A. D
R. Q. Loving
City of
Newspaper Sales and Family Size in the Nation
Daily figures show 36 million newspapers sold each weekday in the country while official counts place about 24 million families nationwide. The data underline a wide reach of print media amid households across regions.
Habitual Constipation Cured in 14 to 21 Days
Syruphonic laxative Lax-Fos with pepsin promises relief for habitual constipation. It claims to stimulate and regulate bowel action with regular use for 14 to 21 days. Very pleasant to take and priced at 60 cents per bottle.
How Doctors Treat Colds and the Flu
Doctors and druggists recommend Calotabs to break a cold overnight or shorten grippe attacks. One or two Calotabs at bedtime with waterPurges without nausea or affecting meals or activities. Next morning the cold vanishes and appetite returns. Family package with directions costs 35 cents at drug stores.
Doctor R V Pierce and His Favorite Prescription
A physician dedicated to humanity left a lasting record. Dr R V Pierce studied medicine and herbs leading to Doctor Pierce's Favorite Prescription. The tonic reportedly helps with pain and suffering from menstrual and nervous complaints and is sold in tablet and liquid forms locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. V. Pierce
Doctor Pierce
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Whitewright
Mangrum Brothers
the State OF Texas
Lucile Schleuse
State OF Texas
Elizabeth Barnes
W. H. King
Clerk County Court
Grayson Counter
Lua
H. G. Webster Whitewright
Planters National Bank
W. T. Nicholson
Ansco
Ansco Speedex
Jones
Drug Store No
Rexall
Huffines
Whitewright, Texas
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