Fake Minister Swindled Church in Fort Worth Case
A handsome impostor posing as Reverend Harry Ward represented himself as superintendent of a Baptist Mission in St. Paul Minnesota. He attended the First Baptist Church in Fort Worth and used a charitable donation to obtain funds, leaving a $50 bad check at the Westbrook Hotel and reportedly purchasing a $200 church gift with $100 in cash returned.
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Baptist
St. Paul
Minn
Ft. Worth
Harry Ward
First Baptist Church
Dr. Ward
Westbrook
Winston Lewis
Ward
Lewis
Fort Worth
Mothers urged to check children for worms
Advises parents to watch for worm symptoms in children and act quickly if suspected. Recommends White's Cream Vermifuge, claiming it drives out worms and restores rosy health. Price 35c. Sold by Dyer & Jones.
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Dyer & Jones
New Form of Election Betting
A brief note discusses a day marked by controversial betting on elections and notes that insurance interests may be reluctant to insure certain outcomes. The reflection hints at broader concerns about risk and financial implications in volatile political events.
Insurance and politics collide at Lloyds Ford presidency bet
The text notes insurers covering various risks from death to weather. It highlights Lloyds of London insuring an American firm against Henry Ford’s election, agreeing to pay 100000 dollars if Ford wins the White House.
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Lloyd’s of London
Henry Ford
White House
Rupture Expert Demonstrations Arrive in Sherman
C F Redlich, noted rupture appliance expert, offers free personal demonstrations at the Binkley Hotel from 9 A M to 4 P M on two days only. He urges sufferers not to delay as old trusses can worsen cases and may require surgery. Home office is 335 Boston Block Minneapolis Minn.
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Binkley Hotel
C. F. Redlich
Boston Block
Minneapolis
Minn
Pepsinated Calomel Promises Quick Liver Relief
Advertised remedy claims tiredness signals torpid liver and that Pepsinated Calomel cleanses the liver thoroughly without nausea or griping. It is endorsed by Dyer & Jones and other druggists, promising relief by sundown or money back, with a guarantee of feeling better tomorrow.
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Dyer & Jones
Laxative Syruppe Promises Regular Action in 14 to 21 Days
LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN is a Syruphonic laxative for habitual constipation. It relieves promptly and should be taken regularly for 14 to 21 days to induce regular action. It stimulates and regulates. Very pleasant to take. 60 cents per bottle.
Election betting and insurers influence on politics
The article discusses betting on elections as an ancient, minor factor with no clear impact on results. It warns that if insurance companies began writing policies tied to election outcomes, vast resources and trust funds could invite widespread speculation and corruption.
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Ium
Houston Post
Signs You Can Believe In Liver Health Remedy
If your breath is bad and you have spells of swimming in the head poor appetite constipation and a general no account feeling it is a sign your liver is torpid. The remedy for all disorders in the liver stomach and bowels is Her bine. It acts on the liver strengthens digestion purifies the bowels and restores energy vim and cheerfulness. Price 60c. Sold by Dyer Jones.
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Dyer & Jones
Turkey buyer seeks poultry via wagon call service
A turkey buyer advertises in Whitewright offering home pickup and top market prices. Call for a price and delivery day to maximize convenience.
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Whitewright
My Wagon Will Call Prices Before You Sell
Frank Sloan of Pilot Grove urges customers to bring tire and tube troubles to his shop. He promises prompt, reliable service and fair prices for repairs and parts.
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Frank Sloan
Pilot Grove
Morehead Advertises Quick Service and Satisfaction
Customer testimonial notes reasonable prices and quick service with emphasis on high satisfaction from R. S. Morehead.
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R. S. Morehead
Bromo Quinine Tablets Marketed With Signature Box
An advertisement highlights Bromo Quinine tablets marketed by E Grove with a signature on the box and a quantity noted as 300. It claims the product removes the cause of colds and flu and promotes use as a laxative.
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E W.grove
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Wee
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EAGLE
Eagle Pencil Company
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Hayes
Grove
Bealing Honey
Hartford Fire Insurance Company
Hartford
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W. L. White
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