Carried Gun on Mexican Chase But No Ammunition
Bradshaw correspondent recalls the March chase after Morales the Mexican slayer of Sheriff Satterwhite and Deputy Reeves. A 500-strong posse searched the mountains with high powered rifles and bloodhounds while rumors spread of a gunman arrival and a boy with a shotgun. Morales was later found in a box car at Lawn and fired on Abilene officer Live Jennings, grazing him.
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Bradshaw
Texas
Satterwhite
Howard County
Geo. Reeves
Taylor County
Taylor
Tom Green
Runnels
Concho Counties
Lemod Gap
Geo. Middleton
Middleton
Sweetwater
Reeves
John Kay
Morales
Mass Rifle Volley Kills Morales During Pursuit
Revolvers and rifles opened fire as a posse neared, about fifty rifles firing some 700 shots into the car. Morales was killed amid the exchange, with shot splinters striking railroad rails and the car top, showing high excitement among the shooters.
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Jennings
Morales
Card of Thanks from Feliz Ballew and family
We thank friends and neighbors for kind deeds and words of sympathy during our loved one's illness and death. May the Giver of all good things reward you. Mrs. Feliz Ballew and family and relatives.
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Feliz Ballew
Ten Million Tax Charge Sparks Sarcastic Quips
Senator Couzens faces a ten million dollar income tax charge and elicits humor about the figure. J Q Lankford and J A Lamberth returned from Devil's River where they fished for several days and shared the catch. The largest fish weighed sixteen pounds.
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Senator Couzens
J. Q. Lankford
J. A. Lamberth
Devil’s River
Local Fishermen Headed for Pecos Trip
J. H. Hodge and Brothers with S. J. of Pallinger and H. J. of Abilene left Monday for a short fishing excursion on the Pecos River.
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J. H. Hodge and Brothers
S. J
Pallinger
H. J
Abilene
Pecos
Adlerika Digestive Aid Promises Quick Relief
A testimonial from a banker’s wife touts Adlerika for rapid stomach relief and gentle cleanse. The ad claims it helps most stomach issues not caused by deep seated illness, often evacuating in about one hour with no griping. Owens Drug Store endorses it.
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Owens Drug Store
Cardus Advertised By Mrs. Eason From Winfield Texas
Mrs. C L Eason of Winfield Texas reports relief from persistent backache and nervous fatigue after using Cardus. She says eight bottles helped her through pregnancy and improved sleep and energy, recommending Cardus to expectant mothers as a beneficial tonic. Cardus is advertised as purely vegetable with no harmful drugs. NC-162
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Winfield
Texas
Cardus
That Devil Quemado Comes to Queen in April Film
Fred Thompson and Silver King star in the western melodrama That Devil Quemado at the Queen Theatre this Saturday April 4. Gloria Hope leads a strong cast including Nola Luxford Albert Priscoe Bryan Douglas and others in a dramatic tale with comedy and action, marked by Marvin Wilhite’s direction and a return after Thompson’s leg injury.
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Silver King
Devil Quemado
Fred Thompson
Queen Theatre
Marvin Wilhite
del Andrews
Gloria Hope
Nola Luxford
Albert Priscoe
Bryan Douglas
Joseph Bell
Alan Roscoe
Robert Cantiero
Felix Ballew Dies Near Wilmeth
Felix Ballew died at the family residence near Wilmeth on March 25 after two months of serious illness. Rev Kuster conducted the funeral at Wilmeth cemetery. The community and Ballew family mourn the loss of a devoted father and husband.
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Felx Ballew
Wilmeth
Kuster
Ballew
Roxie Floyd Seeks City Secretary Post in Winters
Mrs Roxie Floyd appeals to Winters voters for support in the city secretary race. She plans a house to house canvass to meet residents and promises efficient service, noting she will dedicate her time to public work if elected and thanks voters ahead of April 7.
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Roxie Floyd
Local anglers return from Rio Grande trip with big catch
W. Evans, Harold Huddleston, Walter Oliver and M GC O'Dell completed a fishing expedition on the Rio Grande. They enjoyed a good time and plentiful fish and crossed into Old Mexico during the outing.
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Walter Oliver
M. GC. O'Dell
Rio Grande
Old Mexico
Camphor and eyewash claim quick relief at Owens Drug Store
Simple camphor witch hazel hydrastis mix in Lavoptik eye wash cheers users. One small bottle aids sore or strained eyes. Aluminum eye cup free with purchase. Also mentions a weekly magazine serial about John L. Sullivan and notes editors’ liberties regarding Jim Corbett.
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Owens Drug Store
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C. L. Logan
Ballinger
Dulin Tire Company
Dayton
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Dui Tire Co
Ballinger, Texas
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Jim Corbett
Rock Island
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