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State land commissioner ruling on school land issues
From Presidio County, James Normand reports on letters from Land Commissioner J T Robison clarifying rules about residence on school land and interest payments. The official rejects suspending laws, offers sympathy to distressed farmers, and outlines discretionary relief for those developing homes while warning against speculation. The piece also notes forthcoming gubernatorial appointments and patronage, including the railroad commissioner and penitentiary board, under Governor Colquitt. It ends with a local advertisement about Stark Bros. nursery discounts and fruit trees.
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Presidio County
James Normand
Presidio ‘County
Southwest
J. T. Robison
Land Office
Dreath
Board of Regents
State University
Agricultural and Mechanical College
Sanitary and Livestock Commission
State Board of Medical Examiners
State Board of Pharmacy
State Board of Dental Examiners
Colquitt
L.T. Dashiell
Prison Board