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Local Convention Chaos and Juneteenth Festivities
A detailed account of a political convention featuring heated exchanges over chairmanship between J. M. Mathie and A. Giddings, with supporters and speeches highlighting Democratic loyalties. The report shifts to community events in Brenham, describing school commencements, lodge activities, a July 4th parade, races, prizes, and local social gatherings reflecting the era's civic life and celebrations.
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Thalemans
Pricinat
Dleuting
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Bearoy Rondai
Garrett
Henders Fin S
Pharrellation
L Henderson
J. M. Mathie
Will Holden
Alt OO Giddinga Jr
W. B. Garrett
Giddings
Motte
Gidding
Hac
Bode
Mathis
Gid‘lings
Henderson
Mathie
Me. Henderson