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Newspaper
Brenham Weekly Banner
Location
Brenham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1879
Page
2
A jumble of political maneuvering, local crimes, and press quarrels across Texas and nearby states. Reports mention elections in the sixth district, county scandals, a fire destroying property worth 750000, railroad payoffs, and widespread newspaper critiquing.
The Volksfest aims for a grand two day event May 9 and 10 with English and German speeches by Judge McAdoo and Prof Jessen, a large Texas Militia drill, and prizes for best drilled company, top marksmen, best turners, and decorated wagon representations.
The April sessions see the Insurance committee report favorably on a house amendment to a senate bill amending insurance law. Multiple bills pass including district court and assessor-collector consolidations, a quarantine measure, and a constitutional amendment limiting cross office election. General appropriations and salaries reforms are discussed.
A compact summary of local items in Burleson and surrounding counties. Mentions Birch Creek Bohemians settling, a steam engine on the roadside, a risky Vegaa bridge, worship at Burton’s church, and visitor notices. Includes farm notes on corn, cotton, labor-saving plows, and inquiries about cultivators and planters. Reports on crime, auctions, markets, and local events.
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