Local Notes Share Court, Weddings, and Weather Tidbits
Burton resident charged with lunacy faced county court. Galveston to attend a wedding in a few days. Austin editor Me Browns discusses conventions. Cameron school house burned after completion. Berlin party ends with a black eye from a young lady’s blow. Six prisoners in the county jail, including three insane. Carrie Meyers of Seguin attends a Ridge Hall dance. Jerrenson’s horse runs away, spilling ice cream. Brazos river overflows spark farming optimism. May Sunday-school picnic planned. H&TGC trains delay eastbound passengers. Mayor’s court fines two, one discharged. Brenham crops look good. overflow fer tilizes land. Truck Growers report 400 carloads of melons. next meeting set. Texcity busy with cotton choppers crowds. Mr Bex Rienands and Miss Maud Porter wed in Austin.
Malfest Committee Meeting Proceedings and Preparations
A Malfest meeting chaired by Judge L. Kirk and Secretary J. M. Byrnes reviewed minutes and assigned tasks. The music, tournament, water and light, printing, decoration, and games committees updated plans, with $60 for the tournament and $50 for children's games. Firemen and military in uniform gain free gate entry. procession extended to two days. invitations sent to O. C. O. for participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hook
L. Kirk
J. M. Byrnes
E. P. Curry
I P. Simmons
I N. Bettison
T. A. Low
J. H. Ledlie
I. N. Bettison
F. W. Schuerenberg
Albert Werner
R. A. Schuerenberg
Frank Dobert
Lizzie Dwyer
Committee of Games For
Bastrop and
Bellville Fire Departments
O. C. O. Society
Burglars Take Provisions From Eldridge Store Saturday
Burglars pried open the tran som over the side door of Mr B Eldridge store on Saturday night. They used a light wagon at the back door to haul off bacon meal flour six or eight bottles of whiskey and tobacco. The thieves resembled Mr Williams one of the clerks. The amount taken is uncertain due to the wagon load attempt.
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B. Eldridge
Williams
Wasker
No Hope for Price Rise In Light of Global Cotton Supply
A market observer argues against rising prices citing ten year crop growth and world supply about twelve million bales versus demand just over nine million. He notes a poor crop could boost supply later with acreage, while a good year could push output to eight to nine million bales, further depressing prices.
Brenham Urged for State Militia Encampment Grounds
The notice invites bids for permanent militia encampment grounds due by May 10. Sealed offers require 80 acres and Brenham is touted as ideal, with central location, rail access from four lines, two leading companies, and strong military interest. Officials estimate annual encampment costs between 240,000 and 100,000 dollars. Brenham could donate land to win the site.
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Brenham
Wheat shipment from Sumner county to Galveston noted
A Kansas Sumner county wheat load of 29 carloads traveled by train to Galveston for the Texas Star Flour Mills. The train carried a thousand dollar horse pair in the rear car and highlighted Kansas superior wheat while Texas seeks local home consumption. Trains between Hempstead and Chappell Hill paused due to high water, with service resuming on a regular schedule once subsidence occurs. The Berlin Sunday fest drew many from the city with mixed pastimes and music into the night.
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Texas
Summer County
Kansas
Texas Star Flour Mills
Galveston
Sumner County
Baxsex
Act
Hempstead
Chappell Hill
Berlin
Burglars Strike Mrs. Wilson’s Home for Groceries and Hens
Thieves entered Mrs. Mattie Wilson’s residence in the southern city district Tuesday night, stole groceries and crockery, then took a dozen hens from the fowl house. Local residents plan to use shotguns to deter such nocturnal thefts, deeming their peeping operations a growing menace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mattie Wilson
Brazos Flood Delays Texas & Pacific Railway Service
The H T G R y passengers were ferried at Brazos on Monday as the line’s track remained underwater. Trains ran only sporadically since heavy rains, with four engines needed to navigate the submerged section. Mail and passenger service shifted to boats. freight trains halted. Quarry workers quitting reduced force, operations suspended until new labor arrives from Galveston likely by Friday.
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The
Brazos
Sarvepay
Galveston
Local Captains to Judge Taylor Rockdale Drill at Fair
Capt J M Byrnes and R A Heartfield have accepted invitations to attend the Wil Hinmson county fair in Taylor on May 6 and serve as judges in the prize drill between the Taylor Rifles and the Rockdale Rifles. They will depart for Taylor next Tuesday.
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J. M. Byrnes
R. A. Heartfield
Wil Hinmson
Brenham Eyes State Militia Encampment Ground
A large Brenham meeting at the Board of Trade rooms urged securing the permanent encampment grounds for the State militia. Capt. Byrnes and Capt. Harrison spoke on benefits, a finance and grounds committee were formed, and Brenham’s bid efforts were set for a Friday deadline and Austin visit.
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Board of Trade and
Citizens
Board of Trade
Brenham
Peops
J. M.es
H. Becker
Harry Haynes
Byrnes
Harrison
Haynes
H. Muller
E. Reichardt
A. Harrison
R. A. Heartfield
H. Hodde
C.brockschmidt
W. A. Wood
B. Lehmann
F. Fischer
A. Werner
T. A. Low
Austin
D. G. Giddings
B. Bryan
J. M. Byrnes
A. C. H. Schweiss
H. Stone
B. Eldridge
W. W. Searcy
Kemp Area Church Growth and Local Crime Notes
Notes report two Kemp churches built with a third Baptist planned after contracts for a Methodist church were let on the 18th. A jail capture in Fort Worth is cited, plus a Montague stabbing incident under a Lord threat. Roberts County sheriff, jailed for embezzlement, faces a $50 reward.
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Kemp
Baptist
Barney Morrison
T. Worth
Roberts County
Richland
Corsicana
French chemists identify odor from mould after rain
Two French chemists Monsieur Berthelot and Andre investigated the cause of the strong odor rising from vegetable mould after rain. They identify an aromatic organic compound as the essential principle, scent resembling camphor. The compound is present in mould at a few millionths, yet one three millionth of a gram can produce a noticeable smell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Berthelot and
Andre
Sentiment Grows for Electing Senators by the People
A trend favors constitutional change to elect U S Senators directly by voters. Supporters argue it expands democracy and reduces political machine influence. opponents caution about potential regional representation concerns.
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United States
Protect Your Health with Hostetter Stomach Bitters
The piece urges care in cold damp weather noting slowed digestion and excretion. It promotes Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as the safest thorough tonic and alterative to open up and regulate the system, reduce rheumatic pain and dyspepsia, and renew vigor and spirits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parsons
And Kindred Diseases of Spring Discussed
Synopsis of a medical lecture by Dr S B Hartman of Columbia discusses spring sickness. It describes how sudden warm weather strains digestion and blood, causing skin eruptions and kidney issues if untreated. It advocates Peruna and Manalin as proven spring remedies with guidance and free pamphlets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Hartman
Columbia
Peruna Medicine Company of
Columbus
Dissolution and New Partnership Formed in 1891
Dissolution notice states Vinson Cleveland and Lott dissolve by mutual consent. J B Vinson assumes all liabilities and continues the land business. G W Cleveland and W C Lott form a new co partnership handling general land business from 620 Congress Avenue. April 18, 1891.
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Vinson, Cleveland & Lott
Mutual
J. 8
Vinson
Geneusiness
West 7Th Street
G. W
Cleveland
Wm. C. Lott
Congress Avenue
Stolen or Strayed Blooded Horse Near Brenham
Notice of a six year old blooded horse branded GL on left hip missing from the owner near Brenham on October 4 1890. No halter when he left. Reward of $10 for recovery. Address provided.
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Brenham
Fee
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