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Newspaper
Brenham Weekly Banner
Location
Brenham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1897
Page
8
The Weekly Banner reports Gen Gomez intensifying pressure on Spanish forces in Cuba while other items note fever epidemics in northern states and curfew effectiveness in Dallas. It also mentions political alignments in Virginia, Italy building warships, and poverty estimates in London.
The Gonzales Inquirer notes that without rain soon the demand for extra cotton pickers will fall, threatening labor needs in the section.
The German Epworth League of the United States wrapped its Cincinnati convention with a mass meeting held at Pike’s Opera House. Key leaders and delegates attended the event signaling a successful gathering in the city.
A noted remark argues the sugar trust should bid aggressively to own the pen used by William McKinley to sign the tariff bill, highlighting the historic artifact’s value and symbolism.
German military authorities announce that all bicycles used by the army will be produced in government establishments. The move centralizes manufacture and reduces reliance on private firms.
The English paper notes that at least 80 percent of objects labeled antique today were manufactured within the previous twelve years, challenging traditional notions of antiquity and provenance.
Although Japan was successful in her crusade against the Chinese, her reputation is not sufficient to justify any trifling with Uncle Sam. The remark underscores Washington’s warning stance amid Asian affairs and signals caution toward Tokyo’s moves.
Increased steamship transportation now serves Galveston New York Hamburg Bremen and Liverpool with two new lines recently added.
The question argues that a private business cutting employee wages when revenues fall is a practical response. It asks why the government should reject such a market-based adjustment rather than impose controls or redistribution, raising concerns about fairness, incentives, and economic stability.
A porch party is a gathering where guests scatter melon rind and cake crumbs on the porch rather than on the parlor carpets. The practice reflects a casual, outdoor social setting and a disregard for indoor mess.
A gold or similar ore body is reported near Randolph Michigan with assays ranging from 500 to 1000 dollars per ton. The find is described as the richest ever in the Seine river country, drawing attention from local observers and prospectors.
The court rules that selling adulterated food is illegal under the pure food act regardless of knowledge of the law, making sellers guilty whether aware of violations or not.
The body of a Chinese boy who died of Yellow fever aboard the Steamer San Juan at the quarantine station off San Francisco was ordered cremated by quarantine officials.
Mrs Phoebe A Hearst widow of the late Senator George Hearst was appointed by Governor Budd as a regent of the State University to succeed Col Charles F Croker. It marks the first time a woman has joined the board and honors her interest in education and philanthropy toward the University of California.
A Houston discussion centers on establishing a canning factory. Officials consider location, employment potential, and economic impact for the area as planners review feasibility.
The University of Illinois president Dr. Andrew White Draper warned that masses losing respect for law threaten the government. He cited riots and the Bryan vote as evidence while noting tariffs as benefiting the rich. The Weatherford Democrat mocked his claims as groundless fears of the electorate.
A vigorous protest is filed against the forced retirement of Professor Andrews from Brown University by fellow faculty and the Central Labor Union. The dispute promises complication and public interest as the matter proceeds.
The speaker condemns Bryanism as discontent and hurtful and asks what the late Congress did to dispel it. He accuses Congress of enlarging burdens on the poor and middle class while enriching a small army of mercenaries that prey on the nation.
The Henderson Times quotes a critic arguing that belief in government endurance without a large army to suppress miners and factory workers shows ignorance of history or foolishness. The remark frames opposition to strong labor unrest as a misreading of past events.
A new lead mine was found on Main Street in Joplin Missouri by two miners who extracted a ton of ore from a depth of seven feet. The mine will be developed with machinery.
The article predicts a prosperous year for farmers with large domestic crops and lighter overseas yields, leading to good prices for farmers. It also warns Klondike travelers to carry at least a year’s provisions, as transportation to Alaska will be blocked by early September due to heavy snow and ice.
The Chicago agent of the Traveler's Insurance Company receives home office instructions not to insure any persons traveling to the Klondike region due to extreme hazard and risk concerns.
The San Francisco Post decries constant tales of Klondike wealth and urges reporting on prospectors who went to the Yukon and returned empty handed. It notes harsh conditions, long overland travel, and that traders profit more from the gold rush hype than the miners.
An advertisement asserts deafness results from inflamed Eustachian tubes and catarrh. It claims topical applications fail to reach the diseased area and offers one hundred dollars for any catarrh deafness not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Circulars are sent free from Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio. Sold by druggists for 75 cents.
The Cincinnati Enquirer notes miners in Klondyke suffer despite gold, seeking food and clothing. It argues money has value only when goods exist, criticizing the monometallist view that gold has intrinsic value and asserting property is primary and money is a government convenience representing owed property.
Reports say Japan faces serious financial strain as treasury funds dry up. In the Mississippi valley, cotton worms are rapidly devouring cotton crops, signaling widespread agricultural damage and economic concern.
Tramps in Nebraska hijack trains and terrorize residents of small towns, causing fear and prompting local authorities to seek reinforced patrols and public safety measures.
A state order forcing women to work on the streets in Kansas has been abolished, marking the end of the regulation. The move removes required public labor, altering enforcement for female workers in the state.
Canada dispatches two additional custom collectors to the Alaskan border amid heightened border control. Officials say the move strengthens inspection capacity and cross border trade and security oversight.
Maryland Democrats nominate a full state ticket on a late date ballot platform. The action signals a unified slate headed by party figures aiming to present a cohesive campaign lineup.
Continuous heavy rain has drenched Boston and New York City in the past two weeks, disrupting travel and prompting flood concerns as streets flood and localized outages are reported.
Germany favors creating an open European trade league as a counter to the United States led bloc. The stance signals a push for economic integration in Europe to reduce dependence on American markets and influence.
The Baldwin locomotive works of Philadelphia have received orders for twenty locomotives destined for Japan. The shipment details indicate growing demand for steam power aboard Japanese rail lines.
Strong efforts are to be made by San Francisco hotel men to capture the National conventions in 1900 as planners seek city prestige and economic benefits from the event.
BA.rur says a change in the government of Ireland is an indispensable necessity. The admission is presented as essential for future stability and reform.
Iris reports that a colored man named Ferguson is slated to become the Austin Internal Revenue collectorship, with implications for local federal office administration.
A discernible decline is reported in the total quantity of goods presently stored in the bonded warehouses of the country. The observation suggests tighter import activity and potential shifts in trade and customs handling.
Iris reports that Japan has accepted Hawaii's tendered offer to arbitrate the dispute between the two nations. The decision signals a diplomatic shift toward a formal mediation process, with both sides awaiting details of the arbitration framework and timetable.
A parent recalls a two year old boy badly afflicted before finding Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. The remedy quickly cured him after other treatments failed, with a local Georgia user reporting a successful outcome and naming distributor R. K. E. Labn.
BounTIFUuL crops of all kinds have rewarded the labors of the Indian Territory farmers, and everybody is prosperous and hap py in that country.
Jeff Davis's portrait now occupies a position in the War Department building in Washington after being restored to its place by order of Secretary Alger.
Hon A Hamusen of La Grange represented the 10th district at the Waco Democratic conference and served on the committee on resolutions.
The rebels in Cuba are described as stronger and more disciplined than at any prior stage of the struggle against Spanish oppression, signaling a notable shift in the ongoing conflict.
The San Antonio Light notes John McLean would be Ohio senator if Democrats control the next Legislature. It states he is highly unpopular within his party yet has the situation well in hand.
The article reports that Powderly has been sworn in as immigration commissioner despite a Senate vote denying confirmation. It questions whether McKinley plans to push ahead, opposing the will of the people with forceful measures against labor leaders.
Dr J I Terry of Trimble Tennessee says Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy has almost become a necessity in the area. He calls it the best remedy for colic cholera morbus dysentery and diarrhoea with no other remedy as prompt effective or pleasant. Sold by R E Lu.
The Atlanta Constitution surveys upcoming battles in six states with Ohio as the focal point. It notes a push by Republicans amid a troubled economy and unfulfilled pledges, predicting a lively race that could shift control of the Ohio legislature and affect Senator Hanna's fate.
Canadian authorities have deployed mounted police and stationed them in Alaska mountain passes to monitor routes and enforce regulations. The move aims to deter smuggling and safeguard travelers through sparse terrain.
Many people now eager to reach Alaska will likewise rush to leave before next summer, signaling a swift shift in travel plans and mood among prospective migrants and adventurers.
Yellow fever has broken out among sailors aboard Spanish warships anchored near Havana port, with great suffering reported among the crew due to the outbreak.
Weatherford Democrat urges Texas students to consider local colleges and universities. Emphasizes native leadership, strong оборудования facilities, and patriotism as reasons to choose a Texas education over out-of-state options.
A powerful wind and rain storm struck Houston last Wednesday. The damage was concentrated in the business district with shattered windows, torn roofing, and dented cornices. The Capitol hotel roof tin was peeled back exposing interior rooms on the top floor. A large window frame at the Fannin street courthouse side collapsed into the civil district court room, smashing furniture and causing extensive damage.
An advertisement praises Swift's Specific as superior to other blood remedies, claiming it quickly treats obstinate diseases unseen by rival products. A testimonial from Thomas N. Tinney of Corpus Christi Texas describes years of scrofula and skin eruptions resisting physicians and topical treatments before trying the product.
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