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Newspaper
Brenham Weekly Banner
Location
Brenham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1897
Page
4
The reading shows a montage of clipped items from 1897 covering Salvation Army evacuation of Temple Nashville? and various brisk notes. It mentions John Sherman to Alaska, slot machines ban in Chicago, armor plant site in Birmingham, Teller on gold and silver, a Texas rape-accusation phrase, Dallas News irrigation stance, and a Washington Post quote on politicians and statesmanship.
William J. Bryan arrived in Butte on the thirteenth amid cheers from 30,000 people. Police struggled to manage the dense depot crowd as he gave a brief speech noting the anniversary of his notification and acceptance speech.
It is reported two ships have been chartered to carry wheat from America to Rio Janeiro, aiming to meet demand in Brazil's port. The arrangement signals rising grain trade activity between the Americas and South America.
A large crowd welcomed Dr J Harvey Moore on his first Brenham morning visit. He treated Charlie Zernial for cross eyes without pain or bandages and many patients praised his alleged miraculous cures. He also touted his non ether anesthetic methods for granulated sore eyes and urged quick calls during his Brenham stay.
The New Orleans Picayune notes English roads are well kept due to strong construction and constant oversight. A county council, inspectors, road menders, and ready supplies maintain high standards, requiring a similar system here to rival Britain. The piece also reports on Texas Confederate Veterans events in Commerce, with Col. Lanham praising veteran valor and the memory of both Union and Confederate soldiers.
The St. Louis Republic notes the perilous plight of Mr Hanna in Ohio as the President and full Cabinet tour the state to support a candidate for United States Senator. The spectacle of a President appealing to voters to elect a senator is described as inspiring to the world.
The Beaumont Enterprise condemns Texas libel law as aiding rascality and corruption in public service. It argues the statute shields dishonest officials, comparing it to Weyler censorship and warning that laws will be violated where enforcement is weak or corrupt.
A gentle general rain Tuesday cooled the parched earth and revived withered herbage. No wind or lightning occurred. the shower washed gutters and sewers and banished dust, offering clean air and relief to the area.
Thomas Waitman was sworn in as city marshal Tuesday morning, marking his official assumption of the civic law enforcement post. He takes over duties from the previous marshal and pledges to uphold public safety in the city.
Mrs M K McPherson assumes editorial control of the Kyle Star Vindicator. The sister writer is described as able and spicy and returns to the journalistic fold at the local banner.
Dr. Swearingen is reported to be selecting a site for the Sabine Pass quarantine station as part of early containment efforts. The effort outlines locating a secure coastal area suitable for monitoring arrivals and enforcing health measures.
A daylit train of 21 cars from Buck's Stoves and Range Co. of St. Louis is to depart August 17 via the M. E. T. R. R. It will be elaborately decorated to signal prosperity and will begin four more trains of eighty cars each as shipments proceed. Cars are sent to local points near the M. K. & T. line with one car carrying Reichardt & Seelhorst and expected about August 24.
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