Proposed constitutional amendments reform Texas judiciary
This Brenham Weekly item discusses a reform plan to curb court backlogs by creating a special supreme court of five to seven judges to clear unfinished business, consolidating the supreme court and court of appeals, and adding a chief justice. It also outlines changes to inferior courts, limiting justices and county court powers, and expanding district court jurisdiction to improve justice and speed.
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Court of Appeals
Qait
New York
Ohio
District Court
Owil
Vast Texan Local Notes From The Galveston Journal
The Galveston Journal reports on Gov Hampton being named United States Senator elect, Army strength at 24,766, and local volatility in Houston and Waco. It covers railroad talks from Waco to Palestine, Sabine Pass improvements, and a Houston pursuit of three desperadoes tied to Austin robberies. The piece also notes national political strife, Louisiana and South Carolina representation, and the push for a federal election supervision repeal.
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Alteen
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Matheny
Henry Freeling
Wise
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Henry
San Antonio
Henry Willis
Justice Brashear
Wood
Darlington
Walkers
Houston
Dickenson Station
Express
Joe H. Johnson
Harris County
Johnson
Willis
Walker
Baldguin
Winchester
Faro
Austin
Round Rock
Circlerville
Politically charged remarks and financial note mix from Mexia Ledger
The Mexia Ledger quotes on Democratic nominations and potential election outcomes. A British paper blames Russia for Afghan issues, while Freamec & Co of London failed in October with liabilities of 14 557 425. Their assets may cover about ten percent. New Orleans today hosts a big event with delegations from Mississippi valley cities and Texas cities well represented.
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London
New Orleans
Mississippi Valley
Texas
Montgomery Braie Endorses Tilde as 1880 Democratic Candidate
Braie writes that Tilde is the only available Democratic candidate for the presidency in 1880. The general stance among Democrats remains skeptical of this assertion.
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Montomery Braie
Tilde
Amman Dies in Charlottetown Jail After 15 Years
Amman died in the Charlottetown jail after a 15 year confinement for refusing to pay £50 a year to his divorced wife as ordered by the court. A Washington special notes Texas and Pacific railroad supporters are pursuing their measures with hope of success, repeating the plan from the last session.
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Amman
Charlottetown
N.S
Washington
Galveston News
Friends of the
Texas and Pacific Railroad
Southern and Western Democrats clash over resumption plan
The Washington Star reports southern members vow to drop the plan of resumption but demand abolition of the national banking system. Western members will join southern colleagues on this issue, signaling a split that threatens party unity with differing financial views.
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Washington Star
Commissioner Wilson Declines Bull Dozing Case Inquiries
United States commissioner Wilson of Navasota declines involvement in bull dozing cases. He cites presence at the election, Judge Duval's ruling that commissioners handle only internal revenue cases in their counties, and personal reasons for avoiding certain parties. He has investigated other cases and found nothing substantial.
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United States
Wilson
Navasota
Duval
Moore Case Goes to Trial in LaGrange District Court
District court sits at LaGrange for the Moore case amid a severance. Bird Moore on trial with sixty man special venire and six jurors chosen. Empanelling begun Thursday and witnesses present. Trial expected to extend beyond Tuesday.
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LaGrange
Ban-Ner
Moore
Bird Moore
Pistol Shooting Trend Rises in Navasota Town
The Trader reports rising pistol shooting interest in Navasota as the town marshal faces criticism for not curbing the practice. The piece notes community tensions and calls for law enforcement action amid volunteers and local residents.
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Navasota
Brenham Soap Endorsed as First Class Value in Region
Local endorsements praise a Brenham Soap for quality and fair price, noting it outperforms cheaper resins and offers superior cleansing. J A Wilkinson and others urge readers to adopt the soap, while Parker's Hair Balsam touted for its disinfectant scalp benefits and whitening effect. Reed E. Lahn invites trials to confirm merits.
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J. Rusios
Sonia
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Texas
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