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Newspaper
Brenham Weekly Banner
Location
Brenham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1897
Page
6
The item notes a July 15 vote on a new tariff bill and irrigation amendments is debated. It cites Western opinions on funding irrigation and cites comment on Cuba policy. It mentions Weyler seeking 60,000 troops and a denial from Mexico about a Tijuana gambling concession.
The Railway Lawyer's Pool Bill in the United States Senate is described as one of the most dangerous measures before the body. If enacted, it would transfer producers' earnings to railway managers with charges limited only by their rapacity. Southern senators are urged to oppose the bill to the bitter end.
The Washington Times quotes Senator Turpie arguing against a high tariff as a protectionist gimmick. He claims no tariff revenue reaches the public treasury and asserts the levy primarily cushions the value of shares and dividends for trusts operating in the United States.
Texas Farm and Ranch notes a compulsion of New York estates totaling 107 cases appraised over 200 000 dollars at owners' deaths, now rendered under oath at more than 3 million dollars. It argues current laws fail to deter wealth holders from tax avoidance and threatens prison if laws let evaders slip away.
The Kansas City Star cites Senator MecEnery of Louisiana confessing selfish motives behind tariff votes as part of a long pattern of self interest in the Senate. It argues past betrayals by lawmakers tied to sugar, coal and iron interests show why reform has stalled and warns of a future where honest senators curb corporate influence.
The Llano Times says Congressman Slayden betrayed his democratic roots by backing a bill that burdens American producers with higher costs. It accuses the Democratic Party of backing protectionist plunder, warns against endorsing the Dinghell bill, and argues tariff changes must cut taxes to win Democratic support.
A noisy sale listing cuts many items including ladies oxford ties from 1.00 to 4.00, men shirts and underwear at reduced prices, and wide yardage on fabrics like French Organdies and Demity. Largest shoe department in the city highlights low prices and season lines.
An assortment of mens and boys suits are advertised with deep discounts. Prices show original tags like 16.00 for all wool mens suits and 8.00 to 10.00 ranges for youths, cut to low figures. Sizes and exact items vary in this sale listing.
The notice lists yardage and discounted prices for fabrics including Figured Lawn and Dimity, White Lawn and Organdies, and Maslin de Soi with cuts to fractions of a cent and marked-down per-yard costs. It reflects a clearance in the White Goods Department with numerous entries and partial OCR errors.
Texas law exempts several groups from jury service including seniors over sixty, civil officers, ministers in active duties, doctors and lawyers, publishers and various workers, railroad officials, and active volunteer guards. The Cosmopolitan piece quotes Henry Morton on honest thinking failing in rulers and law, linking rhetoric to anarchist critique and moral decline.
aphoristic saying asserts that wealth is earned by living within means. it frames financial prudence as a safeguard against poverty rather than scarcity of income.
An informal gathering at Giddings' pre evening heard Judge Scurry explain the irrigation amendment and its impact on the drouth belt. Mr. B. Eldridge was elected chairman L. Z. Harrison secretary. A three member committee was created to seek official opinions from Gov. Culberson and Attorney General Crane on taxing Washington county school lands on the Concho river.
Senator Cureton denounces Hawaii annexation as a calculated scheme by American sugar interests to shield profits and expand ventures, arguing the move serves business greed rather than national interest.
A Texas Farm and Ranch article argues that the same cruel spirit harming animals could lead to murder, linking fear of law to broader violence. The piece frames animal abuse as a warning sign for societal danger and calls for stronger oversight.
Dr Felkin warns hypnotism is powerful yet dangerous in unskilled hands and urges prohibition of public exhibitions. He notes risks of lunacy and crime, and the need for full consent to hypnosis before any influence can occur. A Worcester inventor claims a bolt of artificial lightning and directional control for naval use.
Senator Allen opposed the sugar trust demands before the tariff committee declaring the country rotten with trusts. He argued every article we eat wear and use is controlled by trusts and that Congress judiciary and executive are impotent to act. He said federal laws exist but lack of zeal in enforcement prevents action.
Dr ParmnuRST announces plan to retire from politics and devote his future efforts solely to the ministry, stating a shift to religious duties and service.
The San Antonio Light treats Hawaii’s annexation as an unavoidable development, suggesting it will occur in the near future. The piece frames annexation as a settled outcome in the political landscape.
PIE-HUNTERS flocking to Washington seek official patronage crumbs from the administration. The article notes renewed activity by those hoping for appointments or favors as political access resumes.
Senator Teller predicts W. J. Bryan will be the Democratic nominee with silver forces uniting to back him at the convention. He states Bryan is the candidate and will receive timely support from the combined silver faction.
A personal friend of Hon. Jos. D. Sayers, a fellow soldier, backs him for congress as a straight blue Democrat. Yet he doubts Keoreans strong support for governorship will boost the party’s standing with the organized democracy in the state.
The Carlton Club in Lon owns the largest carpet at 340000, a notable asset highlighted in local records. The report emphasizes the carpet as a grand possession tied to the club, underscoring its value in the community’s property inventory.
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