Weekly Banner misreads politics and finance in 1880s Texas
The item reviews party splits in the United States with notes on Texas bonds, railroad duties, and harbor bills. It mentions Dow brothers as British subjects, a fire in Copenhagen, Maj. Ochiltree in Washington, and rail freight savings from water transport. It covers a local fire of public notice, a railway disaster inquiry, and calls for a Texas Democratic county convention in Brenham. The column laments mob actions and praises wool growth prospects in Texas.
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Washington
Texas
Ochiltree
Galveston County
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National
Democratic Committee
Cincinana
United States Congress
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Monroe Sues Denman for Defamation in Crockett Suit
General T. A. Monroe of Crockett files a defamation suit against W. J. Denman of Angelina County. Plaintiff seeks damages of ten dollars in the case filed locally.
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W. J. Denman
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McLeary Named as Attorney General Candidate Hopeful
The piece notes Hon. J. H. McLeary of San Antonio as a sought nominee for Attorney General. It recalls his Civil War service, education at Chappell Hill and Washington College, and legal career in Columbus and San Antonio. It discusses Texas Republicans backing Grant and the looming Cincinnati convention with Democratic split risks.
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New Mexico
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Texas
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National Committee
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Lincoln
Lamar County Seeks Courthouse Funds Via Bond and Tax
The Lamar county electorate debates financing a new courthouse. The plan favors a small annual levy until funds accumulate, noting the old courthouse remains serviceable for now. The proposal estimates a twenty cent tax on every hundred dollars, yielding about five thousand dollars under current assessments.
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Lamar County
Washington County
Reagan Cleared In Recon Charge By Washington Reporter
Tur Basxer notes Hon Jno H Reagan’s vindication in a congressional Recon article. Reagan says he declined interviews and rejects imputed language. The St Louis public schools adopt etiquette in the curriculum, with the New York Herald urging similar moves.
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New York
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St. Louis
New York Herald
Two-Thirds Rule Criticized in San Antonio Editorial
An editorial attacks the two-thirds rule in party conventions, arguing it allows minority filibuster and defeats majority will. It cites past contests over congress nominations and urges voters to support abolishing the rule to empower the majority.
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Congress
Schleicher
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Aged Mr Kidd of San Felipe Interviewed in Houston
Mr Roaret Kipp of San Felipe Austin county was in Houston the other day and interviewed by the Houston da st. Mr Kidd is now 106 years of age and is yet hale and hearty. He has been frequently been mentioned in the news.
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Editorial Opinion on Governor Roberts and Texas Politics
A dense column of editorial commentary from Dallas papers endorses Governor Roberts, critiques the pay as you go policy, and discusses finances, immigration, education, and crime. It notes support for Roberts in northern Texas, mentions Texas bonds, and lists various national and state items, including Indian affairs, newspapers, and local happenings.
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Outrage in South Carolina Ends in Mob Violence
A Black man accused of raping a white woman was arrested and while en route to jail was seized by the outraged relatives and shot repeatedly. The incident reflects strong community anger and raises questions about mob action versus legal process.
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Washington, D. C
Texas
South Carolina
San Antonio Thoughtful Debate on Capital Punishment Policy
Report summarizes county officials and local figures debating capital punishment and political influence as editors from St. Louis comment on party dynamics. Mentions Judge Noonan, Lanham, Huntsville, and future gubernatorial implications amid press activity and primary delegate instructions.
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Beer Train Heads for Galveston with Twenty Car Loads
A beer train departs St. Louis bound for Galveston carrying twenty car loads of beer. The dry laws of Galveston require a heavy shipment to keep the whistle wet, promising several days of activity. A man in Matamoras barred his hearse from crossing, citing the coffin bought by an opposition house as the reason.
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