Grant visit stuns Galveston as politics and rumors swirl
Galveston hosts Gen. Grant with a buoyant crowd and a two and a half column spread describing the harbor, bunting, and street crowds. The era of political talk continues with Dallas and McKinney dispatches on conventions, speeches, and party dynamics.
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Editorial on Executive Clemency and Texas rail plans
The Galveston News analyzes executive clemency by comparing Eatin and Meyers cases, urging a reform to move pardoning power to a neutral body. It also notes ex Governor Hompard's hint of a Texas narrow gauge railroad reaching Waco, potential Santa Fe connections, and a Austin Republican state convention update. A Tenth Cavalry officer, Cart. GOA. Aames, faces dismissal after multiple courts martial.
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Amber cane attracts attention in Texas sugar cane trials
The article notes Amber cane drawing interest in Gonsales county and Fayette county where climate suits its growth. It claims nine weeks to mill readiness, reports on sugar from sorghum, and potential to open a new industry with low initial cost. It compares Amber favorably to ribbon cane and rubber sugar varieties.
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Judge Broaddus for district judge in 32d district
Announcement that Hon. A S Broaddus current incumbent seeks the district judgeship for the 32d judicial district comprising Lee Burleson and Washington counties Judge Broaddus appointed by Governor Roberts to fill an unexpired term and is described as able impartial and long serving he runs as a Democrat but will not make party issues in the race The piece argues for his qualifications and impartiality in the judiciary and notes the bar support and citizen confidence.
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Editorial notes on politics crime and commerce in Texas
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