25 May 1877
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Newspaper
Brenham Weekly Banner
Location
Brenham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1877
Page
1
Fragmented account describes seizures, murders, and political tension in Sher et Browmi County. Reports note militia actions, outlaws, and fear among settlers amid social unrest and violence. The text mentions military musters, a female college medal, and a looming crackdown, with references to Governor Grant.
The article argues the cotton tax refund is just and constitutional, urging the government to repay any unjust levy. It claims the public interest requires honesty and accountability in addressing tax grievances.
The concurrent opinion in Texas wheat regions holds the current crop the best ever in the stage and beyond rust or disaster. With high prices for wheat, farmers who planted wheat anticipate easier times due to their wise land choices.
The Fort Worth Standard argues that land and other property taxes exceed annual state expenses and that a ten dollar per person occupation tax is more than enough to run the state government. The paper urges repeal of these oppressive taxes for the benefit of Texas citizens.
Volume rails against federal patronage for Republicans tied to Simon pure stock. Promotes quarantine for new converts, purging democracy for party unity. Praises Gen. Jo Johnston’s Texas tour and the enduring loyalty of soldiers to his leadership.
The Savannah ad notes a $40 Singer sewing machine sale halving the former price with a quality guarantee. The Montgomery Advertiser comments that prices may drop further as patent expirations loom, while Bellville dealer P Wolnitzek earns praise for sturdy, affordable furniture amid hard times.
Vague exchange about whether the father of a tenant will move out soon. The readable line shows confusion and garbled phrases with missing names and clear actions. The source text is too damaged to extract concrete details or outcomes.
In New York state an interior city vacancy looms as the postmaster may be retained. The widow of a Quster massacre victim, subsisting on a fifteen dollar pension, expected the post but was passed over for the incumbent who benefits from long tenure. Reform rhetoric contrasts with a formal commission, sparking critique that civil service reform remains hollow.
The piece urges full determination to deserve success in any vocation. It argues obstacles arise daily and no one should expect constant smooth sailing. Success comes from persistent effort guided by reason and resolve.
A historical critique compares revived efforts to the Whig party to a corpse beyond revival. Despite galean energy and presidential patronage, the body remains lifeless, with only Gabriel’s horn suggested as any possible spark of life.
The author notes observing crowds from a residence while riding a bicycle and reflects on sensing many people on the streets last Sunday. They claim this allowed them to see two energetic idlers on the streets without being aboard the same boat, inviting readers to understand their perspective.
An aged Texan, Co. Ep. Beeurson, died in Austin on Saturday morning. He was well known in the state and served nobles of the nation, with peace requested for his ashes.
Texarkana erects a forty thousand dollar cotton compress and San Antonio plans a narrow gauge line to the Rio Grande. Wheat crops surge in North Texas, cattle shipments rise, and police capture Jack County rustlers. A murder near Refugio and clashes in Robeson county draw notices. manufacturing and tariffs shift on cotton and sewing machines.
Me W P Quien of Fort Bend County demonstrates potato potential by growing over two hundred bushels from four barrels of seed this spring. A sample sent to the Galveston News weighed three quarters of a pound, with two dozen tubers equal to half a bushel. He argues profits lie in crops besides cotton and notes easy shipment to Southwest markets. Citizens visiting Houston’s fair may seek lodging at Barnes House, the rebuilt Old Capital, offering liberal rates.
Cart A B Coggeshall is declared a defaulter and relieved of the Hempstead postmastership. The report notes a replacement from Ohio is expected to take the position shortly.
A first class Sabbath School held a Friday picnic in a grove near Brenham. Attendees included T. J. Dodson Independence W. B Riggs Brenham L. P. Swafford Austin. After dining, Daniel Henderson Ed Curry Finney Bryan William Wilson J. P. Kramer gave declamations amid games and singing.
Galveston liquor dealers obtain a writ of injunction blocking Tim from collecting state and county taxes on liquor sales, effectively delaying tax payments pending court action.
The piece discusses the Turco-Russian war and the potential influence over the Muslim world by the Prophet’s standard. It then shifts to a dental and digestive health ad noting that over seventy five percent of Americans suffer from dyspepsia and liver complaints. It promotes August Flower by E. Iahn & Co with a 7d cent bottle and a 10 cent sample, claiming relief after two doses.
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