25 Oct 1878
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Newspaper
Brenham Weekly Banner
Location
Brenham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1878
Page
1
The issue lists advertising rates, obituaries, and subscriptions for the Stenham Banner. It reports naval readiness with about fifty seaworthy vessels, European war news from London to Paris, and political tensions in Missouri and national parties. It notes Indian raids, local county politics, and the rise of electric light tech as a coal gas alternative.
In this county many independent candidates run but none stand a chance of election. The piece argues they all work in the interest of the Republicans despite any individual views.
A gathered group of manufacturers merchants and citizens held a cowserine in Chicago. Gen Cyrus Bussey president of the New Orleans chamber of commerce delivered an address. Resolutions endorsed affordable cross continental transport to the Pacific coast and the completion of the Texas and Pacific railroad.
The Galveston News is criticized for not matching the interior press in lowering election ticket prices to two dollars per thousand. Davis mobilizes to elect Jones, employing strikers to influence the district’s colored vote. White voters are urged to back Hancock, a candidate of proven ability.
Marshat Russett delivered his remarks at Hempstead on Thursday. Gov. Davis was treated without gloves. Democrats appeared to enjoy the speech about their old enemies. Straight Republicans cheered while Greenbackers grimaced, a dish of crow for them.
A. Jack Evans delivered a strict party speech in Waco praising Republicans on high moral grounds while criticizing greenbackers. He urged colored men to cultivate friendly feelings toward whites, contrasting with a 1876 Brendan speech that depicted Democrats as corrupt.
County politics heat up as election day nears with a through party bid. The Democratic county ticket is urged to be voted as a straight ticket for the party’s overall success.
Adherents of Davis and his bid to carry the colored vote split the party. Marshal Russell aims to widen the rift by urging all Republicans, black and white, to back a Dallas straight State ticket and Hancock for Congress. The fractured factions may kill the party. the Greenback party faces two natural, peaceful deaths after November.
The State presses for tougher criminal code enforcement, arguing wealth influences juries and judges. It cites murder as needing harsher punishment and cites cases like Crawford's escape and Hunt's pursuit as evidence of lax enforcement. It urges public sentiment to back stricter courts and officers.
A Huntsville Jem correspondent notes that the gentlemen canvassing for the State ticket visit strong Democratic counties and enjoy chicken-pie, while they avoid counties with radical majorities where the most work is needed.
The crushing defeat of the Ohio greenbackers suggests the financial question may not dominate the next presidential race. Secretary Sherman plans to resume specie basis on January 1 1879 if he proceeds, signaling a move toward currency stability.
The Brenham Volésbete urges Republicans to vote for Dallas nominees for state officers and denounces the Greenback ticket as a fraud. It contends the Democratic ticket is preferable and suggests straight Republicans should vote Democratic, though it says readers may ignore the advice.
Official returns show Barnes ahead for secretary of State with 274 120 against Paige 270 966. Greenback 38 332 and Prohibitionist 4 674 vote totals indicate a narrow Republican win and strong Greenback influence. Analysts claim Republicans split Greenback support to defeat the state ticket.
The piece urges conservative white men in Washington County to unite beyond long standing racial divides to dispel a metaphorical black cloud and foster lasting improvement.
The Brenham Hook and Ladder company celebrated its fifth anniversary with a parade Friday afternoon. The event featured a decorated hook and ladder truck drawn by two grey horses, Grand Marshal P W Connell on a charger, Voss' band, Brenham Greys, and Mechanics Engine company in red shirts and black trousers. About twenty Hook and Ladder members closed the procession, as locals, including many ladies, watched the display with admiration.
Mr A H Adams of Burleson County is described as a capable Democrat candidate for Floater. The text mentions Alonzo Siedge as an opponent and refers to freedmen in a negative light.
An 19th century advertisement promotes Green's August Flower as a universal cure for liver and dyspepsia, claiming wide use and relief after three doses. Parker's Ginger Tonic is endorsed for nursing mothers to strengthen health and calm infants, with further praise for Scanman’s Liver Restorative as a trusted, mineral-free remedy used by many citizens.
Farm notice describes a 330 acre homestead located in Austin County with 7 carloadable sections and prairie pasturage. references land quality and potential improvements. For details contact local authorities.
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