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Newspaper
Brenham Weekly Banner
Location
Brenham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1891
Page
6
The Weety Banner notes banking expansion in the South, warns of Rome's possible papal departure, and reports food shortages yet hopes for farmers to raise staples and cotton profits. It cites Russia halting oats exports, praise for McKinley Campbell debate, and a levee breach near New Orleans submerging tracks.
The October issue of the Southern Horticulturist and Farmer from Bryan highlights prominent horticulturists with illustrations. It spotlights Mr. Wm. Watson of this place, proprietor of Rosedale nursery and a veteran nurseryman of Texas.
Tar Hempstead reports the Texas railroad commission has raised freight costs on cotton to 50 cents per bale, harming farmers and merchants shipping to Houston and Galveston. He recalls wartime levies and criticizes alleged despotic freight-rate promulgation under the commission’s authority. Clara Marie Marsad discusses acting essentials and stage temptations, noting future writings could provoke controvery.
A stock company with a hundred dollar capital is formed to place a paper exhibit at the Columbian Exposition. All American paper makers and paper machinery manufacturers may subscribe. Pledges are deferred until outsiders have a chance to participate to dispel money-making notions. A five member committee, appointed by President M J Fitch, will handle the matter and send a representative to the Boston Paper Trade Club meeting on the third Wednesday in November.
The New Delta notes the unveiling in Atlanta of a Grady memorial honoring Henry W. Grady for uniting North and South. It cites his peace driven mission and the nationwide, unsolicited donors who funded the monument within thirty days. His memory, life, and ideals are praised as a model for national harmony.
Farm and Ranch endorses a movement led by E. W. Kirkpatrick of McKinney and others to expand Texas fruit production. The piece argues that Texas imports apples peaches grapes and plums from Arkansas Kansas California and New Mexico while eastern and central parts of the state have ample fruit land. It calls for home cultivation to supply local markets and exports to places with shorter growing seasons.
Russell Sage urges boys to pursue education despite costs, via self study or school programs. He highlights honoring parents, reading good books, especially the Bible, and learning history, science, and statecraft to build a foundation for a successful career. He warns against reading trashy books.
In a World’s Fair lead up report the piece notes Chicago coverage in Cosmopolitan magazine with 25 pages on the city by Col Charles King. It highlights alfalfa farming in Colorado crafted by John Brishen Walker and drawn by Count Jacassy and Harry Fell with sketches.
The Times-Democrat notes almost all southern Latin republics have seen revolutions or insurrections recently and adds Paraguay briefly joined the trend before being defeated. the piece urges U S influence to promote stable government while expanding trade. The article argues political instability harms trade and calls for reforms.
Concession granted to M Stepanii to erect a Moorish palace at the World’s Fair. He plans to display $1,000,000 in gold coin in one pile guarded by a fire and burglar proof vault with electric security. The space allocated for the palace is 2 1x 2 5 feet, with guards ready to seal the doors if theft occurs. Ex statesman Ingalls falls ill and cancels lecture engagements.
The October 24 Manufacturers' Record notes widespread financial gains in the South with record cotton receipts and heavy foreign shipments. Iron markets strengthen as capital seeks regional investment, rail traffic booms, and several large new enterprises form including multi million dollar Sheffield deals and multiple WV company incorporations.
United States Minister Egan formally protests to Chile over the Valparaiso siege of Baltimore sailors. He cites bayonet wounds and police involvement, notes 35 sailors detained, and seeks immediate explanation and compensation per Washington directives.
An 19th century note extols Stomach Bitters as a preventive and remedy against malaria in fever-prone regions, touting digestion aid and overall strength. Also reported is New York detectives exposing a green goods operation, arresting Frank Brooks and Terrence Murphy, with 3000 letters and 500000 circulars traced to buyers nationwide. Inspector Byrnes to pursue further correspondence cases.
McElree's Wine of Cardus and THEDFORD'S BLACK DRAUGHT are sold by all Washington County dealers, indicating wide availability across the region. The notice lists these brands as stocked by local merchants for consumer purchases.
Recess storms in Spain and floods in England loom over a wide set of items. Marriage of young Doublin residents, a royal throne relapse, forger in Kansas City, and political shifts in Texas and Oklahoma appear amid reports on world fairs, industry, and conflicts abroad.
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