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Newspaper
Brenham Weekly Banner
Location
Brenham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1890
Page
2
A mixed Brenham Banner page item notes advertising rates, agents, and tributes. It then cites a flood of short items: telegraphers organizing in Chicago, American Humane Society in Nashville, Iowa rail project, Cleveland in Washington, Indian Territory tensions, Bankers Loan and Investment Company charter, and several European and U S political and industrial updates.
A local newspaper column argues for Democratic victory in the November 4 election. It critiques Republican contender J W Flanagan, praises Governor candidate J S Hogg, and outlines strategies for GOTV, voter education, and party organization through Election Day. It highlights Felder’s reelection prospects, mentions local candidates Cain Moore and King, and notes county finances and court activity.
The piece notes Laredo rising from 3,521 in 1880 to 11,313 in 1890, while Brenham lagged. It credits Laredo's aggressive promotion and favorable location with attracting buyers and settlers despite Brenham’s stronger pricing and better surrounding country.
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