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Newspaper
Brenham Weekly Banner
Location
Brenham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1878
Page
2
reports from the Rio Grande to Houston discuss quarantines and fever in New Orleans, pirate-like rumors, and steamer car stoppages. Judge Garvin elected Chattan Nation governor. rich man J W Mackey claims $13 million yearly. A margin of crime, punishment, and political note threads through San Antonio, Denison, Galveston, and Little Rock.
The Marshall board of health ordered postmasters to receive only first class mail excluding newspapers. A cordon of pickets surrounds town. reasons unclear. Reports cite school funding, mine discoveries, postal anxieties, Brigham Young family news, new quarantine rules in Houston, and General Joseph E. Johnson as DemocraticCongress candidate with a long Civil War record.
A Galveston group including W. Poaragpenan and Jno. E Owess endorses a party nominee in the Fifth Congressional District. The document argues independents would harm the democracy and urges support for the recommended candidate against opposition from an independent.
Reports from September 3 to 4 describe 327 deaths and 83 new cases with widespread suffering in New Orleans and surrounding towns. Messages note relief efforts by Express and Western Union for free contributions. The piece also covers droughty bank ruin laws, railroad delays, and cattle shipments from New York to Liverpool, hinting at Texas beef profits.
A fragment notes a large sale at the Star Auction House with emphasis on distressed goods and brisk bidding. The readable text hints at a rapid liquidation event and active participation by local buyers.
Advertises men’s shirts drawers collars ties hats wrappers and the latest novelties at D. W. Bloom bargain shop.
A Pursis Restaurant offering a square meal priced at a mere quarter. The notice highlights the value for foxes seeking a simple, economical bite in town.
The article highlights divisions within Democratic circles over Hancock and Schleicher in Congress. Hancock faces opposition for his resume on the resumption act, while supporting the Austin platform and inflation views. Schleicher similarly debates Bland silver bill and currency relief amid limited circulating coinage.
The St. Louis Globe Democrat reports the Knights of Labor may number 800 050 nationwide with over 90 000 in Pennsylvania, suggesting clandestine organization at Reading after last year’s railway strike and aims to dominate labor unions, with ties to Greenbackers and a St. Louis based treasurer.
The Washington Star notes that nominations suggest a largely new House of Representatives. In the tenth congressional district about half the candidates have been put forward, with many results still uncertain. If current trends hold, more than half of present members may retire at the end of their terms, with change expected to be even more decisive.
Citizens' meeting elects a standing committee to raise funds for yellow fever relief. Contributions accepted at F A Engelke's bank and at D W Bloomburgh and Reichardt Seelhorst stores. C Gannett serves as Chairman and W B Rises as Treasurer.
Jes received, Straw Tours showcases Bloombars and new items priced from 25¢ and up at DOW venue.
The Galveston News condemns Dr. Rutherford health officer of Houston for threatening quarantine to block the Morgan Line steamship New York. The paper asserts no infectious cases exist in Galveston and cites dispatches showing pressure to alter restrictions. Galveston officials publicize the dispute and defend local health status.
Vienna reports the storm devastation worsened with over 600 corpses found and 200 people still missing. Erlan, capital of Henes county on the Eger river, 65 miles from Perth, saw the river overflow and breach town walls. Entire rows of houses collapsed and many residents drowned.
Archbishop Purcell denounces Kearney as a low vulgar rascal and denies him any sympathy or influence. The piece notes Butler dropped Kearney after one meeting, showing his insignificance. Also advertised: three button kid gloves in assorted sizes and colors for 75 cents a pair at D. W. Bloumbagh's.
Houston Health Officer imposes quarantine on Galveston citing health threat from New York ships. Galveston officials protest, detailing lines Mallory and Morgan and asserting unequal treatment. Galveston railroad officers are notified to enforce the seal.
Flour sells at 250 per hundred in Denton. Eight new brick buildings rise in Kosse Limestone county. Texas to hang Bil Longley and John Speer. Frauds alleged in East Texas penitentiary construction. C I Martin teams with J B Roberts at Dallas Morning Carrier. Remier warns Denton business risk without a railroad. A country wedding forced a man to wed. Frank Redman arrested for $8.30 theft in Houston. Mrs. McBride dies in coal oil burn accident. Greenbackers demoralized in Falls county. colored majority ticket led to white bolt.
For sale a residence with four rooms suitable for a family, including a servants room, fine cistern and ample stock water. Convenient location and wood supply. Will be sold at a bargain to an applicant. See Secouiaire, apply at the Ban.
A public barbecue and political gathering is planned for Saturday at Schoenau Barbecue starting 9 AM with music and a grand dance on the platform. Citizens from Austin and nearby counties are invited to hear speeches on reform and home rule, with admission 50 cents for gentlemen and free for ladies.
Public notice from Washington County Texas cites executor A Randle about M J Randle deceased. It states appearance and contest at County Court in Brenham on the third Monday in September 1878. Dated August 26 1878 with clerk H M Lewis seal and deputy signature.
The County Court of Washington County issues a notice in Brenham Texas for Louis Scott minor. The guardian seeks an order of guardianship affecting four hundred and two tenths acres of land in the county. Affects all interested parties, hearing set on the fourth Monday in November 1878 at the county courthouse in Brenham.
On the 2d day of September 1878 Monday a legal sale will convey two acres of land known as the Mazin tract on Run Creek in the county and state. The sale description follows the trust deed and the trustee W B Denson will make conveyance to the purchaser as authorized.
Probate notice to Wash ing County officials and interested parties. Gabriel Gaberias seeks discharge from his role as administrator. A court hearing begins September 1878 in Brenham. interested persons must contest the application or face penalties. The document is certified by Clerk H. M. Lewis and deputy C. Herbst.
Real estate listing describes a brick store building with brick kitchen, bath house, outhouses, a good water well and cistern. Seven well ventilated rooms upstairs, private stairs and two entrances, south facing windows. Located on Sandy Street in the city business area. Contact Gabriel Sch Ang. 9 W. Tm.
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