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Newspaper
Brookshire Times
Location
Brookshire, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1913
Page
1
Multiple deaths reported as Veazey flood surge swept through the region late Sunday. Property loss runs into hundreds of thousands with houses, barns, fences, and crops destroyed along the Brazos River. Livestock losses appear minor compared to structural and farm losses as families flee rising waters.
Reports describe marooned residents, floating houses, and relief drives organized with donations. A government supervised car of provisions arrived from Houston and Texas towns pledge aid. Rail service resumes after flood damages. local fire precautions urged for upcoming holidays.
A community sketch lauds J D Cooper a Brookshire grocer and respected local businessman. The narrative highlights his stock choices, honesty, customer relations, civic involvement, and impact on town development alongside mentions of other notable locals and the upcoming Christmas season.
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