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Newspaper
Brookshire Times
Location
Brookshire, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1926
Page
1
A reader laments the Ku Klux Klan's silence on politics while noting squawks from supporters of kluxer politicians. The piece questions candidates who deny Klan ties, cites a Houston Chronicle take on libel law, and warns about perjury in gubernatorial primary procedures. Continued on page five.
Big Free Barbecue arranged by the Tax Payers Association of Waller County will be held Wednesday June 23 in Sunny Side at Stefka's pasture. About three to four thousand people are expected to attend. Hon T. H. McGregor of Austin will be the principal speaker at 2 PM with morning talks by other speakers. Everyone invited and bring friends.
The Waller County Democratic Executive Committee met at the Kempstead courthouse on June 12 to appoint election judges for the July 24 primaries and to approve a pledge requiring candidates to affirm residency and party loyalty. A formal test for candidates was adopted, with deadlines for filing, expense reporting, and ballot placement procedures outlined for the upcoming county and precinct races.
The Luthern Sunday School and friends enjoyed a shaded picnic at the Besse's Creek schoolhouse. Dinner was served at 12:30, followed by games for children and entertainment for adults. Lemonade and cakes were served at 6, with attendees calling the day delightful.
Mrs. W. R McCauley and nephew Floyd McCauley visited Houston last Tuesday. Loney Ford Hoskins of Beaumont spends the summer with the McCauley boys. Mrs. J. G. Kellner and daughters Ella and Matilda spent Monday and Tuesday in Houston. Roy Muske and Warren Garrett attended a rodeo in Sealy last Sunday. That is what Warren said.
A dance is scheduled at the Aurora School house on Saturday night June 19 with music by the Hovas Bros. Orchestra. Olie DeWitt has returned to Houston after visiting his sister Mrs. W. D. Mills. Mrs. W FE Hall of San Marcos visited Mrs. Joe Smith for several days this week.
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