Parker-Astin Hardware Company Gains Big Modern Storefront
The Parker Astin Hardware Company underwent ownership changes and a full remodeling to expand a large three floor building on Main Street. The first floor houses an extensive stock of hardware, crockery, and fancy goods. second floor features stoves, plumbing, and appliances. third floor stores more wares while the Bryan Street warehouse holds vast consignments including John Deere implements, barbed wire, and wagon goods. The firm, led by John K. Parker and John Astin, emphasizes capital and effort to run the large operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kasen Parwor
Aatia Hardware
Mateo Warehouse
Bryan
Ani
Hoe Wow Company
Instrummer
J. Allen
Myers
Avery
Tera
Hema
Rustratare
Bryan Street
John Deere Stark
John Deere
Kingswan
Peter
Studebaker
Binckamnitt
Nail
Atoe
Parker Astin Hardware Company
John K. Parker
John €. Astin
Parker Astin Hardware Company Aims for Bright Future
A historical notice presents a roster of officers and staff at Parker Astin Hardware Company. It praises the firm as a vigorous commercial force aiding the community and hints at a promising future for the business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wandier
Tere A Mertrom
Majek
Mr. Mulder
Tom Higgs
Jabin Tawieds
L. Mendola
Mise
Anton Thompson
WI Townsend
Parker-Astin Hardware Company
Boon Pal
Parker Asta Hardware Company
Democrats Gather in Washington for National Committee Meeting
Democratic leaders from across the nation arrive in the capital for the national committee meeting. Treasury funds for the 1908 campaign have been spent, with hope for fresh fundraising to fuel the party. New York hopes the convention will boost the city’s influence and help carry the state for Democrats in November.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
National Committee
National Campaign
Mubtard
Mack
New York
Deny for Steel Trust Inquiry Extends Ore Transport Case
A federal inquiry into the steel trust and ore transport was expected to conclude its phase one. An extension of time was granted by the United States Steel Corporation and allied parties in the Rover matter under Sherman antitrust law. The federal court at Trenton New Jersey approved the compromise with consent from District Attorney Vreeland and the Department of Justice in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesbiogum
Uinited States
Sleet Corporation
Rover
Sherman
Federal
Trenton
N. J
Tiktriet
Vreeland
Wanhington
New Jersey Supreme Court to Review Drinking Cup Law
Newark case challenges the New Jersey Utilities Commission order requiring railroads to provide sanitary drinking cups or water stations on trains. Attorney Frank J. Somer argues the board lacks power to mandate such service, contending water provision is not a proper railroad service item and exposed cups may be unsanitary without caps. He asserts water safety measures belong to broader consumer protections rather than railroad operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newark
Lackawanna
Erie
New Jersey
New Jersey Supreme Court
Trenton
Two New Gunships Planned for U S Navy
Washington dispatch says two battle ships were opened for bids at the navy department under the last session's authorization. Government yards may build them, private firms deeming it unprofitable. The vessels will be named Oklahoma and Nevada, with large engines and guns, resembling the Arkansas, and will be among the fleet’s most formidable fighting ships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Navy Department
Congress
Nce
Ahip
Slater Ahape
Arkansas
Winnipeg Gulf Highway plan aims to span US from North to South
York Worth Texas Jan k Advicot promote a proposed international highway stretching from Winnipeg to Texas. Two routes are outlined one via Dallas and the Houston Texas Central line and another near Fort Worth. Project aims to boost travel to lakes in summer and resorts in winter, enriching county seats and large cities along the path.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York Worth
Texas
Advicot
Emporia
Kan
Winnipeg
Castla
Griventon
Drason Wier
Dallas
Hounton & Texas Central Railroad
Fort Worth
Banta Py Frith Cromovers
United State
Millionaire Actress to Wed Boston Millionaire in January
New York reports actress Miss Jane Laurel and Boston millionaire Robert Jordan plan a January wedding. Laurel, once with Joan Drew, met Jordan at a dinner during his company’s Boston season. he will leave the stage. After a honeymoon they will reside in Boston.
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New York
Jane Laurel
Robert Jordan
Iett Boveymoon
Laurel
Joan Drew
Bowton
Allen Laure
Mr. Rothern
Layloe Anuall
William Giette
Sherea Pester
Kyrle Bellew Rhett
Salt Take Cy
Moston
Jordan
Wool Growers Protest Tariff Changes In Washington
Wool men plan a protest meeting to oppose changes to Schedule K the wool tariff board estimates. National Wool Growers Association officials claim the board misstates costs including interest and oppose any higher rates. Secretary McClure notes the board omits some interest expenses and argues the actual cost to Western wool producers is higher than published. Representatives travel to Washington with data to defend wool industry interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Tari Board
Anit Board
Savciation
1471
Theopenly
McClure
Te Tariff Board
West
Australia
Wees
Ag & Loving
Tax collection schedule for Brazos County 181
The notice lists locations and dates to receive taxes for the year 181 with entries at Karten on December 28 1911 Wellborn January 5 1912 Steele's Store January 8 1912 sitliean January 22 1812 and December 28 1911 in other places. Wipprecht collector signs off as county tax collector in Brazos Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Karten
Marvey
Wellborn
Steele's Store
Sitliean
W. Wipprecht
Brazos County
Texan
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Parken-Astin Hardware
Tees
Democratsshorton
Deny For Steel Trust
Winnepeg
Gulf Highay
Boston
Wagner
Bryan and
Anderson Streets
Postoffice
W. T. James
J. D. Ganter, the Jeweler
Wich Holmes
Radasill Bros
Rick
P.O
Teas
AL Smith
Learty
Rose Valley Whisky
JW. Palmer Whisky
A.L Smith
SAVI
Rae Po
Nou4it Dati
THE
Bryan Steam Laundry
Patroise Home
W. C. Hearn
Bryak
Read & Stuart Drug Store
Res
W. W. Griffin
F. J.ellrich
North Main Street
Allen Smith
H. T. Lawler Milling Co
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