Cone Johnson Praised By The Houston Post In 1906
The Houston Post lauded Cone Johnson as a leading Texas figure and debater in its April 10 1906 issue. It described his intellect learning and character and noted his eloquent 1887 prohibition debate with Joseph W Bailey and his strong religious address. Johnson planned to speak at the Bryan courthouse Monday at 2 30 pm.
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Tyler
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Bailey
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Houston
Libel Case Dismissed In Salem Divorce Libel
Boston on April 17 Attorney Percy Bringham announced the divorce libel filed by Clara L von Hermann against Karl L von Hermann in Salem was dismissed before Judge Richardson. Co defendants Miss Julia Marlowe and Mrs Maude Thornarn Backus were removed from the case after Bringham said evidence showed Mrs Von Hermans information was unreliable.
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Percy Bringham
Salem
Clara L. von Hermann
Karl L. von Hermann
Julia Marlowe
Maude Thornarn Backus
Brooklyn
Richardson
Prosperous Paragould Reports New Brick Business Homes
Paragould Arkansas on April 17 reports several brick business houses under construction along with a $25 000 schoolhouse being erected, signaling growth.
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Paragould, Ark
Official Proceedings of Brazos County Democratic Executive Committee
The Brazos County Democratic Executive Committee meets at the Court House in Bryan Texas on April 17 1908 to appoint precinct chairmen fill vacancies and set election duties for the May 2 1908 primary. Delegates to the county convention chosen by precincts with votes allocated by governor race tallies. pledge to party aligns.
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Democratic Executive Committee
Court House
Bryan
Texas
J. K. Parker
John F. Ettle
A. J. Edwards
W. D. Yardley
C. A. Glenn
R. R. Royall
J. W. Batts
E. R. Lloyd
Jay Harris
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J. F. Ettle
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K. Parker
Complete Pardon Recommended for W. E. Childress
The Texas board of pardons urges a Governor Campbell grant to W. E. Childress who faced a hanging for criminal assault on his stepdaughter. Also notes Campbell’s return from the north Texas insane asylum and a state health opinion allowing incorporated towns to enforce public health rules. A separate item reports 30,000 bushels of wheat shipped in Kansas City.
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Dons
W. E. Childress
Fort Worth
Campbell
North Texas Insane Asylum
Walthall
State Health Department
N. H. Hessey
James A. Baker
Houston
W. A. Hanger
Northern Texas Traction Company
Dallas
Texas Woman's College Commencement Program
The Texas Woman's College announces commencement exercises from Friday May 29 to Wednesday June 3 with the last date for graduations. Rev J M Loving formerly of Glasgow Kentucky now in Houston will preach the commencement sermon on Sunday May 31. The orator will be Hon T P Buffington of Anderson. Music and Expression departments will play key roles. Five graduates Irma Harris Gertrude Eaves Mabel Zimmerman Gussie Buchanan Ella Price. Class day exercises are on Tuesday May 2.
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Texas Woman's College
J. M. Loving
Glasgow
Houston
T. P. Buffington
Anderson
Irma Harris
Gertrude Eaves
Mabel Zimmerman
Gussie Buchanan
Ella Price
Jones announces candidacy for Brazos County district clerk
The Eagle officially announces H O Jones as a Democratic primary candidate for Brazos county district clerk. He was raised in the county, has farm and teaching background, serves his first term in the office, and appeals for continued voter support. Also note: Cigar salesman wanted with no experience needed, $100 monthly plus expenses, Peerless Cigar Co Toledo.
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H. O. Jones
Brazos County
Jones
Peerless Cigar Co
Toledo
Ohio
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