Local News Highlights From Bryan Texas Area
Local notes report many residents in town or visiting nearby towns including FE Butler, J L Broach, N Jametta, F A Lomax, J W English and others. Mentions of travel to New York Marlin Waxahachie Texarkana Austin and San Antonio plus a band uniform update and Madisonville reunion plans. Also notes deaths Mrs Turek and a child of W T Crenshaw and Allen Academy recruitment efforts.
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J. W. English
New York
S. W. Meredith
Millican
T. B. Gillespie
San Antonio
Jno. N. Henderson
Austin
Tilson
Texarkana
Jessie Johnson
Hearne
Calvert
John Wheeler
Grimes County
Howell Bros
Dollie Carr
Rockdale
Eposition Saloon
Leonard McDonald
Macy
John Wickey
Anderson
J. O.kernole
J. B. Carr
Marlin
Jac. K. Davis
J. C. Webb
Madisonville
Kohlin
St. Joseph's Catholic
Turek
Allen Academy
J. H
R. O. Allen
Bryan
Texas
W. T. Crenshaw
Bethel
Clark Wyatt
Eagle
Barbecue Meeting, Bids Open, and Local News From Bryan
A community barbecue discussion reached a fever pitch with a $608 subscription on the spot and a strong vote to proceed. The executive committee will reconvene Monday at 5 PM and the finance committee meets at 9 AM at the First National Bank to continue donation solicitations. Proposals are invited for eighty cards of dry split wood for Bryan Graded School with bids due August 1 and on-site delivery by September 1, 1900. M Parker serves as chairman. W A Watkins returns from Kaufman to practice law here, praising Bryan as the town best found. John Fiske discusses work habits, cold rooms, long hours, diet, and the restorative effect of music, noting beer consumption and persistent writing routines.
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Bryan Graded
M. Parker
Chaiman
John Fiske
Ays
Kentucky Senator Joe Black Burn Abstains From Liquor
Astonishment in Kentucky as Senator Joe Black Burn declares an eighteen month teetotaler abstinence he will never drink again. He never drank to excess but his firm pledge surprises many Kentuckians and associates.
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J. Blackburn
Bluegrass
Joe Blackburn
Shoe-Saving Sled Steerers Patented by Rhode Island Man
A Rhode Island inventor patents a sled steering device. It uses levers on both sides with handles on the long ends and flat blocks on the short ends that press against the ground when the levers are lifted, allowing steering without wearing out boots.
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Rhode Island
Disintegrating Dewey Arch in New York Causes Arm Amputation
To prevent injuring pedestrians beneath the temporary Dewey arch in New York, the arms of one figure on the arch have been amputated as the structure rapidly falls to pieces.
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New York
Brazos County Treasurer Candidates Named
The Eagle announces MO. M. LAWRENCE as a candidate for county treasurer of Brazos county and A. W. BUCHANAN seeking re election to the same office in the upcoming November election.
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MO. M. Lawrence
Brazos County
Brazos County Attorney Hopeful Seeks Novembers Election
A candidate announces bid for the Brazos County attorney post in the upcoming November election. The statement outlines commitment to legal reforms and public service if elected, highlighting experience in local government and public safety.
Gillie Mitchell Named Candidate for Justice of the Peace
The Eagle announces W Gillie Mitchell as a candidate for justice of the peace in precinct No 4 Brazos county at the upcoming November election.
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Justice of the Peace of
Precinct No
Brazos County
Yellow Fever in Tampa Spurs Quarantine Move
Dr J H Porter state health officer in Tampa receives notice of two yellow fever cases and one death. He orders strict quarantine on all travel to and from Tampa and alerts south gulf coast health officers. Reports confirm two cases and one fatality in the city with ongoing concern over wider spread.
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J. H. Porter
Weeden
Tampa
Porter
Jacksonville
South Gulf Coast
Fla
L. W. Weeden
State Board of Health
George Sonnenburg
City of Mexico
Bellinzaghi
Vera Cruz
Walter Scott's Servant Mrs Capperton Remembered line to Scott era
Mrs Alexander Capperton died in Kirkhill Scotland and was among the few links to Sir Walter Scott's era. She entered Scott's service at sixteen and recalled his heavy footfalls at five each morning for buttermilk and porridge. She was present at his death and received a lock of hair from Mrs Lockhart.
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Walter Scott
Alexander Capperton
Kirkhill
Scotland
Sir Walter Scott
Factory Fatalities Surpass War Casualties, State Report Says
New York’s labor statistics chief reports factory deaths and injuries last year exceeded Spanish American War tolls, highlighting industrial hazards. The annual bureau of labor statistics findings stress urgent safety improvements despite wartime timing.
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New York
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Iowa Leads in Banking Reg ister says state tops in number of banks
The Iowa State Register reports Iowa has 200 more financial institutions than any other state, though most banks are small.
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Iowa
Iowa State Register
Union
Rip's Gifted Granddaughter Eleanor Farjeon Emerges in London
Eleanor Farjeon, 18, granddaughter of Joseph Jefferson, earns notice as a writer of opera librettos in London, gaining a reputation beyond her years.
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Rip
Eleanor Farjeon
Joseph Jefferson
London
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Cole Bros
Will Terry
Benson
Neghborhood
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Jim Derden
Sage
Satunity
Father Kolin
Waller
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New Orleans
D. C. Zuber
Daily Eagle
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J.T. Carter
A. M. McMahon
A. R. Vernor
Ansel Rogers
John Russell
A. A. Lang
Madison County
Lee Perry
F. Marion Law
Colorado River
Third Infantry Band
Tyler
Haswell
Determ
Ine
First National Bank
W. A. Watkins
Kaufian
Watkins
A. W. Buchanan
M. Nagle
W. Gillie Mitchell
Yellow Fever
Tampico
Mex
Dona Cecilia
Galveston
Trada
Gulf Transport Line
Irada
Poplar Bluff
Martha Hendricks
Paul Verner
Fort Worth
Tex
S. B. Burnett
Louisville Land and Cattle Company
King County
America
Valley View
Cameron Mill and Elevator Company
Paris
Lawrence Ramsey
Sulphur Springs
W. P. Harris
Alexander, Tex
Broadway
Bath Avenue
Sherman, Tex
Mabel Voelkle
William Voelkle
Ethel
Chicago
J. A. Nortis
Harvey, Ill
National Bank For Stamford
Stamford
Jno. M. Lawrence & Co
Bryan, Texas
A. D. McConnico
Ig Insurance
Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company
Philadelphia
Fidelity & Casualty
Maryland Casualty Accident Insurance Co
Harder
Houston County
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Anderson County
Palestine
Rusk County
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