Cotton Factories Rise in the South 1880 to 1899
The article compares southern cotton manufacturing growth from 1880 to 1899, showing wages rising from 75.9 million to 350 million and cotton consumption from 233,886 bales to about 1.5 million. It details capital investment growing from 21.9 million with 667000 spindles to 125 million and 5 million spindles, noting high returns on new mills and shifting investor priorities. It observes a change in investment motives toward profitable mills rather than local town benefit.
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South
Southern Mills
Law limits by state notes fuel varying investment schemes
The text notes differing legal limits on earnings rates by state legislatures, with northern and eastern areas finding ways to invest money in diverse ventures for high dividends, deemed better than lending at interest. It also reports Boer forces killing many British troops in South Africa.
No wars if leaders could be killed with first volley
A stark remark argues that wars end only when those who start them are eliminated by an early volley. The statement reflects a harsh view on accountability for conflict and the impact of decisive, early action in wartime.
Hound Lost and Glassware Sale Ad List
A Bryan dog owner offers a reward for his missing hound Drummer, large black and white with a curled ear from burn. Separately Wilson-Jenkins Drug Co promotes 25 percent savings on fine American cut glass via direct-from-cutters buy.
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Wilson—Jenkins Drug Co
Navasota
Kelly Knowles
Bryan
Southern Republicans Prepare Battle Over Payne Plan
Dr. John Grant arrives as the Republican committee meets at the Arlington hotel to set the next convention time and to debate the Payne resolution. Southern members vow strong opposition, arguing non electoral states should have limited voice, while Payne gains northern support and activists seek to link the issue to future convention dynamics. Chairman Hanna and Col. Dick back the southern side.
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Washington
John Grant
National Republican Committee
Texas
Arlington Hotel
Payne
Hanna
Col
Antitrust Conference Call Sets Chicago Meet on Lincoln Birthday
Executive Committee of antitrust conference plans a Chicago gathering on February 12, 1900. The call urges mass mobilization of citizens to overthrow trusts and prevent a moneyed oligarchy and serfdom, inviting accredited citizens and antitrust groups from all states.
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Chicago
Abraham Lincoln
Free America
Laughing Air Ship at Opera House Delights Sparse Crowd
The Air Ship presented as a musical farce with little plot and much specialty work. A small but enthusiastic audience applauded, prompting several recalls. Buchanan Bros. display showcased beautiful lap robes, with Chase's goods advertised as the best and sold cheaply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opera
Buchanan Bros
Chase
Chas Edinburg Opens Day and Night in Zennati Block
The new Chas Edinburg restaurant in the Zennati block is now open day and night offering regular meals for 36 cents and short order lunches at all hours. Also advertised are White Crest flour at Lawrence & Co, Air Ship tickets at Johnny Mike's, and Wilson Jenkins Wedding presents from Drug Co.
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Chas. Edinburg
Zennati Block
Notice of Special Stockholders Meeting Houston & Texas Central
Notice is given of a special meeting of the stockholders of the Houston & Texas Central Railroad Company to be held at the general office in Houston on January 19 1900 at noon. The board seeks authorization to grant a first mortgage on the Waco Northwestern Division to secure up to 25000 per mile for up to 30 years at 6 percent to pay for safety railroad improvements and operation. E W Cave secretary.
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Houston
Texas
Houston & Texas Central Railroad Company
Pexar
Waco & Northwestern Division
The
Houston & Texas Central Railway
Bremond
Robertson County
Marlin
Waco
Hoes
McLennan County
Gainesville Sanitarium Foundation Started
Dirt has been broken on the foundation for the Gainesville sanitarium in Gainesville Texas. The two story and basement building will be constructed of pressed brick and will be modern and thoroughly equipped in every detail.
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Gainesville
Tex
Gainesville Sanitarium
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Ay Connelly
Palmer & Carnes
Fac
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JA D Robinson
E D Allen
Ft Worth
F Adams
New York
Eugene C Blake
St Louis
J C Gerrande
W A Griffith
GS McElroy
San Antonio
P Rickey
Jas Taggart
Dallas
P A Ritter
Portsmouth
J M Mather
M Camp
RJ Mansfield
B Blair
St Joseph
Jas Pomter
Byron Miller
H E Parke
P. C. Vives
Emmel’s
Prescription Pharmacy
Pine Bluff
Ark
Jones
Arkansas
Springfield
Allentown
Laurus
Jersey Central
Yeomans
William H. Smith
Herth
George Hahn
Louisville
Whitesburg
Alex Bryant
John H. Mullins
John H
David L. Craft
Henderson
Palestine
Henderson County
Ed. Cain
Lawrence & Co's
Johnny Mike
Wilson —Jenkins
E. W. Cave
D Ran
City Bakery
BE. Griesser
Webb Bros
the American Laundry
Exchange Hetel
Lanny
Gayels
Grice & Zimmerman’s
M. F. Heenan
Sanitarium
Levy Brothers
Rock Island
Lone Star
Nebraska
Kansas
Missouri
Ons
B. Stoat
Fort Worth
Bryan Water, Ice, Light and Power Company
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