County Republican Convention Called for Jan 31 1900
Brazos county precinct chairmen are ordered to elect delegates to a congressional convention at Bryan courthouse on Jan 31 1900 at 3 30 PM. Delegates will select representatives to the national convention in Philadelphia on June 19 1900. Credentials due by Jan 26, send to A A T BERSON county chairman.
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Brazos County
Court House
Bryan
Texas
R. B. Goosby
Philadelphia
P. O
Berson
Republican Party
Sale of 14 Acre Improved Property Near Powder House
Quick sale offered for 14 acres with two additional acres of limital corporate land near Bryan and the powder house area. Located south of town, the site suits residence or pasture use. Ten days to close at a price of 400 dollars. Hudon and Nall, real estate agents.
Plan for Free Camp Houses at Bryan Oil Mill
E J Fountain manager of the Bryan Oil Mill proposes expanding free camp houses and wagon yards for cotton buyers and town traders. He urges local merchants to fund a six to ten room camp house by popular subscription on the mill grounds. The mill continues buying cotton seed at ten dollars per ton and aims to stay top in seed prices.
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E. J. Fountain
Bryan
Fountain
Bishop Kinsolving Urges Service in Small Duties
Rt. Rev. George Kinsolving of Texas preached at the Episcopal church calling on the faithful to perform ordinary duties for God and neighbor. He argued no life is too limited to serve the Master and urged against seeking grand deeds while neglecting small tasks. Afterward Rector Dr. Bowers led four candidates for confirmation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Kinsolving
Diocese of
Texas
Episcopal Church
God
Christ
Bowers
Congressional Forecast of House and Senate Actions
Washington observers expect the House to focus on appropriation bills with the urgency deficiency and pension bills likely to pass. Debates may touch the Philippines and pension office conduct. The Senate plans Pettigrew and Berry speeches on the Philippines, plus Hoar and Hale resolutions, while Aldrich seeks the financial bill and Bacon Money oppose the Samoan treaty.
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Washington
House
Hich
Hobart
Army
Navy
Philippines
Pension Office
Pension Commissioners
Roberts
Senate
Pettigrew
Senator Pettigrew
Philippine
Berry
Arkansas
Great Britain
Aldrich
Teller
Daniel
Bacon
Money
The Kentucky Muddle Delays Governor Contest Hearing
The Kentucky governor and lieutenant governor contest hearing began in Frankfort with a mix of Democratic and Republican committee members. Rules grant four days for proof, five for the other side, plus rebuttal. High-profile counsel for Goebel and Taylor are named as their cases unfold amid political maneuvering. A Dreyfus parallel lecture by M. Labori is slated in the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis McQuown
John K. Hendrick
Goebel
James P. Tarvin
Covington
Zack Phelps
Aaron Kohn
Louisville
W. O. Bradley
W. H. Yost
Lexington
A P. Humphrey
David W. Farleigh
Taylor
Marshall
Evans
Supreme Court
Clashing Over Bryan Visit Divides New York Democrats
New York Democrats argue over how to honor William J. Bryan during his New York visit. Debates center on whether a large formal dinner at the Democratic Club or a hotel event at the hands of John F. Carroll and Tammany figures should host Bryan. Plans hinge on party balance, with Tammany seeking sole credit and Bryan allowed to speak, then Bryan moves on to Massachusetts to consult with George Fred Williams.
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William J. Bryan
New York
H P Belmont
Mr. Bryan
Kings County
Tammany
Chicago
Bryan
Johan W. Keller
Clab
Keller
Bryan John F. Carroll
Croker
Tammany Organization
Carroll
Hotel Savoy
Democrat Club
England
Massachusetts
George Fred Williams
Canadians Pledge Funds for South African War Effort
Prime Minister Laurier announces a parliamentary vote of at least 3 million dollars to cover the costs of 2200 Canadian troops in South Africa and their transport. Authorities may seek extra funds if needed as support from private citizens grows and a 4.5 million dollar treasury surplus is anticipated. Gen. Wood establishes a new post on January 6 at Zeutpans Drift in the Free State.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Wilfrid Laurier
Dominion
Sherbrooke
South Africa
Lord Strathcona
Imperial
Cape Town
Durban
Orange River
Wood
Zeutpans Drift
Free State
Populist Committee Delays on Suffrage Amendment
Raleigh North Carolina January 15 a prominent Populist says the Populist committee will take no action on the constitutional amendment restricting suffrage and will leave the question to the state convention.
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Raleigh, N.C
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Gilmore
Eagl E
Texan
Connelly
Palmer &Arnes
Congressional Forecast
Emmel’s
Belladona Plasters
Emmel’s Prescription Pharmacy
Kentucky
M. Labori
Dreyfus
the Tribune
Hkoers
Coun
Friends and the
John Wittman
Bryan, Texas
Reasona
Burt Norwood
John B. Mike
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