Vanderbilt and Dewey in debate over fame and fortune
The piece contrasts Admiral Dewey with William K. Vanderbilt, arguing money outweighs honor as a measure of men. It notes Vanderbilt's huge profits versus Dewey's national respect and questions who deserves national tribute. A social column follows detailing a Young People gathering hosted by Mr. and Mrs. John B. Mike with Miss Alberta Paris and Miss Lizzie Hyman among attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
al le
Iich
Dewey
Vanderbilt
Van
Alberta Paris
John B. Mike
Alberta
Lizzie Hyman
Navasota
Question on stamping receipts in express transportation
In response to Hon. Robert L. Henry. The Treasury cites the June 13, 1898 law requiring express companies and other carriers that receive goods to furnish stamped receipts or bills of lading with penalties for noncompliance. If carriers refuse goods over stamp payment, internal revenue laws offer no remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waco Tex
Waco Commercial Club
R. L. Henry
Treasury Department
Scott
Interna Revenue
Washington, D. C
Robert L. Henry
House of Representatives
Internal Revenue
Eagle and Meteor Special Edition promises maximal Bryan trade reach
Business leaders in Bryan are urged to support the Eagle and Meteor Special Edition with broad patronage. Reporters traveled to Burleson county visiting fourteen post offices, gathering statistics for a mammoth edition aimed at Brazos Madison Grimes Leon Burleson and Robertson counties. The paper cannot fail to boost Bryan as a trading point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Burleson County
Eagle
Brazos
Madison
Grimes, Leon
Burleson
Robertson Counties
Courts to decide if common carriers remedies exist upon appeal
A letter from W. B. Scott Commissioner argues the question of whether appealing would provide a remedy against common carriers is one for the courts to resolve. The missive emphasizes judicial determination over pure administrative interpretation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Scott
World Navies Budget Details Warship Counts
The article lists naval assets of Britain France and Russia. Britain leads with 52 battleships in commission and many cruisers and torpedo vessels, plus 18 ships under construction. France follows with 27 battleships in commission and construction plans including armored and protected cruisers. Russia shows 12 battleships in commission and 192 torpedo vessels, with ongoing construction across classes.
Nations’ Naval Strength in 1900s Compare Powers
The report lists current and construction statuses for fleets of Britain Germany Italy and the United States. It counts battleships armored and protected cruisers unprotected cruisers coast defense vessels and torpedo craft. The text suggests the United States will soon approach Britain's naval power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Italy
United States
Great Britain
Reception Given for Mrs Walter W Smith and Miss Nance
Mrs W M Foster hosted a reception from 5 to 7 30 yesterday afternoon for Mrs Walter W Smith and her sister Miss Nance of Dallas. A large number of ladies attended and spent a pleasant afternoon on the lawn. Punch was served followed by cream and cake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. Foster
Walter W. Smith
Miss Nance
Dallas
Lawan
Lion tales and blunt advice from a circus survivor
A man injured by a circus lion recounts a misjudged moment and explains his hand was mauled while attempting to twist the lion's tail. He warns that his experience should deter others from poking or provoking wild beasts.
City Directory Officials and County Officers Listed
City officers include Mayor A Adams, Marshal T P Boyett, Deputy R H Smith, Secretary Treasurer H A Rhodes, City Sexton H H Jones, Constable C L Baker, and Aldermen R G Tabor W Howell W W Harris H Wyse Jno M Lawrence. County officers list Judge W H Harman, Clerk G W McMichael, Attorney A G Board, Tax Collector J J Adams, Tax Assessor R M Nall, Sheriff T C Nunn, Treasurer R W Carr, District Clerk J Williams, and Commissioners R J Deens Peter Thomas Felix Phillips P H Arrington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Adams
Marshall
T. P. Boyett
R. H. Smith
H. A. Rhodes
H. H. Jones
C. L. Baker
R. G. Tabor
Howell
W. W. Harris
H. Wyse
Jno
M. Lawrence
W. H. Harman
G. W. McMichael
A. G. Board
J. J. Adams
R. M. Nall
T. C. Nunn
R. W. Carr
J. ©. Williams
R. J. Deens
Peter Thomas
Felix Phillips
P. H. Arrington
Weekly church services schedule listing multiple denominations
Baptist Finley Methodist Cochran Presbyterian West Christian Andrews Free Communion Baptist Stewart St Joseph Catholic Father Pelnar. Services vary by church with Sunday masses Sunday school times and midweek prayer meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist
W. ©. Finley
J. B. Cochran
Epworth League
Christian
J. L. Andrews
Christian Endeavor
Free Communion Baptist
A. M. Stewart
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
Father Pelnar
Fraternal Lodge Meeting Schedules Across Bryan Area
Local orders including Ivanhoe Commandery, Brazos Lodge and Vulcan Lodge list monthly meeting nights and officers. Notices note E C Rhodes H P Reed secretaries and repeated references to meeting nights on Mondays Thursdays and Fridays with various officers and titles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ivanhoe Commandery
Knight Templars
A. M. Rhodes
E. C
W. T. Austin
R.A. M
John Q. Tabor
H. P
Joe B. Reed
Brazos Lodge
A. F
A. M
B. Buchanan
Sec’y. Brazos
K. of P
A. M. Waldrop
A. Emden
Bryan
K. of H
Platner
Brazos
W. S. Stuart
C. C
Joel Reed
Bryan Tent
K. C. DS
Sam B. Wilson
Bryan Lodge
Home Forum
L. A. Saunders
National Aid
A. W. Holman
Stuart
See’y
Nancier
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Seeley’s
Viola
California
Wilson Jenkins
Daily Eagle
Texas
Conly, Palmer & Carnes
Malcolm Cannes
Weyler
Cher Weyler
UN States Army
Tampa
Ohio
Brooke
Florida Times-Union
Navy
Freday
Meteor
Bsiness
Wish
France
Russia
Albert J. Harbers
Mi Bicycles
Cleveland, Rambler and Ideal
Exchange Hotel
City Directory
Ita
J. Wittmann
Main Street
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