University progress and public sentiment across Texas
The Calvert Courier praises the University of Texas as rising among eastern institutions and notes Texans rejoicing in its success. Veterans and local figures are highlighted, with discussion of Captain S W Parish and political figures. The Austin Statesman criticizes delayed actions in the Santiago bombardment and urges decisive leadership. A broad lament over paradoxes in America's wealth and governance closes the piece.
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T Learning
Ballot Box Power Questioned in Ashburn Times Quote
A quote from the Ashburn Times argues that people who can free themselves at the ballot box end up voting themselves into slavery, highlighting concerns over democratic power and self rule.
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Ashburn Times
Emmet Announces New Drug Store and In-House Medicines
Mr. E. R. Emmet plans to open a drug business around August 10 in the current Joe Mustachia building. The store will not sell patent medicines. all 50 preparations will be manufactured in Emmet’s own laboratory with clear directions in colored cartons. The project has eight years of development and draws on advice from leading medical authorities.
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E. R. Emmet
Joe Mustachia
Emmett
Manila
Emmet
Altgeld Urges Expansion to Secure World Ocean Harbors
Governor Altgeld argues war will create currents we must ride to avoid being left behind. He asserts Providence designed the nation as mistress of the western hemisphere and calls for digging and owning the Nicaragua canal and acquiring West Indian islands to secure harbors, safety, and progress without colonial corruption.
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Gov. Altgeld
Hemisphere
Nicaragua
West Indian Islands
American Continent
Gallant Lieutenant Griffin Honored in Schley Report
Commodore Schley praises officers of the Booklyn for duty during the destruction of Cervera’s fleet off Santiago on July 3. Lieut. L. D. Griffin of Salem Va a brother of Mrs Cavitt is named among division officers on the roll of honor for gallantry and prior distinguished service at Port au Prince Hayti Gibraltar and more.
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Schley
Cervera
Santiago
Booklyn
L. D. Griffin
Salem
Mra
J. W. Cavitt
Lieut
Griffin
Scauley
Port-au-Prince
Hayti
Gibraltar
Eagle Meteor Special Edition Nears Release
Advertising copy notes field work nearly complete for the Eagle Meteor Special Edition with final setup and distribution underway. Workers finalize printing and delivery plans as the edition moves toward publication.
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Get
Copy for Advertisements Ready for Deployment
Advertising copy requires concise, persuasive language tailored to the target audience. Confirm product features, benefits, pricing, and call to action. Provide preferred tone, channels, and deadline so the copy can be drafted, edited, and finalized for rollout.
Bicycles Wheels Featured in Repair Services
A local shop highlights bicycle repair work with emphasis on full service and varied types of bicycles. The advertisement notes experience in maintenance and repair for different wheel and frame configurations.
Bicycles For Rent Ad Placed Near Hotel
Advertisement notes bicycles for rent located three doors north of the Xchange Hotel. The brief item pins location and service for potential riders nearby.
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Xchange Hotel
Moonlight Lawn Party Honors Miss Carroll in Bryan
Moonlit social scene shines as Mr and Mrs W E Harris host a summer lawn party for their guest Miss Margaret Carroll of Monterey Mexico. The hospitality filled event charmed the Bryan social circle and highlighted Miss Carroll, a favored visitor and months long resident.
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W. E. Harris
Margaret Carroll
Monterey
Mexico
Harris
Miss Carroll
Bryan
Fatal Cutting at John Shannon’s Farm Near Pankey
News reached Grimes County of a fatal assault at John Shannon’s place north of Pankey on Wednesday night. Lin Jarrell was killed by a knife wound to the throat and other injuries. Cox is charged with the crime and jailed by justice of the peace John Shannon. Jarrell rented land from Shannon and Cox rented from Jarrell, with the dispute stemming from business relations.
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John Shannon
Pankey
Grimes County
Lin Jarrell
Cox
Jarrell
Shannon
New Photographers Open Studio at 208 Wills & Coleman
After purchasing the T. J. Bedford Studio the new photographers announce added equipment and invite calls to view work. They promise courteous treatment and best latest work at sensible prices for interior and exterior views including dark halls with flash lighting.
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T. J. Bedford Photographic Studio
Wills & CoLeMan
Citizens Meeting Forms Nonpartisan County Ticket
A Bohemian hall gathering near College drew 126 men for a mass meeting led by temporary chairman T. J. Gray and Rock Prairie’s A. J. Tabor. Prof. B. F. Bullock was named permanent chairman as precincts were instructed to organize further meetings and resolutions were adopted.
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Citizens
Bohemian Hall
College
John McCorquodale
Eagle
T. J. Gray
A. J. Tabor
Rock Prairie
B.f.bullock
Special Train to Galveston and Houston Sunday
Special train runs Sunday July 31 leaving Bryan at 6 20 am. Round trip fares 2 00 to Galveston and back and 1 75 to Houston and back. Return on regular trains Galveston by 7 30 pm July 31 or 7 00 am August 1. Houston returns valid up to 9 00 am August 1.
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Galveston
Houston
Bryan
Farmers Welcomed by Eagle Representative in Robertson County
Luke Goodman of Robertson County near Macy and neighbor Mat Gibbs were among several farmers interviewed by an Eagle reporter during a recent trip through the area.
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Luke Goodman
Robertson County
Macy
Mr. Goodman
Eagle
Mat Gibbs
Social Notes: Local Visits Across Texas Towns
Mrs. Otto Boehme and her children are visiting in San Antonio. Miss May Belle Hartman has returned from Brenham. Little Miss Kate Nowlin is visiting in Navasota.
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Otto Boehme
San Antonio
May Belle Hartman
Brenham
Kate Nowlin
Navasota
Mexico Celebrates September Holidays and Festivities
The article extols Mexico’s September holidays marking Diaz’s birthday and Independence Day. It describes large celebrations, the Battle of Flowers, flower processions, democratic revelry, and a legendary Liberty Bell. It also advertises L&GN RR travel to Mexico City with low round trips via Laredo or Eagle Pass and mixed routing option, ending with contact details in Palestine, Texas.
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Mexico
Diaz
Hill and Dale
Republic
Democratic Republic
Land of Wonder
Egypt of America
Mexico City
Laredo
Eagle Pass
D. J. Price
Palestine
Texas
City Directory Listing City Officers and Local Organizations
Directory lists city officials headed by Mayor C A Adams with deputies and clerks. It also notes clergy from Baptist to Catholic, Masonic bodies, Knights Templars, and fraternal orders with meeting nights and leaders.
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Falmer’s
Seeley’s
Viola
California
Wilson Jenkins
the Daily Eagle
Postoffice
Connelly, Palmer & Carnes
Malcolm Cannes
Citi
Calvert Courier
Usity of Texas
S. _W. Parish
L. Boiah
Texas Regiment
Tom Ball
Ftate
Ncn
Representative Mill Wyuery
Sampson
Maryland
San Shafter
Austin Statesman
Congress
Albert J. Harbers
Cleveland, Rambler and Ideal
Photographers
Citizens’ Meeting
Nallie Smith
Waco
E. D. Beach
City Directory
C. A. Adams
Marshall
T. P. Boyett
R. H. Smith
H. G. Rhodes
H. H. Jones
C. L. Baker
Tabor
Howell
W. W. Harris
C. H. Wysey
Jno
M. Lawrence
W. H. Harman
J. W. McMichael
A. G. Board
J. J. Adams
R. M. Nall
T. C. Nunn
R. W. Carr
J. C. Williams
R. J. Deens
Peter Thomas
Felix Phillips
P. H. Arrington
W. C. Finley
J. B. Cochran
Epworth League
J. J. West
Christian
J. L. Andrews
Christian Endeavor
Baptist
A. M. Stewart
St. Joseph's Catholic Church
Father Pelnar
Ivanhoe Commandery
Knight Templars
A. M. Rhodes
ER. C
W.T. Austin
John Q. Tabor
H. P
Joe B. Reed
Sec’y. Brazos
A. F
A. M
A. M. Nall
W. M
O. Carr
K. of P
A. M. Waldrop
C. C
D. G. DeMaret
Vulcan
M. H. James
M. W
A. Emden
Bryan No
A. J. Platner
Brazos Camp
W. S. Stuart
Joe B Reed
Bryan Tent
K. 6
T. M
Sam B. Wilson
R. K
Home Forum
L. A. Saunders
Bryan Lodge
National Aid
A. W. Holman Prest
W.S. Stuart
Sec’y
J. Wittmann
Main Street
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