Texans voice support for 200000 World Fair exhibit
An Eagle reporter surveyed Bryan business leaders on the $200000 World Fair appropriation. Most favor a liberal, not parsimonious, sum to fund a creditable St. Louis display highlighting Texas resources and progress, with few opposed or indifferent.
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Eagle
Texas
N. W.mcdougald
H.G. Rhodes
St. Louis
J. A. Myers
A. D. McConnico
Burt Norwood
W. E. Saunders
Ed Hall
E.C. Harder
Ed. Covey
Cole Hardware Co
W. R. Johnston
W.O Sanders
Tom F. Castles
J. W. Dyer
Fred E. Pryor
B. Seigle
Harry Marwill
D. Mike, Jr
W. D. Lawrence
Geo. Higgs
Luther Taylor
M. H. James
Will Rudasil
Claude Buchanan
F. Marion Law
H. O. Boatwright
B.S. Read
P. H. Arrington
B. H. Knowles
E. R. Emmet
Sam Hunter
G. M. Brandon
W. R. Sanders
W. T. Ford
Will A. Reed
Dr. Harison
Ed Crenshaw
A. M. Rhodes
Bryan
St Louis
Austin
Millican Plans Creamery Tied to Navasota Effort
Millican resident Chas. B. Gainer told a Navasota meeting last Wednesday night that his community will join Navasota in establishing a creamery. Millican would supply milk from 200 to 500 cows for the venture, per the Navasota Daily Examiner's report.
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Chas
Gainer
Millican
Navasota
Navasota Daily Examiner
Democrats Block All Legislation in Stormy House Session
Washington February 28 Democrats in the house carried out threats to block legislation if Mr. Butler is unseated. The session stretched from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with roll calls and bitter denunciations. Special rules were introduced to expedite appropriation bills and curb minority power.
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Washington
House
Butler
Dalgell
Senate
Friends of
Strong Opposition to Southern Policy Endorsement
The National Republican Editorial association endorsed McKinley and Roosevelt citing prosperity as reason for continued Republican rule. Senators Hanna and Repew spoke. An executive committee session showed strong opposition to endorsing the president's southern policy with Robert Mitchell of North Carolina voicing the dissent.
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Washington
National Republican Editorial Association
McKinley
Roosevelt
Hanna
Repew
Executive
Robert Mitchell
North Carolina
Committee On Resolutions
Senate approves naval and military academy appropriations
The Senate adopted the naval and military academy appropriation bill totaling 81 507 412 dollars. Blackburn’s bid to take up the Littlefield anti trust bill failed 28 to 38. Executive session ran 1 45 p m to 5 15 p m with several bills passed. immigration bill faced amendments but failed to reach a vote amid New England concerns over French Canadian labor impact.
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Naval and Military Academy
Washington
Senate
Blackburn
Littlefield
New England
Battle over Panama canal vote time in Senate executive session
Senator Cullom pressed Senator Morgan to set a time for voting on the Panama canal treaty during Friday executive sessions. He faced strong opposition from Senator Morgan of Alabama as the dispute continued.
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Washington
Cullom
Morgan
Senate
Alabama
President open to special Senate session if treaties fail
Washington, Feb 28 The president reiterates readiness to call a special Senate session if either or both treaties fail. No date for an extra session has been determined.
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Washington
Senate
Senate Asked to Act on Tariff Bill for Philippines Benefit
A message to the Senate requests action on a tariff measure designed to aid the Philippines, outlining the expected economic impact and support from allied administrations. The note emphasizes urgency and the potential relief for Philippine trade and development.
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Washington
Senate
Philippines
Protocol Signed Between France and Venezuela
The French ambassador and Mr Bowen signed the French Venezuelan protocol in Washington on February 28.
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Washington
Bowen
Wade Owns Up Confesses to Kate Sullivan Murder
Al Wade admits killing Kate Sullivan in Toledo two years after the crime. The sensational Toledo trial ends with his confession as Bland Whitlock seeks a guilty plea to second degree murder but is refused. Wade collapses twice while his brother assaults him and doctors warn he may be losing his mind.
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Toledo
al Wade
Kate Sullivan
Wade
Bland Whitlock
Forbes Defeats Tokell In Bantamweight Title Clash
In Detroit on February 28 England failed to crown a new champion as world bantamweight holder Harry Forbes defeated Andy Tokell in a tenth round bout.
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Detroit
Mich
England
Andy Tokell
Harry Forbes
Rich Kentucky farmer commits suicide in Lexington saloon
Lexington Kentucky February 28 Ben J Goodwin seventy a leading central Kentucky farmer walked into a saloon and killed himself. He and his wife came from prominent families.
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Lexington
Ben J. Goodwin
Kentucky
Mrs. Matilda Cavitt Dies in Fort Worth at 50
Mrs. Matilda Norman Cavitt aged 50 died in Fort Worth Texas after a several week illness. She taught at Byron graded school for many years and was beloved by her pupils. Her funeral was held at the Presbyterian church with Dr. West officiating.
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Eagle
Matilda Norman Cavitt
Fort Worth
Texas
Byron
Norman Cavitt
John Cavitt
Wheelock
Katherine
Florence Porter
Cavgitt
Matilda Norman
Tennessee
Andrew Cavitt
Bryan
Grief Felt in Bryan as Family Lays Relative to Rest
The community of Bryan mourns a personal loss as the deceased’s remains were taken to Wheelock with family and friends and will be buried in the family burying ground today.
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Bryan
Wheelock
Franklin Track Growers Elect Delegates for Nacogdoches Meeting
Franklin Texas February 26 The Track Growers Association at the courthouse elects Hon R L Moody and J F Peel as delegates to represent the association at the Nacogdoches meeting on March 3 Rain continues but growers press on saving plants and preparing cold frames They plan to plant 30 acres in one field for early shipment A contract has been let to produce 100000 sticks for tying the plants.
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Franklin
Texas
Track Growers’ Association
Court House
R. L. Moody
J. F. Peel
Nacogdoches
Glass reflections spark cruel taunt about brides
A reader notes teasing remarks aimed at a woman who admires her reflection, accusing her of lagging marriage prospects. The remark appears to be a calculated jab to annoy the subject and provoke a reaction.
Privileges for Sale for Central Texas Fair Sealed Bids
Sealed bids due May 17 for exclusive fair privileges to run August 18 19 20 21 including restaurant ice cream fruit confection tobacco cigar rubber ball rubber novelties and shooting gallery. Bids opened May 17. space outside buildings allowed. contract signing half payment due. balance due August 15th.
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Paul Bradley
For Sale House on Three Lots in First-Class Condition
Six room house with three lots, outhouses, and underground cistern all in first-class condition. Price appears as $1,5vu. Contact A. W. Hollman, 68 lin.
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A. W. Hollman
House For Rent Close to Business Apply At Eagle Office
A short rental notice states a house is available near business districts with application required at the Eagle office. The line hints at in-person inquiry and a nearby address not provided.
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Eagie
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E. J. Fountain
Db. C. Zuber
D. C. Zuber Old Stand
Bryan, Texas
the Daily Eagle
Connelly & Carnes
Thelima
Pinaud
Emmet’s Prescription Pharmacy
All Childrens Shoes
Allmens Florsheim
Hunter
Chatham
Men’s Furnishers
Democrats
Forbes
Tokell
Taylor’s
Jeff Franklin
Other
Jeff D. Franklin
Buchanan Bros. Warehouse
Franklin Trackers
Central Texas
Ege
Dorsey & Belmont
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