Farm policy plea urges small cotton crop and big food output
The piece argues farmers should cap cotton acreage amid 1917 price fears and instead grow food and feed crops. It compares low and high price scenarios, cites Colonel Clarence Ousley, and stresses independence through diversified farming, warning of continued war-related demand and financial oppression in cotton markets.
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Fort Worth
Clarence Ousley
A. and M. College
America
Extension Department of Agricultural and Mechanical College
Europe
South
Commonwealth
Bank Funds Duroc Sow For Nueces County Boys
Corpus Christi Texas January 19 a Corpus Christi National Bank vice president announces he will furnish a Duroc sow pig to any boy who can prove capacity to raise and feed it with parent and teacher recommendations and access to grain or skimmed milk and at least one acre to grow feed crops for the pig and its offspring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corpus Christi
Texas
Nuecee
County
Joe Hirsch
Corpus Christi National Bank
Prohibition Question Compromise Suggested at Austin
Report notes a proposed settlement on the submission question at Austin proposing a 1918 vote and a 1920 prohibition effective date if carried. The text questions whether any party has authority to bind the public to such a compromise and who could enforce it.
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Austin
German undersea raider strikes South Atlantic
The new German submarine has breached Allied patrols and is active in the South Atlantic. Reports say British and French merchant ships are sinking at a rapid rate as autumn winds begin.
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South Atlantic
Passage of Admiral Dewey Leaves Nation in Mourning
The death of Admiral Dewey marks the loss of one of America's greatest figures and the only full admiral since Farragut. His passing creates a vacancy in a high command role that may never be filled again.
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Admiral Dewey
Farragut
Snubbed Russian Minister Provokes Bitter Exchange
M Protopopoff of the Russian ministry was snubbed by the head of the Duma. The remark suggests he deserved such treatment, with commentary on a titled man facing political rebuke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Franklin
Richard
M. Protopopoff
Duma
Understanding the World Peace League Debate and Misrepresentation
The Galveston News argues the proposed world peace league would not enforce tribunal decisions but would delay war until a decision. The Eagle counters, saying the league should enforce and uphold verdicts, preventing hostilities and acting as a deterrent with post decision penalties if ignored.
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Mr. Roosevelt
League
Taft
Pittsburgh
Roosevelt
Galveston
World Peace League
World Peace Court
The Wilson Address and the United States Posture
The piece discusses President Wilsons recent senate address on world peace calling for disarmament and a world league, contrasting it with past isolationist beliefs. It warns against abrupt shifts from longstanding policies of neutrality and warns of potential entangling alliances and taxation. The author reserves final judgment for a future date.
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Wilson
Senate of the United States
Lattimore Proposes Texas Public Utilities Commission
Senator Lattimore introduces a Austin resolution to submit a constitutional amendment creating a five member public utilities commission with 6000 dollar salaries and clerical staff costs estimated at fifty thousand dollars annually. The Eagle urges rejection, calling for strong opposition to the plan and urging citizens to “smite it with the Sword of the Lord and Gideon.”
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Lattimore
Austin
Public Utilities Commission
Jones
the Lord
Gideon
Legislature Ends Submission Resolution Without Debate
The article argues the legislature should dispose of the submission resolution without debate. It asserts words cannot alter a vote and encourages saving time and words for other matters. It notes many speakers desire to publish their eloquence in the Journal for posterity.
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Houston Post
Co operative Hog Marketing Tested in Mississippi
Mississippi farmers test co operative hog shipping with 15 farmers delivering 79 hogs split into three weight classes. Market Agent Patterson assigns colors to classes and issues receipts for pounds shipped. Yazoo City saw 103 wagons and 425 hogs with four cars sent to Natchez. prices ranged from 7.85 to 8.60 per hundredweight and returns arrived four days later.
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Mississippi
Patterson
Yazoo City
Natchez
Gravel Street Back of Library Beautify Station Grounds
C M Staples assistant superintendent of the H T C railroad announced after a meeting with City Engineer Adams that the railroad will gravel the street behind the Commerce building to 28th street. The city will lay curb and gutter and work will begin in a few days. Plans shown include beautifying areas on both sides of the passenger station with flower beds and gravel walks.
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C. M. Staples
H. & T. C. Railroad
Adams
Commerce Building
28Th Street
Staples
European War Ends Will Boost Global Manufacturing Competition
The Galveston News predicts postwar manufacturing will surge in all belligerent nations as they reclaim world trade, with U S factories facing intense competition. It argues rising prices come from million dollar profits and that American buyers will bear the burden of these profits labeled as hearts blood by its critique.
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Galveston
United States
Eagle
Dr Parkhurst on Hell on Both Sides of the Tomb
The preacher declares damnation exists on both sides of death and notes the devil can appear respectable and wear fine clothes.
Senator Hudspeth Bill Requires Public Works Employees Be Citizens
The Galveston Tribune notes the proposal seems laughable in a state that does not require qualified voters to be U.S. citizens. Senator Hudspeth of El Paso introduced the senate bill mandating citizenship for all public works employees.
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Hudspeth
el Paso
Senate
United States
Galveston Tribune
Texas editors deny being among the 10671 U.S. millionaires
Col George Bailey of the Houston Post rejects the notion that his standing as a Democrat and a Methodist is challenged by broad income tax figures. He says he is not part of the millionaire list. The text suggests a Texas poll would uncover other editors not listed.
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United States
George Bailey
The
Houston Post
Texas Press Association
Texas
Lst
Gompers Warns Congress Against Labor Restriction
Samuel Gompers head of the American Federation of Labor says he would violate any law making a strike unlawful. He notes that laws have long been violated and implies further disobedience if such legislation passes.
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Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Congress
Poll tax season closes for 1917 voting
The message urges eligible voters to register and prepare to vote in 1917, warning that the poll tax period is ending soon and urging timely action by eligible brethren.
East Texas Press Association Formed in Lufkin
In Lufkin Texas on January 19 the East Texas Press Association was formed with George Watford as president T J Maloy as vice president and W L West as secretary and treasurer The group passed a resolution urging a law to require publishing all county and city council proceedings in local newspapers Editor Walthall of the Garr ison News was hired to secure membership from East Texas editors The forward looking effort aims to make the association a model for the state press associations.
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Lufkin
Texas
East Texas Press Association
George Watford
T. J. Maloy
Timpson
W. L. West
Livingston
East Texas
Walthall
Garrison News
East
Texas Bunch
Houston Post
College theft arrest of Mary Harris on campus
Mary Harris a black woman was arrested at College this morning by Sheriff T C Nunn and Constable Baker charged with stealing a large amount of clothing from campus residents. She was brought to town and jailed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Harris
College
T. C. Nunn
Baker
Shiloh Farmers Seek Prosperity in 1917 Webinar
Shiloh community notes urge farmers to diversify beyond cotton as prices for livestock rise. The Shiloh basketball team remains undefeated after two wins over Union Hill and a 19 to 3 victory over Ruck Prairie. Correspondent V J Boreskie invites rival teams to schedule games.
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Shiloh
Union Hill
Poll Taxes Fall Off as Receipts Decline
County Tax Collector W I McCulloch reports 1147 poll tax receipts to date, down from 2129 last year. With city and possibly other elections looming, residents are urged to prepare and file the necessary papers now as only a few days remain.
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W. I. McCulloch
Trial of Ulish Hines Ends in Fine for Aggravated Assault
Ulish Hines, a Black man, was found guilty by a county court jury on the charge of aggravated assault against his wife. He was fined $25 with costs totaling $54.30. The court adjourned until Friday.
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Ulish Hines
Lost Bay Horse In Tabor Texas
Lost about ten days a heavy built Percheron with a bald face and one white foot. Unbroken and unmarked. Reward offered. Notify owner J. M. Cross, Tabor, Texas if found.
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J. M. Cross
Tabor
Texas
Farmer's Wife Describes Hardship On A Farm
A farmer's wife in American Magazine recounts the harsh realities of rural life. She laments lacking screens, water access, and aging furniture while noting luxuries of past generations have become necessities. Her account highlights rising hardships on farm households.
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Farmer
For Sale or Trade Jack Available in College Station
One four year old jack offered for sale or trade. Described as good color and size with sure breeder Ira Brownlee. Contact College Station Texas by phone 86.
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Ira Brownlee
College Station
Texas
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