Ferguson Roofs Rent Plank as Vote Getter in Texas Politics
The Dallas Dispatch reports on Ferguson’s rent plank as a flashy, impractical campaign gimmick. It notes critics, including Jonathan Lane, question legality while highlighting Lane’s past controversial stances and the state’s evolving laws. Endorsements by Peter Radford and W. D. Lewis spark debate over farmers’ support.
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Jonathan Lane
Lane
Car Stable
George Clark
People of
Texas
Jim Hogg
Hogg
Railroad Commission
Radford
Lewis
Dallas Dispatch
Yantis of Athens Seeks State Senate Amid Party Switch
R E Yantis editor of the Athens Review, once a longtime anti leader in Henderson County, now runs for State Senator on the pro ticket. His conversion occurred less than two years ago after visiting Tom Ball headquarters at the Southland. A story tied to his candidacy involves Peter Radford, former president, and W D president of the Farmers, with Yantis described as a county lec-
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Farmers’ Union
Henderson County
Peter Radford
W. D. Lewis
State Senate
Yantis
Tom Billy Jones
Athens
Tom Billy
Jim Ferguson
Radford
Lewis
Sen
R. E. Yantis
Texas
Malcolm Paterson
Athens Review
Antis
Tom Ball
Southland
W. D
Farmers
Brazos County Fair Project Supported by The Eagle
The Eagle urges the Commercial Club committee to keep interest high for a Brazos County fair. The paper believes the annual gathering will benefit Bryan and the county and offers its help to keep the subject before the public.
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the Eagle
Commercial Club
Brazos County
Bryan
Colonel Ball Advocates Abolishing Dept of Agriculture
Colonel Ball reiterates support for dissolving the State Department of Agriculture and transferring its duties and funds to the Agricultural and Mechanical College. He argues consolidation benefits farmers and education, while boosting the college’s practical agricultural knowledge and teaching capacity.
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Ball
Mineola
State Department of Agriculture
Agricultural and Mechanical College
No clear argument against proposal despite political motive
The Galveston News decries demagogy around a proposal arguing that opposition stems from politicians resisting abolishing a political office. The piece frames the critique as rooted in aversion to reform rather than substantive grounds.
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Tion
Galveston News
President Wilson Praised by British Press After Panama Tolls Bill
British papers hail Wilson after Panama tolls repeal. The Daily Mail lauds his act as right and worthy, predicting popular approval of a great man. The Daily Chronicle notes increased personal ascendancy and restored treaty credit for the United States. The Post calls it a hard won triumph and urges English respect for the statesman who risked popularity.
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Wilson
Panama
The
Daily Mail
Daily Chronicle
Benchley Gets New Rural Mail Route No 1
Benchley now has Benchley No 1 rural mail route serving upper Brazos and lower Robertson residents. Residents previously without Bryan or Hearne route service gain daily mail convenience in the improved system.
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Benchley
Benchley No
Brazos
Robertson
Bryan
Hearne
Speaking Dates Proclaimed for Ball Candidacy
Clarence Ousley announces speaking dates to back Colonel Ball while Sam Sparks shells the woods to support him and Colonel Johnston predicts a large victory. If Jake and Jonah would join, the grand chorus would be complete.
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Clarence Ousley
Colonel Ball
Sam Sparks
Colonel Johnston
Jake
Jonathan
Highway proposal to connect Bryan and A M College praised
The Eagle reports strong public support for a first class highway linking Bryan to the A and M College. Readers express favorable views and the paper endorses any fair plan to fund the construction.
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Bryan
A. & M. College
The
Eagle
Plans to enact Democratic policy early in Wilson era
A statement from A M College notes Texas girls canning clubs produced enough tomatoes on a tenth acre to feed a family all winter and sell $90 worth. The Eagle backs a Bryan cannery as farmer aid, noting profit in growing and canning tomatoes and other produce.
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A. & M. College
Canning Clubs of
Texas
Eagle
Bryan
Mediation group aims for Niagara Falls talks on Mexican Provisional President
Peace mediators seek to bring Huerta and Constitutionalists delegates to Niagara Falls for direct talks and to select a Provisional President of Mexico by personal negotiation. Constitutionalists retain power and resist outside influence, questioning why they should cede control in naming their own candidate.
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Huerta
Niagara Falls
Mexico
Democrats Admit Higher Cost of Living Debate
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram notes that many Democrats concede the party has not reduced living costs yet urge supporters to claim improvement. The column mocks idle promises as unable to feed an empty stomach.
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Fort Worth
Alumni reach to the White House dream at Texas Legislature
Temple Telegram notes Princeton boasts a president among its alumni while Texas University alumni now form the bulk of the Texas Legislature. The piece ponders whether a Texas man could one day occupy the White House.
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Princeton University
State University of Texas
White House
Temple Telegram
Texas
Sylvia Pankhurst Vows Hunger Strike Until Asquith Acts
Miss Sylvia Pankhurst declares she will neither eat nor drink in prison or out until Premier Asquith agrees to receive a suffragette deputation. She adds she would enjoy being in the premier’s place for sixty days.
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Sylvia Pankhurst
London
Villa and Carranza Deny Break in Relations
Both leaders insist there is no rift between them. The exchange hints at tension despite public statements and the adage that actions speak louder than words.
Death of Adlai E Stevenson Honored Nationwide
Adlai E Stevenson former Vice President during Cleveland's second term has died. He will be remembered as a leading citizen honored by all political faiths for his integrity and public service.
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Adlai E. Stevenson
United States
Cleveland
Fort Worth grocer sues over insult baldhead remark
A Fort Worth grocer filed a complaint against a young man for calling him baldhead, a slur described as a grave breach of the peace. The report cites a biblical anecdote of a prophet’s forty two children slain by a she bear for the insult.
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Fort Worth
Baldhead
Senator Vardaman’s Senate clash stirs uproar in chamber
Senator Vardaman of Mississippi sparked a heated floor confrontation that required fellow senators to restrain him as the army and navy of the Senate were summoned to quell the disturbance.
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Vardaman
Mississippi
Senate
No Millions for Them Says Barroom Romance
A Grand Rapids News quote notes a man who knows every bartender by first name is not a millionaire and implies many barroom regulars fail to become rich. The Houston Post echoes the sentiment about lingering patrons and good night kisses.
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Roy Moulton
Grand Rapids News
Houston Post
State road to A and M College earns public shame
The speaker condemns the dirt road to the A and M College as on par with town roads but notes its service to a great state institution of higher learning for 37 years. The call is to remedy the condition immediately.
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A. & M. College
Nephew of General Gordon Dies in Harris County Jail
A correlation note reports the death of General John B. Gordons nephew in the Harris County jail at Houston while detained for a fine payment. The piece asserts greatness is not hereditary and cannot be bequeathed.
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John B. Gordon
Harris County
Houston
Oil and gas booms ripple through Corsicana Mexia Groesbeck
The report notes Corsicana finding oil, Mexia striking gas, and Groesbeck also hitting gas. It hints that further tapping of oil or gas may occur along the region as activity spreads.
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Corsicana
Mexia
Groesbeck
Alabama ball player dreams fall as third base bid ends at window
An Alabama ball player slept and dreamed of sliding to third base and fell from a third story window. Bystanders found him and judged he was out in the incident reported by the Houston Post.
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Alabama
Houston Post
Farmers Seeks Rain Before Governor Race
Farmers say a good rain matters more than the Governor’s race as their farms feel closer than the statehouse in Austin. They focus on weather and crops before politics.
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Granite State House
Austin
Bryan Parents Discuss Next Session School Plans
Parents in Bryan weigh options for a new school for their children in the coming session and call on local citizens to support Bryan schools now.
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Texas
Bryan
Politicians Clash Over Tactics in Gubernatorial Campaign
Personalities push to undermine rival’s title and credibility as the governor race heats up. Campaigns scramble for advantage with bold moves and critical messaging aimed at shaping public perception.
Campaign claims over earth and fullness of it
The text notes the moment of asserting claims in a campaign with Ball and Ferguson both claiming ownership of the earth and its fullness. It presents a partisan battle over land and resources, reflecting strong rhetoric and competitive positioning. The passage centers on competing figures and their assertions.
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Ball
Ferguson
Dallas tops Houston as police clash intensifies
A violent clash in Dallas escalates amid reports of officers engaging in deadly confrontations with officers from Houston, signaling a regional flare up in law enforcement violence and prompting inquiries into policing strategies.
Jones Named to Head Federal Reserve Board
A man named Jones is slated to head the Federal Reserve Board amid questions about whether he is the same Jones who has been paying the fright. The piece notes uncertainty over his identity and the implications for past payments.
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Jones
Federal Reserve Board
Days Start Shorter After Summer Solstice
Article notes summer heat remains intense after the solstice and observers point out days will grow shorter from now on with the change in season.
Long Distance Walkers Reach Bryan on Coast to Coast Trek
Italian walkers Pietro Parina Carlo Zanolini and Artemio Conti arrived in Bryan after 64 days and 2 500 miles from New York. They plan 3 200 more miles to San Francisco hoping to set a record for the longest coast to coast walk. They praised Bryan officials and photographer Will Smith captured film for Mutual Company.
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San Francisco
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New Orleans
Bryan
Waco
Dallas
Fort Worth
Cal
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J. T. Maloney
Henry Crenshaw
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