Longing for the Hills of Home in a Texas paper
George Cowan editor of the Robert Lee Observer recalls boyhood scenes in Mississippi and laments the decay of the homeland landscape polluted by oil. The piece links memories to a broader reflection on time, loss, and the passing of childhood places.
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George Cowan
Robert Lee Observer
Mississippi
Winona
Miss
San Angelo
Perch
Bass
Gasper
Rip van Winkle
Fallingwater
Knatskill Mountains
Houston Post
Paradise
Lee
Locksley Hall
The Burden of Bigotry in Public Discourse
The piece denounces zeal driven slander against critics of public figures, arguing that opposing views of Secretary of State duties are a legitimate Democratic expression. It cites the Bryan Chautauqua episode and warns against branding critics as traitors or enemies.
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Bryan Chautauqua
Ultra Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Bryan
Mud Comparisons Highlight Texas Towns
The Timpson Times notes a Houston Post cartoon praising Houston mud and jokes that after rain all cities look alike. It concedes Bryan may have the classiest mud in Texas, contrasting regional streets and shared wet weather.
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Houston Post
Houston
Timpson Times
Bryan
Texas
Water storage urged to prevent annual droughts
The author laments recurring water shortages across towns and farms, noting seasonal rains provide abundance yet are wasted. He argues disciplined storage and preparedness can avert water famine, blaming human profligacy rather than divine scarcity for ongoing shortages.
Tempest Over Capitol Portrait Swap in Texas
Newspapers cry desecration over Sam Houston image removal at the Austin capitol and Bailey’s portrait replacement. The Houston painting belonged to the artist who painted Bailey, who removed his own property and hung the Bailey portrait presented by Bailey supporters.
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Texas
Sam Houston
Capitol
Austin
Senator Bailey
Houston
Bailey
Mr. Bailey
Democratic Tariff Aims New Trust Hindrance
The nation operates under a Democratic tariff the first since 1894 and the lowest in seventy five years. Advocates say the new tariff will curb trusts and combines, lower prices, and provide relief from high living costs through a revised reducing bill in effect.
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Democratic Party
Prize Composition Won by Tyler Ten Year Old
A Tyler public school prize for fiction based on moving picture plays went to a ten year old boy. The winning piece features a villain hurling threats and a hero vowing revenge, with dramatic dialogue and stark violence implied.
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Tyler
Texarkana
Texarkanian
The Wear on Brain Muscle and Soul in Journalism
The piece reflects on the relentless 365 day duty of newspaper workers. It laments forgotten labor and the personal cost of serving city, county, and state publics. It cites gospel endurance and the hope of a righteous reward after long service.
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Brenham Banner Press
Mayes declares local optionist and statewide prohibitionist stance
Will H. Mayes says he is both a local optionist and a statewide prohibitionist. Some papers accuse this as a vote seeking bid. The Eagle notes a local option in Brown County or statewide prohibition would guide his ballot use.
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Will H. Mayes
Eagle
Mayes
Brown County
The Random Shot Wound Joke Turns Sour
A humorous quip about a stray arrow and toys balloon misfiring ends with a serious reflection. Neighbors are said to have suffered losses from the craftsman's mishaps, including calves and cats, prompting settlements or potential legal action.
Houston Port Faces Duty-Free Loss Under New Tariff
Report from Houston notes bonded warehouse imports will be withdrawn duty free under the new tariff law, predicting a $33,000 loss to the government. The piece weighs potential benefits to the public versus possible enrichment of a few importers without lowering prices.
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Houston
Army upkeep costs millions in Texas coast garrison
The piece notes that maintaining the Galveston and Texas City forces costs about $400,000 monthly for salaries alone. It mentions additional expenses such as board, clothing, feed, repairs, and many other costs involved in running the stationed officers and soldiers.
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Galveston
Texas City
East Texas Fair invitation to Tyler visit pumpkins and poultry
The Eagle acknowledges receipt of a season ticket to the East Texas Fair in Tyler from Editor L. M. Green of the Tyler Courier-Times. He invites the team to view pumpkins potatoes sugar cane and galler legged chickens and sample Smith County pot lick er.
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Eagle
Tyler
L. M. Green
Tyler Courier-Times
Farmers Hope for Better Roads To Reach Town
A report notes persistent rain makes travel to town hard for farmers and harms merchants. The Eagle advocates road improvements so farmers can reach town in all weather, promising economic relief.
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Eagle
Tax Assessors and Incomes Swunk Under Texas Winds
Under the income tax law tax assessors will find that incomes like the negro's potato have swunk before the winds from the north sweep down on Texas.
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Texas
Tariff Hold Raises Pressure Over Butter Bill
Debates over the tariff bill intensify as butter from Siberia and Australia held in New York faces delay. Supporters push for swift passage to avoid higher costs and secure lower duties.
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New York
Gov Colquitt in Panama For Canal Opening
The Hudsonville News reports Gov Colquitt is in Panama likely for the canal opening and hopes he will not veto any related measures. The dispatch signals expectations he will participate in the event.
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Hudsonville News
Governor O B Col quitt Seen Fatigued in Photo
The Houston Post shows Gov O B Col quitt appearing tired, suggesting he has not enjoyed political calm or legislative rest since taking office.
Sharpstown contest crowns slim climber in fall hat test
In Sharpsburg, Pennsylvania a female tree climbing contest awarded victory to a willowy competitor weighing 300 pounds. The Eagle notes she clearly selected a large tree for the feat.
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Sharpsburg
Real estate transfers rise in county signaling improved conditions
Real estate transfers filed for record in this county are increasing rapidly over the past few months. This indicates that money stringency has eased and business conditions along all lines are returning to normal proportions.
Ten Thousand Dollars In Jewelry Stolen From Roosevelt Home
Jewelry valued at ten thousand dollars was stolen from the Roosevelt residence on Sagmore Hill. Local authorities say the theft occurred recently and the public is urged to report any information leading to the suspect.
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Roosevelt
Sagmore Hill
Paving Main Street Funds Secured For Mud-Free Route
Local officials announce securing funds to repave Main Street. Citizens cheer the milestone as crews prepare to lay asphalt and lift the town from persistent mud and dust.
Admitting Fault Keeps Man Right Says Witty Truth
A humorous line asserts a man stays all right only if he admits he is wrong. The remark blends wit with a blunt moral about accountability.
Country Roads Ready for the Split Log Drag
A brief note indicates the country roads are prepared for field maintenance with the split log drag method to clear and smooth surfaces. No additional details or dates provided.
Floods Renewed Across South Texas
Associated Press reports renewed flooding in south Texas as additional rains raise water levels on the Brazos Trinity and Guadalupe rivers. Lower reaches remain serious with thousands of acres flooded and crop damage expected to be heavy.
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Associated Press
Houston
Brazos
Trinity
Guadalupe
Small blaze in northern city destroys house
Welter Brown, a colored resident, suffered a house fire at 3 o clock this morning beyond fire limits. The fire department could not respond. Brown insured the property for $300.
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Welter Brown
Brown
Marriage Licenses Issued for Four Couples
Caries Dubila with Antonio Castilla and Oscar Lewis with Clemmie Banjo received marriage licenses.
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Caries Dubila
Antonio Castilla
Oscar Lewis
Clemmie Banjo
Bryan Post Office Shows Rapid Growth in 1912 13
Post office receipts for September 1918 were 1266.96, down from 1402.49 in September 1912. For year ending October 1 1913 receipts reached 17153.47, up from 15899.82 the previous year. The postal savings bank started July 1 1911 with about 3500 on deposit and 18 accounts totaling 1301.74, earning 2 percent interest.
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City of
Bryan
Postal Savings Bank
Rev A E Page Resigns From First Baptist Church
Rev. A E Page tendered his resignation as pastor of the First Baptist church to take effect at the will of the congregation. He served two years and urged all members to vote next Sunday. He is praised as a splendid preacher and active citizen who will be missed by the community.
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A. E. Page
First Baptist Church
Madisonville
Rebels Defeated in Decisive Chihuahua Battle
Four thousand Federals led by General Castro captured Santa Rosalia from four thousand Constitutionalists under Pancho Villa. The victory, reported from El Paso, marks a key clash as rebels sought control in Chihuahua and signals shifting authority in the region.
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Associated Press
el Paso
Castro
Santa Rosalia
Pancho Villa
Chihuahua
Wounds Not Stars in Auto Wreck Case
Herman Oelrichs a Columbia law student was discharged in police court on stabbing charges after Miss Lucile Singleton Dallas altered her story saying wounds came from a car wreck rather than an assault.
Suffragettes Burn Unoccupied Mansion in Hampton
London reports militant suffragettes set fire to the large unoccupied Manson at Hampton. Two protesters have been arrested as authorities respond to the scene.
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Associated Press
London
Manson
Hampton
Miner released after five days trapped in Centralia mine
Thos. Toshe ku, a miner held since Friday in the Continental mine at Centralia Pennsylvania, was freed just before eight this morning. He appeared well and told bystanders that he felt bully after the daunting ordeal.
Two Steamers Collide Drowning Eighteen Sailors
In Yarmouth England on October 4 a collision between the Gardenia and the Cornwood caused the Gardenia to founder in the North Sea. Eighteen sailors perished, all from the Gardenia, with rescue efforts continuing.
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Associated Press
Yarmouth
England
Gardenia
Cornwood
North Sea
Five Die In New Haven Hotel Fire
A fire swept through the Devers hotel in New Haven Kentucky killing Mrs James Devers her three children and sister in law. The blaze left the building a total loss and authorities investigated cause and damages. Nearby residents aided in evacuation and relief efforts continued through the day.
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New Haven
Associated Press
James Devers
Devers
Interurban Car Derailed in Bryan and College Area
The Bryan and College Interurban suffered a derailment when its sole large car ran off the track near the car barn entrance. Rails spread and it slid into mud as workers aimed to restore service by four or five o clock.
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Bryan & College Interurban
Police Save Actors From Montenegro Mob
In Gettinje Montenegro Oct 1 police used only forcible measures to protect actors who portrayed Turks in King Nicholas play The Siege of Scutari. A youth attempted to shoot the Essad Pasha actor and the audience rushed the stage during the Turks retreat in the third act.
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Gettinje
Montenegro
Nicholas
Scutari
Essad Pasha
Rev Daup to Leave Bryan for Elkhart Indiana
In Bryan the Rev W W Daup rector of St Andrews Episcopal Church has tendered his resignation, accepted by the vestry, to take charge of a church at Elkhart Indiana. He will depart next Sunday. His friends in Bryan regret the loss but cheer the advancement, while the vestry considers several candidates for his successor.
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Bryan
W. W. Daup
St. Andrews Episcopal Church
Elkhart
Ind
Indiana
Daup
Eagle
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