Apes and revivalists draw lines in religious farce
A Roscoe Times writer vents at revivalist imitators who ape Sam Jones and Billy Sunday. He mocks leap frog tricks on platforms and warns against amusement in church. The piece defends Sam Jones’s character and urges dignity in religious preaching.
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Roscoe Times
Sam Jones
Billy Sunday
Texas
Egypt
Moses
Dr. Weston
Colorado Record
Terrell
The
West News
Cameron Herald
Thorndale Champion
Kerrville
Sun
Texas Weekly Review
Westske Noving
Sam Jones Memorably Lived as A Plain Man of God
The account praises Sam Jones for traveling solo, refusing celebrity, and sharing burdens when storms hit his lectures. It notes his modest eighty dollar asks grew to forty in a bad night, and a manager’s offer to cover the shortfall, which Jones declined, emphasizing mutual responsibility. The piece contrasts genuine religion with leapfrog preachers and mocks apeassion for amusement.
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Sam Jones
Opera House
Sam
Brother Hill
AS Others See Political Investigations Worth Cost
A reflection questions whether political probes justify their expense and effort while noting the persistent vigilance demanded by critics and supporters alike.
Marshall Chambers Hot Lunches and Barbershop Near Santa Fe Depot
A brief notice says Marshall Chambers operates hot lunches and a barbershop near the Santa Fe Depot. It invites readers to call when in the area.
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Marshall Chambers
Santa Fe
Connection
Gee
Yantis biller honored as session ends
In the closing hours Speaker F. O. Fuller native Texan received praise for fairness and efficiency. He signed the Yantis bone-dry bill, was presented a diamond stud Masonic charm watch chain gold fountain pen and traveling bag and was nominated for Congress by fellow members. Flowers for the living.
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F. O. Fuller
Fuller
Congress
Fort Worth
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