Various Local and National Notices From Texas and Beyond
A collection of brief items notes post office matters in Cameron Texas and election outcomes in Cooke County Bickett versus Robbins with Robbins ahead by 200 votes reports on a Bowie County coal vein discovery and a fire at Park Avenue Hotel New York with eighteen deaths mentions Fife revising a meeting at Lockhart state forestry course at university Green Brigade survivors meet at Weimar and a Green's Brigade presidency election W A Shaw elected details on Secretary Long retirement and weather extremes this month Tom Patterson of Colorado joins the U S Senate alongside Carmack of Tennessee as newspaper men.
Contempt Ruling Sidelines Tillman and McLaurin in Senate
Tillman and McLaurin are held in contempt and their names have been draped from the senate roll call. An investigation will probably be had.
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Tillman
McLaurin
Senate
Cold does not kill Mexican boll weevils study shows
Experiments indicate severe cold fails to kill the Mexican boll weevil and warmth revives them after 24 hours encased in ice. The findings suggest resilience of the pest to freezing conditions and potential implications for control methods.
Colquitt Sues Gainesville Paper for Libel
O. B. Colquitt files a libel suit seeking 7500 dollars against the Gainesville Evening Messenger over statements published during the recent county primary election.
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Ion. O. B. Colquitt
Gainesville Evening Messenger
Prince Henry Visited as He Heads Toward White House
Prince Henry arrives in New York and plans a reception at the White House in Washington. Houston mayoral candidate John S. Stewart is son of the late congressman Charles Stewart. A switch-engine accident at Temple sent a coal car into the round house, killing night foreman L. L. Fisher and fireman Joe Scully and seriously injuring three others. the oil burner engine did not ignite.
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Prince Henry
New York
Washington
White House
Temple
Round House
L. L. Fisher
Joe Scully
Subscriptions Reach Over Half Million for Galveston Bonds
Subscriptions to Galveston protection bonds total more than 500000 dollars, comprising over one third of the overall sum required and indicating strong early support for the project.
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Galveston
Twenty first reunion of Tom Green’s brigade held in Waco
The twenty first annual reunion of Tom Green's brigade convened in Waco last week. A subscription was raised to fund a monument for Gen. Green's grave in the old cemetery at Austin.
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Tom Green
Waco
Gen. Green
Austin
Republicans struggle to cut Southern representation
The plan to reduce Southern representation in Congress falters as only 86 of 199 Republican House members attend a caucus to decide on a strategy.
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Congress
House
State Democratic Executive Committee Meets in Dallas
Chairman Wells of the state democratic executive committee calls a meeting in Dallas on February 27 to fix a date for the state convention and to handle other business that may arise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells
State Democratic Executive Committee
Dallas
Love defends comptroller office against Kauffman attacks
Comptroller M. Love replies to accusations by challenger J. E. Kauffman. He denies all charges and asserts the public loves fair play. The Weatherford Herald endorses Love for another term, praising his performance as a splendid officer.
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M. Love
J. E. Kauffman
Kauffman
Texas
Love
Herald
Weatherford Herald
State Finances Stable With Surplus Reducing Tax Rate
At week end, the general revenue fund stood at 31,431,517 with no notable warrants. The 26th legislature reduced general tax from 20 to 16 cents per $100 to drain the idle surplus, while other receipts rose enough to keep the balance virtually intact despite the unanticipated gain.
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General Revenue Fund
Cotton pickers contracts and wage practices discussed
The text explains that cotton pickers may switch fields for better pay and that time contracts do not apply to cotton. It notes only written or verbal contracts witnessed by two disinterested persons can be enforced and that employers may demand witnessed contracts if the worker is deemed untrustworthy.
Contracting with Negroes Protected by Witnessed Bonds
The article defends binding contracts with witnesses to prevent deceit by laborers who flee after receiving advances. It cites local losses, noting J.T. Randle of Rockdale sent for workers from North Carolina who abandoned him once aware of state laws allowing such escapes.
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J.T. Randle
Rockdale
North Carolina
Judge Grubbs Named Regent of State Industrial School
Judge Grubbs will serve as a regent of the state industrial school. He is responsible for establishing the new institution and was entitled to the place.
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Judge Grubbs
Senators Tillman and McLaurin Fight in Senate Session
Last Saturday in the Senate Tillman charged that votes for the Paris treaty ratification were secured by undue influence and named McLaurin. McLaurin, absent, returned and denied the charge. Tillman and McLaurin fought, with both sustaining injuries. The incident ended with their contempt by vote and potential expulsion.
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Tillman
McLaurin
South Carolina
Senate
Teller
Texas Rice Estate Valued at 1.08 Million Dollars
The Rice estate in Texas is valued at 1 083 186 53 dollars. Mr Rice owned land in almost every Texas county and had about 285 000 dollars in cash in Texas banks.
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Texas
City Election Primary Vote Totals Announced
The white voters held a city primary with 451 ballots. Mayors race went to J M Ralston at 433 votes. marshal votes split between J W Ellis 130 and R Y Stedman 308. secretary treasurer C P Beaty 435. tax assessor collector S G Boyles 284 and W C Taber 155. city attorney O L Kidd 446. aldermen results: A E Sharpe 316. J T Westmoreland 285. Tom Peoples 289. N Cass 359. J A Cone 99.
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J. M. Ralston
J. W. Ellis
R. Y. Stedman
C. P. Beaty
S G. Boyles
W. C. Taber
O. L. Kidd
Aa. E. Sharpe
J. T. Westmoreland
Tom Peoples
N. Cass
J. A. Cone
Sermon Topics At Christian Church Next Sunday
The church will hold a 11 a m sermon on Imperialism and Expansion and a 7 30 p m message titled Christ the Missionary The speaker warns that being anti missionary equates to anti Christ and urges full church support for missions A hearty welcome is extended to all attendees.
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Christian Church
Christ
For Sale State Camp-A Cleveland Bay and a Good Jack
Terms to suit purchaser If properly secured Or will trade for property of equal value Apply or write to E D Atkinson Maysfield Texas
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E. D. Atkinson
Maysfield
Texas
About the rattlesnake a remarkable essay on contradictions
A student essay recounts personal rattlesnake study in Texas and California. It notes their ancient symbolism, varied colors, rattles age indicators, and folk remedies using skin and oil. A Milwaukee Sentinel citation attributes claims to a Santa Ana contact and Chinese usage for lung trouble.
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Binh
St. Patrick
Ireland
Europe
Texas
California
Noah Palmer
Santa Ana
Cal
Milwaukee Sentinel
Londoner and Scot clash over Sir Walter Scott on ship
A Londoner and a Scottish passenger aboard the Loch Katrine steamer exchange quips about Sir Walter Scott. The Scot declines knowledge of the author and reveals he's tired of Scott, saying his printing firm is releasing a new edition and he wants a holiday from talk of Watty Scott.
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Sir Walter Scott
the North
London
Gigantic Spiders Reported in Sumatra Jungles
In Sumatra jungles researchers note enormous spiders with bodies spanning up to eight inches and leg spans reaching seventeen inches. The find highlights the region's diverse arachnid fauna.
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Sumatra
Ed F. English Named Floater Candidate in Milam Robertson District
Announced as a candidate for Floater Representative in the Legis tare district, Milam and Robertson counties comprise the constituency.
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ED F. English
Legistare
Milam and
Robertson
Milam County Candidates Named for Dem Primary
The notice announces John Crank candidate for Representative in the 28th Legislature from the 66th Milam and Robertson district. Giles Avrett runs for Milam County Sheriff and Ed Holtzclaw is also a Sheriff candidate, all subject to Democratic primary action. Robt Todd seeks re election as Milam County Sheriff pending primary results.
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John ©. Crank
Milam and Robertson
Local Candidates File for District Clerk Elective Seats
The notice names L. B. Lumpkin as a District Clerk candidate, T. C. Stafford for reelection to District Clerk subject to the Democratic primary, and M. Hooks as a District Clerk candidate subject to the Democratic primaries on March 8.
Milam County Democratic Primary County Treasurer and Tax Official Candidates
A list of Milam County candidates announced for the Democratic primary including John P. Looney W A Nabours D W Gillis J White B W Arnold H H Steadman B P Bozeman G Rister J Newton M B Wolf seeking offices of County Treasurer Tax Assessor and Tax Collector with party primary subject to vote.
County officials seek party nomination in Milam precinct
County Superintendent N H Phillips seeks Democratic primary support for the office. F J Clement is named for reelection as County Superintendent. Chas A Lankford runs for re election as Justice of the Peace Beat 1. A D Brubick is a candidate for Justice of the Peace Precinct No 1 in Democratic primaries.
Justice of the Peace Candidates Announced for Precincts Two and Seven
The notice announces F. Touchstone seeking re election as Justice of the Peace Precinct No 2 and J T Henderson 48 announcing candidacy for Justice of the Peace Precinct No 7 both subject to Democratic primary action.
Candidates Named for County Commissioner and Constable Roles
A succession of notices announces W Cross for reelection in Precinct 1, W C Weise and Charles S Hause for Precinct 2, and E H Reese for Precinct 3 as candidates. Additional candidates include George E Boles for Constable Beat 1 and B Worcester, D V Huffman for Beat 1, all subject to Democratic primaries on March 8.
Cargill Seeks Re Election as Beat 2 Constable
We are authorized to announce Ww. Cargill as a candidate for re election to the office of Constable Beat 2, subject to the action of the democratic primaries. March 8. A. Hinson as a candidate for Constable Beat 2, subject to action
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L. B. Lumpkin
T. C. Stafford
J. M. Hooks
John P. Looney
W. A. Nabours
Milam County
D. W.gillis
T. J. White
B. W. Arnold
H. H.steadman
B. P. Bozeman
Miiss County
G. &. Rister
M. B. Wolf
Democratic Party
N. H. Phillips
F. J. Clement
A.D. Btrubick
Justice of the Peace
B. F. Touchstone
Office of Justice of the Peace
W Cross
W. C. Wiese
E. H. Reese
Geo. E. Boles
Constable
D. B. Worcester
Do. V. Huffman
Beat
Ww. C. Cargill
J. A. Hinson
J. M. Eplen
Public Weigher Candidates For Beat 1 Precinct 1
The article lists M. Eplen as a candidate for Public Weigher for Beat 1 and Jesse J. Thach as a candidate for Public Weigher of Precinct No. 1 in the Democratic primaries set for March 8. It notes these candidacies are part of the March 8 election.
Cameron Texas election notice for April 1902 city offices
The Cameron city council orders an April first 1902 election at Cameron City Hall to fill mayor recorder secretary treasurer city marshal city attorney tax assessor and collector two new aldermen to succeed retiring officials and one alderman to fill the unexpired term. W M Thompson named presiding officer.
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City of
Cameron
City of Cameron
Tom Peoples
J.T. Westmoreland
G. Boyle
W. M. Thompson
J. M. Ralston
Texas
J. T. Westmoreland
G. Boyls
W.M. Thompson
Clarkson Notes Report Busy Farm Scene and Local Talks
Farmers plant corn and haul water after a light rain. Sproles opens a popular blacksmith shop. County office candidates spoke at the school house with Rep McAnally praised for his legislature record. Dr Barb preached and organized a Sunday school. Alford Atkinson on Jones Prairie streets. More Anon.
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Sproles
Representative McAnally
McAnally
Austin
Barb
Alford Atkinson
Jones Prairie
Bright
Morning Star
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ida J. McAnally
Fife
Lockhart
State University
Green
Weimar
Kansas
John Reardon
Pitt Newcomb
Rogers
Georgia
Park Avenue Hotel
W. A. Shaw
Green’s Brigade Association
Long
Navy Department
Bowie County
Cooke County
Bickett
Robbins
Tom Patterson
Colorado
United States Senate
Carmack
Tennessee
John S. Stewart
Houston
Chas. Stewart
SION
POR
Giles C. Avriett
J. E
Holtzclaw
Robt
Todd
Newton
County Superintendent OF Public Instruction
Chas. A. Lankford
J. T. Henderson
Charles 8. Hause
Jesse JT. Thach
Clarkson Notes
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