Fragmented Notices Mix Roads Rumors and Obituaries
A collage of stray notices from Mayfield to Cameron speaks of direct routes and time charges, a rumored Austin extra session, later day biblical quips, and a law card for S G Little. It also reports Mrs. Franklin Hollister strangled in Chicago, Richard turns confessing, and memorials for Marshal Field and Fon O F McAnally as Cameron Herald vows continued coverage.
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Franklin Hollister
Chicago
Richard
Cox for City Attorney Seeks Election
The notice presents Mr. M. G. Cox as a worthy candidate for city attorney. It praises him as energetic, capable, well read, and likely to fulfill the duties of the office with credit if elected.
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M. G. Cox
Voter Tax Notice and Local News Bits from Bellville Region
Poll tax reminders warn that old receipts are invalid for the upcoming road tax vote on the 30th. Bellville court reports a continuance in the Eldridge murder case with courtroom searches on entry. Maj. Robert G. Lowe, Galveston news leader, died last Monday, lauded for Texas press influence and labor-era actions. Bonham jail case notes a man jailed for a shocking crime who swore sanctification and threatened divine release. Various editorials discuss advertising, newspaper influence, and local merchants, ending with Floresville Chronicle observations on traveling sales.
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Eldridge
Bellville
Texas
Bonham
Honey Grove
Floresville
Japanese jiu-jitsu master arrives in Washington
A Japanese master of jiu-jitsu has arrived in Washington and may set up a school to train prospective visitors to the White House.
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Washington
White House
Kansas City Mayor Threatened by Prohibitionists
The San Antonio Express reports that Kansas City’s mayor faces ouster calls after asserting the prohibition law cannot be enforced. The piece suggests some people in Kansas do not prize truthfulness.
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Kansas City
Kansas
State demands focus from Railroad Commissioner Col quitt
The Hemphill Leader states Texas voters elected Col quitt to run the railroad office and not to spend most of his time promoting his gubernatorial campaign. The editorial calls for him to devote attention to his official duties rather than campaign fencing.
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State of
Texas
Colquitt
Madisonville Men Fund Fire Department Equipment
Madisonville business men pooled funds to purchase a full modern fire fighting equipment for the town. Citizens recognize need and have ordered splendid gear, aiming to take pride in the fire department and build a great city from a small town.
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Madisonville
Waco Delegates to National Waterways Convention
Mayor James B. Baker and Judge Eugene Williams of Waco depart for Washington to represent the city at the National Waterways Convention. They will advocate for the Brazos River as a navigable Texas waterway and press for fair treatment and effective administration of laws.
Railways End Free Pass Privilege Says Fort Worth Record
The Fort Worth Record notes state legislators complain about no railway passes this year. It suggests railways are reforming by ending the practice and could be first to declare lawmakers no longer ride free.
Texas farmer portrayed as informed and powerful reader
The Fort Worth Telegram notes that the average Texas farmer is both powerful and intelligent. He reads daily papers and stays posted on the latest gold brick details, and unlike many others, digests what he reads, aided by rural mail delivery.
Opposition to an Extra Session by The Lockhart Register
The Lockhart Register denounces an extra session of the Legislature as silly and foolish. It argues there is no necessity and would waste public funds, criticizing lawmakers as not worth their daily salary and urging the governor to pursue peace and sanity.
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Robert E. Lee
Lee
The
Lockhart Register
Rainy New Year Verses and Philippine Critique Collected
A Chicago Record Herald excerpt compiles comic verses about Tennyson’s damp New Year and a Mount Pleasant Enterprise editor’s sardonic Philippine Islands critique. The piece mocks weather rhymes and lampoons colonial views with baseless stereotypes and sensational imagery.
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Chicago Record Herald
Widow Appointed District Clerk of Fannin County
Bonham Texas January 13 Judge Denton appointed Mrs John S Cope to fill the unexpired term as district clerk of Fannin County The late Mr Cope died of consumption and requested his wife be appointed Strong local support backed the decision with deputies remaining in office ensuring smooth operation of affairs
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Commissioners’ Court
Cope
Denton
Bonham
How the Scotsman Tells a Dry Roll Story
The editor Alexander Russell reviews a Scottish minister Rev Johnston's new book after a servant delivers it to him at breakfast. Russell jokes that the "dry roll" will be buttered on both sides, and the next day the review appears, signaling a favorable reception.
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Johnston
Alexander Russel
The
Scotsman
Russell
The Beginnings of Art by B Crosse on primitive dance
Dr B Crosse argues in Die Anfaenge der Kunst that primitive dance carried social evolution in early societies. The dance served war preparation and propitiation, united people, and with music evolved from rhythm to a motive power fostering decoration and a nascent aesthetic sense.
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Dr. B. Crosse
Beekeeper’s Bees Trigger Train Rescue and Ridiculous Stranded Return
A German beekeeper traveling to a bee show on a Hanover train had his bees escape from a basket and climb his trousers. Two women alerted the conductor and the train halted. The man, left in an empty car, shook the bees from his pants and they were swept away by a telegraph pole. At a station the station master helped search as the beekeeper pawned his watch to afford clothing for the trek back along the line.
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Hanover
A Certain Cure for Croup
In urgent croup cases the trusted Chamberlain's Cough Remedy remains reliable after years of use. Mr. M. F. Compton of Market Texas testifies it gives prompt relief in severe child cases. Sold by George A. Thomas & Sons drugists.
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M. F. Compton
Market
Texas
George A. Thomas & Sons
Drugaiste
New Year's Day In Gay Paree
Montreal Star reports Paris on New Year’s Day as bleak outside yet warm inside with widespread card calling. Officials, diplomats, and functionaries greet one another in formal receptions at the Elysee while millions of cards circulate through a dedicated postal service staffed by women. The custom extends from January 2 through the month, with some hiring clerks to distribute cards.
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J. B. Herbert
Monmouth
Tennyson
Paris
Elysee
Inraldes
Ely
Fhve
Paris Postoffice
Montreal Star
Each Day a White Page Quote by J B Bliss
A reflective quotation on living each day rightly as the path to a good year. The note frames the new day as a blank page to write purpose and beauty.
Worcestershire Farmer Plans Unusual Gift to Cow
A Worcestershire farmer proposes an odd tribute using mistletoe to a cow after a spell of cold weather. The gesture aims to bring luck to his farm and the surrounding community during the new year period.
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Gowen
Gairy
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