Bandit Merce Wells Targeted in Beeville County Shootout
A long pursuit ended with bandit Merce Wells captured after a multi county chase. He reportedly robbed banks and carried a trunk full of stolen money, was wounded in an exchange of gunfire, and later jailed after surrender near Beeville. Officers recovered $1400 and Wells faced sentencing for prior crimes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Gientewaler
Andre
Dhe Laing
Bisik
Freedom
Lule Berk Cnbbery Minéy
Aumbling
Wells
UN 1
Sears
Kitmap-Rebbere
RB Rotins Gaumden Phyrsina
Robins
Hls
St. Lowis
Jarruary
Funeral Services for John L Buffington Held Yesterday
Funeral services for John L Buffington were held yesterday at the Lake burial site. The services, conducted by Rev L Lew, took place at the Methodist church and included a private service at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife Mrs JB Burlington of Eagle Lake three sisters and a brother with the community extending condolences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L.buffington
John
Bettinson
Mauston
Eliy
Werthesiay
Ipiel
Rock Clan Mtareh
MT Lew
Wiegerald
James Jacob
Sinpleton
JB Purlington
Bugle Lake
O.R. Darts
Autthe
A. & Bennemith
Tt Larson
Eagle Lake
Tlehayt
Brytan
Hite
Friends Urging Judge Strickland For Alderman
Friends urge Judge Strickland to seek re election as alderman before his April term end. A mix of supporters cite conservative, prudent leadership while noting Strickland may face opposition from rivals and a potential challenge from the camp aligned with rival figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strickland
Hag
Jidge Steckiang
Aldomar
Duckie Strickland
Bert
Aleterman
Tiedical Atnintarn 3 Formed as Colimes
The article notes the formation of a group called Colimes tied to medical matters. It lists several individuals including Mrs A H Porlast and Guenther, with mentions of La Gringe and Colymsm. Delegates attend a medical convention in Galruston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Payer
Mim Ra
Bal
Colas
A. H. Porlast
Wellin
Yin Peesicomdt Fee
T. Guenther
la Gringe
Presiient-Reet
Mim SM Telekhnim
Colymsm
Pnersiaty
Truieuret
Aly MM
Mess Das
Bell
Guenther Celis
Ant Birknomt
Nad
Farmers vote strong for government plan in Saturday election
Texas cotton farmers backed a government marketing plan in a Saturday referendum with about 264,589 votes for and 21,303 against. County totals show mixed support across communities with several precincts reporting results and some ballots challenged or disallowed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Colorado County
Bugle Lake
Agalnest
Gatwood
Bernardo
Columbus
Sur
Banhta Ansa
Rabel Advertises Easy Auto License Service
Mr Rabel announces a service to obtain 1998 motor vehicle license plates in Gale ron county. The ad promises convenient allotment across nearby units and warns that owners may have to travel to Columbus for plates if chosen, aiming to simplify the license renewal process.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hrad- Ne
Tax Assessor
Rabel
Pines Fuid Gates
H Gale
Ron County
Erry Acer
Motor Venice
Mrs Chapman Takes Over Garwenl Hotel Management
Mrs Chapman assumes control of Garwenl Hotel succeeding Mrs Clary Hunte who recently retired. The move ends years of family leadership, with Chapman promising improved efficiency and maintaining the hotel’s popular menus and reputation in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otiaerian
Clary Hunte
Chapman
Brute Tin
Ineast Mae Seangem Fol With Pneumonta
Inest Mae Seangem fol with pneumonia and related ailments, as Houston sources report care provided to a patient described as Wile icet, with many friends praying for recovery. The Houston specialist team and local health department are cited in context of care and prognosis.
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Pneumonta
Vate
Denest Benbooy
Houston
Dean
Omnd
Devlin
Dalus
Ovehaed Sulphur Dome Now Producing Sulphur
The Duval Sulphur Company operates the mine as the main producer. A rival Sulphur Company, controlled by Whittom County, challenges mining rights and produces sulphur at a large scale. The report notes estimated output reaching several thousand tons and a claim of around 100 tent aquare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duval Swphur Company
Wii
WA Toren Gullaulphur Canpany
Theoworld
Whittom County
Fyyput
Freeport business men to visit Tuesday morning
Freeport delegation of 25 business men citizens and sportsmen will tour through South and Central Texas arriving in Freeport for a 20 minute stop on March 22. The event promotes friendliness and fishing at the mouth of the Brazos river and will distribute souvenirs including pencils paper weights and a special edition of Freeport Facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport
Texas
Ex- Wie
Preeport-Vetance Lotiamter
Gommercc
Texas Freepers
Tharr
Brozop
Preenort
Severnl
D. D. Bass
Velasca Chamber of Continenie
Howton Light & Power Co
A. Nung
Preopart
H. &, Wetzel
Treenart Is Er
Mf Sytote
Thong 4
Pleld
Freeport Oly Seri
Bugle Lake
Ming
Crlett
Port Sulphur Co FB Vygruesy
Precert Velasca C
Brackman
Tarpinn
Ingane Iga Grocerry Stora
CP. Kendall
Ailor Pronnon
Mats
AV ‘Truman
Bown
Iunger Deep Bei Sieming
C.F. Watson
Sriring Sheyever
A. S. Combs
I Missouri Pueific
Melisos
J. M. Spencer
Port Gate
Ad B
Bregkenbrough
Phare
A. RE Aidtison
Freepayn
Whar
A. Denny
Penny
Suggees
Innonger
Morris Berlinfold
Clue Plane
Mon. Biteau
Freenott Theatre
Tex Re Flaniken
Post Offer
G. O. Hardman
Husvraner
Lea. Goldbergley Roons
WC. McLean
Freeport National Bank
J. Collins
Atratfer Chemex Co
A. 7. Datgle
Guit Cites Natural Gas Co
Colly Injures Ankle in Fall at Home
Local report notes Mrs Colly sustained an ankle injury after a fall at home. She received medical attention and is expected to recover, though pain persists. Family and friends express hopes for a swift return to health.
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C. BR. Cally
Maontias
Father of Mrs Walton Dromonle Parsed Away
The notice reports the death of Mrs Walton Dromonle related to Sylvester Glen with funeral details in Buffalo. It mentions Mrs Droingidle, Mrs Agnew Drouinall and Meg as attendees and notes sympathy directed toward Mrs Promeganin in this local obituary snippet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walton Dromonle
Mim Willon Bromsowle
Buffalo
Dexia
Sylvester Glen
Peiell
Meg
Buffalo Tl
Promeganin
Northington Sr of Egypt Dies After Long Illness
George H Northington Sr a longtime Wharton County resident and early cattleman died after a period of illness. Born June 20 1880 at the Northington Plantation he lived on his Egypt estate aside from a brief marriage period. He and Miss Virginia Simmons celebrated their 63rd anniversary. Survived by wife, sons Manor George and two others, daughter Miss Sadie Northington, and many grandchildren. Burial Monday at family cemetery on the plantation.
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George A. Northington
Wharton County
Texas
Gar al
Sun- Huy Uyn Houston
Northington
Howston
Adee
Hilt
Chappel Hall
Jesss
Virginia Simmons
Toulon
Egypt
Nottington
Sec Hon
Dgypt
Wak & Grandson
Captyan
Hurd
San Jacinto
Erin
Northigton
Namie
Aire Mhrer
Manor
George He
Wim
May Orne
Miss Sade Sorthington
Aid Touxtenis Arancetlladver
al Morceiaser
Fouston
Clertwnts
Virginie
Tim
Harold Axl Geo Br.wail
Revit
Goorise
Wil Meriwether
Uungerfards
Jack Behwab
Nastwile
Hurley Hurst
Chicago Westmoorland
Rhode Ising Caertant
Senile
Morice Maxwell
Los Angeles
Mies Elizabeth Weatharsiane
Fogle Like
Stu Erent Grintchildren
Rast Revpavl eat Below 5.000 Peet Ras t Revpavl
Fragmentary OCR text mentions locations near East Bernaed and Hive miles south, with references to Mo Mule, Drillers, Halelia Gockfield, and a date-like 31. The readable portions suggest a local notice or brief item about events or changes in a community with several garbled names and numbers.
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East
Bernaed
Atlee
Wharton County Agent Award and Notices Disordered Text
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Wharton County agent and an award or notice, with unclear names and details. The readable portions reference a county agent and possible probate or public notice context, but specific persons, dates, or actions remain unreadable.
Freight Train Kills Man at East Bernard
A man identified as Jim Haron, age 3, was killed by freight train No. 418 near East Bernard on Wednesday. The deceased’s body was found on the tracks and transported to Fayetteville for burial, with services and interment at the East Bernard National Cemetery.
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East Bernard
Jim Haron
Bernard
Southern Pacific
East Beryard
Fayetteis Jiville
Anniversary of Golden Wedding Observed at Bungay
Lisste Correspondent reports Mr and Mrs A J Darby of Liss ste celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. They wed on March 13. An afternoon tea was held at Melr hore with friends from Engie Lake and Hfnistow and local relatives. Guests offered congratulations and best wishes for many more happy years together.
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A. J. Darby
Lissste
Alton Low
Uyia Whigt
Melr Hore
Hue
Engie Lake
Hfnistow
Wm Darby
Geoore Cheek
Walter Darby
Ding
Ie Dufferds
Inavelie
Gmeo Barby
Eyh Chish
Sinmnenn
Sethi
Jorge Baskeb
Pune
Driby
Lise
Bandit incident at East Bernard bank station
East Bernard reports a bandit at the East End station where he bought gas and displayed a gun. Police engaged in raids and sought a quick resolution as witnesses described the suspect’s actions and escape attempt.
Unclear OCR fragment hints at medical operation discussion
Fragmentary text references an operation and names unclear. It mentions a patient, possible medical procedure, and a general sense of hospital or clinical context with scattered proper nouns and phrases.
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Bandit
Coast Counties
JS Bhites
LD Campo
Martin
Cepens
Sherrie J. Ball
Beevtle
Beeville
Konods
Dres
Namis
Ball
Rite
Winum
Ayer
Tany
Shyrely
Noel Depugye
Fe Bleurecht
Bucy Land of
Marougl Wharton
Rai
Honey
Rosenverg
Alfeers
Nila
Liebrecht
Bern
Wille
Firinte Aleit
Bensley Deere Np
Povedt
Ras
Courlaund En
L. A. Woods
State Superin Fondest of Public Instruction
Austin
Garwood
Wood
Eagle Leake
Rock Island
Anil Tars
Amiehlers
Graske Mints
Tmnred
Josie
Ruedas
Hidleré TeLerning Home
Mulny
Mmb
Colly
Anakee
Histon
Guiseas
Geo. H. Northington, SR
Plantation Home
Egypt Monday
L. D. Roberts
Mra Wy E
Welford Aid Mre
Sam Carter
Uttesan
David O'Neal
Tet
Wedneuday
Antonio
New Welle
Lisset
Walt Poole
Idle West
Gover
Dinos
Rotary Hall
National
Slnday
Jo eAiha
Te Watt
Marea Mit Biological Survey
Sylihee
Wenten
Jor Stafford
Contibas
Sutothurs
Thos
Warilelt
Miegler
Bigin
Larson
Onder
Ann Honattig
AMES
Raon Eterna
Cape
Tretandi
St. Tatadeed
Léeabo
Cis Miller
Sheer
Onyary
Buhoest Ny
Apgikor Moural
Siren Probate
East Bernard Pxeminent
Munt
East Baynard
Maron
Armum
Arkansis
Enmel
Genkar
Romleka
Wharton
Chesburdite
Fox
Asul
Ahange
Laan Wid Widerays
Linh
Titus Walid Arene
Eevly
Herta
Hasydhal
Leon Hue
Otis
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