County Directory of Local Officials and Court Dates
County directory lists district judge B F Williams and attorney John F Brim with clerks and multiple county offices. It details county commissioners justices of the peace precincts federal and district court schedules and various court terms by month and location across Precincts 1 through 5.
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B. F. Williams
John F. Brim
Gclerk
Chas. O. Joline
Robt
F. Arnold
M. T. Conner
Peenenonths
Wadley
Benson
J. Ga. Hill
W. T.bunger
J. L
Belknap
Farmer
Caseyville
Honest Man in a Mad World Poem Reflection
Dallas Herald poem reflects on honesty, vice, and the fate of good men in present times. It cites aging quotes about virtue, laments modern corruption, and questions whether integrity endures as society changes. The piece contrasts sacred ideals with a world where crime prospers and honest toil is undervalued.
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Gertie W
Dallas Herald
Not Dead Polk Rumor Sparks Cryptic Texas Lead
The National World reports Marsh T. Polk, Tennessee treasurer, is not dead. Westbrook, a Nashville resident, says Polk was seen in San Antonio and disguised while remains were shipped to Bolivar, Tennessee, as a medical college subject. The tale hints at a ruse to aid Polk’s liberty. Galveston News notes Waco Democratic meeting signals a wary fall campaign and possible anti Ireland sentiment. The Henderson Times and Buffalo Gap News favor splitting the state.
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National World
Marsh. T. Polk
Tennessee
Boliver
Westbrook
Nashville
Polk
San Antonio
Texas
Memphis
Marsh Polk
Nashville Medical College
Bolivar
Penene
Galveston
Waco
Ireland
The Galveston News Debt Turmoil Reaches Public Eye
The Galveston News faces mounting financial strain centering on a $75,000 mortgage tied to stock pledged to Geo Ball's estate. A Houston Post report notes reduced page sizes amid upheaval and hints at explosive disclosures from Dun and Bradstreet sources. The News seeks clarification from Ball Hutchings Co regarding indebtedness and any security tied to loans.
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Galveston News
Houston Post
Galverston
Tex
News Company
Ball
Dun and
Bradstreet
The
Galveston
Messrs. Ball
Geo. Ball
A. Fi. Reo & Co
T. W. Desley
Bank and agency dispute over securities and credit rumors
Letters from Ball Hutchings & Co. and A H Belo & Co. dated March 31 1884 deny any loan or securities involving Geo Ball or Belo, and repudiate rumors of adverse credit information. The Mercantile Agency of R G Dun & Co. states it furnishes information only to contracted subscribers and denies sharing with casual inquirers.
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Ball, Hutchings & Co
Galveston
A. Hi. Belo & Co
Geo. Ball
Comny
Bai, Hurares & Co
Galveston News Denounces Houston Post Libel Claims
The Galveston News rebukes the Houston Post for libelous accusations and defaming the paper’s business standing. It cites Bradstreet Dun reports as favorable and asserts information is shared only with regular subscribers under contract. The editorial urges the public to judge the dispute on truth.
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Mercantile Agency
R. G. Dun & Co
Galveston
A. H. Belo & Co
Houston Post
Galveston News
Dan and
Bradstreet
Dun Agency
Bradstreet’s
Bradstreet and Dun
Galveston News Company
L. Tracy
Post
Houston
Editor of the New York Express on papers in the city
The writer, editor and proprietor notes he has witnessed over 120 journals in New York City perish or endure since 1836, estimating more than 20 million dollars spent on newspapers. Only five of 120 then existing survive. 104 disappeared in twenty years. He contrasts this with how newspapers absorb money.
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New York Express
New York City
California Fruit Crops Plagued by Insects
California once a paradise for fruit growers now faces severe crop losses from pests. The codling moth is especially destructive and scale insects are also a major threat to yields.
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California
The Cincinnati Riot An Editorial On Mob Justice
A Cincinnati editorial rejects mob violence while noting public outrage at crime and perceived failures of juries and judges. It cites the Berner case and calls for lawful punishment, warning mobs undermine society and that law must be honestly enforced to safeguard order.
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Cincinnati Enquirer
Cincinnati
Cincinnati News
Bunko Steeerers
Berner
Lynch
St Louis
Young Berner
Joseph Palmer
William H. Kirk
Ireland favored for second term as governor
The Waxahachie Enterprise opines that opponents have failed to field a candidate against Governor Ireland. It argues Ireland is a friend of the people and will likely win two more years in the executive mansion, urging continuity of leadership.
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Ireland
Secret Service notes on counterfeiting families and fakes
An official in Washington describes counterfeiting as a family trait. The Sallard family includes four brothers and an aunt in custody, with one brother apparently honest. Thomas Ballard devised a fibre paper method to erase ink, enabling higher denomination forgeries and a 30 year sentence. He is a chemist who imitated genuine notes.
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Secret Service
Washington
Sallard
Thomas
Benjamin
George
John
Thomas Ballard
Third National Bank of New York
Ulrich
Texian Outlaw John W Oliver Confesses in Jail Death
Fort Larra Arkansas April 1 John Robinson who died of ayemia in the United States jail yesterday confessed he was the Texian murderer and outlaw John W Oliver After his last murder four years ago he left Texas and lived in Indian territory under the name Robinson dealing in whisky He was shot in the thigh last December in a drunken row and lay neglected until rats ate his toes He was arrested by a deputy marshal and brought to Fort Smith Doctors call his condition one of the most remarkable cases of endurance.
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Fort Larra
Ark
John Robinson
United States
Iere
John W. Oliver
Texas
Indian Territory
Robinson
Fort Smith
Bribery charges claim two officials in Romfrey case
Marshall arrest William Ambdenstock United States revenue collector and Colonel W T Scott for allegedly bribing Guthridge U S district attorney in compromise suits in the Romfrey case. They were taken to Jefferson to post bonds of 2000 dollars. City election passed quietly Pitts is expected to win by a large margin.
Tar trough to protect sheep from grub parasite
A trough smeared with half an inch of tar and a sprinkle of salt along the bottom keeps grubs from the head of sheep by tarred noses. flies avoiding the nostrils, renewal of tar two to three times during the season.
El Paso Love Star Addresses Chihuahua Prison Case
The El Paso Love Star reports an American citizen held in a Mexican jail in Chihuahua for over a year. It alleges Benjamin Schuster pays for the prisoner's upkeep to block release amid no substantiated theft charges. Journal asks for readers with info to aid a U.S. investigation.
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el Paso
Chihuahua
Benjamin Schuster
Schuster
Holgan
Tilden Says 1879 Platform Needs No Changes
A prominent Democratic editor in Illinois quoted Mr. Tilden saying no changes are needed to the 1879 platform. He asserted the 1876 platform was free trade and that Tilden would stand on no other, defending it against libelous insinuations about tariff discussion.
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Ilinois
Vein of Rich Ore Found in Rusk County Lands
Henderson April 1 ore discovery reports a rich vein of five in the lower Rusk County. Specimens show high value upon assay. Asianiv purchased 300 acres of land and a member is sent East for smelting operations.
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Henderson
Rusk
Assa Aad
Asianiv
State Democrats support repeal of two thirds rule
The Galvester's News reports a large majority of Democratic papers in the state favor abrogating the two thirds rule and back the renomination of Governor Ireland.
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Galvester’ News
Ireland
Wool selling timing costs author dear
Mr. G. B. Bothwell writes Rural World about decades of losses from poor wool sales timing and location. He laments missed chances to buy fine stock and stockpile, noting his best profits came from selling at the wrong moments.
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G. B. Bothwell
Professor A. H. Heat and cow milk secretion
The text notes that fear can affect a cow’s milk production. In some cases fright dries milk secretions, while in others it causes relaxation and excessive milk flow, both harmful to the animal.
Texans favor two-thirds rule for nominations
The Austin Statesman notes Democrats hold a two-thirds majority in Texas. The speaker expresses no plan to bolt and supports adopting the majority rule for nominating conventions while preferring the two-thirds rule.
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Tyler Courier
Austin Statesman
Texas
John Ireland Named Democratic Nominee for Governor
The article indicates John Ireland will be the Democratic gubernatorial nominee at the state convention with Hon. J. R. Fleming as the lieutenant governor candidate, stating there is little doubt about the selections.
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Colorado
Statewide crackdown as warrants issued for gambling arrests
The Corsi¢tana Journal reports Justice Watton issued fifty arrest warrants for gambling last week. A vigorous campaign against vice and crime appears active across the state.
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Corsi¢tana Journal
Justice Watton
Texans Face Hurdle as Two-Thirds Rule Blocks Democrats
The piece argues that Democratic strategy in Texas is stymied by the two-thirds rule, making substantial political moves nearly impossible until that rule is removed or softened. It highlights how the rule constrains legislation, party leadership, and parliamentary maneuvering.
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Texas
Susan B Anthony and Sam Tilden Compared As Team
Susan B Anthony is four years younger than Sam Tilden raising the idea of a unlikely historical pairing. The playful remark imagines a duo combining their eras and legacies for a fictional partnership.
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Susan B. Anthony
Sam Tilden
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