Political Ballot Wording for State Officials and Reps
The passage lists candidates for various offices including Lieutenant Governor George D Neal Attorney General Charles K Bell Comptroller M Love State Treasurer John W Robbins Land Commissioner John J Terrell Superintendent Public Instruction Arthur LeFevre Railroad Commissioner O B Colquitt Justice Court Civil Appeals Fors Ode Speer Supreme Court Justice L Davidson for Criminal Appeals John H Stephens Congress 18th District po D E Omer r Representative 104th District S R Crawford.
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W. T. Lanham
George D. Neal
Charles K. Bell
M. Love
John W. Robbins
John J. Terrell
Arthur LeFevre
O. B. Colquitt
Justice Court
Second Supreme Judicial District
Ode Speer
Supreme Court
Edad Ck Md Conacgry
Yart Criminal Appeals
L. Davidson
John H. Stephens
D. E. Omer
Local judicial and county official slate announced
The slate lists District Judges A. H. Carrigan and Jno. C. Kay. District Attorney H. A. Allen. County Judge Jo. W. Akin. County Attorney P. A. Martin. Sheriff J. E. Parsons H. C. Williams J. W. Cornelius. Tax Assessors W. P. Beckham H. L. Mitchell R. L. Tankersley. County Clerk Geo. McLaren. County Treasurer H. C. Fields. Commissioner and Justice of the Peace Precinct No. 4 R. M. Summers.
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A. H. Carrigan
Jno
C. Kay
30Th Judicial District
H. A. Allen
Jo. W. Akin
P. A. Martin
J. E. Parsons
H- C. Williams
J. W. Cornelius
W. P. Beckham
H. L. Mitchell
R. L. Tankersley
Geo. McLaren
H. C. Fields
R. M. Summers
Government Feeding 250000 Filipino Destitutes
General Weston the Commissary of the Army states the government is feeding over 250000 destitute Filipinos. He notes this aid supports relief efforts in the occupied Philippines amid ongoing administrative duties.
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Weston
Remnant Rolls at Morrison’s Bargain Price
Dallas faces a street railway war between A K Bonta and associates and the Consolidated Company as both sides seek control of streetcar franchises on multiple routes.
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Dallas
A. K. Bonta
Consolidated Company
Cure a Cold in One Day Claim Ad
An old advertisement touts a remedy to cure a cold in one day using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It claims a money back guarantee and features the signature of EK W Grove on each box, priced at 25 cents.
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EK. W
Grove
Beaumont finds dead man floating in river as crimes mount
A late report notes a Beaumont area river scene with a man found floating after a crime wave of robberies and murders. Police lack clues to the perpetrators amid a string of similar deaths, with many bodies believed disposed of in the water.
Swa Lies Advertised With Free Sample Bottle Offer
A brief notice urges customers not to switch from Hunt's Lightning Oil to a cheaper substitute and to ask a druggist or merchant for a free sample bottle to compare quality and value.
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Hunt
Morrison's for Your Dallas Duck Opinion Clash
A Bowie Blade letter condemns critics who threaten the cotton crop and merchants, urging public protection from naysayers. The writer mockingly notes counterculture supporters who favor a liquor friendly town and warns of broader economic harm from such views.
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Bowie
Bowie Blade
Morrison's New Pretty Shoes Line for Ladies and Gents
A handsome new line of shoes for women and men has arrived at Morrison's. The shop offers to undercut competitors with a lower price and invites customers to view the selection.
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Morrison's
Republican Convention Indorses Roosevelt and Party Unity
The Young County Republican mass meeting elected Jnc T Cunningham as chairman and W J Trene as secretary. Delegates named include J C Fisher and P B Hunt. Committees approved resolutions praising Roosevelt, McKinley, and the administration, while pledging support for party leaders and the 1902 ticket.
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C. W. Johnson
Jnc
Republicans of Young Co
St Uis
Republican Party
Wm. McKinley
McKinley
Theodore Roosevelt
America
Jno
T. Cunningham
Graham
Col. P. B. Hunt
Republican Executive Committee
Republican Party of Texas
Senatoral Dist
State of
Texas
Republican Convention Closes After Lively Speech
The convention adjourned following a rousing address by Mr C L Lindsey after remarks from J C Fisher County Secretary. The scene featured a Republican speech that energized attendees and wrapped up the gathering.
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J.C. Fisher
C. L. Lindsey
Casar Conquered Britain Malaria Purifier Tin Box
A historical ad promotes Sim mons Liver purifier in a tin box. It claims protection from moisture dust and insects and lists benefits including clearer complexion constipation relief and liver aid. The copy presents a period product through a sensational health pitch.
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Casar
Britain
Simmons
Republican Split in Texas Conventions Sparks Dual Delegations
In most large counties last Tuesday two conventions were held with two sets of delegates sent to the Fort Worth state convention meeting September 9. Expectation of a rich and racy affair with a likely double state organization. The central issue is who will distribute the federal patronage pie in Texas.
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Fort Worth
Texas
Heaven Help Us In Our Troubles Cure for Itch and Eczema
Hunt's cure for itch tetter ringworm itching piles and eczema guaranteed provides relief in troubles.
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Hunt
The Passing of the Ranger
An Austin Dallas News report claims Capt W J McDonald and rangers hunted cattle thieves through the Panhandle and into New Mexico. Hall County Herald condemns the piece as false and says Memphis and Panhandle towns have had no such criminal activity or ranger presence in years.
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Austin
Dallas News
W. J. McDonald
Panhandle
Memphis
New Mexico
Hall County Herald
McDonald
Panhandlean
Rangers
Hall County
Texas
Rio Grande
Chateline Bags Arrive In Store At Morrison's
Morrison's announces a fresh shipment of Chateline bags featuring colorful designs and varied sizes, inviting shoppers to browse the new arrivals.
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Morrison's
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Promises Malaria Relief
An old advertisement promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a simple iron and quinine remedy for malaria. It guarantees no cure no pay and sells for 50 cents.
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Grove
Delinquents Hit For Subscribing Pledge in Golden
A Golden Colorado paper faces a surge of delinquents after an eloquent appeal urging readers to pay for their paper. The charge emphasizes the necessity of subscription fees to sustain the publication and avoid service disruption.
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Golden
Col
Purgatory
A Tripple Hanging
Smith Brown and Jones place hopes on Cheatham Laxative Chill Tab to aid recovery. They expect soon to greet friends with assurance. The ad promises no cure no pay and prices at 25 cents.
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Smith
Brown
Jones
Cheatham
Cheatham's Laxative Chill Tablete Promoted
A promotional blurb asserts there is no shaking of bottles nor licking of spoons with Cheatham's Laxa tive Chill Tablete sold for 25 cents, highlighting ease of use and consumer convenience.
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Cheatham
Morrison Co. Promises Fair Prices for Budget Shoppers
J. E. Morrison & Co. advertises willingness to meet cuts from cash houses and to sell groceries and dry goods as cheap or cheaper, emphasizing customer accommodation when patrons are short of money.
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J. E. Morrison & Co
Millionaire’s Return Makes Wart Nose Shine Like Beauty
A homely young man spurned by a maiden trades for wealth in Klondike gold and a restaurant empire. Four years later he returns a millionaire while the former sweetheart, now courting, admits regret. The tale ends with a quip on beauty and money.
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Jim
James
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Heals Severe Piles Case
In Verbena Alabama F A Gull paid doctors for a severe piles case causing 24 tumors and was hospitalized twice. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured him after all else failed, noted as a powerful remedy for inflammation and pain. Available for 25 cents at Edgar Matthews drug store.
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F. A. Gulledge
Verbena
Ala
Bucklen
Edgar Matthews Drug Store
Appearance vs looks in choosing a spouse
A man explains he chose a plain wife over handsome options after his father gave him a nickel to buy apples as a boy. He picked Ben Davis apples for quality, not looks, illustrating that appearances are often deceptive.
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Ben Davis
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablet Cure Claims
An ad touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets that stop coughs and cure colds in one day with a no cure no pay offer. Price is 25 cents.
Jacksboro Abolishes Incorporation Criticized
The Bowie Blade warns that Jacksboro has voted to abolish incorporation due to officers not enforcing laws. The piece calls the move a mistake and argues towns need organized effort and lawful oversight to stay clean and healthy, or face poorer governance and health impacts.
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Jacksboro
Bowie Blade
Daily life trivia and memory challenge from Washington Times
A reader prompts recall of ordinary objects and details such as denomination faces on stamps coins watch wording and values numbers on clothing and the first stair count at home. It notes many people will miss simple facts despite daily exposure.
Ancient draughtboard found in Crete crafted of crystal ivory gold and silver
The object described as an ancient draughtboard in Crete is a fine work made from natural crystal ivory gold and silver. Such boards are not unique, as chess draughts and similar games were known to many ancient civilizations including Greece and Egypt.
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Crete
Untitled Quote Sparks Debate on Violence and Travel
The Town Topics quote weighs the choice between pursuing people by car or pursuing motorists with a rifle. It frames a debate over violence and mobility and asks which path represents the scarcer sport for an anxious era.
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Jimly
Aioe Imly
Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy Ad
Advertises Chamberlains remedy with worldwide reputation for cures. Claims never fails and pleasant safe to take. Sold by Graham Drug Co.
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Chamberlain
Graham Drug Co
Church Directory Listings Then and Now
Local church directory lists Granam, Cuurban, and Presbyterian congregations with service times, Sunday School, prayer meetings, and pastors. Epway D. Hawner and L. W. Carton noted as ministers. schedules show morning and evening services and midweek gatherings.
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Granam Church
Barrist Caurcn
Young People’s Prayer Meeting
J H Crouse
Cuaintian Caurcn
Epway D. Hawner
Mernodist
Curren
Srvices
L. W. Carton
Paespyrenian Courtu
Reported Estrays in Young County Texas
Report by W P Stinson commissioner No 2 Young County Texas left with E Sloan about 10 miles west of Graham describing stock: a bay mare with white face spot about 14 hands unbranded. a day mare about 14 hands 2 years old branded P on left hip. This 10th day of Aug Gro McLAREN cCCC
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W. P. Stinson
Young County
Texas
E Sloan
Graham
Gro
McLaren
C.c.c
White House Invitations Highlight Penmanship Craft
The White House preparations for four social receptions rely on expert penmen whose engraved invitations are filled by hand. Washington Evening Star notes that two penmen address names on cards while two others handle envelopes, creating a look that rivals engraving and leaves invitees unsure if names are engraved or written.
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White House
United States
Washington Evening Star
Handy Shirt Studs Prank Revealed by Oliver Herford
In a witty tale from the New York Times, Oliver Herford and friends discuss masculine fashion troubles. He claims brass paper fasteners can imitate shirt studs, costing 85 cents a gross, resembling Roman gold. He demonstrates by pulling a real button to show the illusion.
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Oliver Herford
Mr. Herford
New York Times
Rector in stocks as village custom shocks Lincolnshire
The rector of Corby parish in Lincolnshire sat in the stocks as part of a centuries old toll avoidance custom not a punishment for fault. He was joined by the parish churchwarden and council chair. Later J B Stone MP and National Records Association president also endured the same ordeal.
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Lincolnshire
England
Corby
Ir J. B. Stone
East Birmingham
The
National Records Association
The Club of Death and Calcareous Bread Critique
Emile la Croix argues bread should not be called the staff of life claiming it contains calcareous matter that clogs arteries. He says the calcareous buildup causes stiffness in the arteries and slow pulses at night, contrasting human needs with fowl diets and egg shells.
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Vegetarian Society
New York
Emile la Croix
Life
Grateful Convict Delivers Thanks in Emporia Court
In Emporia Kansas a convicted murderer sentenced to five years spoke to express thanks for the verdict and sentence. He said he was satisfied and believed most juries would not have been so lenient, praising the court for its just and courteous conduct and wishing God’s blessing on the judges and officials.
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Emporia
Kan
Topeka
Quarterly Report in Commissioner's Court August Term 1902
The commissioners of Young County Texas certify the quarterly report of county assets for the quarter ending August 10 1902. Cash across funds totals 9187 46 and other assets total 13222 97 with the treasurer H C Fields ensuring full counting and compliance. Signed by J A Axix J B Forp R J Jounson W P Srixon and M Semens with GEO McLAREN Clerk.
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Commissioners’ Court
State OF Texas
Youne
Co. McLaren
State of
Texas
H. c. Fields
Jo. W. Axix
Young Co
J.B. J. Forp
R Young Co
R. J. Jounson
W. P
Special Stockholders Meeting for Weatherford Railroad Bonds
Notice to stockholders of Weatherford Mineral Wells and Northwestern Railway Company set for October 15 1902 in Weatherford Texas. Proposal to issue first mortgage bonds totaling 1 364 0000 to retire existing debt and fund construction and extensions with 28 year term and 5 percent interest payable semiannually. Directors seek Railroad Commission authority and outline bond allocation and meeting agenda.
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Wi Mineral Wells and Northwestern i, Co
Weral Wells and Northwestern Railway Company
Weatherford
Parker County
Texas
Tve
Weatherford, Mineral Wells and Northwestern Railway Company
Railroad Commission of
Sexo
L. M. Fouts
J. W. Boqt
M. Frunxy
J. W. Boor
P. E. Icex
G. B. Storr
L. A. Lovuprxmix
E. P. Foor
W. A. Bonner
E. Saagr
Special Stockholders Meeting for Weatherford Railway
Notice: stockholders of the Weatherford Mineral Wells and Northwestern Railway Company will meet in Weatherford Texas on Wednesday October 16 to vote on reducing capital stock from 500000 to 100000 and to authorize cancellation of the excess stock for Texas Railroad Commission credit. L M Fouts president J W Boot secretary.
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Weatherford, Mineral Wells and Northwestern Railway Company
Weatherford
Parker County
Texas
Weathfford, Sineralells and Northwestern Railway Company
Creck of Sach Company
Nat
Proposed Constitutional Amendment Set for November 4 1902
An official notice states a proposed constitutional amendment will be submitted to voters on Tuesday November 4 1902. The document invites public participation and outlines the amendment process.
Texas poll tax amendment joint resolution text
J. R. No. 3 Joint Resolution amends Article 6 Section 2 of the Texas Constitution to require every voter to have paid a poll tax and hold a receipt before voting and to fix the time of payment of the tax.
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State of
Texas
Texas Constitution Amendment on Elector Qualifications
A proposed Texas constitutional amendment outlines voter eligibility rules for citizens and foreign-born residents. It details residency, age, and poll tax payment requirements, including provisions for unorganized counties and lost poll tax receipts, with the governor directed to issue a proclamation for the next general election.
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State of
Texas
United States
Teans
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Graham Leader
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W. J. Treue
P. &. Hunt
Chas. Junker
W. C. Leberman
J. B. Whittenburg
P. B. Hunt
W. H. Elkins
C.W. Johnson
Shatters Ali Records
Wlpor
Washington Times
Addrets Bukklaing Remedy Company
Chicago
SFY van
Handy Shirt Studs
the Club of Death
Specia Meeting
Weatherford, Mineral Wells
Northwestern
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