Echo From 1902 Anti-Prohibition Newspaper Rates in Texas
A coy letter era shows Texas papers asked for pay to publish anti-prohibition material as regular reading matter. One hundred and sixty eight Texas newspapers were approached, with forty four quoting per line rates. The New Voice listed saleable Texas papers including Houston Post and Chronicle, San Antonio Express, and Fort Worth Telegram, noting integrity prices.
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Texas
New Voice
The
Voice
Houston Post and Chronicle
San Antonio Express
Fort Worth Telegram
Anti Press
Not Good Manners and a Texas Saloon Debate
A Fort Worth discussion denounces attacking Oscar Colquitt over his views on saloons and the governor. The text argues the Methodist Church is large enough to absorb such disputes and echoes the stance that individuals may be saved, and criticizes urging repeal of laws because people break them.
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Fort Worth
Brother Colquitt
Methodist Church
Texas
Methodist Church of Texas
Oscar Colquitt
Jake Wolters
Anhanuser-Buseh
Colquitt
Ephriam
Recollections of 1886 to 1887 Dry Years in Texas
The piece recalls the severe drought of 86 and 87 in Graham Texas with parched leaves on post oaks and dying elms. Cattle sold for three to four dollars while livestock prices collapsed. People endured extreme heat yet no many prostrations, water sources dropped, and some left before returning when rain came. It argues for state-wide prohibition and clearer liquor laws to prevent evasion by clubs.
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Graham
Center Ridge
Salt Creek
Fish Creek
Clear Fork
Mercury
Supreme Court of
Texas
United States
Nursery Rep Claims Adapted Goods for Local Market
A brief note from W. D. Spivey states the nursery representative will supply key goods tailored to this country and assures they will prove satisfactory. The message emphasizes readiness to provide adaptations and meet local needs.
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W.D. Spivey
Newcastle Public Spirit and Waterworks Plan
The people of Newcastle organize private stock subscriptions to install waterworks after two fires in the past year. Despite hardship their zeal remains strong, and they cheerfully subscribe needed stock, aiming to bring water service in due course. Local praise notes their enterprise and hope for success despite hard times.
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Newcastle
Diaz of Mexico hailed as great statesman amid exile
The piece defends Porfirio Diaz, praising his early reform efforts and leadership, noting his long rule, later backlash, and exile. It argues Diaz supported American commerce and Protestant missions, suggests his fall sparked civil unrest, and laments regional instability without him.
Bob Parker and Rankin in Tennessee Probe
Bob Parker, Texas House chief clerk and Senate Controller candidate against Lane, reportedly traced Dr. G. C. Rankin in Tennessee. Rankin, longtime prohibition leader, lives in Tennessee and Texans recall his past influence. The column suggests saloon forces push back as Parker’s scrutiny riles supporters.
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Bob Parker
Texas House of Representatives
Texas
Lane
Tennessee
G. C. Rankin
Bob
Barker
Texas Christian Advocate
Rankin
Bob Barker
The New Lorimer Inquiry and Bailey's Possible Stand
The text discusses a renewed United States Senate inquiry into Senator Lorimer and cites speculation that Senator Bailey of Texas may withdraw support. It notes Senator La Follette's speech demanding reinvestigation and the Democratic caucus backing committee-led inquiry, highlighting Bailey's potential pivotal influence on the investigation's scope and outcome.
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Lorimer
United States Senate
Bailey
Texas
la Follette
Democratic
Committee On Privileges and Elections
Your Neighbor's Experience with Foley Kidney Pills
Mrs. G. Whiting of Akron reports kidney trouble with backaches, dizzy headaches, and fatigue. After using Foley Kidney Pills as directed, she says pain and headaches faded, vision sharpened, and she is now well. Sold by Graham Drug Co.
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G. Whiting
Willow St
Akron
Foley Kidney
Graham Drug Co
The Fort Worth Rally Promises Rowdy Saloon Fest
A Fort Worth crowd gathers Monday to launch a saloon campaign with low rail rates. Governor Colquitt expected to speak among other notable figures as Gog and Magog entertain. Revelers plan beer, wine, and a raucous carnival under Anheuser Busch banners, amid warnings about ladies’ attendance.
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Fort Worth
Ft. Worth
Colquitt
Anhauser- Busch
Graham Pom
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