Governor slate names Lanham to lead ticket in Texas
The slate lists W. T. Lanham for Governor with others covering Lieutenant Governor Attorney General and statewide officers. It names Charles X. Bell for Attorney General, R. M. Love for Railroad Commissioner, John W. Robbins for State Treasurer, John J. Terrell for Land Commissioner, Arthur LeFevre for Public Instruction, O. B. Colquitt for Railroad Commissioner, Ocie Speer for the Second Supreme Judicial District, A. Williams for the Supreme Court, L. Davidson for Criminal Appeals, John H. Stephens for Congress 18th, D. E. Decker for State Senator 29th, and S. Crawford for Representative 104th.
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W. T. Lanham
Coeree
Dd. A
Charles x. ‘Bell
Love
Stave
John W.robbins
John J. Terrell
Arthur LeFevre
O. B. Colquitt
Justice Court
Supreme Judicial
Ocie Speer
Supreme Court
A. Williams
Announced Candidates for Local Judicial and County Offices
A. H. Carrigan and Jno. C. Kay named for District Judge and District Attorney of the 30th Judicial District. H. A. Allen seeks District Attorney. Jo. W. Akin for County Judge, P. A. Martin for County Attorney, . E. Parsons C. Williams J. W. Cornelius for Sheriff. W. P. Beckham H. L. Mitchell R. L. Tankersley for Tax Assessor. Geo. McLaren for District and County Clerk. H. C. Fields for County Treasurer. John W. Proffitt for Commissioner Precinct No 3. Leslie Coombes for Commissioner and Justice Precinct No 3. R. M. Summers for Commissioner and Justice Precinct No 4.
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A. H. Carrigan
Jno
C. Kay
30Th Judicial District
H. A. Allen
Jo. W. Akin
P. A. Martin
E. Parsons
C. Williams
J. W. Cornelius
W. P. Beckham
H. L. Mitchell
R. L. Tankersley
Geo. McLaren
H. C. Fields
John W. Proffitt
Leslie Coombes
R. M. Summers
Congressman DeGraffenreid Died in Washington
Congressman DeGraffenreid died in Washington last Friday from apoplexy. His remains were shipped to Longview for interment.
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DeGraffenreid
Washington
Longview
Smith County votes to dry status in Friday ballot
Smith County favored prohibition by a large margin, estimated between 600 and 800 votes, sealing the dry result. Tyler serves as the county seat in this decisive local outcome.
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Smith County
Tyler
Prohibitionists Win Majorities in Ellis and Van Zandt Counties
The prohibitionist movement carried Ellis county by 600 votes and Van Zandt county by 200, signaling Texas moving toward a dry state as the trend continues.
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Ellis County
van Zandt County
Texas
Sir Walter Scott on truth and upright living
A concise remark attributing wisdom to Sir Walter Scott about teaching sons to be upright and truthful, suggesting the rest follows. The note underscores the value of truth in character formation and the moral insight attributed to the author.
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Sir Walter Scott
Sir Walter
Railroad Smash Near Kerry Kills 21, Injures 81
A railroad collision near Kerry Alabama last Sunday left 21 people dead and 81 badly hurt. Emergency crews rushed to the scene as investigators began piecing together the cause of the crash.
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Kerry
Ala
Mont Pelee Eruption Active with 200 Dead
Mont Pelee volcano remains active as rescuers tally two hundred fatalities. The eruption shows no clear end in sight and locals brace for ongoing danger.
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Mont Pelee
Editors critique of Shaw Morrisville tariff speech
Editors analyzing Secretary Shaw's Morrisville tariff speech harshly parallel a noble effort. They warn that critics will lack logic and coherence yet reflect republican view. The piece notes the anthracite coal strike shows capital can combine to lower costs and wages, while labor combining to raise wages and shorten the workday is illegal, almost anarchistic.
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Shaw
Morrisville
Central Texan Hailed By Franklin Exchange List
A notice from our exchange list praises the Central Texan of Franklin Robertson county Texas. It notes editor M K Irvin who sponsors the paper and mentions his apprenticeship at LPaDER Office. The brief endorsement wishes the editor success.
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Central Texan
Franklin
Robertson County
M.K. Irvin
Irvin
Lpader
Interurban trip quick from Dallas to Fort Worth noted
The Dallas Times Herald comments on the ease of travel between Dallas and Fort Worth, noting that a Dallas resident can board the Interurban or the Texas and Pacific Railway and reach Fort Worth in about one hour and fifteen minutes. The Fort Worth Mail Telegram and Dallas Times-Herald quote emphasize the short travel time between the two cities.
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Dallas Times- Herald
Dallas
Fort Worth
Texas and Pacific Railway
Dallas‘Times-Herald
Graham Promotes Clean Town Image in Texas
A pastor warns of town sickness and calls on families to act. Merchants must stop trash waste from back doors as melons rinds rotting fruit and bacon wrappings blow through streets. Adeline Reporter urges visitors to Graham for lessons in cleanliness, praising Graham as the cleanest town in Texas.
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Adeline
Graham
Texas
Morrison's Remnant Rolls Discount Sale Notice
A bold public notice urges action and responsibility for a young man. It contrasts a parent’s reputation with personal effort, insisting the world judges individuals by actions rather than lineage. The message emphasizes self support and earning success through work.
Bond vote set on Hubbard Creek bridge project in Shackelford
Albany News reports the county court schedules Saturday September 27 1902 as a public vote on bonds to build a bridge across Hubbard Creek where the Albany and Breckinridge road crosses the creek with Stephens County to share half the cost The piece notes taxation patterns among taxpayers with prominent remark on who pays and who objects
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Hon. Commissioners Court
Shackelford County
Hubbard Creek
Albany and
Breckinridge
Stephens County
Albany News
McCarty
Cure a Cold in One Day Laxative Bromo Quinine Ad
An old advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets as a quick cure for colds. It claims a refund if curing fails and features E. W Grove's signature on each box. Price listed as 25 cents.
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E. W Grove
Opposed Poll Tax Amendment Sparks Party Lines
The Elene Reporter quotes a voice attacking allied peoples and minority voters as opposing the poll tax amendment, while warning that decent men in the populist party should not join them and doubting the rank and file will vote against the amendment.
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New Allied Peoples Party
Abelene
Leather Leggings Roosevelt and his wonderful kids ads
The Grand Saline Sun notes a shift in popular taste as Edward No. 7 secures his crown and Harry Tracy dies, with readers turning to illustrated write-ups of Leather Leggings Roosevelt and corset advertisements in current magazines.
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Edward No. 7
Harry Tracy
Roosevelt
Grand Saline Sun
Grove's Black Root Liver Pills Complete Liver Remedy
Advertisement claims Grove's Black Root Liver Pills use an active principle from Black Root to act on the liver as calomel, without griping or sickness. Promises cure for chronic constipation and lists a price of 25 cents.
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Grove
Twin births spark quirky name choices in Down East tale
A Down East paper narrates a parent blessed with twins names Peter and Repeater, then Kate and Duplicate, then Max and Climax amid later pairs. The father dreads future sexes, joking about naming possibilities like John and Demijohn if the next twins are boys.
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Peter
Repeater
Kate
Max
John
Demijohn
Cruel Murder of Our Dog Arouses Editors’ Thanks
We thank our brother editors for their notice of the cruel murder of our dog. The post mortem attention has been extensive. The murderer is still at large and unknown.
Death of Senator Converts Wealth into Popularity
A columnist notes that a distinguished senator’s death often transforms his widely distributed cash into broad appeal, arguing that public sentiment reshapes private wealth into enduring influence.
Ancient vows in Paragould wed by elder bride and groom
The Baptist church in Paragould Ark reported a unique wedding between Robert Spencer aged eighty two and Nancy Cravens aged seventy four. The couple received many gifts including a set of teeth for the bride who quipped she would chew for the babies.
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Baptist Church
Paragould
Ark
Little Rock
Robert Spencer
Nancy Cravens
J. E. Morrison & Co Offers Bargains When Money Tight
J E Morrison and Company pledges to help patrons short on funds by selling groceries and dry goods at prices as low as or lower than advertised cash houses. The firm asserts it will meet any reductions offered by competitors.
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J. E. Morrison & Co
Newspaper secrecy and gratitude in Italy News
A reflection on how readers react to press coverage. It argues most men would complain if printed, yet many are grateful the press withholds details. The piece notes newspapers possess knowledge the public never sees and urges appreciation for what remains unprinted.
Morrison's New Pretty Shoes Line For Ladies And Gents
Morrison's showcases a handsome new line of ladies and gents footwear. Shoppers are urged to view the arrivals before buying as prices are said to be lower than any rival offering.
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Morrison's
Alaska Game Transport Company Formed for New York Market
A company has been formed to transport game from Alaska to New York using refrigerator ships and cars. With improved meat supplies from the states, Alaskans have grown weary of game and it is a drug on the market.
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Alaska
New York
President urged to aid coal strike amid labor demands
The workmen of the country want the President to honor his promises of friendship to organized labor by intervening in the Pennsylvania coal strike, but he does not dare to heed their appeals.
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Pennsylvania
A Boy's Wild Ride For Life To Reach A Doctor
A Leesville Indiana man endured death’s agone from asthma while a son rode 18 miles to obtain Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds. He reports instant relief and eventual cure, praising its use for throat and lung troubles. Guaranteed bottles 50 cents and 1 dollar free trials at Edgar Matthews and Co.’s Drug Store.
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Edgar Matthews and Co
Beecher Quote Highlights Prairie Heroism Over Wealth
The quote praises a simple life with a true partner on a western prairie over wealth and social status. It contrasts a poor but honest couple with a rich man amid Fifth Avenue society and a pet dog as a child. The remark reflects Beecher’s emphasis on virtue and companionship.
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Henry Ward Beecher
Fifth Avenue
Carnegie biological lab promised at Woods Hole
It is promised that the Carnegie biological laboratory to be established at Woods Hole Massachusetts will be the finest equipped institution of its kind in the world.
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Carnegie
Woods Hole, Mass
Fortune Favors a Texan Headache Pain Relief For Kennedale Man
W P Whitehead of Kennedale Texas reports distressing pains in head back and stomach and lack of appetite. He used Dr Kings New Life Pills and soon felt like a new man. Effective for stomach and liver troubles. Only 25c at Edgar Matthews Co drug store.
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Dr. King
New Life
W. P. Whitehead
Kennedale
Texas
Edgar Matthews & Co
Beef trust widens packer ties despite legal move
The era of the beef trust shows the futility of the attorney general's actions as the major packers push toward closer consolidation. The continued alliances among the leading meat companies indicate an effective tightening of control despite ongoing legal proceedings.
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Beef Trust
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Cures Piles and Fistula
Mot Doomed For Life. W. A. Greer of McConnellsville Ohio writes that after three years of doctors’ care for Piles and Fistula, Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured him in two weeks. Cures Burns, Bruises, Cuts, Corns, Eruption, Salt Rheum, Piles or no pay. 25 cents at Edgar Mathews & Co.’s drug store.
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Wntes W. A. Greer
McConnellsville
Bucklen
Edgar Mathews & Co
Minister Hesitates Over Call Amid Vineyards and Parsonage
A Fort Worth Telegram note compares a pastor wavering between a longtime $800 income parish and a higher paying $2000 post with parsonage. while the minister prays for guidance, the wife quietly packs. The Houston Post recalls a similar tale where a child’s quip reveals the parents’ split hopes as guidance unfolds.
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Fort Worth
Pop
Houston Post
Cure for Cholera Infantum Story from Ohio Neighbor
Mrs Curtis Baker of Bookwaller Ohio recounts a neighbor's infant recovering from cholera infantum after using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy per directions. She cites two day improvement and a full recovery after which the child remains vigorous. The product is sold by Graham Drug Co.
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Curtis Baker
Bookwaller
Ohio
Chamberlain
Graham Drug Co
Frick Throws Down Gauntlet Over Steel Trust Senate
Mr Frick of the Steel trust notoriety challenges Senator Quay of Standard Oil linked circles. He argues the Steel Trust deserves its own senator just as Standard Oil and the New York Central Railroad currently have. The clash promises a sharp collision between great corporate powers.
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Mr. Frick
Steel Trust
Senator Quay
Standard Oil
Standard Oil Company
New York Central Railroad
Treasury deficit clouds Republican political horizon
The sentence notes that the small daily US Treasury deficit represents the biggest cloud on the Republican political horizon, signaling financial concerns impacting party prospects.
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United States
Treasury
Shattuck Uses Stomach and Liver Tablets for Relief
Henry L Shattuck of Shellsburg Iowa was cured of a chronic stomach trouble by four boxes of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets after trying many remedies and several doctors without relief.
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Henry L. Shattuck
Shellsburg
Iowa
Chamberlain
Merger contrasts draw federal attention across railroads
A proposed merger among the Great Northern Northern Pacific and Chicago Burlington and Quincy demands immediate attention by the president and prosecution by the attorney general. In contrast, a eastern rail merger including Pennsylvania and Baltimore and Ohio proceeds unseen, echoing a German commentator's line that a republican administration is run by the standard oil company the Pennsylvania Railway Company and sugar trusts.
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Great Northern
Northern Pacific
Chicago, Burlington and Quincy
Pennsylvania
Baltimore and Ohio
Standard Oil Company
Pennsylvania Railway Company
Sugar Trusts
4A Young Lady's Life Saved by Remedy
Panama Colombia physician Dr Chas H Utter reports a 16 year old girl with dysentery improved after Cham berlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He says eight hours later she felt better and within a week was fully recovered, with the medicine available at Graham Drug 20.
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Panama
Colombia
Chamberlain
Chas H. Utter
Graham Drug 20
Cottingham Praises Diarrhoea Remedy After Illness
A. J. Cottingham of Lockland Arkansas visited Washington County to see his sister and contracted dysentery. He used the Diarrhoea Remedy and was greatly relieved, sending a letter of praise to the manufacturers. The remedy is sold by Graham Drug Co.
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A. J. Cottingham
Washington County Ark
Chamberlain
Cottingham
Lockland Ark
Graham Drug Co
Culture and sports columns show progress yet unlearned
The piece notes American culture progressing while society and sports columns imply more to learn. It highlights many Democrats view President Roosevelt as honest with good ideas but powerless to enact them due to his associations.
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Roosevelt
Home for Confederates appeal from G A R chief
Minneapolis Sept 1 Gen Fli Torrence commander in chief of the G A R issues an appeal to Grand Army veterans to donate funds for a home for ex Confederate veterans at Mission Creek Ala The message praises Confederate soldiers and notes failure to secure national congress aid urging unity of North and South to end sectional feeling from the Civil War
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Minneapolis Minn
Fli Torrence
Grand Army Veterans
Mission Creek
Ala
National Congress
North
South
Republic
Texas old timers in journalism pass on duties
Several veteran Texas editors are stepping aside. Col F B Baillie of the Johnson County Review abdicates, A C Scurrick of the Cleburne Chronicle relinquishes his post after 25 years, J W Graves of the Graham Leader resigns after a quarter century, and Col B C Murray of the Denison Gazetteer is expected to withdraw. The trend shows aging pioneers handing to younger writers as time changes.
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Texas
Col
F. B. Baillie
Johnson County Review
A. C. Scurrick
Cleburne Chronicle
J. W. Graves
Graham Leader
Col. B. C. Murray
Denison Gazetteer
Hall County Herald
The Best Prescription For Malaria Tonic Ad
An old ad promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as the best remedy for malaria with chills and fever. It markets a tasteless iron and quinine blend offered for 50 cents with a no cure no pay promise.
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Grove
Hand camera to aid science with animal and deep sea study
The development of the hand camera promises great use in science. Snap shots of animals in their native habitats and deep sea life in their natural surroundings have already revealed valuable facts.
Japanese Mails to Ride in American Cars Soon
News from Japan reports plans to carry the nation’s mail in American automobiles in the near future. The arrangement signals a new approach to mail transport and highlights cross country cooperation in logistics.
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Japan
A Parson's Noble Act Publicized Drug Endorsement
Rev C J Budlong of Ashaway Rhode Island extols Electric Bitters as a genuine cure for jaundice liver and related ailments noting years of suffering ended. The ad claims broad efficacy for liver kidney and stomach issues and offers 50 cents with guaranteed satisfaction by Edgar Matthews & Co.
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C. J. Budlong
Ashaway, R. I
Edgar Matthews & Co
Desperado Wounds Six Cops In Queens Barricade
In New York on September 1 in Queens Jerry Hunter, described as a negro desperado, wounded six policemen during a confrontation. Hunter barricaded in a house while John McKenna suffered the loss of both eyes from buckshot and author Brill was shot in the face, likely to die. Four other officers were wounded.
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New York
Borough of
Queens
Jerry Hunter
Hunter
John McKenna
Author Brill
Ki Post Office Opens in Western County
Corsicana Truth reports that Ki has been established as a new post office in one of our western counties, ending the long-standing distinction held by Re in Navy arro County as the shortest post office name.
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Corsicana
Navyarro
Uncle Sam
Beaumont Wells Contracts Prompt Legal Turmoil
Owners of Beaumont oil wells who signed futures at low prices now face repudiation suits as contracts collapse. Many firms may be placed under receivership, turning Beaumont into a hot spot for legal action and lawyers.
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Beaumont
Mineral Welle Index
Chicago Grave Diggers Reunite and Return to Work
The Chicago grave diggers have buried their differences and returned to work, ending a dispute that halted burials. The labor action stretched several days, with officials confirming the resumption of cemetery operations and services for families awaiting interments.
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Chicago
Corn crop shipment boom to flood railways this year
Railways and grain statisticians predict a record corn crop of about two and a half billion bushels. At thirty tons per car and fifty cars per train, roughly 46 666 trains would be needed to move the harvest, signaling widespread prosperity for farmers, merchants, and related industries.
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Railway Age
Diarrhoea Remedy Sold Worldwide by Graham Diug Co
A diarrhoea remedy boasts a world wide reputation for cures that never fail and are pleasant and safe to take. It is offered for sale by Graham Diug Co.
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Chamberlain
Graham Diug Co
Prairie Fire Near Marlow Raged Twelve Hours
A prairie fire near Marlow Oklahoma boundary burned twelve hours driven by a strong north wind. Over a hundred farmers and stockmen fought the flames, which consumed 150 tons of hay and several corn fields before counter-fires stopped it. The blaze started from a cigarette stub.
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Guthrie
Okio
Marlow
Oklahoma
Ice War Splits Granbury Ice Dealers
A local Granbury dispute pits one ice man as a pro against another as an anti in a spirited exchange. The quarrel drives a split market as buyers refuse to favor either side and the conflict escalates amid the town’s ice trade tensions.
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Granbury
Does your mamma know you are out
A short, moral note urges that youths belong at home after bedtime and that parents should ensure this. It frames street prowlers as improper and questions whether mothers know their children are out.
Harmony in Texas Republicans Faces Intra Party Strife
The Fort Worth Register notes no harmony while any Republican lacks an office. It laments reduced politics since the war, and cites a Kentucky shooting incident where five white bystanders were struck as two Black men were unharmed. Roosevelt begins New England tour with 5000 at Hartford.
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Republican Party of
Texas
Fort Worth
Kentucky
Roosevelt
New England
Hartford
Conn
Rumor of Beaumont oil company amalgamation resurfaces
Rumors circulate that Beaumont area oil firms may merge to form a larger combined company. Industry observers note possible consolidation could affect local operations, employment, and regional operations, though no official statement has been issued.
Special Meeting of Weatherford Railway Stockholders
Notice for a stockholders meeting of the Weatherford Mineral Wells and Northwestern Railway Company to be held in Weatherford Parker County Texas on October 16 to consider reducing capital stock from 500 000 to 101 090 and canceling stock to drop total to 100 000 with cancellation to be reported to the Railroad Commission of Texas officers and directors authorized by resolution secretary J W Bout and L M Fouts to act
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Weatherford, Mineral Wells and
Northwestern
Weatherford, Mineral Wells and Northwestern Kaildomany
Iaid Company
Weatherford
Parker County
Texas
VW Cat Ae
R Rutherford, Mineral Wells and Northwestern Railway Company
Railroad Commission of Texas
L. M. Fouts
J. W. Boot
L. M. Fours
L. M
P. KE. Tech
G. B. Smarr
L. A Lovprawm
E. P. Fours
W. A. Bownmm
K. BK. Swarr
Weutherford
Minral Wells
Northwestern Railway Company
Eane
Thes Relroad Commision of
J. W. Bout
Proposed constitutional amendment vote set for Tuesday 1902
A proposed amendment to the constitution is prepared for submission to the people. The vote is scheduled for Tuesday in the year 1902. The item notes the constitutional change awaiting public decision and the formal process ahead.
Texas poll tax amendment on voting payment requirement
A proposed joint resolution amends Article 6 Section 2 of the Texas Constitution. It requires all voters subject to a poll tax to have paid the tax and to hold a receipt before voting. It also fixes the time of payment of the poll tax.
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State of
Texas
Be it Resolved by the Legislature of the State of Texas
A proposed constitutional amendment asks voters to modify election rules for citizenship residency and poll tax proof requirements. It details qualifications for electors including age residency and citizenship status, allows voting by residents of attached counties, and enables a self enacting provision. The governor is instructed to issue the proclamation for the upcoming general election.
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Texas
State of
Texans
United States
Tate
El&tion
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