No Coffee Deal Between Progress and Holland Grocers
The Progress and Holland grocers agree not to publish or distribute coffee with subscriptions. The paper cites advertiser interests and brand variety as reasons for declining to offer coffee or other premiums. It contends flatly that differing subscriber tastes and the need to support grocery ads prevent free coffee offers and similar giveaways.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Progress
Holland Grocers
Holland Progress
Holland
Democra
Questioning the brains in public service in Texas
A letter column argues the Roosevelt cabinet members may not be superior and critiques the public’s reliance on fame. It claims a plutocratic press elevates wealth’s agents, cites Bryan and Hogg, and accuses Texas journalism of pandering to insurance firms while farmers suffer.
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Roosevelt
Mero
M. E. Foster
Houston Press
William Jennings Bryan
James Stephen Hogg
Texas
Dawson Editor Praises Wage Earners and Stable News Quality
The essay extols property rights and fair returns for invested capital while stressing the need for a prosperous wage earner class to restore buying power. It argues steady jobs at good wages would boost prosperity, criticizes demagogic forces, and endorses editor H Butler for reliable local coverage over erratic fly-by-night printers.
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Red Cross
Dawson
H. Butler
Brother Butler
Flowers For The Living Hearne Democrat Praises Dawson
A note from The Hearne Democrat extols its six column four page ex change and thanks readers. Editor Lane is praised for a creditable newspaper that supports the community. The piece recalls Dawson Texas and speaker engagements for Governor Campbell in 1906, noting local revival crowds and strong business ads in the April 7 issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hearne Democrat
Texas
Jimmie Jefferies
Lane
Hearne
Dawson Herald
Brother Butler
Dawson
Navarro County
Tom Campbell
Campbell
James Stephen Hogg
Government by grandmothers and public life
An editorial argues that governance by experienced grandmothers could improve U S public life naming Nellie Ross Ruth Bryan Owen Frances Perkins and Frances Cleveland as examples of women taking high office It defends female leadership and warns against overreliance on paid politicians while praising frugality thrift and honest public service.
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United States
Washington
Nellie Ross
Congress
Wyoming
Ruth Bryan Owen
Congress of
Caldwell. News
Consider Your Newspaper Slogan Remains Uncertain
A fragmentary line challenges readers with a quirky reminder about the newspaper's branding and a reference to daily routines. No clear event or proper names are provided. The note reads like a stray marketing aside rather than a report with concrete people places or dates.
Weekly Press Association Formed by Texas Publishers
A group of Texas country weekly publishers met in Austin and organized a new Weekly Press Association. F B Russell of Belton Journal was elected president, with Jack Hawkins of Groesbeck Journal and S W Adams of Gladewater Journal prominent in organizing efforts. The Democrat plans to join, while some members argue big business should be served to develop the state.
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Texas
Austin
F. B. Russell
Belton Journal
Jack Hawkins
Groesbeck Journal
S. W. Adams
Gladewater Journal
The
Democrat
Russell
Hawkins
Adams
When the big boys prosper the poor may share gains
The piece argues prosperity should trickle to the less fortunate and that some advocate organizing to secure fair treatment. It notes publishers with this viewpoint may feel out of place among other state groups as they push for better pay, education, and relief from taxes.
Home Town News Most Read By New York Panhellenic Women
A Caldwell News survey of Panhellenic Association members in New York City shows their favorite newspaper remains the hometown daily. Respondents value local neighbor news and personal ties, with items about friends and family ranked as most important.
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Panhelleni Association
Panhellenic
New York City
Panhellenic Association
Caldwell
Bud Bowers Seeks Fortune Beyond Ozark Hills
Bud Bowers grows weary of Ozark isolation and wants to leave. His hunter father doubts a young man can advance there, recalling his own rise from nothing to possessing nine dogs after moving from Kentucky.
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Bud Bowers
Ozarks
Chanst
Bud
Kentucky
Piano Recital by Mrs. W H Bivin Pupils at High School
Pupils presented a varied program in the High School auditorium Friday evening under Mrs. W. H. Bivin. The class included Mary Weeks Joyce Wilkerson Mary Joe Wilkerson R C A Wilkerson Natalie Hairrell Beverley Hairrell Doris Sisson and others. The High School quintette directed by Miss Lola Wolf performed with pieces including Grandfather's Clock while the Grammar School Glee Club under Miss Charlota York contributed numbers with Mary Schmeyer on piano. The recital marked the close of the term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Bivin
Mary E. Weeks
Joyce Wilkerson
Mary Joe Wilkerson
R. Caa Wilkerson
Natalie Hairrell
Beverley Hairrell
Doris Sisson
Bill Morris
Dorothy Chatmas
Penelope Chatmas
Margaret Martin
Louise Beaumont
Beverley Hostrasser
Nella June Hamilton
Ouida Shive
Mad
Mary Schmeyer
Stolen 1930 Ford Tudor Sedan Belongs to David McCarver
A 1930 Ford Tudor sedan owned by David McCarver was stolen from the yard of Mrs. R. M. McCarver on Wednesday night. The vehicle disappeared after being noticed missing late in the evening.
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David McCarver
R. M. McCarver
Reverend Larrington Leads Service in Absence of Pastor
Rev. Charles Larrington of College Station conducted the morning service at the Baptist church in Hearne in the pastor Rev. Charles E. Bullock's absence. He was accompanied to Hearne by Mrs. Chas. Larrington.
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Charles Larrington
College Station
The
Baptist Church
Charles E. Bullock
Hearne
Chas. Larrington
Mooney Granted New Trial by San Francisco Judge
Thomases Mooney, prisoner serving a life sentence for the 1916 Preparedness Day parade bombing in San Francisco, has been granted a new trial by Superior Judge Louis H. Ward. Mooney’s lengthy incarceration and support from organized labor are noted as part of the ongoing struggle for his case.
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Thomases Mooney
San Francisco
Louis. H. Ward
Mooney
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Miss Mollie Ann Gatling
Mollie Ann Gatling
John M. Gatling
McAllen
Dillard and Company
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Vienna
Armour
Red Fox
Jack
Bim Gump
John D. Rockefeller
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