Good Roads Campaign Addresses Bond Proposal and Road Funding
County Judge Vasmer discusses a proposed August 25 election to approve bonds for permanent roads in Harris County. He argues bonds will not raise taxes, explain fund sources, and outline how bond proceeds plus existing taxes would finance about 143 miles of road with a dedicated fund and future bids for construction. He warns against opposition misrepresentation and plans to hold meetings across Lee County to discuss the issue.
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Vasmer
Solkr Lake
Post
Harris County
Judge Vasmer
Eorie
Polots
Lee County
Spd
Tay
Hull
Texas
Commissioners Court
Prrmanent
Sam Stuart the Negro Chimney Sweep of Houston
A Houston portrait of Sam Stuart known as the Negro chimney sweep he is instantly recognizable with a tin horn and a striped beard. The article notes his distinctive songs and performances as he walks the streets drawing attention from residents and children alike. Stuart recounts his life from birth in Louisiana to his long stay in Houston and his family. His songs echo through the streets and a visiting artist sketches him as he sings and interacts with the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durkos
Uncle Sam
Sam Stuary
Sam
Sam Stuart
Sam Yeverday
Veteram Chimindey Eliuybor
Galvestan
Ier
Houston
Loulalana
Lewisiana
Sam " the Reporter Hakted, ’Yns
Sit
Real Estate Activity Shows City Property Transfers Rise
Houston records reveal dozens of warranty deeds filed, with several large sums such as 1650 and 2410 dollars. Transactions include transfers in Houston Heights and Castanie additions, plus receivership and probate actions, divorce suits, and building permits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrol M. Carter
Houston Heights
A. McKinnon
Green, Live Oak
Jack and Gresley Streets
Logan. Waite
J. F. Gaines
Personal Notices From Houston Area Social Roundup
A long list recalls Henry Oliver leaving for a Michigan vacation and Rev John B Green returning from a Mexico revival. Mrs S T Swinford, Mesdames Erp and Priester, and others are noted at the Bristol and Capitol hotels with friends in town. Several Beaumont, Waco, Chicago, and Denver travelers are named along with local residents returning from summer trips and awaiting travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Oliver
Michean
S. ‘T. Swinford
Banks
James Wilson
Ban. Antonio
Bristol
John €. Lewis
Austin
Capitol
Mesdames Iw. F. Erp
H.W. Priester
Haywood
Texas
John B. Green
Mexico
Sam Park
Beaumont
T. J. Bachmen
New York
International
Worthern
J. Lorchard
Ridgeway
HW. Madigan
Canada
Great Northern
Clusers
Priory of
Chicago
H. MH. Dobson
Waco
Lawlor
Mra
W. C. Peters
Ta Porte
Mra. A. Key
Mise Edna Earle
Manitou
Colo
Imr
Mrmr
Will Bottler
Little Son
Denver
Frank Jones
Hs Old Hame
Bonham
Nalnte
Jake Kopner
The
Post
Fort Worth
County Pike Road Aims For Progressive Benefits
A county proposes systematic, business-like road work to build miles of pike roads. The effort seeks higher road ratios, improved morale, boosted trade, beautification, educational interest, religious standards, and overall wealth, health, and happiness for residents.
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Pike
Klimt Hearn company to open season September 1 in Houston
Various city notices. Klimt Hearn company set to open the season on September 1. Shearn shared Epworth League holds a chapel meeting at 8:40 tonight. A Galveston Houston and Northern rail moonlight trip to Sylvan Beach runs this evening. Democratic committee to meet at 11 this morning to form campaign committees. Local Hotel and Restaurant Employee alliance organized with Ed Maffert president Joe Hall VP L H Gostinel secretary N Devoe treasurer, 25 charter members. Women’s Christian Temperance Union medal presentation postponed again. Texas Lawn Tennis Association first annual championship tournament invited to Houston players. Brenham Aug 5–11. News arrives of Tom Brown’s death at sea during cattle ship voyage to South Africa. buried at sea. Brown was a Houston figure for 20 years.
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Hathaway Pontition
Olivewood Cemetery Company
H. Taylor
Oliver C. M
H.C
H. Ferguson
Boma Taylor
Caroline
Gray Streets
Tona Z. Waite
J F. Gaines
Hound Greeley
City of
Houston
Fred A. Hoveon
C. W. Hahl
A. “Makin
Tailbanks
Harris County
Tex- OB Vier
M. Cartier
A. McKinnon
Houston Heights
John Austin
Henry B. Wenger
Len Walker
Lotn
J. M. Phm
Macon Po
Buffalo Bayou
Crawford O. J
William JA. Hunter
J. S. McFarland
Castanie Ad- Olerioh
Cousigemahorn
Lote
Hugh G. Pannell
G. H. Hermann
Wood Cemetery
Green
Jack and Kingel
Pope
George A. Riley
M. A. Westcott
Boonder
William FP. Green
Ally
Sheriff
South Side
Buffalo
South Ide
Klimt-Hearn Company
Shearn Shared Epworth League
Sylvan Beach
Galveston, Houston and Northern Railroad
Ed Maffert
Joe Hall
Ll. Gostinel
N. Devoe
Nedal
McKee Street
Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Fontert
Brenham
Tom Brown
South Africa
Esa
Brown
America
Manto
Houstos
Garbage Department July Report Counts Cattle Chickens and More
City garbage superintendent Hissonnet submits July work figures: carcasses collected totals 130 from streets include chickens 2403 cows 3 geese 17 pigeons 2 calves 2 turkeys 26 ducks 61 rabbits 11 horses 0. Refuse and cart loads amount to 4357 yards from street pickups and wagon loads.
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H. Hissonnet
Garbage Department
H. Blazonnet
City Garbage Department
Atrects
Ian Soifowe
Mounted Officer Gharies Williford Promoted to Day Force
The day police vacancy created by Sergeant Nie's resignation is filled by Officer Gharies Williford. He has served two to three years with the force and recently as a mounted day officer. Nie's departure and Williford's promotion leave additional vacancies to be filled, with Williford taking charge of the day forces this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pollee
Bergenct Nie
Gharies Williford
Williford
Nic
Don’t Accept a Substitute for Cascarels Candy
Consumer alert warns against fraudulent Cascarel style imitations and counterfeit Aspareta candy. Officials urge buyers to seek genuine products and verify branding to avoid substitutions or fake goods.
Sour Lake Vacation Offer Boosts Texas Travel
Houston travelers are urged to take the Southern Pacific train to Sour Lake with a round trip package to the Sour Lake hotel for 4.10 dollars. The hotel highlights its newly refitted facilities and mineral baths, with guests allowed unlimited free drinks as part of the deal.
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Southern Pacific
Houston
Sour Lake Station
Houston Transfer Company
Atl Truma
Sour Lake Hotel
Sour Lake
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David
Dean
Anudder
Thia
McKinley
Bryant
M. Tankersley
Marshal
Mal and Hester Tankersley
Bernhard Lavy
George W. Westgate
Laurene
Justice
Malsch
Jim Jackson
William F. Klopp, Sr
Hulda Pommer
Calvit
Gano Street
Andrew Hutchinson
Chartres Street
John G. McKeever
Hig
F.C. Bitgool
New Orleans
Hartford Steam Holler Inspection and Insurance Company
Lawlord
Stafford de Leadernier
Anderson
International and Area
Northern Engineering Corps
Mary J. Williams
3. M. Williams
City
Measra
J. J. Mook
St. Louis
Walter Goodman
Memphis, Tenn
W. EB. Neal
Denison
Robert Graham
Marietta, Ga
Hutchins
0. H. Reed
Houston and Texas Central Railway Company
Walker Avenue
Vy Bros
Levy Bros
County Democratic Executive Committee
Court House
Nie
Feunl
Hurvey
Eserv
Ozarks
Main Street
Dallas
Commerce Street
San Antonio
Acsociasion of
Dallaa
Aneries
Bigiema
Clas A
Celeron
N. Y
Phony
Hovsrow
Tie kKalfe
Eymptom Bianka
J. T. Glaze & Co
SIOT
H. Lippett
Capitol Hotel
Heusten
K. N. Miller
Bering-Cortes
Prairie Avenue
Milam Street
Pillot’s Book Store
Foley Bros
Ehriday Spectr
Turkey
Doe
Oe Ora
Val
Ven
Eupion
Houston Medical Electro Thereapeutical and Massage Sanitarium
Pew
Balfour
Warner & Balfour, Moore and Hurtett Building
Bs St
Drummers’ Exchange
Prenton
Trevin
Guiy
Ana Optician
Pata
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