Tax on street railways and utilities in the state
The article details a state tax of 1 percent on gross receipts of street railways gas and electric light and water works. Dealers must report under oath to the comptroller and pay quarterly by March 30 and every quarter thereafter. Penalties include fines up to 100 and daily fines of 25 for late reports and payments. Jurisdiction granted to Travia County courts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portonn
Comptroller of Public Accounts
Spraceounts
cCompany
Ehell Fort
Avery
Travis Univ
Publie
Trating Eald Agency
Robeaurtr
Sulta
Vento
Travia
Therafter
Comptroller of Public Ac
Audh Reuta
Tax on franchises and corporate reports required by law
The article outlines franchise and property taxation rules for corporations associations and limited partnerships within the state. It specifies that taxes are in addition to others levied, and details requirements for annual franchise statements including capital stock real and personal property values and deductions. It assigns duties to assessors and penalties for failure to file and comply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geattee Panieetan Ips
Asaceror
Marmhim
Aesteair
Aby
Fenn, CO Partnership
Aeyietionn
Corpont Rm Manted
Vile
Hall Pereniire
Percasiaune Blanka An Bitnelind
JOU Wack Company, Ourgiorary of
Taxation Rules For Mowasansheg and District
The document outlines the method for assessing taxes on money and notes held by associations as of January 1, including secured by real estate. It details duties of the court to require proofs and to render assessments under chapter 1, with procedures before trial and the need to tax according to law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earch
Ietaauner
Joan
Dolom
Dolom Wuminend
Japan
Pirat
Municipal taxes to fund railroad aid and bonds
Tax provisions require municipal officers to assess collect and apply levies strictly to bond interest and principal payments for railroad and improvement projects. The comptroller oversees use of funds and bonds are secured by a 6 percent bond with two sureties. collection follows ad valorem rules with standard enforcement remedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nailroada
Loternadl i
Board of Alarmen
Suen City
City Treasurer Duties and Tax Levy Regulations
The document outlines duties of the treasurer and comptroller regarding monthly deductions of commissions, reporting collections to the mayor and council, and the council's duty to levy and collect taxes to cover principal and interest on bonds. It specifies a 2 percent annual tax on bond principal plus collecting expenses, with continued levy until bonds are fully paid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bern
Creation of New Counties and Tax Transcript Duties
The article outlines how new counties formed from parts of existing counties require officers to appoint a transcript system for tax rolls. It details who collects taxes, how transcripts are prepared and forwarded, and how compensation is handled for officials and commissioners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comimlastonera Court
Perron
Perdog
Kim
Aricly Repayment to Counties of Subsidy Funds
A fragmented 19th century style notice describes county level repayments tied to subsidy funds and warrants. It mentions authorities and the state general fund, with references to county credit and a likely fiscal action under Article 62a in a legal framework. The text is garbled but centers on county finance and repayment arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honda
Mid
Promina
Wich
Cam
HMA
Metsey Tech
Ufe
Vounis
AO Hounly
Such County
School fund appropriation and tax provisions outlined
A fragmented report notes a school fund appropriation and proposed tax changes. It mentions assessments on property and income, a plan to fund public schools, and stipulates dates for enactment and implementation including a December to January timeline. The text is garbled but indicates state level measures affecting school finance and related corporate funds.
Death of Mrs. Gop Hilizearde at Wharton Texas
In Wharton Texas December 17 a funeral is planned for Mrs. Gop Hilizearde who died after a long illness. The community extends praise for hospitality shown to visitors at the Fruit Flower and Vegetable Festival, and several local residents visit the railroad during carnival week. Mrs Partain of Boeville and Mrs Hood of Glen Flora are noted visitors, with Miss Carrie Bryan of Timpson visiting her sister Mrs Ellison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wharton
Teasas
Gop Hilizearde
Allesarde
Esse
Oldeu
Christian Ghuracwer
Houston
Carrie Bryan
Timpson
Mra
Frank Ellison
Victoria Notes Handmen Buy Auto to Test on Ranches
In Victoria Texas December 17 prominent storkmen join to purchase an automobile now en route. If it meets expectations half a dozen more will be built for ranch work to thin sections. Money orders scarce as post and express offices run short. Tom Dewees shipped eleven cara calves from Ines to Floresville yesterday from Heanett and Weat. Another shipment of eleven cars planned next week. Bronte ladies offer a one year library membership for five new members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria
Texas
Tee
Tom Dewees
Ines
Floresville
Heanett & Weat
Bronte Ladies
Court of Civil Appeals Opinion From Galveston
The Court of Civil Appeals in Galveston issued an opinion from the First Supreme Judicial District on December 14. The ruling concerns a trust contract and involves compliance and pleas in a civil action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court of Givi Appeals
Galveston
Texas
Court of Civil Appeals
First
Supreme Judicial District of
Burkey V. Pasteur Company Court Remands Contract Status
The Pasteur Company sues Burkey on an account. Burkey reconvenes for damages alleging breach of an exclusive selling contract for the aneur vaccine in Texas. The appellate court notes potential anti trust issues and remands to determine if the contract was legal and in force when the account accrued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burkey Va
Pasteur Company
Pastner
Burkey
Texas
Court of Appeals
East Texas Annual Conference Appointments Read
Bishop Hargrove reads the East Texas Annual Conference appointments at Timpton Texas. Numerous pastors assigned to districts including Mount Pleasant, Tyler, Longview, Gilmer, Mineola, Paris, Jefferson, New Boston and more with presiding elders listed for each area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timpton
Texas
East Texas
Bishop RR
K. Hargrove
Pittabure
Johnn Adams
Presiding
Pittsbure
Leesburg
Jopen
Musgrove Sprioms
Les A. Humphries
Quitman
Mo Mearter
Gilmer
W. McGee
Imingerfield
Vinton
Dolley Springs
de Kali
T. Avera
Marshal District
Mr Fowler
Marshall
Wireteagroh
T YM Smith
North Side
Albert Litul
Mat Tison
C. T. Curmmings
Antoaton
Gamibugh
Jefferson
L. A
Bork
Ke Vite
Cullen
Lotryview
Watie
Goffeerlcl
Anton
A. Downes
Eden
J. W. Bridges
Malakoff
G. Vi Ridley
Meredith
Kally
Athens
Wenn
New York
Tratipa
Grettos
Whitetiollas
Ansley
Supply
Pulveting Distric
V. A. Goibar
Presiding Elider
H J. Hoye
Alto
Mathis
Alewodie
Ho Bridge
Jutkeonville
Mills San Aeuatine
Rene
Wol
Pate
Hemphill
S. Wilsons Supply
Seaton
Nitin
Shelbyville Toht
Belpoystell
Centers
Relnes
Milrass
J. A. ‘ Luskly
A. Wagnon
Homer
Mirke
Molliey
Woodeilla yyAeaiayesnel
Rennie
Darton
Ware
China
Devers
Chaiooree Count Poms Aces Aust Teas
News reports a rescheduled auction at Star and Ureacent site with furnaces moved to a new place. Most facilities will be operated and most chimneys made into pipe, ready for shipment. Details on buyers and terms remain unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thor
Hans
Cotton Market Signals Sharp Rise on Improved Conditions
Port New York December 10 Trice Mellarmick Co state conditions are favorable and likely to push prices higher with any small improvement. Receipts remain below average and the crop appears smaller than expected as market forecasts turn positive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trice, Mellarmick & Co
Port New York
New York
Pripe, McCormick & CIA
Oil mill sale in Moulton involves four acres and six rent houses
The Birescher Spin sold their oil mill gin and electric light plant to Frank Koaly of Br. The deal covers four acres, six rental houses, a dwelling and lot for 15008 dollars. Frank Koaly will take possession January 30, 1900, in Moulton Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iee
Moulton
Texas
Q. Birescher
Frank Koaaly
Moulton Willope
Brenham Delegates Appointed for Waterways Convention
Brenham Texas delegates named by W A Wood president of the Brenham board of trade to attend the waterways convention in Galveston on the 28th and 30th instant. D C Giddings Jr R B Luho R A Schuerenbers B Eldridge Moeyer J A Wilkina named as delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brenham
Texas
W. A. Wood
Brenham Board of Trade
Galveston
D. C. Giddings
Jr R. B. Luho
R. A. Schuerenbers
B. Eldridge
Moeyer
J. A. Wilkina
Fatal stabbing near Slop Creek in Breghoum Texas
On December 17 Charles Brewer was involved in a disturbance while opossum bunting on Slop Creek in Breghoum Texas. He was stabbed six times with a pocket knife and died from his wounds. Local authorities are investigating the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Breghoum
Texas
Slop Creek
Charles Brewer
Not Guilty Verdict in Lange Murder Case at San Angelo
In San Angelo Texas on December 17 14 the case of William Lange was presented. The jury returned a verdict of not guilty last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Angelo
Texas
William Lange
Beaumont's Rice Carnival Opens With Small Attendance
Beaumont Texas December 11 Beaumont's first annual Rice Carnival is a success though visitors were fewer than expected. An excursion train of 31 coaches brought 580 people from Sabine and East Texas with additional groups from Orange Liberty Gulf and nearby points totaling about 1000. Festivities began at 7 p.m. with a concert by the Beaumont City band and a trades display showcasing local commercial and industrial interests. Carnival queen Miss McFuddin and attendants rode in carriage processions. exhibits included rice mill gear floral displays electric goods and artwork. The interior of the auditorium featured patriotic colors and lights while a fireworks finale capped the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaumont
Texas
Sabine
East Texas
Gulf
Kaneas City
Kansas City
Pittsburg
Orange
Wiberty
Crowtell Tata
Elouk
Teaumont City
Earine Misa
McFuddin
Merce
Carrol
Gudris
Gotlemen
Tuo Moa
Alisa Mé Faddin
Air
Southesg
Bumber
Thwasor
Elif Counei iIn‘Nacke
Odine Tlagtk
Dapan
Pravk
M. Hamman
Rica
Ganda
Wallace Mcleod
Hon Sale
Sul
Myrs
Mel Carr
Cirt
Erin
Waki
Athenatoti
Etehneon
Mes Wal Greer
Chester
Mipe Wallie
Wayden
Pope
Carne Gilbert
Anil Wouter
John P Goodhis
Palatines
Sam Watson
Paltinus
Miss Neis
Nendtnieerk
Flora Shea
Olga Wiens
Fich
Mise Ryans
Pattie O Hetanen
Chion
Bagdere
Araxad
Tonieht
Auditoriuim
Opera House
San Angelo News Roundup Tied to Local Events
Ban Angelo Texas reports on a harmed businessman Hagelstein from Hagelstein Hardware, a federal building appropriation bill in Congress, a nonunanimous murder case Blaze vs William Longe, a pending contract for a Winkler Hudson Dry Goods store, several births, and a Caprist church ladies event deemed a success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ban Angelo
Texas
Chris Hagelstein
C. & G. Hagel- Stein Hardware Company
Rome
National House
Con. Bressman Jamies L. Slayden
Twelfth District
San Angelo
Slayden
Dieteiot
William Longe
Ed Hauk
John H
Houghton of
Austin
Winkler @ Hudson Dry Goods company
Hirths
BR. P. Smith
C. HH. Powell
Mra. H. Sherman
Mra. McSutherlen
John W. Harris
Caprist
Troy Topica reported cotton market dull in Troy Texas
The November market note from Troy Texas indicates cotton arrivals around 3800 bales with 2900 bales sold and no current market inquiries. Local chatter mentions Churches receiving paint and a general pause in buying as the crop is deemed sold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troy
Texas
Texas Gypsum Prospects Spur 1000 Acre Sale
Judge W J Jones sold 1000 acres in Hardeman county to A Henley of Kaneas for 21150 cash. The land north of Quanah hosts gypsum and plaster material. plans include a four mile rail spur and 200 ton daily mills, with Texas Plaster assets at Evats switch now part of the venture. Colonel J B Smith predicts vast gypsum beds will supply world demand, boosting regional wealth and state university revenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quanah
Texas
W. J. Jones
A. Henley
Kaneas
Hardeman County
Henley
American Cement and Plaster Company
Wuanah
Texas Plaster Company
Evats Switch
Quandh
Agathite Wement
Acme
Waco
BR. Smith
Yeahs
Brands
Wien
Smith
Sinte University
Cotton via Satin Beaumont Import Begins at Sabine
In Texas on December 16 authorities report about 8000 miles of vorion to be exported through Sabine over two to three months. Cotton secured by shipbroker WW A Gilliland is already delivered at Sabine with 160 bales stacked in Southern Pacific sheds. Gilliland has chartered five Sidamere ships to land at Sabine, the lead vessel arriving soon. This marks growing shipping activity at Sabine as the Sabine and Host Texas line completes to Dallas and ships take cargoes at the Southeast Texas port.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaumont
Texas
Vorion
24Bine
WW. A. Gilliland
Sabine
Southern Pacific
Gillami
Gense
Host
Dallas
SHERIFFS BULLETIN LISTS WANTED MEN AND REWARDS
A diverse set of wanted notices from Harris, DeWitt, Yoakum and surrounding counties. Descriptions include Homer Whiteman alias Bulldog, Archie Shepherd, Frank Swanson, Charley Wilson, and others. Rewards range up to 100 dollars for arrests and convictions, with details on appearances, ages, and locations given. Also notes company notices from Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone Co and multiple sheriff offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuero
Texas
Archie Shepperd
Avastin
Frank Swanson
Charley Wilson
Fane
Wanatachie Locals Divorce Docket Shuffles on List
In Waxahachie Texas December 14 Mr Smilth of Georgetown has leased the Rogers hotel and will reopen Monday. The inventory and appraisement of the estate of J W Ferris, deceased, is noted as taken for divorce on the docket. Glandders prevail among the horses Countywide amid an unprecedented cater. Yesterday's edition of Pom was not fully legible due to text issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waxahachie
Texas
Fragmentary note on nursing mother and baby care
A partial, garbled text discusses a nursing mother’s concerns for the baby's growth and bone formation, mentioning worry over the baby thriving though seeming well nourished, and hints at deficits in care or guidance for the infant’s development.
Fragmentary Intelligence Dispatch Text
The readable fragments describe a press dispatch and a teetotal opposition. The text references the people and a day, but concrete names, places, dates, or actions are not clear. Further readable context is required for a fuller, fact based summary.
Hearne Texas event notes and visits in December
Visitors including Mr Brown of Temple arrived en route to Franklin for Knights of Pythias duties. A young people’s gathering at a Masonic hall yielded a pleasant evening. M F Hindman of the Texas Woodman praised local efforts. Local Freemasons and refiners are preparing meetings and business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texis
Mr. Brown
Temple
Frankin
Erind Chan
Pything
Ithe
Texas
J Wredmen of the World
AL Fitzhugh
Li Duncan
Smithville Notes Highlights At Local Festival Visit
Smithville Texas notes report furniture for the Young Ilan Association building is being placed. Claim Agent Penn and A B Arbegest were in town with building and bridge work discussed. J M Moore Theo Smith Staples returned to see the Vegetable Festival and praised the sights. Rev Adams, new Methodist pastor, arrived and preached.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smithville
Texas
Deven
Young Ilan Association
Penn
A. B. Arbegest
J.M. Moore
Theo
Smith Apa L
Staples
Rev. Adams
Methodist Pls
Grimes County Texas Appeals Motion in Toth Murder Case
Grimes County Texas overruled a change of venue in the Texas vs George D Toth murder case involving John Ward. Affidavits and daily court activity show large crowds at the trial with emphasis on prominent parties. The State case in Montgomery Harris County is also on trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grimes County
Texas
Smither
of Texas
George D. Toth
John Ward
Harris County
Navasota Fodustry Clut at Navasota Dates
Unclear notes describe a Navasota Texas event in December organized by a local industry club. A committee approved a round trip fare from the Santa Fe branch for December 29 and 28 with tickets valid the next day. Merchants offered special entertainment and expected visitors on those dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navasota
Texas
Santa Fe
Cale
Richmond Teas Monthly Session Hosts Noted Attendee
The Twentieth Century club held its monthly session last Friday in Richmond. Emma Newell and Mr Bassett Blakely of Dallas attended, returning to Richmond for business matters. The health officer plans pest extermination by January and urges county households to prepare for the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Twentieth Century Club
Emma Newell
Bassett Blakely
Promeris Ness
Dallas
Ars
Proffitt Marries MecBlwee At Richmond Church
Proffitt MecBlwee couple wed at Epworth Church in Richmond Texas with Rev Dr Lawson officiating. The couple, both well known, plan to spend holidays in Tennessee and Carolina before making Sugarland their home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Proffit-MecBlwee
Richmond
Texas
Shas A. Proffitt
Amie Pacific Railroad Company
Gbom
Nirma MecBlwee
Dr. Lawson
United
Tennessee
Carolina
Sugarland
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Whapter
Fund—Sulta
AM Muta
Sention
Whaucpon
Victoria Notes
Thess Howe
Sitabhra
Beaumont’s Rice Carnival
Mies di McFaddin Washacen
Sam Angelo
Pinster
Paris
Shemipes
Arojen
San Jacinto Street
al Annind
AOR
Anderson, Sherif
Tellas
Raf
Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone E Company
J. E. Farnsworth
Lamparas
Ernst Rabt Hilt
San Antonio
Wolf, Sheriif
Sam- Pasay County
Homer Ho Herri
Whiteman
Flirhi
Addison
E. B. Smith Turm
Shepherd
A. R. Anderson
Bariler
Thin Telp
Richmond News
Dr. McLanghlif
DR. M. A. Aus
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