Wet Corn Stymies Winter Shipments at Galveston
Grain inspectors report corn from the Missouri Kansas Oklahoma belt is too damp to ship, delaying movement along the railroad and delaying inland canal projects. Colonels Bleche and Riche push canal plans from Sabine to the Rio Grande, citing improved water transport and Gulf coast commerce. The new Southern Pacific elevator at Galveston near readiness. Mortuary figures for December 28 list multiple deaths and causes in Galveston.
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Texan
J. McD. Retinson
Kapang
Missouri
Oklahoma
Corp Bn
Missouri Kanena
Davidson
Kan City
Texas
Colonel Co
Blehe
United
Staten Eturioger
Galveston and Cratos Navigation Company
Galveston and Bross
United States
Brazoria
Matagorda Bay
Riche
Sabine
Rio Grande
Beeville Personal Notes Holiday Travel And School News
Beeville settlers share holiday visits as relatives travel to be with kin. Miss Cora Mitchell of Mathis returns home for Christmas with her parents Mr and Mrs Modroy. Teachers attend convention with Superintendent Maddena and Professor Thames. Beasley and family visit Corpus Christi while recovering from illness.
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Beeville
Texas
Homming
Mins Cora Mitchell
Schoot Mathis
C. Modroy
Luling
Ee Mudroy
Rm i. Ow. Thames
W. E. Maddena
Ww. Ws
Olareville Wehool
Ada
Proclamation on Texas poll tax amendments adoption
Governor proclaims the Texas legislature adopted amendments requiring poll tax payment for voting and sets the next general election date. It notes the joint resolution to amend article 6 section 2 of the Texas Constitution, detailing voter qualifications and tax receipt requirements, and records the outcome of the election.
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United States
Onf Chretien
Local residents and visitors in town this week
Orleans where whe has been for peveral Miont Gewishliie melatines Misa Lettid Gunter anchor of the spas sh department of the Reeyile ory sonoois spending the week at home in Ban Liegu Sasherit HH CT Hulley sot family of Hokport are spending the Week witt reli ves In thia city Mie Lelta Thorsten of Granville obto finishing her tatters Ds 0 M Chureton ot thike witty Misa Arnie Docghty of Alleeie in toe Hymn thy ghest of her wont Mine ty af Eden Mine Tete Towler one at the teachers to the Beovilla clay wehnessx SME phe oul folks at domi in Gakwlile this week Mer Lete Servis a Lutheran smbattar has moved here ru in Nebraska and wit look after the spiritual wants of bia pea We at othld plars ate at Norman OL Aire 8 1 Smith of Yaculeans are visiting relatives In the city this week Hodges formerly a well known Deovite tells Mitter the pial even vente BR resident of Okehoma to here syequi that the balldage with relatives Laero Chooodt WC Dauerherty and Met 7 UL and Mite Dingharty are pend for the wrek at the old home in San Patricio counts.
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Spassh Department
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Hulley Sot
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Thorsten
Granville
M. Chureton
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Eden
Domi
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Lete Servis
San Patricio
Texas Killings at Beaumont Hospital Arrests in Fatal Row
A fragmented report describes a black man shot to death at a Beaumont barroom and Brooks Andrews alleged to be the shooter. The scene involved money on a table and a death tied to a drinking dispute. Bond for defendants set at 31250.
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Renumont Terns
Jim Perks
Brooka Andras
Brooks Andrews
Tye Aiave
T Brown
Treom Forwantotte Navacota
Tragic Feud Ends in Death as Train Rider Is Shot
December 27 near Hardin County a black man Melvin Smith was struck and killed after a quarrel in a rural dispute over a lighting incident. Witnesses report Smith swung a wooden club during a confrontation with armed residents who fired a pistol. Local officials seek answers as the shooter’s identity remains unclear.
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Tesas
Melvin Smith
Hardin County
Smith
Nat Caillard
Wittaelig
Tourm
Slaying Near Center Texas Shocks Local Residents
Unclear report describes a shooting yesterday near Center Texas. Victim Kelly was shot twice with a shotgun during an altercation reportedly linked to a Mr. Cade. Details and exact location remain uncertain due to damaged OCR.
CANDIDATES AT WACO NAMED FOR MAYOR RACE
Waco Texas January 27 Several candidates announce for the mayoralty to succeed W. Fils. The Democratic primaries will be held a week earlier. Hon C5 Metalloch, a former eight year mayoral figure, announces with other names forthcoming. A Democratic executive meeting decided on a primary for mayor and an additional run if no candidate gains a majority.
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Texan
Wicceed
W. Fils
Sane Mo
Hon
Metalloch
May
Pavers
Ceneral Velx
Teberteoy
J. Wi Rinutis
Brazos County Farmers Organize Plans
In Bryan Texas on December 27 farmers met at the courthouse to arrange a farmers institute with Prof J J Connell of Dalian visiting January 10 and 17. J H B White was elected chairman and J Web Howell served as organizer.
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Bryan
Texas
Weimar locals plan winter reunion and church events
The Weimar community announces a reunion of families and a Christmas program. The event list includes a fire department exercise, prayers, and church services across multiple local congregations depending on weather.
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Ehbliliron
Santas
Mom West
El Paso Policing Crackdown on Local Vagrants and Gamblers
El Paso police rounded about forty men who they claim infest the city and brought them before the recorder. Many asserted recent city employment in grading and maintenance but now live in the streets and frequent saloons. Police say gambling dens and pool halls have clustered around the area as officers tighten controls.
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Texas
Colorado
Aransas Pass Personal News From December Holiday Travel
Mrs EF it Mower and son Robert arrive from New York to spend Christmas with Mr Mower who is drilling at home. Frances Hooper visits friend Mims Herty Meyton Wheeler. Milas Wheeler travels northwest for early visits. H Wilson returns from Greovy after attending a local event. RK Cook and friend Mivw McWilliams visit Denver then Smithville with Mrs Cook's mother. John J Wheeler home from Poncotk's school San Ancenst for Christmas holidays.
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Ararkey Paks
Texas
H. Wilson
Greovy
Arm. M. RK. Cook
Mivw McWilliams
Denver
Diamond Robbery at Hertzberg’s Jewelry Store
Two diamonds valued at 169 dollars were stolen from Hertzberg's jewelry store on Commercial Street in San Antonio Texas. A customer watched the men leave shortly before the theft, and police set out to track the suspects who fled with the gems.
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San Antonio
Sai Antonio
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Hertzberg
Tn M
New Hardware Company Formed in Sherman Texas
The Hardwick Etter hardware company of Sherman is incorporated with authorized capital of 100000 dollars. Directors named include George Hardwick, Joe Etter, Sale Biebanne, ME Bitter, Jawa Blyge.
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New Hardware Company
Sherman
Texas
Hardwick-Etter Hardware Company of
Gieorge Lardwick
Joe Etter
Sale Biebanne
ME. Bitter
Jawa Blyge
Cotton Left in Hill County
Farmers report substantial cotton remains to pick in Hill County localities. Some fields are nearly finished but others will still require two weeks of picking even with fair weather.
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Hill County
Hillsboro
Terns
Spindle Top oil field progress and Port Arthur efforts
The Guffey Company suspends nearby action while Port Arthur intensifies plans, with Mir A. Gibson announcing a new building for Apestations and public convenience. Reports describe the Spindle Top area's oil activity, improvements to mail facilities in Gladya City, and ongoing drilling leads near Crescent Owl and Crescent wells with multiple crews and local officials monitoring progress.
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Gheon
Ne H
Demand for Marriage Licenses Grows in Beaumont
Beaumont December 27 reports a rush for marriage licenses as oil field labor remains scarce. The Post notes widespread demand at the county clerk and city offices, with long lines and extended waits for licenses as workers seek unions amid economic pressures.
Regument Teams December 9 270 New Results
Unclear OCR text mentions teams and dates with several garbled names and numbers. The readable fragment lists December 9 and 270 results, referencing a person or group tied to a broader event. No coherent participants or outcomes emerge from the damaged text.
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Tethy Biterdie Jagniyet AiTiain Lyons
Perel Atoll
Forced to Return to Goal in Industrial Fuel Shortage
In New Orligus on December 2 a number of industrial mills and sugar plants halted operations as fuel shortages forced a return to coal and wood. Utilities in Alexandria and surrounding areas faced plant closures due to inability to secure fuel. state power boards and local authorities discuss allocation amid rising prices and demand.
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Ruston
Alexandria
Nuinches
Mont Bebion Texas well progress after obstruction removal
December 27 reports No 2 well at Mont Bebion has cleared iron obstructions and is about 220 feet deep in inverse bed rock. The rotary is idle and progress is slow but contractors expect to set the cable to work soon.
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Texas
Liberty Ball at O. F. U. Liberty Hosts Gala Night
An annual ball given by the Liberty organization drew many guests from Beaumont Hoynton Raswood and Dayton. The event occurred Friday night at the city hall and featured mistletoe decorations and refreshments for attendees.
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Sugar Cane Profits Reported in Victoria Texas
A local Victoria grower realized a profit of 35 dollars per acre from sugar cane cultivation. The article notes previous yields, land conditions, and comparisons to last year, with regional references to nearby landowners, markets, and potential shifts toward cotton as a future crop profitability question.
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Renre
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Aly
Roper Wilde
Imported laborers stopped by Texas authorities
In Laredo Texas December 28 thirty five contraband workers from Mexico were seized while being smuggled into the United States. Officials report laborers, including a foreman from the United States Timmer at the point of entry, were held for questioning and possible prosecution under immigration and labor statutes.
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Laredo
M. Cove
United States
Ficinia
Lenenstips
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Belk
Illogeil
Mexican Duties and January Payment Amounts Guidance
An article outlines how to determine the tax or duty amount due for January including references to specific names and dates. It notes procedures for calculating the sum and mentions related figures to prepare for the January obligation.
Range Will Not Incorporate Texas Vote Result
A December range election in Range Texas failed to approve incorporation with a vote of 22 against and 9 for, leaving the area unincorporated.
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Range
Texas
Restorative Peddler Offers Cure Amid Bold Claims
An advertisement-like text touts a patent remedy called Shoop’s Restorative. It promises dramatic cures, urges readers to visit an office, and mentions a vault of testimonials from “15,0” past customers. It pushes a series of book titles claiming health benefits.
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Conall
Ron
Unclear text segment details health office notice
Incoherent OCR that mentions a health office on January 1 and a consultation offer at Office 1210 Preston Avenue. The readable names and actions are fragmented and do not form a clear event. No verifiable individuals or organizations can be reliably identified from the passage.
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Jhonuare 1
Gurhig
Patoing
Preston Avenue
Burials and accidents plague Texas towns in December report
A chaotic December 28 bulletin from Texas towns records injuries and deaths from railway accidents, fires, and mishaps. Notable incidents include Ed Grace mangled beside a switch engine in Denton, a child burned by a giant firecracker in Ennis, and Walter Nichols shot near Wharton. The narrative lists numerous victims and localities, conveying a statewide pattern of hardship.
Society Ball at Wharton Brims with Enjoyable Moments
A Wharton society ball in December 97 captivated residents with graceful dancing and festive entertainment. Guests from local clubs and prominent families attended, celebrating year end traditions and community spirit.
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Wharton
Wharton, Texan
Calvert News Notes and Local Changes in Calvert
Calvert Texas notes report merchant closures and moves in town during the year end. Stricker Co will relocate to a new building within days. A public incident involves a knife and clashes among local women. The Post reporter notes social life, concerts, and cotton activity as RAMS Gales advance to nine bales.
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City Treasurer of Dallas Announces Resignation
Dallas observer reports KE M Reardan, city treasurer, plans to resign soon after stating to 18 friends. Mayor Cabell hints resignation offset by new election to fill the post amid charter dispute over officer tenure and contracts.
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