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Newspaper

Houston Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1916

Page

2

Opposition to Jitney Ordinance Targets Houston Election

The Citizens Committee 支owers Mayor Campbell to oppose the proposed Jitney Ordinance to be voted August 26. It argues the 35‑section bill is lengthy, confusing, shifts street control to a private Jitney Association, creates a biased license board, denies appeals, limits damages to injuries only with an indemnity fund, and cannot be repealed by the City Council if passed.

Citizens Committee Campbell Houston City of Board of News Jitney Association Ifs Notts Corporation

Committee of Citizens Supporting Mayor Campbell in Opposing Jitney Ordinance

A list of committee members and officers supporting Mayor Campbell against the proposed jitney ordinance. Names include John S. Bonner as Chairman, E Hussion as Vice Chairman, and R. W. Franklin as Secretary, with numerous other signatories and associates across local groups. The document reads as a manifest of supporters with many individuals named. The exact roles and affiliations are not fully specified in the fragment.

Committee of Citizens Campbell John S. Bonner Hussion R. W. Franklin

Taxation for Cotton Factories Debate Reaches Congress

A lengthy discussion on taxing cotton factories dominates the session as lawmakers consider proposed duties. The debate centers on how such levies would affect industry costs, employment, and regional competition while weighing potential revenue gains versus hardship for workers and manufacturers.

The Devil at ile Eitam and the Wardrobe of Wonders

A garbled review page lists theater events and show names from a bustling program. Names like Tony, Herman, and Bates appear amid references to performances, dance acts, and a noted venue at the Queen Theater with a lively, period tone.

Zie Mia Elbow Ak da Tony Ile Eitam Ruppace Basha Herman

Complaints Filed After Raids Across City and County

Fragmented report notes complaints filed in the wake of multiple police raids. Mentions district attorney actions and statements by several residents amid the ensuing inquiries. Includes scattered references to locations, dates, and individuals, with no clear single outcome.

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