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Newspaper
Jefferson Jimplecute
Location
Jefferson, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1906
Page
4
This issue prints the Democratic platform in full as adopted and notes the delegates returning victorious with Judge R. A. Loomis placed on credential committee for the first district. It reports no boll weevil damage and rain, while the Texas cotton crop is expected to exceed last season.
The Dallas Union Magazine notes Dr Cary A Gray of Fannin county as the new Republican gubernatorial nominee and reports on Carnegie Library site subscriptions. It quotes a convention voice about Dallas heat, mentions Morris Sheppard’s memorial addresses, road improvements by the commissioners court, and Senator Culberson’s warning to whiskey interests.
The piece argues against future dealings and gambling, urging churches and lawmakers to treat it with prohibition. It warns of financial ruin, broken homes, and moral decay, comparing it to alcohol and urging public action and legislative crackdown. It portrays future dealings as a widespread threat to families and national character.
Observers note several delegates appeared sleepy during the convention after a heavy Thursday afternoon rain. Routes 1 and 2 carriers plan a fifteen day vacation as the weather cools somewhat after the rains.
A veteran and several readers praise Peruna as a cure for chronic catarrh and stomach trouble. Letters from Colonel Arthur L. Hamilton and others claim lasting relief after using Peruna, citing Spanish American War service and improved health. The ad highlights Peruna as a non narcotic tonic aiding mucous membranes without harmful effects.
Friday August 17 1906 list of names including Guasie Benely Prince Brown Gertha Brown C O Crawford Aytha Harrison Henry Harris July Doon George Howard Gertha Kemble Mra E Henderson Mabel Oliver Mra Gennie Oliver Susie Pitts Moss Pratt Mrs McKay D Martin Sue Sipps G Tenny Mrs B Tucker Mr George Tyson Columbia Thompson Lillie Smith Jane Sutton G G Sampson Uattie Saddler. Persons calling for above letters please say Advertised Hat Sixcuerox P M.
Topeka reports Attorney General Coleman plans a state bucket shop enforcement drive under a law enacted seven years ago but never enforced. FP. 5. Jackson, assistant attorney general, says the aim is to eliminate bucket shops from the state. Colorado Springs sees three special trains carry International Typographical Union delegates to Cripple Creek for the annual convention with a day spent at the gold camp.
New titles include San Francisco Calamity a 500 plus page earth shake and fire compilation priced 1.50 to 2.25 The Devil of To day 455 pages 1.50 and Royal Path of Life over 1800 pages priced 2.40 Bibles testament and book varieties in many sizes Repair and business place of H Hanes 990 Polk Street Jefferson Texas Agents wanted with commissions offered
Dallas announces a State Fair racing program of 112 events across 13 carnival days. Nine races daily for eight days and eight races daily for five days aim for a $50 000 purse. Two hundred horses are in training at the fairgrounds with Joseph A Murphy appointed as judge and extensive improvements underway on the grandstand and stabling.
An edited Texas paper advertisement invites women in Texas to become agents for The Texas Woman journal. It promises free trips and premiums for successful agents, asks for strong references, and directs inquiries to Gustave Frank in Sherman Texas. Fredrick Frank drafts a water works system at a residence using a former gas works tank.
An advertisement promotes Magic All Healing Liniment as the best remedy for man or beast, nonirritating and soothing with a 25 cent price at D. M. Smith. A note mentions unsettled weather and a large colored Baptist association in session nearby, implying possible links to rainfall observations.
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