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Newspaper
Jefferson Jimplecute
Location
Jefferson, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1906
Page
4
Local column from Jefferson Texas remarks on fall gardens with tips to plant Irish potatoes and store crops. It discusses civic topics, voter sentiments, and political coverage, noting campaigns and opinions about candidates and fairness in reporting.
The passage hints at a conflict starting on September 16, with the American flag spreading from Canada to South America as a symbol of upheaval. The source dramatizes a regional political tension and its anticipated consequences across the continent.
Citizens urge active enforcement of fines by assigning 50 offenders to road labor. If each works three days, 150 days of labor would be produced, aiding farmers and improving roads. The call emphasizes using the law to compel compliance.
The county commissioners urge public support for road work and propose using convicts who have unpaid fines to perform labor. They argue this will reduce costs for taxpayers and benefit every property owner. The plan aims to enforce payments and accelerate road improvements across the county.
Russell Sage dies without wealth and the public coffeehouse talk shifts to next weeks Georgia governor race. Patriots split among Bell Campbell Brooks Colquitt supporters while editor Brice Collins retires due to ill health and Petty Enterprise closes.
In a political send off, references to a Brooks campaign note indicate support by Senators Culberson and Baily who have explained why he should be elected. The passage underscores endorsements and public justification from state leaders.
The State University is described as the crown of Texas education, central to science, literature, and language. It aims to provide general education, support professional excellence, and aid state development through laboratory research and field studies in geology, mineralogy, and botany. It partners with secondary schools to elevate statewide learning.
Hon. Horace W. Vaughan has circulated large sheets throughout the county containing his formal reply to all attacks directed at him. The move aims to address criticisms and defend his record amidst ongoing political contention.
Obituary recalls the life of Elder David B. Hale who died July 5 1906 at his home in Howellton after a ten day illness. Born in 1824 in East Tennessee he became a Baptist minister, studied at Union University and served churches in Athens Alabama Shelbyville Gallatin and Howellton Texas and later organized Howellton Baptist Church. His funeral followed at Oakwood Cemetery with pallbearers and manuscript readings prepared by Hale himself.
A Texas bookseller lists new titles including San Francisco Calamity a 500 page volume on earthquakes volcanoes fires and floods priced 1 50 to 2 25 The Devil Today a 455 page work priced 1 50 Royal Path of Life over 600 pages priced 2 50 Bibles and testaments in many kinds sizes by 8 H HANES No 999 Polk Street Jefferson TX agents wanted commissions offered Store also repairs books and articles
A veteran preacher known for simple gospel preaching and faithful service to the Lord died after a long career spanning over sixty years. He joined the Masonic Fraternity in early manhood and remained active in Lodge and Chapter into old age. He wrote under the nom de plume Quis and contributed to The Elements of Christianity. His memory, described as saintly and noble, endures among those he served for nearly a quarter century.
Senator Charles A. Culberson endorses Judge M. M. Brooks at a Dallas event. Culberson praises Brooks as a lawyer, judge, and public servant with high character and integrity, and introduces him as a fit and worthy governor of Texas before a cheering crowd.
A notice seeks a sober blacksmith and horseshoer, promising fair wages to the right man. Apply to or write A. L. Fitzerrarp, Box 442, Jefferson, Texas. Capt. W.8. Haywood returned home for several days, then left Thursday night for Lemeto to take up railroad engineering work there.
Philadelphia supplied six varieties of turnip seed including the winter strain. W. C. Hill offers to bulk smaller quantities, providing a range of options for growers looking to select seeds.
Mrs Louis Lacomb of Hayward Wisconsin credits Peruna with restoring her health after severe pring and headaches nearly a year long. Two doctors advised surgery, but after following Hartman Sanitarium guidance she improved quickly and expresses deep gratitude. For free medical advice contact Dr B Hartman Columbus Ohio.
The notice thanks subscribers for recent payments and invites the people of Jefferson and nearby towns to visit P Eldridge's Great Summer Sale. It promises quantity honesty and quality at affordable prices and urges customers to call and buy what they need.
Advertises a Texas Woman newspaper seeking female agents in Jefferson area. Liberal commissions offered plus free trips and premiums for successful agents. Requires best references and directs inquiries to The Texas Woman Sherman Texas c/o Mrs Mary Winn Smoots Aunt Lucinda.
D. M. Smith offers The Great Magic Stock and Poultry Food advertised to aid digestion build up the system improve appetite for horses and cows promising pure rich milk when fed to cows.
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