Galveston's Cotton Carnival To Open July 24
Galveston Texas will host the Fifth Annual Cotton Carnival for eleven days starting July 24. The opening program includes an address by Earl B Mayfield Texas railroad commissioner on The Greatest Cotton Port in the World. The event features a civic parade, art displays valued at over $75000 a Panama Canal model, foreign and domestic cotton exhibits and multiple country and grain showcases. Ballmann’s band will play two concerts daily along with free vaudeville and a children’s parade.
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Galveston
Texas
United States
Earl B. Mayfield
Mayfield
South
Panama Canal
Ballmann
City Building Notes On Progress And Prosperity
A compact editorial style piece argues that commercial activity drives prosperity and that improved streets, sidewalks, shade trees, and flowers enrich the city. It emphasizes cooperation, the press, and civic development as keys to growth, noting resources as essential and that a forward-looking delegation achieves the most good.
Raab Couple Plans Move to Moulton
Mr and Mrs Alois Raab of Range visited relatives and friends in the city last week and expect to move to Moulton soon.
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Alois Raab
Range
Moulton
Demon of the Niger superstition described by natives
Natives near the Niger source believe a devil inhabits the rock where the river begins. They fear the spirit and cover their faces, walk backward toward the spring, and point at it with an outstretched hand when guiding strangers.
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Niger
Seaweed in Commerce and Uses Across Industry
Seaweed, rich in iodine, now serves in cloth manufacture and as food under the names dulse stoke and carrageen. Kelp is burned seaweed and Devonshire seaweed supports many applications, placing today’s seaweed gatherers in a stronger position than ever.
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Devonshire
The Danger of Wearing or Carrying Gloves
An Observer writer notes a perceived difference between wearing guide gloves and carrying them, arguing it is not a trifling matter. The Bystander echoes the concern about outsider impression if gloves are carried rather than worn.
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Observer
Practical Frenchwomen and business acumen described
The Frenchwoman is said to grasp the business of either husband or employer and seldom remains just a clerk. It is claimed that women wield greater influence in France than in England due to a stronger practical capacity.
Does It Fit The Ring Proposal That Delighted A Couple
A shy suitor bought a wedding ring and sent it to the lady with a note asking if it fits. She replied by return post with a single word: Beautifully. The story highlights a simple romantic gesture that yielded a joyful yes.
New Shirt Uses Lapels To Support Trousers
A novel patent targets men who want to ditch suspenders and dislike tight belts. The design features a shirt with a plurality of lapels attached to the trousers to provide support, allowing suspenders to be dispensed with and belts worn loosely.
Night greeting at eleven fifty five
A father on the stairs asks his daughter if the young man knows how to say good night. The daughter voices that he does, echoing from the dark hall at the familiar hour.
Young barber recalls peaceful wedding celebration
A young barber described his recent wedding to a regular customer. He said the event had a large crowd of young people, dancing and singing, with plenty of fun and no fights whatsoever.
Not Saying Much From a Celebrated Woman Lawyer
A Grand Rapids Press item notes a celebrated woman lawyer asserts women are as honest as some men, but cautions that may not be saying much.
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Grand Rapids Press
Apples and sauce praised by Manchester Union
The Manchester Union notes a lighthearted reflection that without the little apples there would be no delicious apple sauce, praising the fruit's role in everyday pleasures.
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Manchester Union
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