24 Jul 1908
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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1908
Page
2
The notice urges attendance at the July 25 primary convention, warns about poll tax receipts, and notes Iowa farmer contributions of 100 dollars to the Democratic campaign. It adds that corporations will not be accepted as campaign contributors.
A Oklahoma real estate man purchased 50,000 acres near San Antonio for 275000 dollars. It has leaked out that the Guatemala president contributed 10000 dollars to the Republican campaign fund in 1904.
William Jennings Bryan will be officially notified of his presidential nomination at his Fairview home on August 13. Prohibition Party nominees named are Eugene W. Chafin of Illinois for president and Prof. Anton S. Watkins of Ohio for vice president.
The note proclaims 100 days left until William Jennings Bryan, praised as the greatest living American, is elected to the highest office in the world. The language reflects bold political enthusiasm and national pride.
A local notice warns residents that skipping the Saturday July 25 primary will lead to the election of new officers without their vote. It notes the Democratic primary is decisive.
Lavaca County voters are urged to participate in the Saturday primary with local option on liquor, including a call to cast ballots for county and state officers, delegates, and local control. Precinct conventions are announced with a July 25 date and a list of polling presiding officers across Lavaca towns.
A group of prospectors led by Rad Jaeggli and several partners returned Sunday from a trip arranged by Osborne and Bryan real estate firm. They visited latan, Mitchell county, inspecting a 90,000 acre tract and noting promising 10 sections with existing farms and good crops. The cotton crop is healthy and ahead of schedule. An upcoming excursion is planned for Tuesday July 28.
A Komensky News recap lists visits and social events from Wied to Moulton and Oak Grove. Residents such as Jos Ehlers Anton Faltisek J R Matula and August Wenske are noted with travels family visits and business checks. A calico ball at Witting and a ball barbecue at Moulton are described as joyous. The piece also mentions a snake bite and a phonograph ownership.
In the 31st legislature race, W. T. Green and W. E. Rabbs are listed as representatives. The ballot column highlights their names among other candidates. Local voters are urged to review official notices for district details and polling information.
A terse notice offers fine land for sale in Milam County. It mentions good access to wood and water and is signed by E Vocesane of Surlington Texas.
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