Democratic Convention Debates Texas Election Law Fight
At Galveston Aug 9 Chairman Ousley led the Dem state convention after a welcome by Mayor Fisher. Wortham spoke for Fort Worth and Colquitt was praised. a lengthy uproar followed over Bailey. Davidson led in county totals for governor with 1 564 vote edge. Colquitt and Poindexter coalition discussed for submission forces.
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Galveston
Tex
A. B. Storey
Fisher
Louis J
Worttaam
Fort Worth
Judge Storey
O. B. Col
Clarence Ousley
T Wortham
Ousley
Abe Croas
McLennan County
Senator aBiley
Democratic State Convention Aims for Peaceful Bailey Poindexter Colquitt Alignment
Developments in Galveston indicate the state convention will see Bailey Poindexter and Colquitt supporters unite with hopes for a calm session. Plans are in place to give Colquitt adherents control of platform committees and the state executive committee, while Bailey members form the rest. Senator Bailey is expected to join the committee, with any clash likely staged in the platform committee to avoid floor fights.
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Galveston
Tex
Bailey
Poindexter
Colquitt
Platform
Bai—ley
Finisa
Bailey Heads Platform Committee
The platform committee members chosen at this morning caucus are J. W. Bailey D. E. Decker A. C. Stewart F. F. Hill J. N. Wallace Joan J Simmons W. A. Hanger and Wiley M. Imboden.
Randell Attracts Spotlight In Anti Bailey Caucus
Randell arrived this morning and joined the anti Bailey caucus which moved to introduce a resolution on the convention floor prohibiting any pay or fee from public service corporations by members of Congress or the Legislature. Bailey allies say the measure targets him and will be vigorously resisted. Senator Halsey had previously tried to pass a similar measure in the Texas Legislature but failed.
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Randell
C. B. Randell
anti-Bailey
Congress
Public Service Corporation
Bailey
Halsey
Texas
Campbells Endorsed Quietly as Anti Bailey Forces Clash
The Campbell administration receives a mild approval from a faction seeking to back Randall over Bailey. The Col quitt group resists open endorsement while the Bailey camp accuses aiding Randell’s senate bid. Geo. W. Riddle of Dallas acts as lead Democrat for Randall against Bailey with Poindexter delegates backing.
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Campbell
Art of Te
Colquitt
Bailey
C. B. Randell
Geo. W. Riddle
Dallas
Randall and
anti-Bailey
Poindexter
National Bank Weather Report
New Orleans forecast notes tonight and Tuesday are generally fair with mild conditions. The brief report provides a snapshot of expected weather patterns for the area.
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New Orleans
Gener
Ally Fair
Colquitt Club Cheers Bailey at Rally
The Haring County Colquitt club, marching several hundred strong, shouted themselves at Carse for Senator Bailey who spoke briefly in response. Also addressing the crowd were Col. R. M. Johnston and John H. Kirby who proclaimed Bailey the greatest living democrat and said they were here to push his nomination for president.
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Colquitt Club
Bailey
Haring County Colquitt Club
Carse
Col. R. M. Johnston
John H. Kirby
Mayor Gaynor Shot and Mortally Wounded in New York
The New York mayor was fatally wounded after being shot during a trip abroad. Police report a assassin attack occurred as the mayor began his journey. Authorities confirm the incident and transport to a hospital, with the city in shock.
Prohibition Convention Opens in Dallas With Debate
State prohibition convention begins in Dallas with about one hundred delegates. Rev J B Cramfill is chairman and W P DW Buel secretary. Committees named to select state ticket and platform. A J Houston stirs crowd linking Joe Bailey and Postmasters conventions to Republicans. Arthur A Evarts of Dallas named as gubernatorial candidate.
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Dallas
Tex
J. B. Cramfill
W. P. DW. Buel
A. J. Houston
Joe Bailey
Walveston
Postmasters
Arthur A. Evarts
Atwell Named Temporary Chairman At Texas GOP Convention
Wm H Atwell of Dallas urged party unity at the Texas Republican state convention in Dallas. He was elected temporary chairman as delegates debated between San Antonio and other factions. The gathering adjourned for a 3:40 pm resume while committee counts were set, with C W Ogden of San Antonio planned as permanent chairman.
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Dallas
Tex
Wm. H. Atwell
San Antonio
Atwell
C. W. Ogdey
Mayor Gaynor Shot Aboard Ship In Hoboken
New York Mayor Thomas J. Gaynor was fatally shot on the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse in Hoboken as he prepared to sail to Europe. The assailant, former dock worker William Gallagher, was captured after declaring the crime was over bread and butter.
Wreck in California Kills and Injures Many
Twenty five persons are reported killed and badly injured in a wreck on the Northwestern line near San Rafael California. A light engine collided with a passenger train.
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California
San Rafael
Cal
Tariff Bill Year Shows Revenue Jump to 75 Million
The first year of the new tariff bill produced a 75 million dollar rise in revenue, the largest sum since 1907 except for that banner year.
Rockefeller Arrested on Speeding Charge in Cleveland
John D Rockefeller was arrested in Cleveland Ohio on a charge of automobile speeding police reported. The incident places the prominent financier in local custody following a traffic stop near downtown.
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Rockefeller
John BD. Rockefeller
Cleveland
Republicans Seek Court Ruling on Milam Delegation Seat
A Milam county Republican delegation sues in a Dallas district court to force seating after the plate committee refused recognition. Five other contests were decided by the executive committee. A strong anti prohibition plank is expected at the Dallas convention.
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Milam County
Plate Committee
Dallas
Official Vote in Lieutenant Governor Race Declared
The subcommittee handling returns announced the results with Davidson at 122,170 and Thomas at 119,826, including all counties except Hardin Upshur and Wheeler, which have not yet been received by the committee.
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Davidson
Thomas
Hardin
Upshur
Wheeler
Stonewall County Courthouse Destroyed by Fire
A two story frame Stonewall County Courthouse in Aspermont Texas burned today. The blaze caused an estimated loss of 5000 dollars with all official records burned. The origin of the fire is unknown.
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Stonewall County Court House
Aspermont
Tex
Slow Rain Covers North County Areas Tuesday
A slow shower fell Tuesday forenoon from before 11 until after 2 o clock, with the northern half of the county receiving varied amounts. Reports from Rector Place south of Sanger to Argyle and Little Elm note light to good rain, beneficial for the ground, while towns like Aubrey Pilot Point Green Valley and Stony report mixed rainfall and improving conditions.
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Sanger
Stony
Arge
Little Elm
Argyle
Weather Bureau
West Oak
J. Pluvius
Rector Farm
Vanger
Aubrey
Green Valley
Abilene Receives West Texas First 1910 Cotton Bale
Abilene Tex. The first bale of 1910 cotton in Taylor county and likely the first in the region arrived today from five miles west of the city. Weighing 412 pounds it sold at 15 cents per pound and signals a likely small county yield after several years of larger crops.
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Abilene, Tex
Taylor County
F. Roberts
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