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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1910
Page
1
In a slow session the House considers a bill of lading while the Senate debates memorials regarding the so called spider bill. The proceedings show ongoing delays and procedural moves as committees review the measures.
The Texas House judiciary committee reported favorably the international and Great Northern railroad claim validation bill despite opposition from Lee and Perkins. Kennedy sought data on road values and stockholders, while Highsmith and Moller clashed over who supported the bill first, prompting personal remarks and a disruption.
Amendments to a bill are discussed with committee restoration of a second clause. Dobson and Highsmith seek to strike the enacting clause while Highsmith argues the measure harms cotton farmers. Currey and Moller support, Jackson favors, and a protest by Highsmith interrupts proceedings before a two o clock recess.
Reading memorials urging support for the spider bill consumed much of the session. The internal improvements committee favorably reported the International and Northern railroad claim validation bill and, under rule, it went over one day. The House spider bill was referred to judiciary committee No. 1. Senate adjourned until ten oclock tomorrow.
Statement from Bracifiel opposing repeal of the current insurance law as dangerous until a new statute is enacted. He warns that companies would charge high rates. Senator Brachfield weighs in on the matter.
The bulletin notes heat in the Southwest with 106 degrees at Wallas Greenville Henrietta Quanah and Waxahachie. Fort Worth reached 103 and Denton 102. Oklahoma City hit 104, Phoenix 102. Kerrville cooled to 64 and Brownwood to 68. Showers forecast tonight and Thursday.
The court announces adjournment for the remainder of the week ending Tuesday afternoon. Court will reconvene after the break to continue proceedings.
Grand Jury continues session and no trials will occur this week. Judge Potter is at home in Gainesville with Durbin in charge until next week. Several cases, including divorces, have been disposed of. Upcoming trials include Cauble vs Railway Co and Wood et al, among others listed for weeks 2 through 4, plus appearance docket entries for Edwards, Cook, Heath, Sullivan, and Erwin families.
Dr J S Abbott state Pure Food and Dairy commissioner has seized about thirty five gallons of Coca Cola syrup sealed under health law. Dealers may continue selling the drink until a court decision is secured with misbranding and adulteration cited as grounds. Federal authorities also preparing similar action over caffeine and cocaine content.
A tropical storm brews in the Caribbean sea moving west northwest and its intensity remains unknown. The Weather Bureau displays storm signals at gulf ports as forecasts develop.
An advertisement touts a large harness house offering good quality, fair prices, and a wide range of goods. Shoppers are invited to see the window displays and find most any item needed.
Hoke Smith appears to defeat Joseph M. Brown for a second term after 61 counties report results. Smith carries 40 counties to Brown's 21, including Atlanta and Fulton County by a margin of 530 votes.
Co Wright released on $1800 bond. He was recognized in that sum with A Coffey EB Coffey R H McNatt E F Woodward and O R Dyche.
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