Senate Debates Prohibition and Local Option in Texas
In Austin on February 2, Senator Walton warned that forcing prohibition would drive 60,906 Texans from the Democratic party and urged local option. The senate also moves to merge Wichita Falls railways and passes drainage district bills and a nurse examination board measure.
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Austin
lIn
Senate
Walton
Texas
Veale
Wichita Falls
Northwestern
Southern
Texas House Advances Cotton Factory Aid and Rail Shop Repairs
The House committee on penitentiaries favorably reports a 100000 appropriation to improve the state cotton factory with optional governor and penitentiary board approval. The committee on common carriers reports unanimously in executive session Rayburn's bill forcing railroads with shops in Texas to repair and equip their equipment in state. Railroads oppose, offering amendments later defeated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House Committee On Penitentiaries
House Committee On Common Carriers
Rayburn
Texas
Texas House advances Ray bill on building loan fees boosting outside capital
The Texas House passed to engrossment the Ray bill allowing building and loan corporations to pay charter fees only on the Texas used portion of their capital, signaling welcome to outside capital. Debate touched bootlegging measures, circus taxes, and school trust suspensions as other engrossed items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Kennedy
House
Ray
Jenkins
Subs
Strong
Sabs
Morris
Keith
Moller
Galveston
Houston
Standifer
House Committee On
Hill
Denton County
Messrs. Hill
Bowles
Arrests in Greenville for embezzlement and forged checks
W. R. Warner was arrested today in Greenville Texas on embezzlement charges from Montgomery Alabama. Elwood Assy and John Pruett were jailed on four forgery charges for passing checks with alleged bogus signatures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenville
Tex
W. R. Warner
Montgomery
Ala
Elwood Ass@y
John Pruett
Prominent Houston Men Involved in Heights Shooting
William Beckman was shot and seriously wounded following a quarrel with Lem A. Douglas at Houston Heights. Douglas was arrested. Both men are white and well known. they refused to reveal the cause of the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lem A. Douglas
Houston
Tex
William Beckman
Houston Heights
Higher Court Change Sparks Injustice Debate in Texas
In Dallas on February 2 a prominent lawyer criticized the Senate bill to permanently place the state criminal court of appeals in Austin. He argued it would inconvenience lawyers and clients across Texas, and could deny appeal rights to poor defendants unable to bear travel costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Tex
State Senate
State Criminal Court of Appeals
Austin
Texas
Simple Home Remedy Says Rheumatism Tied to Kidneys
An old health column claims rheumatism is a symptom of kidney trouble caused by clogged eliminative pores. It promotes a home mix of Fluid Extract Dandelion Compound Karyon and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla to be taken after meals and at night to relieve backache kidney and bladder issues.
Compound Kargon for Sale by O M Curtis
A historical notice advertises Compound Kargon available for sale by O M Curtis. The listing provides no price or further details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. M. Curtis
Rainey Charges Panama President Denied by Officials
In Panama City on February 2, President Obaldia and sixteen assembly members deny Rainey’s U S accusations. The assemblymen state they were present during timber industry contract discussions and contend Obaldia and C P Taft W N Cromwell and Richard Farnham had no role in the dealings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rainey
BACE
Panama
American Congress
Domingo de Obaldig
National Assembly
Obaldia
C. P. Taft
W. N. Cromwell
Richard Farnham
Rational Cure for Eczema Through Skin Treatment
A Denton Texas doctor endorses treating eczema via skin healing rather than internal medicine. The ad argues eczema is a skin disease and promotes oil of wintergreen as in D D D Prescription to attack germs and restore skin tissue, claiming rapid relief and proven results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Curtis
Denton
Texas
Yellow fever in Barbados raises quarantine concerns
Passengers from the liner Korana report a serious yellow fever situation in Barbados. Danish and French West Indies ports have quarantined. Island physicians dispute the disease’s nature, some calling it fever others gastric influenza.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barbados
Chicago
West Indies
Washington healed after five weeks of illness with arnica salve
A Bosqueville Texas resident Joanna Washington describes a spider bite infection that left deep sores in the leg for five weeks. She credits Buckien's Arnica Salve with a complete cure after doctors failed. The ad promotes the product for eczema boils burns and piles with a 252 price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Buckien
Joan Washington
Bosqueville
Texas
PF. Raley & Cos
Money to loan on city property by Denton Trust Company
City property buyers can obtain loans with easy payments and no delays offered by Denton Trust Company. The lender promotes straightforward terms and prompt service for eligible applicants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denton Trust Company
Hyome
M. Curtis
Police Chief Emmett Goodwin Shot Dead in Chickasha
Police Chief Emmett Goodwin was shot and killed in Chickasha Oklahoma late last night by Bill Earl formerly of Cleburne Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chickasha
Okla
Emmett Goodwin
Bill Earl
Cleburne
Texas
Largest damage suit filed in Ellis County seeks 100000
Austin Hickman of Ennis filed in Waxahachie district court a $100,000 damages suit against the Houston and Texas Central railroad for injuries from a freight train incident December 3 in which his hands and feet were mangled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellis County
Waxahachie
Tex
Austin Hickman
Houston and Texas Central Railroad
Hickman
Ennis
Farrow Granted Four Thousand Dollar Bond
The examining trial of W R Farrow in Waxahachie Tex concluded with a $4000 bond set for the murder charge of Hugh Shackelford at Britton. Farrow was returned to jail after failing to post the bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. KR. Farrow
Waxahachie
Waxahacchie
Tex
W. R. Farrow
Hugh Shackelford
Britton
Justice Court
Farrow
Russian Thistle Delays Trains In Blizzard
In a severe blizzard the vast Russian thistle caused major disruption as millions of weed mounds blocked prairie cuts, delaying trains and piling up on tracks near Oakley Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakley
Kan
A Household Necessity for Burns and Cuts
A Kosciusko Mississippi resident lauds Hunt's Lightning Oil as essential for both family and farm use. The letter praises its quick action on burns and fresh cuts and calls it a household necessity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunt
Srag
S. Harrison
Kosciusko
Miss
Former railroad mail clerk convicted in Oklahoma
Muskogee Feb 2 The jury in Federal court convicted George McDow a former railway mail clerk of rifling the mails and stealing money while running between Ardmore and McAlester on the Choctaw railroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muskogee, Okla
George McDow
Ardmore
McAlester
Fatal axe attack ends in suspect's suicide
Charles Jones, a 40 year old Black man, struck his wife with an axe in Dallas this morning, inflicting probable fatal injuries. He fled to a stand of trees where he then cut his own throat and died.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wife
Dallas
Tex
Charles Jones
Jones
Secret of long life claimed by French scientist
A French scientist allegedly found a blood based secret to longevity. The advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a life prolonging remedy that purifies and vitalizes blood, rebuilds nerves, and tones the body. It cites a testimonial from W. M. Sherman of Cushing, Maine, and notes the product is available for 50 cents at J. F. Raley & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. Sherman
Cushing, Me
J. F. Raley & Co
New American Walking Suit Promises Novel Men’s Wardrobe
In 1909 fashion experts anticipate several innovations led by an American walking suit. The garment, described as distinct yet recalling the English article, marks a departure from the era’s peg trousers and cuffed coats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Hunt's Cure Promises Quick Relief for Itch
The ad touts Hunt's Cure as a universal itch remover that cures eczema and ringworms in one box. It guarantees relief for any form of itch with a single treatment claim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunt
Mann Memorial Library Gift For Augustana Colleges
The Sons and Daughters of the late Frederick Dent Mann of Rock Island announce a $100,000 gift for a memorial library to the Augustana colleges of Rock Island Illinois. Mrs J J Reimers of Fort Worth is among the recipients of the news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Frederick Dent Mann
Rock Island
J. J. Reimers
Fort Worth
Agustana Colleges
Ils
Irritable Mood Warns Against Skin Troubles Cure Claim
The text warns against irritability linked to skin issues and promotes Hunt's Cure as an absolute guarantee to cure any skin trouble. It asserts itching is relieved instantly and one box cures all forms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunt
House bill on summoning witnesses by mail or phone
Austin Feb 2 The House bill to permit summoning witnesses and jurors by mail or telephone will be reported favorably instead of unfavorably as first decided upon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Poll tax payment itemized for Senator Hudspeth
In Austin on February 2, Senator Hudspeth paid his poll tax totaling 51.85 dollars. The payment included 50.10 dollars for railroad fare and 1.75 dollars for the tax.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Feb
Hudspeth
Frost hits Florida fruit crops in Central and North
Heavy frost damage to fruit interests is reported across Central and Northern Florida, affecting growers in Jacksonville and surrounding counties. Officials warn of diminished yields and potential economic impact for the citrus and specialty fruit sectors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Jacksonville, Fla
Oklahoma Youth Charged in Dorm Fire at Weutumka Boarding School
Muskogee Okla Feb 2 Joe Turnkey indicted and jailed on arson charges for allegedly starting a fire in the boys dormitory at the Weturnka Boarding School causing about 25000 dollars in damage. The youth reportedly acted after resenting punishment for misconduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Fir- Muskoger
Okla
Joe Turnkey
Wetumka
Mother Gray's Australian Leaf Ad for Women’s Ailments
An old advertisement touts Mother Gray's Australian Leaf as a safe regulator for female weaknesses and urinary, bladder, kidney, and back pains. It promises relief from inflammation and ulcerations and offers samples and mail order via The Mother Gray Co in Le Roy New York for 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mother Gray
Irvin Granted Bail in San Antonio Murder Case
W H Irvin a prominent stockman and former police chief charged with killing Edmond Gabriel was granted $10 000 bail after a habeas corpus fight. The January 23 shooting prompted a change of venue to Comal County. Irvin was released on bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Tex
W. H. Irvin
Edmond Gabriel
Dwyer
Coma County
Irvin
American Book Company Surprises Austin in Anti Trust Case
Austin February 2 The American Book Company did not seek claimance of the Texas anti trust case and filed an amended answer to the petition delaying trial. The court adjourned to 2 pm to allow plaintiffs to study the amendment. The defendant says it is ready for trial and will oppose further postponement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Tody
Stae
Calhoun
Fifty-third District Court
Texas Women's Press names Austin convention dates
The executive committee of the Texas Women's Press association announced the convention will be held in Austin on May 4 and 5. Miss Daffan of Dallas was named president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waco, Tex
The
Texas Women’s Press Association Today
Austin
Denton Citizen Endorses Doan’s Kidney Pills Anew
A Denton Texas resident L T Fowlkes at 39 E Mulberry St reiterates praise for Doan’s Kidney Pills. He previously endorsed the remedy on Feb 15 1905 and again confirms its helpful tonic effect. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sells the product nationwide. Remember the name Doans.
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Denton
L. T. Fowlkes
E. Mulberry St
Texas
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Dean
Aldrich bill to let Brownsville Negro soldiers re enlist
Washington February second. Democrats in the Senate are expected to pass the bill creating an army board to determine which Brownsville Negro soldiers may re enlist. The measure, called the Aldrich bill, is focused on paving Taft's path on the race question at inauguration time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Army Board
Brownsville
Senate
Foraker
Aldrich
Taft
Doctors Advise Operation Then Pills Cure Mrs Fisher
In Detroit Michigan Mrs M E Fisher with severe rectal trouble was told by three doctors that an operation was needed. She then used Dr King's New Life Pills and was wholly cured. The pills claim to prevent appendicitis relieve constipation and headache. 25 cents at 32 P Raley & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Fisher
Detroit
Mich
Dr. King
P. Raley & Co
Supreme Court rules trust status bars debt collection
Washington Feb 2. The Supreme Court ruling in Continental Wall Paper Co. v Voight and Son holds the plaintiff trust admitted to be a trust and may not recover from the defendants about an alleged 75000 dollar debt. The decision carries broad implications for debt collection and corporate trust law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States Supreme Court
Continental Wall Paper Company
Lewis Voight and Son
Colds and Grip Remedy Heiсal Claims by Hicks Capa Chine
Hick’s Capa chine is advertised as the best remedy for colds and grip, relieving ache feverishness and restoring normal condition. It is a liquid with immediate effect and sold in 11c, 25c, and 50c sizes at drug stores.
A Chapter of Serious Accidents
A two year old child burned to death near Taylor. Henry Reese killed at Rusk by fall from a house. Avolt Swatke neck broken by fall from a wagon. Baby Bringmeyer burned to death near Taylor. The record notes multiple fatal incidents including a wagon fall and a house-related fatality.
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Farmer
Henry Reese
Rusk
Baby Bringmeyer
Taylor
Avolt Swatke
Groom of Three Days Dies in Fall in Rusk
Henry Reese aged 37 working on a farm house roof near Rusk Texas today fell and died after his head struck a sharp iron projecting from the building. He was married just three days to Nellie Busch of Navasota. Both were well known in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rusk
Tex
Henry Reese
Reese
Nellie Busch
Navasota
Child perishes in fire while playing near corn stalks
The two year old daughter of Fritz Bringmeyer near Taylor Texas was burned to death as she played near blazing corn stalks on the farm while her parents were away in town. Attempts by the other children to rescue her failed. The body was burned with clothes consumed and flesh charred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor, Tex
Fritz Bringmeyer
Fatal Cane Wagon Fall Kills Farmer Avolt Sware
Avolt Sware, a Brenham immigrant farmer in Coup land, fell from a cane wagon late yesterday, breaking his neck and dying instantly. He leaves four wives and eight children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coupland
Avolt Swarke
Brenham
Soldier Counters Death Plot With New Discovery
Civil War veteran J A Stone of Kemp Texas recalls a stubborn cold and coughing fit that dragged his health down to 139 pounds. After using Dr King’s New Discovery his weight rose to 179 pounds and he praises the remedy for severe colds and coughs. Trial bottle free. 5 cents and 1 dollar. Guaranteed by J F Raley Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Stone
Kemp, Tex
Dr. King
Raley & Co
Writer Ordered Arrested In Cashing Of Cleve land Article
Justice Dowling issued a warrant for Broughton Brandenburg a magazine writer tied to a New York Times sale of a Grover Cleveland article amid a grand larceny indictment. California lawmakers push a felony fifth contest ban with a five year maximum. Sen Willis supports the bill. Texas Central foreman Costello was arrested after church decor duties for failing to build a sidewalk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broughton Brandenburg
New York Times
Grover Cleveland
Justice Dowling
California
Willis
Oe Oy
M. Costello
Costello
Texas Central Railway
Cottage Lane
Akard Street
Coldest of winter grips New York with five degree chill
Swept by a biting northwest wind New York City yesterday faced the coldest weather of the season. The thermometer hit five degrees and the homeless endured intense suffering overnight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New York City
Mi o Na stomach remedy claims lasting digestion cure
An advertisement touts Mi o Na tablets as a cure for indigestion and dyspepsia. It asserts relief of belching heartburn and dizziness and promises to strengthen the stomach walls to boost gastric juices. A large box of Mi o Pacost costs 50 cents at O M stores, with a money back guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. M
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Fain & Stanley, Proprietors
Siciametsiaiean
G. M. Gentry
Y. M. Turpin
Jim Goodes
Ball
H. Rains
T.G. Paschall
R. T. Yerby
R. Ledbetter
ED Key
W. F. Egan
Avenue A
T. S. Atcheson
John A. Hann
North Elm
A. R. McGintie
Wiley Smith
Postoffice
West Hickory Street
R. H. Garrison
Shropshire Bucks
Springside Dairy Farm
Min H#LLANEODS
G. B. Collins
W. T. Morris
Peoples’ Home Telephone CO
Wattam Addition
B. T. Broun
T. J Whites Saddle Shop
Nadine Meyers
R. R. Turner
West Oak St
Cowboy Bootmaker
S. B. Randall
Flow
T. J. White
Addres
McGinnis
Live Oak Meat Market
Chas. Keaten
Typewriter
J. W. Fralin
South Aide Square
Frank Wilkerson
Jake Johnson
Hester
Lester & Brownlow
Jim Goode
Old Roark Barn
North Locust Street
Grant
OMB
Granmt
Riverside Drive
Vitio
Vinci
D. M. Curtis
Prohibition
WM. Beckman
Muskogee
Bond
American Book Company
Woman's Press
Den
Almont
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