Unfavorable Report on Rays Bill Telephone Connection Measure
A committee tabled the Rays telephone connection measure after an unfavorable report. The action signals opposition within the panel and delays or kills the proposal's progress.
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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1909
Page
1
Governor Uses His Veto Aims On Texas Bills
In Austin on March 2 the House committee reported unfavorably Ray's bill mandating intercompany connections. The Senate bill to place telegraph and telephone firms under the railroad commission was also reported unfavorably. The Jennings murder bill was killed 65 to 6. A committee to review House staff salaries plans executive sessions. Lawmakers, differing on the governor's platform demands, expect a special session to push the governor's measures as ordinary session nears end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
House Committee On
Ray
Senate
Th Railroad Commission
Jennings
House
Senate lobby panel completes testimony phase in probe
The Senate lobby investigating committee in Austin reports it has finished taking testimony and is now reviewing evidence to reach a conclusion. Martie Cronin of Palestine won a painting contract over six competitors to portray Alonso Steele, a San Jacinto Battle survivor.
Road bill defeated as session resumes amid suspensions
The assembly recessed yesterday and today pauses as members may take up bills by majority vote. Briscoe's highway commissioner bill and a $5,000 appropriation were killed. The House engrossed a measure requiring railroads to provide suitable sheds for workers protection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Briscoe
Senate reports antiracing bill unfavorably in Texas
The antiracing bill in the Texas legislature was reported unfavorably by the Senate after the pari mutuel amendment received a majority. The date for Senate consideration will not be set until the bill is laid before the Senators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
House
Senate
Governor’s First Veto in Texas Debate
The governor vetoed the bill lowering circus taxes and rejected the plan by Lieutenant Governor Davidson and Speaker Kennedy to pass the appropriation bill and adjourn. He summoned members from both houses and delivered a sharp rebuke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Davidson
Kennedy
Fire in Fort Worth Damages Homes on Taylor Street
A midnight blaze on Taylor Street in Fort Worth destroyed two residences and badly damaged three others in a fashionable district. Today's loss estimate stands at 150 900 dollars, including an earlier fire that destroyed two small buildings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Tex
One Dollar Will Do Bank Ad Promotes Saving
An advertorial urges readers to open a bank account with a single dollar. It claims weekly deposits will grow into a sizeable balance, encouraging customers to start savings and bring in the first deposit to begin.
Exchange National Bank Directors Listed
Exchange National Bank names its board of directors including A J Nance di Gs, J R Christal, A M Bush, E F Bates Co, A Williams, A C Owsley, J M Tage, and R L Bass as listed officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Nance
J. R. Christal
J. C. Coit
R. L. Bass
Gs. J
Weather Tonight And Wednesday Fair In New Orleans
New Orleans La March Tonight and Wednesday expect fair skies and moderate temperatures with light winds. City forecast calls for comfortable conditions and no precipitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Fire devastates Taylor Street estate and surrounding homes
A fire starting in the unoccupied Tillman Smith estate building on Taylor near Second rapidly engulfed adjacent homes including Leon and Estelle Gross and Mrs. Moore. The flames spread to Dr. Grammar's house and a Tremont rooming house, with heavy water damage as crews eventually contained the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tillman Smith
Taylor Street
Leon Gross
Smith
Lon Gross
Second
Taylor Streets
Estelle Moore
Second Street
R. B. Grammar
S. E. Haylor
Tremont
Arkansas Day Statutory Prohibition Bill Passed
The Arkansas House approved the Gann bill establishing statewide prohibition by a vote of 58 to 27. A large demonstration followed the passage in Little Rock as supporters celebrated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Little Rock
Ark
Potatoes Bring R. Lee McReynolds Cash in Lloyd Market
R Lee McReynolds of Lloyd sold a load of sweet potatoes on the local market for 29 50. The late season pushed prices up 10 to 20 cents per bushel, affecting earnings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Lee McReynolds
Lloyd
Talking About Laces and Embroideries becomes a spring showcase
A local shop highlights first visit promotions with low regular prices and a wide display of ready made dresses for ladies and children. Spring arrivals include skirts in various fabrics, dress goods and silks, foulard silks, printed messalines and satins, and a range of spring wash goods plus new accessories like combs and bags.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
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Store’ News
Wilson - Williams
Tmys
Thompson
Wilson Hardware Co
John Kelly
McQuigg
Queensware
A. W. Sears
Wylie Smith
Exchange Bank Building
Denton
Texas
Blow
Exchange National Bank
Weather Report
THE
First National Bank
Benton, Texas
Strongest National Bank
Denton County
Rell- Evans
Majestic Theater
John A. Hann
Adele Onra
Flora Althorpe
Holmes
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