Decency in Bailey Bell Campaign Debate Questioned
The Bailey Bell race faces mudslinging as Fort Worth and San Antonio observers urge restraint. Judge Bell, once a gubernatorial candidate, defends his character amid attacks from the Record and Telegram. Viewpoints call for fair, gentlemanly discussion without abuse while noting road bond plans worth $259,000 could proceed without raising taxes.
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The Strength of Reposes in Asquith's Quiet Rule
In a portrait of British Prime Minister Asquith the article argues that true effectiveness comes from calm reserve rather than visible bustle. It notes his silver hair, composed demeanor, and steady handling of imperial burdens, showing no sign of nerves or hurried appetite for power.
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Mr. Asquith
A Curious Portrait in Parliament and Public Discourse
A fragmentary essay portrays Mr Asquith in the Commons with bored, aggressive posture and cold ardor, contrasting public figures and urging caution among republicans on currency policy. It rails at dissipated energy, mentions Missourians and Treasures, and includes an aside on advertising and social ethics amid political life.
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Farm lands in western Texas may grow cotton
A El Paso Herald piece quotes Vice President Fay of the G W H S A railroad arguing that agricultural lands along his line do not extend west of Uvalde. He notes that far less land is suitable for farming than once claimed and highlights surprising shifts toward cotton cultivation in New Mexico and the Southwest.
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G. WH. &S. A. Railroad
Uvalde
United States
Arizona
California
Meaely
Texas
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Texas & Tackile
Landle
Treamearl
Internity
New Mexico
Editor Seeks County Commissioner Post To Tax Vacant Rats
The Willing to Tackle the Job column notes the editor of ile Grande News is not seeking work but would like a county commissioner role briefly to appraise vacant lots and set taxation at owners’ demanded prices.
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Ile Grande
Rats i Inis
Per Word Earnings in Early Newspapers
A fragmentary note describes a correspondent seeking the value of the word per in print in dusty or busy shop conditions. It mentions a bank worker or pollition and a journalist earning per word in Mercury style reporting.
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Mercury
Partridge’s Deystian and the Partridge Bond
In a London Globe piece Partridges show strong devotion within coveys, mourning losses briefly yet remaining cohesive. The birds cluster to familiar clover patches and stable spots, preserving family ties and survival as long as their habitat isn’t disturbed too often.
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Jong
Woman forgets house key prompts telegraph call
A stylish young woman rushes into the I G N city ticket office and asks the Western Union operator to telegraph a key to Horace to unlock her Austin home. She fears her family cannot enter without the key and seeks immediate help from J. W. Daley, the city passenger and ticket agent.
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Austin
Horace
J. W. Daley
Lin L& GN
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Three Negroes shot at school exhibition near Texas town
News from Topology Texas reports three men were shot at a country school exhibition east of the town Friday night after a dispute among the Black men. All were killed. The report mentions no arrests or further details.
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Strange Zoo Story of a Bronx Mouflon Escape
In Bronx Park John the Sardisian Wild sheep, oldest resident and gentle in appearance, is put into a portable wooden enclosure for spring cleaning. The keeper turns away and is knocked aside by the mouflon’s sudden escape. John tears free as painters glimpse the wreckage, then roams freely while the keeper and zoo staff pursue. The escaped animal ends the day by evading recapture in a playful spree.
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Texarkana Fire Costs and Local Texas News Summary
Texarkana suffers losses from a fire destroying the home of WM. Dubbard at Olive and Twenty-fifth streets with insured value. The home of Q Buddy at 319 Pecan Street destroyed around 3 am with insurance. In Dallas, Carl Smith vs Texas & Pacific for 50 000 damages moved to federal court after an August Whiterock incident involving a baggage handler. Waco sees Democratic executive committee scheduling a May 2 primary to select Denver delegates and a Bailey faction claim of broad opposition. Austin reports no injunction impact on Guaranties Afo insurance board contracts. Texas prison reports show monthly finances with 4030 convicts and a net decrease during the month.
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Whiterock
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Waco
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Democratic Executive
Denver
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Great American Navy to Guarantee World Peace
Congressman Hobson argues for a mighty navy as America's sole guarantee of world peace. He predicts inevitable conflict with Japan unless the U S builds a powerful fleet, cites Japan's wartime armament and potential Pacific aggression, and warns of a pretext for war awaiting government action.
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Richmond P. Hobson
Alabama
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Pacific
United States
Russia
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Opening San Antonio concert sells out amid 19th century bustle
San Antonio 21 Years Ago reports the opening concert in San Antonio nearing capacity as locals note a lively but troubled scene. Boerne residents protest disguised performers in a nearby town, while hotel operators face unpaid bills after a chaotic event. Foundry capital and new incorporations appear in Austin, and regional rail and transport topics surface. A Texas Traffic Commission proposal suggests a round trip fare to Washington, D. C. remains a topic of public discourse.
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Boerne
San Antonio
Lial Town
Bourne Opera Base
Ors
San Antonio Foundry Company
Austin
G. Dilley
Bo. Yeattm
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Sap Railroad
Ti Fo
Texas Traffic Commission
Washington, D. C
Apri 13 In History Uncertain Fragments
Fragmentary OCR notes list births and deaths of historical figures including Thomas Jefferson and Andrew Jackson, and reference naval battles at Port Arthur with Petropay Jovsk and Admiral Makaroff among 600 sailors. Also mentions a 1907 Standard Oil company verdict and a Russian printer noted by Jim, but many items are garbled.
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Tamwel Jackson Revdil
David
Diddley Field
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Port Arilinr
Judes Pid ‘Tho
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Night Sky Events Tonight and Tomorrow Morning
The entry notes celestial happenings for tonight and the following morning. It mentions sunset or moonset times and indicates observers should track the sky conditions, with a brief reference to the moon’s setting around 4:47. The fragmentary text hints at guidance for stargazers.
Sherif Candidates Named for Bexar County Primary
The Light announces B C Linthey W I Goforth James McClowkey and Chas F Stevens as candidates for Sheriff of Bexar County subject to Democratic primaries. The Light also names Fred H Lancaster for Sheriff subject to Democratic action.
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B. C. Linthey
Bexar Coune Ty
W. I. Goforth
James McClowkey
Shortf
Bexar County
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Chas. F. Stevens
Omc
Shoritt
Bexar
Wight
Fred H. Lancaster
Shorrit
Lightly Authorized Candidate for County Clerk Post
The Lightly authorizes Andénnes Vivian B. Hamilton as a candidate for County Clerk, subject to Democratic primaries and confirmation by party processes.
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Vivian B. Hamilton
Clark
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