Thousands to Meet Wilson at Sea Girt
At Sea Girt New Jersey Governor Wilson examined arrangements for New Jersey Day. Women’s Wilson and Marshal League of New Jersey set up headquarters near the governor’s cottage led by Mrs. Caroline B. Alexander. Democratic editors may gather for a Democratic and independent papers meeting. Wilson liked the plan and learned state reports from George M. Palmer and Fred B. Lynch, noting Roosevelt movement strength but Wilson’s edge in New York. He scheduled talks on August 19 at Hoboken and September 12 at Syracuse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sea Girt
N. J
Wilson
New Jersey
Grosscup
White House
Jersey
Sea Girl
Wilson and Marshalleague
Hoboken
N. Y
Syracuse
Pension Bill Signed by Taft Allocates 160 Million
President Taft signed the 160 million pension appropriation as the pension office was notified and telegrams sent to 18 agencies to begin payments. Federal pensions will be paid by Tuesday at the latest, ending delays from Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Taft
Critical Time of Woman’s Life
An Odd, Virginia testimonial touts Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a remedy for long menstrual troubles and back pain. Martha L. Hottoway claims renewed health after years of weakness, urging other women to seek the product and noting confidential guidance from the makers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odd
Lydia E. Pinkham
Martha L. Hottoway
Lydia E.pinkham
Taft calls electors dishonest men in campaign blast
President Taft told Maryland Republican Editorial association at the White House that any Republican elder listed on a ballot for a rival party is a dishonest man. He urged a clear party cleavage and said members must choose the Republican line or bear the bolter label.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Taft
Maryland Republican Editorial Association
White House
Lane 10 Opens Local Option Campaign in Bell County
Comptroller Lane launches local option drive in Bell County speaking in Temple Holland Rogers and Decatur. Election on August 31 will decide Bell County local option. He issues notary commissions to take depositions on liquor dealer complaints with anticipated forfeitures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Lane
Bell County
Temple
Holland
Rogers
Decatur
Comptroller
Governor Refuses Renewal of Convict Lease in Texas
Austin report says farmer Gus Shaw met with the governor to discuss renewing the Bowie county convict lease set to expire January 1. Governor indicated no renewal, future arrangements to be rental based, aligning with policy to abolish the lease system. Shaw comments on cotton markets and acreage policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Gus) Shaw
Bowie County
Colonel Shaw
Shaw
Texas
Civic groups launch crusade for a cleaner city in El Campo
Dr. A L Lincecum spoke to a crowded house on tropical diseases and insect infection as the Civic club city government and the Commercial club begin a campaign for a cleaner city. Free drayage continues today and city teams stay busy with yard cleaning prizes awarded for clean yards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EL Campo
Tex
A. L. Lincecum
Civic Club
Population estimate for Gonzales County under Baskin McGregor law
The Gonzales county commissioners court adopted a Baskin McGregor law based population estimate. Using six to one per name on the scholastic rolls, the count totals 44,286 with 44,256 named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gonzales
Tex
Commissioners Court
Gonzales County
Drainage Bonds Approved in Chambers County District
The attorney general's department approves two bond issues for Chambers County. A drainage district issue of 15 000 dollars bears 5 percent interest with 40 year maturity and a 20 year option. A road district issue of 6 000 dollars in District No 1 bears 56 percent and matures in 20 years with a 10 year option.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Attorney General's Department
Chambers County
Finances Show Strong Balance In Gonzales County
Gonzales Texas August 17 finances are sound per county treasurer’s report for the quarter ending July 31 showing a balance of 167 037 43 dollars.
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Gonzales
Tex
Gonzales County
Lady Deceis Becomes Mother to Daughter
Lady Deceis wife of Baron Deceis and daughter of George J. Gould gave birth to a daughter this morning. Both mother and child are reported doing well.
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Deceis
London
Baron Deceis
George J. Gould
Harvest Jubilee plans outlined for October festival in San Antonio
Executive committee drafts tentative program for October 19 to 27 including Governor Colquitt as guest of honor on opening day. Features include chariot races pageant The Fall of the Alamo auto races and a good roads congress with expenses projected at 21000 with 15000 to be raised by subscriptions and 6000 sought from Chamber members.
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Harvest Jubilee Association
Chamber of Commerce
Governor Colquitt
Horn of Plenty
Colquitt
Alamo
San Antonio
Good Roads Congress
Texas
D. E. Colp
La Follette Attacks New Progressive Party In Senate Debate
In Washington on August 17 Senator La Follette passionately attacked the new progressive party during a debate on the president’s wool tariff veto. He pledged to keep the Republican party progressive and fight until the curtain falls. He cited Roosevelt’s trust record and said Roosevelt cannot lead the path out now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
LaFollette
New
Progressive Party
Roosevelt
la Follette
Finch to Seek Bail in Boatner Murder Case
E Rush Finch charged with the murder of R H Boatner is to file a habeas corpus writ for bail early next week. After an examining trial Justice Crocker remanded Finch to jail without bond awaiting grand jury action. Mrs Finch testified against him. their 6 year old son declined to see his father saying Papa killed Bert Boatner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eine See
le Houston
Tex
E. Rush Finch
R. H. Boatner
Flames cause heavy damage to Alamo Oil Refining plant
A late night fire at the Alamo Oil and Refining plant on Simpson Street caused between 20 000 and 30 000 in damage. The blaze began in a lintel and spread through the cotton oil section before discovery. Fire crews faced poor water pressure and long hose lays, but saved the boiler and engine areas. Damages expected to top 30 000 but insured. six weeks to rebuild. Plant details and company officers listed.
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Alamo Oil and Refining Company
Simpson Street
Southern Pacific
San Antonio and
Aransas Pass
C. W. Fontaine
Bishop
Walter Nolan
Fontaine
Robert Bencini
T. A. Coleman
Beaumont Dairymen Comply With Orders
Beaumont Texas August 17 Local dairymen are complying with Food and Drug Inspector J S Abbott orders and having their herds tested for disease Deputies and state inspectors will test cattle in coming weeks and warn of prosecution if any herd is diseased Early private exams show a small percentage of disease across Beaumont herds
Coffee Merchants Fail After Losses With New York Band
Aicheimer and Company, Chicago coffee merchants, filed for bankruptcy in federal court after suffering over 100000 dollars in three weeks. The petition lists liabilities of 365000 dollars and assets of 275000 dollars, blaming disruptions by a New York group and Brazilian interests attempting to control coffee output.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Chicago
Aicheimer and Company
Federal Bankruptcy Court
Langston Woman Dies After Lingering Illness
Mrs. C. M. Langston, 51, of New Braunfels Texas, died Wednesday evening after a lingering illness. A Georgia native, she moved to Texas 13 years ago and lived in New Braunfels the last four years. Interment was in Comal Town Cemetery yesterday afternoon. She is survived by her husband and two children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Braunfels
Tex
C .M. Langston
Georgia
Texas
Comal Town
Shortage of Cotton Pickers Hurting Local Farmers
Farmers face hard times securing labor to gather the cotton crop and keep railroad sections and other lines of business running. Sixty bales were ginned today as farmers pay 65 cents for picking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Braunfels
Tex
Lightning Sets Gulf Pipe Line Tanks Afire In Beaumont
During a thunderstorm in Beaumont yesterday evening lightning struck two steel tanks of Gulf Pipe Line Co causing a fire that destroyed the tanks and most of their crude oil contents. The loss runs about 75000 dollars. The same flash ignited both tanks.
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Beaumont
Tex
Gulf Pipe Line Company
Constable Resigns. Autrey Appointed in Waelder
D B Beck resigns as Waelder constable and B F Autrey, the primary nominee, is chosen by the Gonzales County commissioners to succeed him. Autrey has filed his bond and qualified for the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gonzales
Tex
D. B. Beck
Waelder
Commissioners Court
B. F. Autrey
Autrey
Wires to Go Underground on Pearl Street in Beaumont
An appropriation has been received to place all telephone wires of the South western Telegraph and Telephone company underground on Pearl street and two blocks on either side. The project, announced in Beaumont, promises improved aesthetics and safety for the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaumont
Tex
Southwestern ‘Telegraph and Telephone Company
Pearl Street
Carter Mullaly Transfer Co Revamps With Old Furniture
Local firm Carter Mullaly Transfer Co refurbishes old furniture into ready to use pieces. Company showcases restoration work, highlighting skilled craftsmen and on site repairs for homes and offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter- Mullaly Transfer Co
Bishop Mouton to Preach in San Antonio Church Services
San Antonio churches continue weekly programs with Sunday schools and morning and evening services. Bishop E D Mouton will preach at Travis Park Methodist in the morning on Friendship With God, with Rev J T Curry speaking in the evening on The Ennobling Power of the Gospel.
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San Antonio
E.D. Mouton
Travis Park Methodist Church
God
Pine Street Presbyterian Church
B. D. D. Greer
First Baptist Church
W. W. Lee
J. E. Harrison
Government Hill
Pine Street
Forner
Denver Boulevard Presbyterian Church
C. M. Lickiider
Lia
M. L. HH. Morey
C. M. Licklider
Harlandale Presbyterian Church
L. H. Morey
First Presbyterian Church
Avenue D
Fourth Streets
Post Office
Arthur G. Jones
D. D
Young People's Society
First United Plresbyterian Church
Myrtle Street
C. E. McStravick
Prodigal Son
South Side
Baptist Young People's Union
Baptist Young People
Ladies’ Aid and Missionary Society
Friedens Church
Main Avenue
East Emira Street
Fred Pipenbroch
Garfield Johnson
First Evangelical Church
Bible School
C. A. Arnold
Young People’s Alliance
Merie Fisher
Mayme Wellner
J. T. Curry
J. W. Woodson
Epworth League
South Heights Methodist Church
South Palmetto
Porter Streets
E. C. Jolly
C. B. Cross
Baraca
Government Hill Methodist Church
Mason and
Nolan Street
Army Post
A. B. Davidson
Christian Progress
I. W. Orr
James Lewis Baraca
Joe Lowther
W. W. Douglass
Floyd Smith
Prospect Hill Methodist Church
Buena Vista and
Cibolo Streets
Z. V. Liles
E. D. Mouton
BE. D. Thomas
Fort Worth
Harlandate Lutheran Church
San An
Tonio
Corpus Christi Road
A. L. Swinehart
Grace English Evangelical Lutheran Church
Avenue BE
Fifth Street
Avenue E
J. C. Felger
Evangelical Lutheran, Missouri Synod
Woodmen of the World Hall
Commerce Street
Joske
Luther
A. W. Hueschen
South Cherry Street
Old
St. John's Episcopal Church
G. M. Macdougall
Brownsville
Methodist Episcopal
Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church
Avenue C
Pecan Street
Orin Palmer Wright
Entertains for Guest at Helena Avenue Home
Miss Clara May Glaeser hosted yesterday afternoon for guest Miss Roberta Ballantyne of Brackettville. A group of friends enjoyed games and dancing. attendees included Miss Josie Woodgate Miss M Haber Korn Miss Katie Gilbert Miss Alice Jackson and others plus Messrs Charlie Tedford Laurie Fritz Hocker Bob Edens Oliver Wurzbach Max Simang Herman Simang Fred Smith and Charlie Wallace.
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Clara May Glaeser
Helena Avenue
Roberta Ballantyne
Brackettville
Josie Woodgate
M. Haberkorn
Katie Gilbert
Alice Jackson
Etta
Fannie Wurzbach
Della Mass
Bessie Pearson
Lovene Huntress
Charlie Tedford
Laurie Fritz
Hocker
Bob Edens
Oliver Wurzbach
Max
Herman Simmang
Fred Smith
Charlie Wallace
Five Hundred Party for Nieces at Perron Home
Mrs M R Perron hosted a five hundred party yesterday afternoon for her nieces Misses M L Perron and Ruth Simpson of Laredo. The event featured ferns and flowers, punch, and luncheon. Guests included Misses Clyde Lignoski Bessie Hogan Mesdames W C Holland Will Hayne Co B Hogan Kate Graham John B Hildebrand L C Smith Charles Lignoski and W H Carnal A Collman plumber 416 Main Ave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernice Duggan
Laurel Heights
M. R. Perron
M. L. Perron
Ruth Simpson
Laredo
Clyde Lignoski
Bessie Hogan
Mesdames W. C. Holland
Will Hayne
Co. B. Hogan
Kate Graham
John B. Hildebrand
L. C. Smith
Charles Lignoski
W. H. Carnal
Miss Evelyn Campbell Hosts Private Swimming Party
Miss Evelyn Campbell gave a swimming party yesterday at the Travis club for a group of her girl friends. After swimming, the guests enjoyed a luncheon. Attendees included Annie Ray Townsend, Yadie Clamp, Annie Besse Moore, Lydia Moore, Roxanna Schmidt, Wilhelmina Schmidt, Clara May Brooks, Maida Gregory, Louise Everett, and host Mrs. W. L. Holder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evelyn Campbell
Little Miss Jasper Celebrates Second Birthday
Margaret Eleanor Jasper, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Jasper, marked her second birthday at their Carson Street home yesterday. Guests enjoyed a dainty party menu after a happy afternoon.
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Margaret Eleanor Jasper
Carson Street
Corpus Christi Woman Guest of Miss Ella Frick
Miss Alice Crossley of Corpus Christi is the guest of Miss Ella Frick and will remain several weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Crossley
Corpus Christi
Ella Frick
Entertains Her Club at Fourth Street gathering
Miss Annie Meyers hosted the Thirteen L. G. club at her Fourth Street home with sunflowers decorating the venue. Music by Miss Kate Matthews pleased attendees including Evelyn Marbery Margaret Lacey Dot Porter Bers tha Shaw Edna Porter Nina Hodges Ella Ahr Lucille Timberlake Ethel Midget Juanita Courtney and several gentlemen such as Leonard Bowden Guy Shaw William Marberry Louis Meyers Mike Lamm Albert Meyers Walter Morrow Harry Rhodes and Clarence Wyell.
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Annie Meyers
L. G. Club
Fourth Street
Kate Matthews
Evelyn Marberry
Margaret Lacey
Dot Porter
Berstha Shaw
Edna Porter
Nina Hodges
Ella Ahr
Lucille Timberlake
Ethel Midget
Juanita Courtney
Messrs
Leonard Bowden
Guy Shaw
William Marberry
Louis Meyers
Mike Lamm
Albert Meyers
Walter Morrow
Harry Rhodes
Clarence Wyell
Master Thomas Webb Jr to entertain friends this afternoon
Thomas Webb Jr will entertain friends from five to seven this afternoon at his home on Monterey street. Dr J R Cunningham osteopath at 449 Moore Building is listed. Old phone 984 one ring.
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Thomas Webb Jr
Monterey Street
J. R. Cunningham
Moore Bldg
Osteopath
Dentist Dr Keeling Returns to the City
Dr Keeling, a dentist, has returned to the city and will operate from office 517 in the Moore building.
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Dr. Keeling
Moore Building
Digestit Indigestion Remedy Gains Nationwide Endorsement
A new indigestion remedy Digestit is praised as a quick lasting cure for stomach disorders. Thousands of letters attest relief, with growing national demand. Try it risk free with a money back guarantee. Digestit is a small tablet that digests food, prevents fermentation, stops gas, and aids assimilation. Sold at Sehwab Four Drug Stores.
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MIT Wilson AT Sea
Wilson and Marshall League of
Lane 10
Farmer Shaw
Conners
NEW Party
Finch
Mouzon
Church of Christ
South Flores Street
Joe Harding
Christian Science
First Church of Christ, Scientist
Keeper
A. Collman
Main Ave
Fae Oe
Katherine M. Joseph
Fica
Emma _ Strom
Seguin
Minnie Schuster
St. Louis
Tillie Metschke
Ruth Finck
Pi Sigma Club
West Poplar Street
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