Prohibition Vote Drives Texas Polls in 1909 Election
Special to The Light from various cities reports the largest Texas vote in history as prohibition opposition to Governor Campbell and the 30th legislature spurs turnout. Democrats and Republicans unite to back reform or protest, with notable support from German Texans and a tight race in the 24th district. Campbell expected to vote straight Democratic tickets, while Garner faces strong opposition in the Fifteenth district.
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al- Vives
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Onton
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Niky Tory
Counwtry
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Stata
Texas News Service
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Simpson
Pexus
Garner
Fort Worth
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Palestine
Camel
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Pracineta
Shuy Democrats
Holdigs Meir
Nedily
Lindsey
Tight senatorial race between Real and Jon in multiple wards
Reports from Kerrville Gillespie Predetickshurs and Bmerne note a tight race between Democrat Jon and Republican Real. Voter confusion scratching ballots and strong anti prohibition sentiment influence outcomes. Local predictions suggest Real may carry East Side precincts and Gillespie County with narrow margins citywide.
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Slavs officer and farmer at Ardmore murder report
Ardmore Ohio on November police report says Constable D J Conk and farmer A Sime were shot on Main Street. James Billings, another farmer, and Bragiel were involved. Bragiel was arrested. Parties reportedly had been drinking.
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Fatal confrontation near Waxahachie ends in death
White farmer L. B. Alexander, a prominent resident 12 miles south of Waxahachie, was attacked by a Black man identified as Warren Shanks. Alexander fired three times, hitting the assailant and causing a fatal heart wound. Shanks was subdued. Alexander surrendered and was released on bond.
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Here
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Appraisers File in Home Furnishing Bankruptcy Case
The trustee Clinton G. Brown filed the appraisers report for Home Furnishing. Appraisers James Kapp W H Pack and W T Strange valued assets at 8441 pounds and 88447 dollars. McFayland said secured creditors may receive less than 20 percent.
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Apyraigers
Guy Ss. McFarand
Stiowlit
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James Kapp
W. H. Pack
W. T. Strange
Midland man kills himself at Comstock
El Paso Texas November 3 B I Hutchin son aged about 40 of Midland Texas shot himself while visiting Comstock in his health drive. News notes the act occurred without warning and local authorities may investigate circumstances surrounding the suicide.
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Hottest Governor Campaign Battle in Bexar County
The race in Bexar County heats up as Republicans and independents clash with Democratic contenders. A GOP governor candidate has led a determined fight aiming to shrink the Democratic edge in the campaign.
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Light Bulletins And Musical Program To Report Election Results
The Light will screen results through a large 40 foot square bulletin and wall display at Crockett Street Intersections, showing AP and Texas News Service reports plus a grand phonograph program. A varied musical and film program precedes speeches, with items such as Youthing Treasure Beckers and River Avon. The public is invited to view the returns and enjoy the event.
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Texas News Service
May Try Woods at Adjoinred Court Term
Federal bond orders filed by Didgo Maxey push the Woods National Bank case back to an adjourned term. The trial of Will F. Woorla remains set for December 1 with adjournment moved to January 4 to avoid disrupting witnesses and jurors over Christmas. Counsel Henry Terr el and William Aubrey say readiness is uncertain for December, and Judge Maxey granted the adjournment.
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the Woods National Bank
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William Aubrey
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WatersPierce case ends in Supreme Court
The WatersPiereren Oi community v Texas case closed today in the supreme court as H S Priest the state attorney for the corporation argued. The company seeks to avoid pen alty and receivership and the court will rule after several weeks with a likely dissent. Kinney Genstal Davidson departed for New York to view election returns.
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Fatal shooting shocks city at night in Waco incident
In a nighttime public safety incident in Waco on Nov 8 a Black man named Brown fatally injured a girl by striking her at a man and bullet, according to Fox reports. John Stuart and Wes Rot provided coverage as authorities investigated the event at Ouch Bird and Alinthar.
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Pocketbook found but money missing in loss incident
The pocketbook of Attorney Duval West, lost Saturday evening at the Sunset passenger station before he departed for Mexico, contained $199 in currency and several railroad passes. It was found this morning in the rear of a saloon on Rash Cow neyee street by Dudley Parrish and turned over to the police.
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Quiet Texas Town Has Voter Apathy in Local Election
In a calm election day in north Texas, voters show weak turnout and sparse campaigning. Partial results indicate Republican strength in some wards, while Democratic candidates face a lighter vote count than in July.
City and country precincts report large vote early
At 1 o clock, 2215 votes cast in the city and country precincts indicate turnout mirrors city figures. Early returns show strong participation across areas, with officials tracking results as voting progresses.
Vote concerns as Fort Sam Houston troops seek ballots
About 15 soldiers at Fort Sam Houston are unable to vote locally due to state restrictions. Officers arrange methods to receive returns by special wires tonight, while civil parades are suspended and officers’ club plans a large gathering to witness the ballot transmission.
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Texan at 83 Votes 20 Miles for Bryan
An elderly Texas resident aged 83 traveled about 20 miles to Peaspar to cast a vote for the Democratic presidential candidate. The article notes the first Buchan timeline dating back to 1844 and mentions Dentox and Vex with unclear details.
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Campaign heat rises as candidates clash at campaigns
Democratic contenders H B Hildebras and Joe Cassiano mix with Mason Williams while Lindsey Bud campaigns across multiple city precincts. Republican My Garza seeks support in the Fourth as precincts report slow voting and a tense race builds toward election day.
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H. B. Hildebras
Joe Cassiano
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Early Returns Hint at Heavy National Vote in 1904 Election
From coast to coast reports indicate a heavy turnout as voters press to cast ballots. Towns in Nebraska and Massachusetts show Bryan gains while party headquarters report slow mornings followed by surge as polls close. Local precincts in Fairview Avon and Norwell register early results with Bryan leading in several.
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Lamert
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Sette Qoacher
Real
Onion
Simpson
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Thad Smith Helng
Captain Smith
Dancan Mackay
Partiga
Early New York Voting Forecasts and Night Stock Action
New York voters opened polls at daybreak amid favorable weather while brokers planned to stay open all night to trade on London and New York markets. Tammany rush to vote early due to new registration rules, with upstate returns anticipated first and Erie County as a national indicator. Norman Mack and party leaders urged swift information from the polls as results began to come in.
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