Texas Rise As A Great American Commonwealth
A historical survey traces Texas from independence to statehood, noting the 1845 admission, vast size, diverse economy, and rapid growth. It highlights Texas Rangers, fence cutting wars, rail expansion, agriculture including cotton and cattle, oil booms at Beaumont, public education advances, and Galveston’s post disaster recovery. The piece cites population growth, industrial development, and major cities like San Antonio Fort Worth Houston Beaumont El Paso.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Texas
Hawaii
New Mexico
Mexico
Ags
Palo Alto
Resacy de la Palma
Rio Grande
Southwest
Rangers
Richard Coke
Leo
Maska
Beaumont
Union
Eloise
New York
Pennsylvania
Fexas
Mirabean Bo Fai
Austin
America
Galveston
Progress
Sanatonio
Fort Worth
Houston
Beatubont
el Paso
Notable Figures Shaping Texas History
Fragmented notes reference Robert De La Salle as a French explorer, Webber Margil as a Spanish priest founder of schools, Philip Nolan as a French taader and explorer and scholar, Augustus Magee as a soldier and leader, Sagaviel Kenpore and Alinene as soldiers and explorers, and a Croat trader linked to mission or trade efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Robert de la Salle
Webher Margil
Oh Sshols
St. Denis
Philip Nolan
Augustus Magee
Gllvaster
Sagaviel Kenpore
Sand
Temthony Croat
Gold Folks: Hostetter's Bitters Endorsed by Elderly
An aged reader from Claytonville Kansas praises Hostetter's Bitters for toned digestion and kidney support after years of faithful use. Grandfather John Harris claims the remedy contributed to his long life and ongoing health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Harris
Claytonville
Kas
Notable Texans and Veterans of the Texas Story
A roster listing Ellis P. Bean and Moses Austin among founders and volunteers, Texas revolutionary figures like Sam Houston and Santa Anna, early governors such as James Pinckney Henderson and Mirabeau B. Lamar, presidents including Anson Jones and Stephen F. Austin, and Confederate leaders like Albert Sidney Johnston and James S. Hogg, highlighting their roles in Texas history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellis P. Bean
Moses Austin
Stephen F. Austin
Texas
Sam Houston
Santa Anna
Mexico
Lorenzo de Zavalla
Gutierres
Herrera
Galveston Island
Martin de Leon
Hayden Edwards
Green DeWitt
James W. Fannin
James Bowie
David Crockett
William Travis
Alamo
Don Milam
Erastus
Deaf) Smith
Henry Smith
David G. Burnett
Mirabeau B. Lamar
Anson Jones
James Pinckney Henderson
Zachary Taylor
United States
Thomas J. Rusk
H. H. Sibley
John Magruder
K. Kirby Smith
Albert Sidney Johnston
John B. Hood
Ben McCulloch
One Minute Cough Cure Endorsed by Evangelist James Kirkman
Evangelist James Kirkman of Belle River Indiana praises One Minute Cough Cure for bronchial lung troubles and mala rial symptoms. He claims immediate relief from coughs colds and all throat and lung ailments and says it is safe pleasant and a favorite with children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Irkman
Evangelist
Belle River
James Clavin
C. Schasse
Wm, Appmann
Crooked Creek Citations In A Country Town
A humorous local column recounts odd town incidents including a broken Taney pitton used as a Christmas gift, a horse causing damage by hoofing a spittoon, a missing hat later found in wash to the basket, and neighbors weighing a traveling man with wings and a halo. The piece mixes gossip with petty misadventures and light mockery.
Quips and Anecdotes From a Small Town Page
The column collects jests and vignettes about neighbors and daily life. It lampoons almanac distrust, family quarrels, odd habits, amateur shows, and local chatter with wry humor and observational color. It notes lingering jealously, hypocrisy, and town talk as a slice of everyday life.
Doctor King’s New Discovery Saves Woman With Lung Disease
L. G. Overstreet of Elgin Tennessee recalls his wife’s cough nearly collapsing her lungs. Doctors said she was beyond help until a friend recommended Dr. King’s New Discovery. The medicine is guaranteed for coughs colds bronchitis asthma and throat and lung diseases. Available 50 cents and 1.00 at F Kalteyer Sons and Geo F Schmidt Adolph Dreiss druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. G. Overstreet
Elgin, Tenn
F. Kalteyer & Sons
Geo
F. Sehmidt
Adolph — Dreiss
Publicity Value in New York Campaign Tactics
The piece notes Tammany Hall's highly organized political machine with unprecedented funding and aggressive advertising, claiming mass display on walls and public spaces while lacking a single newspaper to oppose its cause. It highlights the intense municipal campaign and the strategic use of advertisements across the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SeroXetouio
Texas
United States
New England
New York
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Naware
Maryland
Virginia
Chicage
Panhandle
Gulf Coast
Tammany Hall
Mose Perfect
Unclear Reform Debate Amid Political Tension
Fragmentary text describes a heated political scene in New York, referencing a large Democratic majority and opposition figures. Mentions of visa, bloc, and overthrow hints at partisan power struggles and policy clashes stirring public interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Whelaing
Psion Bloket
Ambihe
Patmoiny Allan
Hormel
Suel
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San Antonio Female College
West End
Decemi ST
Shayeast
J.B. Garrison
Chicago
DRS. Webster & Curry
Office Hicks Building
H. Becker
Houston St Jeweler
East Houston Street
The
Michael Loan Co
Soledad Street
Pischerros
West Commerce Street
Paniasess
Matthies Brothers
Houston Street
Fulton Market
Henry Limburger, Jr
Soledad
Houston Sts
W. G. Wagner
Seal ‘and
San Marcos Sts
New
San Antonio Gas and Electric Co
Houston St
el Paso Herald and Light
Pearson's
Texas Republic
Tyler
Overland Mail
San Antonio
San Diego
California
Brazos de Santiago
Texas Rangers
Ately
Civ
Texan
Wien
United
Gold Folks
Hostetter
Joseph D. Sayers
Charles A. Culberson
Joseph W. Bailey
U. S
Crooked Creek
BY Alex Miller
Ina Country Town
Ayeek
Ahev
Brine
Ao Uian
Tom
Lituleva
Tony
Imber
Jerry
Sharpson
Felice
Shertone
Elot Blinks
Menger Hotel
McLean
Mahncke Hotel
St. Mary Streets
L. Mahmgke
Elite Hotel
Ernest Sanner, Prop
Southern Hotel
Main Plaza
J. Loustaunau & P
Bergeron Props
Bexar Hotel
Amon Barnes
H. B. Kincaid
Laclede
Commerce Street
Tex. American
George D. Hodges
Prop
Mgr
Scholz Palm Garden Restaurant
Warmbold
Commerce ST
J. J. Olsen & Son
Aransas Pass
Wood Yard
Wight
Texas Cash Liquor House
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