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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1908
Page
4
The text notes Bailey campaigning with large crowds and strong county committee efforts to fund and organize primaries on May 2. It mentions Finley predicting Southern economic recovery and urges readers to declare support or opposition to Bailey. Postpaid subscriptions and insurer details appear amid political chatter.
Reports from across the state say anti Bailey supporters forced the primary on the Bailey side and refuse to share costs of holding the primary. The dispute highlights tensions within the party and funding disagreements over election expenses.
In 1887 the prohibition election showed 129,270 votes for prohibition and 230,627 against it, with an anti-majority of 91,357. The figures detail the statewide ballot outcome and total participation.
Mr Otto Henkhaus announces candidacy for public weigher of Precinct 3 Shiner in the democratic primary. He has served four years as public weigher and is praised as honest and experienced. Elsewhere, Chas Strauss seeks Constable of Precinct 8, noting his prior appointment and hustler work. voters urged to elect him.
Mr Geo W Wehmann issues notice in the Gazette as a candidate for Commissioner of precincts 8 and 7 under the Democratic primaries. He has served the county six years as commissioner and is described as a capable officer who will make a good official.
The Gazerra announces Robert I. Nixon of Gonzales as a candidate for District Attorney of the 25th Judicial District subject to Democratic primaries and respectfully solicits support.
The notice urges voters to remember Wehmann as a reliable public servant and to count on him during the upcoming election.
The Dryers note pleasant weather and a string of local social visits. Guests include Mr and Mrs E Brenar of Cheapside with C Schroeder family, Annie Niemeyer returning home, and Dr Blackwell of Hochheim making calls. Community activities include Lutheran Brethren services led by Pastor Wolfsdorf and a church gathering at J C Neighbors home.
Louis Wagener announces his candidacy for Commissioner of precincts 3 and 7 in the Gazette. He cites strong support from friends in Shiner and vicinity and cites his extensive business experience as preparation for the office.
Fragment references a county effort to obtain something and mentions a domestic primary. It urges the reader to remember him when voting. The readable text is brief and lacks concrete names or places.
Local notes report corn plowing and planting as the day’s order with corn a foot high yet damaged by May bugs forcing some replanting. Community names John G. Indorf, Lone Star Hall, Cheapside, Shiner, and local residents referenced in short social items.
The Cuero Record reports Conductor Bill Green may run for the Lavaca County legislature citing better pay in the railroad job. Green has announced and pledges to fill the bill, signaling a political bid.
Fort Worth judge C. K. Bell shifts against Senator J. W. Bailey following Bailey’s remark about the Campbells returning. The Moulton Eagle notes Bailey’s dig may have influenced Bell’s stance and changed the political mood.
On April 1 the government will appear on papers and refuse to admit to arrears at pound rates for subscribers over 12 months. If you are related to Judge D. E. Linquent, visit The Inquirer office before the date to square accounts, otherwise termination follows.
Wm Fahrensand of Weimar may locate in Shiner next year after renting from Wm Zander. A baby girl was born to John Stech. Fritz Onken will move to a farm near Nordheim next fall. Alma Granz of Houston visits her parents. Fritz and John Othold bought new buggies. F G Schmidt elected to teach Shiner School No 2 for the eighth term. Fritz Sander re‑elected trustee. The community hears of fishing and office plans as warm activity continues. The Bollweevil band played at Anton Roeder’s home.
A five day Mission and Educational Rally will begin Wednesday April 8 1903 at Yookum Baptist Church. All are cordially invited to attend.
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