Turbulent Times Echo in Local Notices and Global War Color
The item mix notes World War I developments with Chinese and Philippine context, mentions General Cuarree with 8000 additional American troops at Waku and Pekin’s forward move. It cites The Galveston Tribune on Republic or Empire stakes and reports a busy political scene in Lavaca county and Gonzales county. Local notices refer to publishing, theft, and public interest at Eagle Lake.
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Geneval Cuarree
Waku
Pekin
China in Turmoil as Allies Prepare Advance on Pekin
The past week brought little change in Pekin where ministers and legations remain shrouded in mystery. Li Hung Chang and the viceroys insist ministers are safe, but powers doubt it. Li Ming Chang nears Shanghai en route to Pekin, yet allies plan to move within a week, threatening slaughter if attacked. Troops and ships rush to Taku and Tianjin as pressure mounts. The German Emperor seeks full satisfaction for Baron von Ketteler’s murder, heightening scrutiny of China and its rulers.
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China
Pekin
Sill
Li Hung Chang
Li Ming Chang
Shanghai
Taku
Tien Tein
Baron von Ketteler
Death of ex sheriff Jno F Houchins in San Antonio
Ex sheriff Jno F Houchins of Hallettsville died in San Antonio early Friday while undergoing medical treatment. His remains will be shipped from San Antonio to Yoakum for burial in Hallettsville at 5 p m. The Yoakum Times extends sympathy to his widow and relatives.
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Jno. F. Houchins
Halletaville
San Antonio
Halletsville
Youkum Times
Missionaries massacred in Pao Ting Fu report alleged
Washington says spies are in Pekin awaiting a report and ministers may be alive or held as hostages. Allied command disputes stir powers as Shanghai reports unsettled conditions and foreign concerns rise.
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Washington
Pekin
Pao Ting Fu
Sheng
Shanghai
Caid
Ao Thevng Fc
Dew el Barciga
Lavaca Tax Collector Race Favored by Bennett
The Gazette editor voices support for Democratic nominee B Bennett while criticizing E O Meitzen for being misled by friends. The piece says Meitzen cannot win the Lavaca tax collector election and warns of future trouble from his attempt.
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Nivel Ember
Gazette
Meitzen
8.L. Bennett
Lavaca County
Explosion at Waco plant kills fireman and injures others
A blast at the Waco Ice and Refrigerating Company plant killed Henry Mercer, a Black fireman, and badly wrecked the plant. Two other workers were seriously injured. Engineer Henry Bush was in the well but suffered only minor bruises. Property damage runs to at least $50,000.
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Waco Ice and Refrigerating Company
Henry Mercer
Henry Bush
Heart Disease Dangers and Cure Promises
A damaged ad-like passage touts heart disease dangers and claims a product named Heart Cure can help. It cites a testimonial from Mrs. BuaToa of Wisconsin who reports improvement after using the remedy and regaining ability to perform housework.
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Brea
BuaToa Ag Mo
Cyistse
Mimcniad Fm
Land for sale in Karnes County near Kenedy Junction
Land parcels of 160 acres priced from 800 to 1200 dollars per acre. location described as five miles north of Kenedy Junction and twelve miles from Karnes City in Karnes County. For more details contact Win PF, Kook Shiserlor FLO Sentel, "shaut.
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Hooo
Karnes County
Kenedy Junction
Karnes City
Kook Shiserlor
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