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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1920
Page
4
The Galveston-Dallas News endorses a preferential primary and calls the open shop a minor issue. It asserts Bailey’s capability to make Texas a good governor and notes its fairness in publishing his speeches across the state.
A notice warns that no news matter can be received for insertion in the current issue after Tuesday noon. The Gazette urges timely submissions for upcoming editions.
The American Party held their county convention in Halsettsville last Saturday and nominated candidates for all county offices. Spot cotton in Galveston last Saturday stood at 37.50, suggesting crop prospects influence prices.
New crop apples plums pears and grapes appear on the Galveston market as organizers hope ample supply will ease prices for the poor. Local traders note fruit availability and potential relief for families facing hard times this season.
The Galveston area is shaken by ongoing strikes as five cavalry troops totaling about 150 men are sent in. Officials anticipate the open shop movement gaining ground despite the unrest.
Candidate Joe Bailey sues for damages claiming libelous matter published during the late campaign. The Post and the News may follow with similar actions.
The Houston Post runs two wide columns daily against ex-Senator Bailey while the Galveston Dallas News prints about one column daily. The piece questions who funds the sustained attack and suggests possible sponsors.
City Commissioners of Galvegton file injunc tion suit against Governor Hobby and General Wolters to force withdrawal of martial law in the city. Case to be heard by Judge Street. The Mayor did not join the suit.
Senator Harding declares that Americans may quit their jobs as they may seek new employment. Governor Cox adds that both capital and labor should follow the golden rule and be dealt with justly and evenly.
Neither candidate for president favors an unrestricted league. both want constitutional safeguards and ratification of the peace treaty first. Governor Cox says two reservations are prepared while Senator HardingS pledges a League to keep the nation free from menacing involvement.
The Houston Post grows harsher toward Bailey after his primary victory and faces pushback as editors accuse overreach. Readers report bias backfires, helping Bailey gain supporters who previously opposed him. The public will decide the winner regardless of editorial stance.
Pastor W. M. Anderson of the Presbyterian Church of Dallas praises thrift as a virtue and urges the congregation to save money through thrift and War Savings Stamps. He ties frugality to happiness and church support, recalling thrift lessons from his boyhood.
The ginners announce they will not gin cotton on credit in the future due to expenses and past losses. They will not bale over 600 pounds, and any bale over that weight will incur an 8 cent per pound surcharge in addition to the regular fee. They forbid mispacking or plating of cotton and refuse to gin for anyone who requests plating.
The Houston Chronicle reports Thomason supporters will back Bailey in the August 28 runoff. R M Dudley of El Paso, Thomason campaign manager, shifts to Bailey, while Adrian Pool J H Dial and Lowry also offer Thomason staff services to Bailey. Thomason opposed Neffs Land Plank, labeling it socialist and wrong. Neff declared he would not support Thomason, reducing Birney endorsements.
The Houston Chronicle reports religious factions influencing politics as Bailey Looney and Thomason accuse Baptists of backing Neff for Governor. If Neff wins August, a Baptist governor could follow Hobby’s Methodist tenure. The piece notes union opposition to Bailey and hints at tax considerations for churches. Yorktown News advertises stock for fair trade and prospects for buyers. Democratic nominees are unsettled by American Party nominations for county offices, yet the Democratic Party remains dominant.
The Shiner Local No. 1908 met last Saturday at City Hall with a large crowd, bringing total membership to 103. Eighteen new members joined as cotton prices and co operation with surrounding counties were discussed, urging members not to sell seed at current low prices and to hold good grade cotton until demand improves.
Cotton growers are cautioned to pick only mature cotton as green or wet bales reduce grade and value by about 50 dollars per bale. A surplus of low grade cotton exists with no market. Purchases will be strictly by class and staple, with a licensed classer stationed at Shiner to ensure proper classing. Shiner Commercial Club.
Bailey supporters in Temple Texas report a Dallas campaign office promise to bring former senator and current governor candidate to speak on August 16 or 18 with date to be announced. It marks his first Temple public appearance since 1869 campaign days.
Dr. George W. Truett of the First Baptist Church of Dallas declares thrift a Christian virtue. Writing from Europe where he attends a conference on post war religious work, he urges buying War Savings Stamps and Treasury Savings Certificates to gain financial security and enable broader Gospel efforts.
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