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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1899
Page
4
The Shiner paper notes LaGrance backing a cotton factory and Tyler pursuing a cotton mill as the town keeps up with industry growth. It mentions British relief efforts at Kimberly, Modder River losses, and a New York cotton market dip. Local crime reports include Dr G A Lankford shot by wife near Houston last Thanksgiving Eve.
The Herald states it would gladly claim Hon. Friend Simpson as a citizen but maintains his citizenship of Right belongs to the neighboring county. The piece questions whether he will announce as a Senate candidate from that same region and notes uncertainty in the nomination.
The Halletsville Herald notes that his election would be assured and would grant a wider arena for the exercise of the statesman like qualities he possesses in eminent degree.
London reports silence from the war office as families await Lord Methuen’s casualty list. Supposed reinforcements to Methuen and Denar suggest tense lines while Pietermaritzburg supply issues delay Natal advance. Lieutenant General Sir Charles Mankfield Clark, named Sixth division commander, is noted for extensive service and high staff roles.
In biliousness HFRBINE expels bile and acids to improve digestion purify the blood and strengthen the body. Price 50 cents. For sale by Aug Grave.
Death report from Nickel Texas details Miss Lula Bailey 41 years old taking her own life at home after a year of family losses. Her death followed the earlier passings of her father James Bailey and sister in law Mrs. C Bailey, with a young nephew also dying soon after. The community notes profound grief and prays for comfort for the bereaved family.
London dispatch reports Ladysmith heavily bombarded by Boer forces. At Modder River battle, Lt Loig of the Second Yorkshires is killed and multiple officers wounded including Captain Ven Huge Major Otley and Lieutenants Baker Carr Neilson.
The country press notes Texas agitation for cotton mills as the biggest this town has seen and predicts lasting impact. Victoria Advocate argues momentum may yield state gains, while Galveston News cites industrial progress from cattle and hides to mills, suggesting factories will arrive before the speaker ages.
The Blackbird alias Ellia Mischer was sentenced by Judge M Kwon at Seguin after a rape of Rosa Macha occurred months earlier. The execution is set for Monday January 12, 1900, with the hanging to take place at Seguin.
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