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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1920
Page
4
Notice to readers that no notices or news items can be received for the Gazette after Tuesday noon. Advertisers and correspondents are urged to note this deadline for future issue submissions.
After twenty two ballots the Democratic National Convention adjourned at midnight with no nominee in sight. Cox led with 480 votes followed by McAdoo 3724 and Palmer 1064 as Georgia swung its 28 votes away from McAdoo to test a dark horse. No clear candidate emerged by dawn.
A short, pointed remark on how women's clothing choices influence perceptions of decency, contrasting when women go out versus stay in. The tone is moralistic and reflective on social standards.
Subject to the action of the democratic primaries in July 1920 the article outlines anticipated party movements and candidate selections. It notes the procedural stage and potential implications for the forthcoming election cycle without detailing individual names.
The report covers the Democratic National Convention in San Francisco with ongoing balloting among McAdoo, Palmer, Cox, and others, Bryan's four proffered planks rejected, and a note on the platform’s reception. It also details Anton Pollak of Shiner charged with assault to murder after attempting to shoot his wife, plus local notices urging flour quality and a Cuero Record backed rat-catchers campaign.
In New Orleans on June 28 the Very Rev. Albert Antoine dismissed sensational reports that he halted a wedding due to the bridal party’s attire. He said the stories were an irresponsible invention and that the bridesmaids wore decollete gowns only after he asked them to veil. The ceremony proceeded without delay.
O W Miller offers to trade 2 1 2 fine blocks of land in East End for an improved property.
D C Daniel resigns as general manager of the Shiner Oil Mill after 24 years with the company citing his wife Mrs Daniels health. The mill has paid dividends despite hard seasons and the capital stock has grown from 28000 to 60000 with substantial improvements. Daniel moves to Alice with strong business references from Shiner Oil Mill.
A note on thrifty dress care notes that worn garments can be cleaned and dyed to extend wear in ladies wear including coats skirts waists and overcoats. W Schindler advertises prompt service at nominal prices with a social gossip line about a clothing card selling for 22.50 after previously 75, observed by reporters in Gotham and Heming chronicle mentions.
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