Brenham Banner-Press (Brenham, Tex.), Vol. 45, No. 78, Ed. 1 Wednesday, June 27, 1928 Page: 1 of 4
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BRENHAM, TEXAS,
SMITH BE NOMINA
D ON FIRST BALLOT
States Now Fight For
and
and
BACK FROM CONVENTION
both
on
will be
NOTICE, BUSINESS WOMEN
and
and
a wrong.
you tee
Det riot,
will be
of hi* can-
inied by hi*
young lady
the daughter
F. Eisenbeiser
been
call*
Congress,
the New
phenome-
national
SEATING CONTESTS
ARE ENDED; BOWERS
ATTACKS THE G 0 P
WHO WILL PRESENT
NAME OF JONES IS
WORRYING TEXANS
TORNADO STRIKES
SALT CREEK FIELD
DAMAGE IS HEAVY
Johnson and
act as flower
two crucial
the Demo-
in the hit-
women of
as result of an
suicide here to-
N el son shot and
then committed
ATTENDS LETTER CARRIERS
BANQUET AT HOUSTON
MEMBER ITALIA
CREW KILLED AS
Fast
Thursda
thunder
or tonight
near east
West*
Thursd#
❖ ❖
of Jefferson and the fighting spirit al
Jackson.
sen to “point with pride and
with alarm" at the national D«*
ic convention was settled that
by acclamation.
They had not expected the
BIG UM MURPHY
STORMIEST LABOR
. LEADER IS KILLED
MIKE HOGG DOES
NOT DESIRE TO BE
NAMED SPEAKER
Austin.
Mrs. Katheryn
Mich., cousin' of
matron of honor.
ncr,
Tis your department store, I’m told
That’s pleasina vou and makinr cold.
LIGHTNING STRIKES
AND SETS FIRE TO
A HUGE OIL TANK
and Business
hold a business
evening at 8
MAN AND WOMAN
MURDER-SUICIDE
AT HUGO, OKLA
(United PreSs Report)
Chicago, June 27.—Big Tim
phy, one of the stormiest labor
recent American history,
Department
barbecue at
this evening,
department
hand. This is
Robinson Of Arkansas
Is Elected JPerjnanfnt
the delegation chairman to present
the nominee. Gov. Moody asserted he
presumed Jones wouM select the
man to formally present his name.
Miller will be ring
bearer and Mercedes
Dorothy Miliron, will
girls.
Miss Eisenbeiser is
of Mr. and Mrs. E.
and the bride-groom-to-be is the son
of Mr. and Mrs. C. Klaerner.—Aus-
tin American.
FIREMEN’S BARBECUE
TONIGHT
Mur-
lead-
ers in recent American history, was
assassinated by gangsters last night.
His career led from the stock yards
and saloon te a place of vast power
and -influence. *Jfle died fropj machine
fire to
Magnolia
their well:
Mrs. Edith E. Wilmans, candidate
for governor of Texas, was in Bren-
ham today d'stributing literature and
meeting voters. She declares that she
will be the next governor of Texas,
and that Moody, has not a chance..
(United Press Report)
• Casper, June 27.—A tornado which
struck the Salt Creek Oil field late
yesterday damaged property estimat-
ed at $500,000. Over a hundred and
twenty-five derricks wet*e wrecked,
two gas plants and one pumping plant
demolished, and one person injured.
Capt. E. A. Gajeske, state vice-
president of the Texas Letter Carriers
Association, has 'gone to Houston tp
attend a banquet. given by the Hous-
ton Letter Carriers in honor of Ed-
ward Gainor, the national president,
who is. in Houston attending the na-
tional democratic convention.
27.—Lightning struck
55,000 barrel oil tank
Petroleum Com-
and tank farm
The loss is
An attempt is
Rhymes that gave the clues to the
hunters follow, with the answer*
below:
(United Press Report)
Mrs. Joe Palmer,
a local hardware com-
Nelsori, former Hugo
dead
and
Messrs. Joe Beckheyer,
Schoedel,
Brenham;
Stark and
paign.
Claude G. Bowers, once an Indiana
editor and camjid^te fc
now an editorial writer
York Evening World is
non among keynoters
conventions. Usually the political par-
ties choose for their temporary chair-
nvin, to make the keynote speech of
i national convention, a man who is
in the thick of the political fray, most
frequently a man holding public - of-
Mexia. June
and set
of the
This business bea(s a name of fame
To wash in ton-s is a laundry’*
game.
—3—
Our gallant youths and maidens fair
Reign here a day in royal air.
For beauty fair and beauty rare
You’ll find a Saint not far from there.
A tower built of wood and steel
They drill for oil—a water yield.
A three-story building safe
strong
Built for the weak—who do
—7—
A plant you know—a plant
Its products add to a ladies
E. A. Eversberg, past president of
•he Brenham Rotary Club, has re-
turned from Minneapolis, where he
attended the great convention of Ro-
‘arv International as a delegate from
his c ub. lie returned via Chicago,
and reports a most interesting trip
•any
near here this morning.
■stimated at $90,000.
being made to prevent-the fire spread
;ng to nearby tanks.
(United Pres* Reoort)
Houston, June 27.—Having voted
unanimously to present the name of
Jesse Jones to the Democratic con-
vention as a presidential candidate,
the Texas delegation is having
trouble in deciding who will present
Jones’ name.
(United Press Report)
Rome, June 27.—One member of
the Italia crew was killed when the
craft crashed l^ty 25, Nobile advised
today. He also made the dishearten-
ing report that men who floated away
with the balloon- Hight perished short-
ly after. Vincenzo Pomella, engine-
man, was killed and was buried on
the island with full honors.
United Press Report
Houston, June 27.—E. Lamar
of Raymondville/ Texas, has
appointed to keep tally of roll
during balloting at the convention.
But Claude G. Bowers ha* not par-
ticipated actively in a political cam-
paign for eleven years, since he left
his post as secretary to Senator John
Worth Kern of Indiana. He was de-
feated in a- race for Congress 14 years
ago. but today leads off the biggest
battle hi* party has faced for years.
The women of the party may be
said to have started it. Since Bowers
left active political life, he ha* devoted
much of his time to research into the
history and principles of his party.
Out of his study, he wrote two books,
‘Party Battle* of the Jackson Period,’'
and “Jefferson and Hamilton,” in
which he revitalized those
periods in the history of
cratic party and their part
tory of the country. The
adopted those
in their cam-
the party promptly
volume* as’textbooks
naign school*.*'
Somebody who had
to enthusiasm by these
vested
at the
ington
crats.
Egg*, 19c
Hens, 12 and 13 ct*.
Fryers. Leghorns
stock, 18c.
Fryers, Plymouth
Island Reds, 22c
Fryers over 3 lbs.
Ducks, 10c.
Old Rooster, Sc.
Butter, 20c to 40c.
Butter fat, first grade, 38c.
Butter fat, second grade, 33c,
COTTON
Good middling. 21.85
—Strict middling, 21.75
Middling, 21.50
Strict low middling, 21.00
Ix>w middling, 20.50
Cotton seed. $35 JO
Cotton seed hulli,
Cotton seed meal,
»ack.
(United Pres* Report)
Houston, June 27.—All seating con-
tests ended early today by the cre-
dentials committee which seated all
delegates and placed the temporary
roll call by the National committee.
Last night a thunder and rain stortg
threatened, tq stop the session.
r‘' GkwKk’-Bwwrs’' stirred the^wtsdieiKt
with his keynote speech, attacking the
Republican administration.
Bowers, a slight man drawn from
the anonymity of an editorial writer’s
office and the quiet of ' a scholar’s
Study stepped into the spotlight of a
national political convention stod the.
W. E. James of Travis County,
candidate for state superinteftd«Qt of
public instruction, was in Brenham*
Tuesday in the interests
didacy. He zwas accompt
daughter and another
who assisted him in distributing cam-
paign literature. Mr. James is a prac-
tical school man who has taught far
many years and was connected with
State Department of Education
four years. He distributed fold-
containing a brief statement of
platform.
Bruce Keemer, chairman of the credentials committee,
was recognized and submitted his.contests from Pennsylva-
nia, Louisiana, District of Columbia, and Canal Zone deleg"-
tions. The majority report was adopted by the convention.
Senator Joseph Robinson of Arkansas was elected per-
manent chairman, and a special committee went on the floor
to escort him to the platform. He was greeted with an out-
burst of applause. He spoke firmly and clearly. He asserted
there need be little fear of repeal or modification of the Eigh-
teenth Amendment, and sounded a blast against Republican
corruption. He also made an economic plea for equality of
agriculture.
And oft our
A stand we
make
To watch a
Hugo, June 27.
bookkeeper for
pany and John
policeman, are
alleged murder
day. Police believe
killed Mrs. Palmer,
suicide. Both were married.
SPEAKER’S STAND IN CONVENTION HALL
Brenham; Arthur
Eddie Peschke,
James Long will
‘Memorial”—a loving plan
io immortalize a mortal man
gow from the pulpit a preacher tells
vf scriptures old true magic spells.
To music’s charm we all adhera
county folks gather here.
-10-
take and a grand stand
The Professional
Women’s Club will
meeting Thursday
o’clock. All members are urged to at.
tend and bring their dues. —
VISITOR HONORED
A most enjoyable afternoon was
spent at the hospitable home of Mr.
and Mrs. Arthur Niebuhr on Tues-
day, honoring Mr. George E. Draeg-
er, of Seguin, Texas. De icious re-
freshments, consisting of punch and
cake were served.
"Schoedel, Brenham; Mi'S*
Duesterhoeft, Miss Anna
Miss Ione Bohls and Miss
Stark of*Austin.
A Klaerner of San Antonio
man to his brother, and Hel
Zuch of Austin will be grooms-
for puftiriglum over
Opposition candidate, are .till in the field only nominal-
y. a, no one doubt. Smith will be nominated on the tint Uh
lot, which will probably be taken Thursday night
, J?!‘io’cIn^iLana’ and Oklahoma are among those’desiring to
lead the Smith stampede. Smiths name will first be placed in
nomination tonight in a speech bjfcranklin D; Roosevelt Ha
will start the first Smith demonstration as leaders will hold
silence among their followers.
'ntxt regular meetmi
of the Brenham Rotary Club.
Convention Chairman
.... —--
(.United Press Report)
Houston, June 27.—The convention fcras formally called
to order at eleven forty-five a. m. Rev. George Gilmour of
Houston offered the morning invocation.
R. Vyse of
the bride,
Miss Clara Klaer.
sister of the'bridegroom, will be
Of honor.
Bertha
Luthy,
Irene
WEATHER
•Texas — To-night
| mostly cloudy, local
owers this afternoon
i in north portion and
•coast.
Texas—To-night
partly cloudy.
a > ♦ ♦ ♦ 4 ♦ ♦ ♦
||^^ntil the treasury w«s locatgjd^
The following rhymes, arranged by
Mrs. Hacker showed the places
where next to seek for the treasure,
and when one spot was located there
was a wild scramble for the next.
make-An official report of .the con-i _____ <- *• - - ... ,u-
ration ^FtSr^xt regular meeting’ w^^^Hotel. long associated
with west- side gambling, was shot to
death-from his hotel today. His death
is linked with that of Murphy, both
were known to be close associates.
The car, occupied by Miss Pauline
Davidson of Victoria and Henry
Winkehnann, Mia* Mabqj Wilkin and
R. F. Wheeless, arrived first at the
final place indicated and found the
treasure, a pot of gold, (that is, some
pieces of cash) way out in the lake
at the Gun and Rod Club. Refresh-
ments were served in the club house.
battle for pleasure sake.
And now your chase of clues is done
And some must lose when some’
have won.
And by a fire place we will meet,
10 celebrate this great defeat
T.. . —12—
* his t* * home built for you,
best
muth
jnan.
The
fred
May,
Frank
seat^thc guests.
Walter Herman
The Brenham Fire
will enjoy a chicken
Firemen’s Park at 6:30
and all member* of the
•re expected- be on
strictly a stag affair for lhe f,r*rnr .
and a few invited guest*. With tbri
>*ity Barnhill Brother
1 100 Travi* Qub afaar*
Department for the bar
................... ■*' ■ ...........
(AY, JUNE’27, 1928
1. Winketmann’*, Inc.
2 Washington Hotel
3 Pavilion at Firemen’* Park
St. Anthony Beauty Parlor
5 Artesian witter well
6 The cofinty jail
7 Ice plant
’• Giddings Memorial Metis
United I rest Report
Houston, June 27.—Mike Hogg,
son of former Governor Hogg, today
positively declined to permit his
name to be put up a* speaker of the
House of Representative*. Hogg sug-
gested W. R. Montgomery, of Edin-
burg, who is expected to be endorsed
at a caucaus of House members here
tonight
themptaie in the interests,, of her
dida<?y, and sjfkr.-*^**1** greatly en- Democrats for the Presidential Cam
couraged by her reception at differ-
ent places.
TREASURE HUNT PLANS FOR WEDDING
A very unique entertainment, prob- Wednesday at 8 p. m. in St Mar
- aHy tht> first of Iriad ever -ctSgcd -tui's
in Brenham, was enjoyed by a crowd the time and .place selected for the
of young people who seem to enjoy marriage of Paul Klaerner and Miss
something very strenuous in the way; Emma Louise Eisenbeiser,
of having a good time. About eight-
teen cars occupied by “treasure seek-
ers" assembled at the home of May-
or and Mrs. A. A. Hacker Saturday
evening and from there started on-
-the “Treasure--Hunt/’—the - object, be-
been aroused
books sug-
that Bower* be asked to speak
Jackson Day dinner in Wash-
fhis spring, when the Demo-
torn asunder by the Madison
Square Garden disaster four years
ago. attempted the difficult job of re-
uniting the sundered party in * har-
mony fast.
Bowers did the job. A few of those
who bought tickets to -the dinner
knew when they saw hi* name on the
program that he had written some
book* about Jackson and Jefferson,
<Wtvo-p.;,Gn Mints-af- tha-party.- Ult
A* Will Roger* said when he ad- then I
dressed the same dinner. “The rest of contet
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Robertson, Ruby. Brenham Banner-Press (Brenham, Tex.), Vol. 45, No. 78, Ed. 1 Wednesday, June 27, 1928, newspaper, June 27, 1928; Brenham, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1179675/m1/1/?q=waco+tornado: accessed July 16, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library.