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Tkwwlty Morning, Aug. 21,1884.
Tw Fort Worth Gazette is in
the Hafids of the sheriff and it treats
the nlittcr as a good joke.
Looan, the tail of the Bopubli-
tieket has been received with an
ovation at every point visited by
him in New York 8tatc.
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Thk Missouri prohibitionists
held a convention at Sedalia on
Tuesday and put a fall state ticket
in the field.
J. G. Tracy, United States Mar-
shal for the Eastern District of
Texas, made himself supremely
ridiculous by interrupting Gover-
nor Hubbard while lie was address-
ing the convention.
Thk San Antonio and Aransas
Pass railway company lias been
organized by the election of Col.
Augustus Belknap as president.
The Express has every confidence
in the success of the undertaking.
A gano of eighty trampj; took
possession of the town ot C'assel-
ton, D. T., the other day, drove
families out of their homos and
committed excesses. Four of the
birds of passage were captured by
the shorifl'; the others escaped.
The Republicans of Iho Tenth
congressional district will hold a
nominating convention at Ban An-
tonio, September 10. It is stated
that United States Marshal Hal
Gosling and Judge Hector will be
before the convention.
The Dallas Herald wants the
Blaino scandal story investigated
to the very bed rock and Iho bot-
tom facts made public. It sincore-
ly hopos that the character of Mrs.
Blaino will be vindicated; but if
not the country should know it.
Rush H. Twis, a society man of
St. Louis, who some two years ago
figured in a scandal and shot a man
who was walking with his wife,
suicided at his residence in that
city by shooting himself through
the head with a pistol.
A locomotive has been remod-
eled by* the New York Central
road to make a run of 150 miles
without stopping to oil up or take
water. Water is scooped up from
troughs on the track without slack-
ing the speed of the engine.
A new shotgun is now in the
market that can be fired six times
in throe seconds without rcmov.
ing it from the shoulder. It is
called the flock gun, becauso an
expert can kill the wholo flock be-
fore they fly away.
Judge Rector, prospective Re-
publican candidate for congress in
the 10th dfstrict says, "the air is
full of victory for the Republican I platforms on this issue as entirely
party." The Bastrop ^Advertiser satisfactory to them. The Demo
Cl#VELANffS ACGEPTAXCB.
Governor Cleveland's letter of
acceptance is now before the coun-
try; it is in strange contrast with
the same document from Blaine
and is only about one-third as
long. It is a plain straightfor-
ward and statosmanlike docujnent
and has the truo Democratic ring.
Mr. Cleveland believes in a gov-
ernmentof the people, and not like
Blaino in the government govern-
ing the people. He thinks there
should be a constitutional amend-
ment disqualifying the present
from re-election. He regards pub-
lic officials as servants of the peo-
ple and says: "The people pay
the wages of the public employes,
and they are entitled to fair and
honest work which the money
thus paid should command. It is
the duty of those entrusted with
the management of their affairs to
sec that such public service is
forthcoming." He endorses the
Chicago platform. He is opposed
to the enactment of sumptuary laws
and in favor of the fullest liberty
that is consistent with good citi-
zenship and the public welfare.
To the working man the fullest
protection should be given; a
proper regard for his welfare be-
ing inseparably connected with the
integrity of our constitution. In a
free country the curtailment of the
absolute right* of the individual
should only be such as is ossential
to tho peace and good order of tbe
community. The entire document
breathes the true spirit of Demo-
cracy and it is one that can be
heartily endorsed by every man
who favors a pure and simple gov-
ernment conducted for the general
good of tho pooplo and not in the
interest of any class or clique.
A FA VORBLE'OUTLOOK.
The Now Orleans Times-Demo-
crat of Snnday in a careful review
of the Presidential Campaign finds
that the Republicans arc steadily
and surely loosing ground; that
Iowa, heretofore rogarded as the
strongest Republican state is fair-
ly classed as among the doubtful.
In 1880 tho Republican majority
was 45,732, and in 1882 it was ro-
duced to 6064. The state will also
be affected by the prohibition
movement, which is a Republican
measure and as many as 30,000 de-
serters from the Republican ranks
arc counted on. The Cincinnati
Gazette warms its readers against
betting on Elaine's majority in
Ohio. There will be no majority
there at all if the Prohibitionists
get a quarter of the vote they claim,
30,000; and the same is true of II
linois. The Times-Democrat says
the Republican press had been pre
dieting dissatisfaction in Louisiana
over the tariff question, but it
seems to be dying out of the cam-
paign, for the planter and all in
tercsted in the tariff accept the
Democratic state and Nationa
political weather guage tells a diff-
erent story.
The Colorado Clipper says Dallas
is a fine field lor some enterprising
Journalist, having no material in
the newspaper line to reflect its
importance or add to its prosperi-
ty. We wonder why the Clipper
does not sail over to Dallas and
show the people there what a news-
paper is aiuThow it should be run.
The San Aantonio Express asks
a suspension of public opinion in
Bayers' case until it finds out just
what bis position is. It is afraid
Sayera has substituted tho Morri
son bill for the National platform.
Present indications point to the
election of'Sayers even if the Ex-
press does finally oppose him.
crats have not yet begun tho cam
paign, have dono nothing whatever
leaving tho field entirely to the Re-
publicans, and yet during an en-
tire week of great activity they
have gained nothing, have secured
no converts, and have actually lost
ground. If the Republican cam
paign is managed in this way there
is little need ot tho Democrats do-
ing any work whatever. This may
he so, but we differ with the Times-
Democrat. Tho Republicans aro
wide-awake and aro constantly on
the alert; the issue is one of life or
death to their party and it bchoovos
the Democrats in the doubtful
states to put forth their strongest
endeavors to defeat tho Republi
cans.
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The first day of the State con-
vention at Houston was consumed
in effecting a prelininary organic
zation. While differences of opin-
ion exist there seems to be a dis-
position to conciliate. The body
is a representative one; every
county seems to have sent her
most favorite sons, and it is folly
to assert that it is in the hands of
the machine. Ireland's friends are
working hard for him while the
opposition is doing all it can
against him.
II Every smoker should use "Lit-
tle Joker."
To the Republicans of the Twelfth
Senatorial District.
Burton, Washington county,
August 16,1884.—If you remember
1 published a piece in the Brenham
Banner some time ago, in which I
charged there was certain men in
the Republican ranks who wore
only there to heat all the colored
men out of all tho offices they
could, and to secure them for them-
selves. Some of them said that
this was not true; that they were
there to build up the race. Let us
see if this is true. Who was in
the last Brenham convention as
delegates on the whito side of the
house, and also who were they
anyway?—only ten men, and they
were office-seekers. Was any Ger-
mans in that convention; no, there
was not one there as a delegate;
still it is said that the Germans arc
with us. Who run the convention?
One Billy Green, of Btllville, Aus-
tin county. How did he run it?"
With beer, "ice water." cigars and
his money. What was this for?
To secure the nomination of a col-
ored man for the senate—no, but
to secure it for himself as was the
result. If this be true then my
words are true which charge that
they are only there to get all the
offices. Now you may watch them
from now on, and you will see of-
fice-seekers in our conventions do-
ing all they can to keep the black
man out. What more harm could
Democrats do the race than this—-
that is to say, we must do all the
voting and them fellows hold all
the offices.
Look out in our next county
convention and sec who will get
the nomination for theoffices; also
see who will be the delegates to
that convention, and who will have
the beer, ice water and cigars on
board that day. So as we can all
see that there remains nothing for
us to do, but to vote for white
men. So I think that we may not
say any more about republican
friends, but vote for the nest men
in the field, for sooner or later we
will have it to do, and why not
now, this year, begin? Our white
Republicans hold all the offices
they can get from us, and the
Democrats go on Our bonds when
we get in trouble. Now look at
this and see how it stands. It is
like this: The Democrats work
all the negroes (i. e. give them em-
ployment) and the white Republi-
cans buy all the beer, ice water
and cigars and make them drunk
in the time of an election and get
all their votes; that is understood,
with them. So the negro has no
show in the world for the offices; he
has got no money to spend and that
lets him out. Please do remember
this'in the fall, at the ballot box,
and keep these men out.
Your friend,
Matthew Gaines, Ex-Senator
BY TELEGRAPH.
TH K STAT K CON V E N T ION.
John Ireland He-nominated for
Governor by Acclamation—Bar-
net Gibbs for Lieutenant-Gov-
ernor by Acclamation—The
Lease Law Endorsed—The En-
tire Ohl Ticket Nominated.
[Special to the Banner.]
Houston, August 20.—The con-
vention was called to order at
10:10 a. m. The committco on
credentials reported, We recom-
mend basis of representation bo
fixed at one vote for every three
hundred votes and one vote for
overy fraction over one hundred
and fifty votes cast for John Iro-
land for governor at last election,
provided every organized county
shall be entitled to one vote.
Credential committee reported
two sets of delegations from differ-
ent Democratic conventions in
Clay county, and in the interest of
peace and harmony, recommended
that both delegates bo seated and
vote of said county divided between
them. The report shows 532 votes
in the convention ; necessary for a
choicc 350.
Tho platform adopted favors
leasing the lands until purchased;
opposes the cnactmcnt of a herd
law; favors the proper regulation
of tho transportation of freight by
common carriers; endorses tho
Chicago platform; appeals to the
pooplo ofTcxasto continue free in-
stitutions; believes the real laborer
should be thoroughly protected;
there should be a land limit to cor-
porations and instead of cncour-
aging prevent investments by
them; school lands a sacred trust
and should be managed as such.
Hon. W. L. Crawford, of Dallas,
in a ringing speech placed the name
of John Ireland before the conven-
tion to be his own successor to tho
highest office within tho gift of the
people ofTcxas. Tho speech was
received with applause. John Young
Gooch, of Palestine, seconded the
nomination. Tcrhunc moved that
Ireland bo nominated by acclama-
tion; motion carried. Ireland was
escorted to the stand and made a
speech acknowledging that he oc-
casionally made errors as was
charged by certain newspapers. If
they know better than ho thoy
should have notified him before-
land, there was a chance their ad-
vise might have been followed.
Mr. Gooch in a spark I ing speech
nominated Hon, Barnett Gibbs for
lieutenant governor. Te^une.
stated that everybody favorefl
Gibbs and moved his nomination
by acclamation and amid great ap-
plause the motion was carried.
The rest of the old ticket was
renominated. The convention will
adjourn to-night. Evening trains
for Galveston were crowded.
A CARD
To my Patrons and Insuring Public:
Not bciti^sble by nivgeff to fill tbfl <*11s
on me for insarancr, I )mre this d«y m*o< i-
atedwitbme Mr. 'R. L. Sallev, our present
city a.-^essor and collector, wno is too well
known ns a business man to want an intro-
duction. We represent a number of the
lie-t and largest nre, marine, life and acci-
dent companies doing business in this State,
and urc prepared to place any and all classes
of risks at the very lowest of rates. For
particulars call on us at our office in person,
by telephone or by letter, and be convinced
that we can't be excelled. Don't go by what
others say, but call in person and know for
vourself.
Soliciting a continuance of your business,
I am, yours very respectfully,
T. J. Roberbok.
W- H. VINSON,
ATTOMia* AT IAW,
KEAL ESTATES
ire aiJ Life line Apt,
BRKNHAM, TEXAS.
Office over Giddings & Giddings' Bank.
W. H. VINSON
Will insure your houses, household and
kitchen furniture, goods, wares and mer-
chandise in the best companies, against loss
by lire, on very reasonable terms.
M. S. E. & B. A. OF A.
W. H. VINSON
Will forward your applications to the M. S.
K. & 15. At. of A. for a beneficiary certificate
upon your life, that will nay you 1-5 the
amount at stipulated periods while you are
living, or tho full amount to your family
after your death
THE M. S. E. & B. A. OF A.
Will pay before you die, therefore, you don't
have to "die to beat it." It will loan money
to its members who hold an endowment cer-
tificate, before maturity of coupons of same,
at a low rate of interest, thereby keeping the
profits of its business in tho hands of its
members. Now is the time, while in good
health, to secure a benefit certificate.
W. H. VINSON
Will rent houses and collect rents in tho
city, for a reasonable commission, ami can
sell you a residence in the city or a farm in
any portion of the county at bottom rock
prices. I have tho following and many
others:
C. C. Ilemming's Central Hotel, 4-story
brick, centrally located in business part of
the city, now paying over 12 per cent, per
annum, and annually increasing in value,
now offered at $13,005.
Lumber yard lot and improvements there-
on now occupied by ¥. W. Wood—about
2-12 acres hmd^-paying property; at $3,400.
About 8 acres land on tho old Hemming
homestead, 1 mile from the court hoiue, on
Clinton street, for $1,000.
Any or all of this property will bo sold
on easy terms.
I. H. Randall's 3 aero lot on Main street,
south of Col. Allcorn's residence— a bargain
-at $1,000.
li. R. Baker's residence and lots adjoining
now on tbe market, at reasonable priccs on
easy terms.
t. Harris' lot and house with flva rooms,
adjoining and east of Mrs. Spencer's—com-
fortable residence, very cheap, $1,800.
It. T. Flewellen's 715 1-2 acres about 16
miles e«et of Brenham—376 acres in cultiva-
tion, 100 acres in pasture, 50 acres of cedar
timber, a good and comfortable dwelling,
servants and 12 tenant houses, barn ana
stables, store-house and a 25-horse power en-
gine and boiler, cotton gin, saw and grist
mill; $17 50 per acre.
T. J. Kvans 500 acres about 4 miles south
of Washington, 300 acres in Brazos bottom
farm, in good stato of cultivation, $15 per
acre.
Many other houses and lots and vacant
lots in Brenham, and other tracts of land
in different sections too numerous for this
space
W. Ahuknurck, President
I). Aukkniikck Vice-President
•I. II. Ahrenbeck Superintendent
It. L: Htrus, Secretary
W. .1. Mhxick Ass't Sec. amlTrtas.
J. T. Ve.varlk Act. Sec., Brenham
ALEX. SIMON,
Ahrenbeck Oil Co.,
— Manufacturers of—
COTTON SEED OIL OIL CAKE
and l1ntkks,
Wc lake pleasure in referring the public to the
above card and Informing them tiiui we are pre-
pared to All all orders In our line at lx>th |H>lutH,
and that we will at all'times i>ay the highest
market price for Cotton Seed at all point* on the
H: AT. C. andG.C.* 8. f. Railways We
will also have in connection with the mills at
the alxive points cotton oins with a capaci-
ty of Fifty Bale* per Day, whan we will a< -
Commodate our customers to tbe best of our
ibllity. We will keep all cotton tn the seed
ient to our Gins fully covered by Insurance, free
if charge, and will be resifonslhle for Its value
n rawe of Ore, as long as It remains unhaled In
inn-are. We will be prepared to Airnlsh Bag-
jlng: anr Ties lo our customer# at the lowest
rates.
Having been in the business since 1XWI, we
led satisfied tha»we can please our customers.
We shall make It our aim to make no enemies
and all the friends we can.
rf All bills paid on the iklofeach month.
V. LAV1AIH,
CIGAR MANUFACTURER,
Factory near Central Depot,
BKCNHAM, TEXAS!
Orders solicited for Havana and Domestic
Cigars. Pri«* given upon application. All
goods warranted as represented.
GERMANIA
BOARDHTG HOTJSE,
St. Charles St., Near Central Depot,
Brenham - - Texas.
•I. H. Itmnsey, Proprietor;
Board 25 cents per meal or S4 per week.
DE^T.T!R HT
GENERAL X MERCHANDISE,)
NUKTHWEST CORNER OF FUBL1C SQtJAKE,
BRENHAM, ... - TEXAS,
Ha> Received a Fall and Complete Stock ot
SPRING & SUMMER GOODS,
 LATEST STYLES IN 
tbimims, KTHES^
CLOTHING. BOOTS AND SHOES,
Hats, Caps, Quoonswaro *ncl Orooeri em.
Also a large and varied assortment of
Parlor and Bed Room Furniture,
CARPETS, MATS and HOUSE FURNISHING GOODS,
Ift-Call and examine our goods before purchasing elsewhere. Guaranteesatisfaction in all
departments. Give us a trial.
R. HOFFMAN,
DEALKR IN
Dry Goods,
Has received his stock of Spring and Summer Goods, Dross
Goods of tho latest styles and textures.
Trimmings of all kinds. Laces and Embroideries. Hosiery—all tho latest novelties tor
Ladies and Children. A full line of
Clothing for Men, Boys & Children,
*GKNTLKMEN| BOOTS AND SHOES, I'S..,.™,,
The GROCERY DEPARTMENT,
Will be I'o'.iu'l a Cull aii'l complete line of all goods to be found In flis'-claag grocery store.
Purchasers are cordially invited to call and examine the goods and | rices.
II. HOFFMAN
Main Street. Brenham. Texas.
ftjT domestic patterns a specialty.
HERMANN FISCHER,
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALER IN
STAPLE AND FANCY MOOTS
Imported and Domestic
Western and Texas Produce,
WINKS, LIQUORS, OIGAKS, TOBAOOO,
Delicacies, Gaudies, Preserved Vegetables, Fruit, Moat
Fish, Pickles, Canned ifruit, Nuts, etc.
BRENHAM TEXAS,
Sole Agent of Anhanser's Celebrated St. Louis Beer.
ice in quantities at lowest rates. -«t1
•^Lowest wholesale prices to the trade! Pays the highest market
price for Cotton and other produce.
Joy HFliiTtn a fiA
■ W ■ W Jehu)*# Qk vViy
 dealers in 
lough ml Dr«
Start anil Long-Leaf Fine, Doors, Sash, Blinds
ill Kills BiiUini Material, Roam & Dressed Lmfcr, all Grate of Slugcs
A complete line of Builder's Hardware, such as locks, butts, SCREWS & nails.
Also the best brand of r.lady mixed paints, all shades, which we are prepared to
guarantee to be better than the best white lead made. We have also a brand of wnite
lead wc warrant better than any brought to this market; Oils and Turpentine.
WILKE & HEARTFIELD.
DEALERS IN
Shinies, Doors, Sash, Blinds, Mollis, Brackets, k,
Mowing and Agricultural Machinery,
West street, near the Union Dopot, Brenham, Tf,xas.
A full an I comploto assortment of LUMBER kopt on hand at all
mes. Patron agoNolioitod and satisfaction guaranteed.
A. A. JAHN,
(Formerly or Kranke, JatiQ**eelhorat Huecowor to Hi W. Harry k Brou l
DEALER IN
STOVES AND TINWARE
HAEDWABE,
AND HOUSE FURNISHING GOODS.
Main Street, - - BRENHAM, TEXAS.
Hasa very large and compleU stock of goons in hit line, and invite, all who desire to nur.
vhMe to f»U and examine his stock and prices. He is determined Dot to be unde.is(»l<f