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Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22

Coyote has changed his beat-he has gone
where all good dogs go. He was the pet of
the entire police force, and the especial pet
OF Officer Henry Towns He was never off
watch during Towns hours of duty, and
did valuable service in inspecting alleyways
and stairways, ana woe be unto the sinner
found therein. He would invariably pre-
cede the officers, and was never known to
turn off the wrong street on the regular
beat. 1t was fact that Officer Towns or
Coyote would fght for the other when
either was in the least molested. For sev-
eral days Coyote showed symptoms of sick
ness and was very irritable. He was tied
up 10 guard against al accident, and so bad
did he grow that yesterday he died. The
entire force are in grief over his demise.
Ohicers Towns gave him humane burial,
and is yisibly affected whenever talking
about Coyotes taking off
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22

The same perfect order on vacatiug the
different rooms, as well as the entire build
ing is noticeable here, as well as at the
other schools. A system of fire drill is be-
ing practiced, which will have the effect of
EN- plying the building in two minutes in
case of fire, with no confusion or alarm, at
the tap of the gong.
It is a shame that the city authorities
permit the debris from the erection of the
building to remain on the lawn. Its re-
moval would cost very little and would
greatly enhance the appearance of the
grounds. This building is source Of pride
to every citizen of Fort Worth, and the de-
bris OF refuse material should not be al
lowed to remain to detract from its appear
ance.
The parents of the pupils and all others
interested in the cause of education should
visit the schools often and see for them
selves the admirable effects of the graded
system in use here, which is certainly su-
perior in many respects to that of many
Northern states. A visit to the schools
would not only be productive of good to the
visitor, but would be the means Of greatly
encouraging the superintendent and the
teachers in their work.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22

ability of dropping the matter until the
council saw fit to take it up. He thought
the department should put its shoulder to
the wheel and help the city tide over the
present hard times, and felt also that mas
much as other branches of the city's gov
eminent had felt the knife, the fire depart
ment should do its part; that the council
certainly acted the best and knew what il
was dong. His argument was lengthy and
carried weight.
First Assistant Chief Kaiser argued in
favor of no reduction in wages.
Alderman Montgomery took the hooE
Mr.. Montgomery is friend OF the depaSts
nent, and the boys know it. He reviewed
his action in behalf of the department and
his determination to stand by It. He re-
viewed the action Of the council in this cut
in salaries, and while he deplored the fact
that it was necessary, it was necessary,
nevertheless. He favored Mr.. Harrison's
motion to appoint c proper, conservative
committee to wait upon the council and talk
the matter over-thought it would do good.
He thought By January at the farthest the
city would be paying its employees in cash.
MIR. Montgomery argument had great eff
feet, and the members applauded his re-
marks.
Alderman Watkins YVES with the depart
ment, but thought the councils action
would have to hold until Jan larry at least,
when he hoped cash would be paid in
stead of scrip.
Alderman Early was called for, arose
and referred to Mr. Montgomery's re-
marks and indorsed them and spoke at
some length on the action Of the council,
the city's financial condition, the councils
action toward the department in the past,
the undoubted likelihood of the city dis
posing of her bonds by December l, and
the fact that then the fire department
would receive their pay without discount,
and advocated that the meeting adjourn
without record as he thought it should not
have been called and would work as a det-
riment to the department in future, that in
the present temperament of the public and
the council any radical break would not be
relished.
The chair here called for vote on MIR
Harrison's motion to appoint a committee
to wait on the council. but Mr.. Perry of
the Tucker Hill company moved that we
do now adjourn"
The vote to adjourn prevailed, and in
three minutes there was not q man in tAs
hall.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22

Fort Worth lodge No. 2l4i, Grand United
Order OF Odd Fellows, will celebrate their
eleventh anniversary Oh October ~, with q
public Installation II Yates hall.
The parade, headed by the Fort Worth
silver cOruet band. starts from their hall on
Houston street at 3:20 =. n; up Houston
10 thirteenth. then east 10 Main and up
Main 10 me square, thence 10 Yates hall
Inslallation,will take place At $50 2. III.
The arrangements committee viii spare no
pains i'll making everything pleasant for
those IN attendance.
The following are in charge Of the days
proceedings:
j. ID. johnson, master Of ceremonies.
Is. W. Einciu, conductor Of the day.
+ y. Gibson. orator OF the day.
7. H. Daily, assisted by George F'ronsel!,
mar- hal Of the day.
Arrangement comuittes-A. Cavoll, chair
r'au: Ii. {. Williams, Thomas Mason,
Henri Davis, Il. c. Sayies.
Reception committee-Dr. Q. c. Queen,
Marll Robertson. ,Iohn Riggin.
Committee on l,rog-lmme-T H. Smith,
chairman; W. Massey, r. W. Cook.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22
Texas Real Estate Association.

We desire to call together as many repre-
sentative real estate agents and land own
ers as possible to meet at the Texas state
fair and Dallas exposition on Monday, Oc-
tober 26, meeting to be held at the city hall
at 10 o'clock a. N.
The object of the meeting will be TO con-
suit together in regard to the best mode of
advertising Texas abroad.
Our Texas exhibit cars will be run into
the fairgrounds, where all can see them,
and Ex-Governor Hubbard and Mr. w. 3.
Slosson will be on hand to tell what they
have accomplished in two and one-half
months travel through the North and
West.
1t is expected that this will be matter
of sufficient interest to the real estate men
and land owners of Texas, to command
their attention.
Give US the benefit of your presence and
counsel on this occasion. Respectfully,
J. j. FAIRBANKS, President.
c. s. HARDY. Secretary.
p. S.-The Texas state fair and Dallas
exposition officials have kindly designated
the Goth of October as Texas Real Estate
Association Day.
During the fair, Mr. G. S. Hardy, secre-
tary, will have an Office in the board of
trade hall on Main street, in Dallas, where
all real estate men will be welcomed.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22

total annual revenue of 1876, COO
supply of artesian water could be fur
nlshed these consumers by the new water
works system at 50 cents a month, which
would give total annual revenue of S4S,-
600 per annum from private consumers ex-
clusively. Add to this the rentals derived
| from the present system and it can readily
| be seen that the city would derive rev.
! enue which would not only pay the interest
charges. but would add largely to
| the city's income, thus reducing the
rate of taxation. With the natural
| increase derived from the constantly in
creasing population, the waterworks would
| be benefit, not a burden, and would pay
for itself twice over. This is the sort of
enterprise l believe the city should engage
in"
what is the general condition of busi-
ness Is it improving?'
Business is improving The condition
Is getting better every day, and everybody
will feel it before January l. The financial
depression, which was only temporary. may
be said to be at an end. The movement of
Texas crops is making revolution and the
volume OF business has consequently shown
marked increase in the last three weeks
The best evidence of this lies in the fact
that collections have been better for the
past ten days than at any time during the
past seven years. Economy on the part of
the people Will now bring about the desired
result
What do you think Of the present situa-
ton as applied to Fort Worth?''
1.-The present condition in Fort Worth is
no unusual occurrence in the history of
cities. All have at some time a period of
depression. Men are too prone to speculate
too freely, and this fever must be allayed
and the city take another start on a more
solid foundation. Factories do more to
build cities than real estate deals. Fort
oil hat
| people and capital win locate here. The
present situation is somewhat in the nature
OF purgative. It will remove the disor-
ders OF the system caused by too high
living, and the body polite will recover
from the dose better, purer and stronger.
The dose may be a drastic one, but it is
| good medicine all the same. Fort Worth
has stood the ordeal remarkably well, and
| is now regarded in the East az one of the
| most solid Of Southern cities. She's all
| right, and her people will feel the good
effects SOOn."
What do you think CT the city's fut-
| urel"
LAS I said before, Fort Worth is all right,
geographically, commercially and other
wise. She has everything in her favor.
She has territory to sustain her larger
than that tributary to Kansas City or Chi
cago. This country, of course, is as yet
| only partially developed. AS it improves,
So Will rort worth. a great empire
stretches away to the west that must pour
its wealth into her lap The traffic along
the Fort Worth and Rio Grande and the
Fort Worth and Denver railways alone
will sustain population of 100000 here
This traffic is as yet only in its infancy.
Fort Worth is young yet. Another decade
will wonderfully develop her resources and
easily put her in the lead of all Texas
cities. This may sound like the words Of
an enthusiast, but watch results and see if
the old mans head is not level''
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22
AFFAIRS IN GENERAL.
What Col Hoxie Thinks Of Matters and
Things.

Yesterday afternoon GAZETTE reporter
sought Col John r. Hoxi at the bank for
| the purpose of obtaining his views on the
situation and condition of things in general.
The genial banker was rather loath to
speak of matters but the name Of Fort
WORTH proved an open sesame.
After some deSultory conversation in
| which the action of the council and the
financial condition OF the city was dis
cussed, the colonel remarked that he was
| much pleased with the outlook for bust
ness improvement, and firmly adhered to
his oft-reiterated statement that Fort
Worth and Texas were all right.
"What do you regard as the most detri-
mental to Fort Worth, the alien land law or
the local taxation2''
1.-The local taxation. The alien land law
is, of course, 'deadener,' but it cuts all
over the state, while the system of local
taxation, in its constant changes. produces
feeling of insecurity, and l believe it, for
this reason, causes greater injury to the
city's interests than the alien land law, be-
cause it strikes the mechanic and the Ia
borer and will, in the near future, dispos-
sess them of their homes, besides driving
out capital aud enterprise. The system
bears unequally, because in many cases
some valuations are too high and others not
high enough: the work of the board Of
equalization places heavier burden upon
the wage worker in proportion to his means,
than upon the Weather classes"
In your opinion. how should the city
make her future investmentsl''
II am decidedly opposed to the city engag-
ing in any enterprise calling for the expen-
diture of money unless such enterprise as
sures an income sufficient to create a reve-
nue. that will pay all interest charges and
replenish the city treasury. To-wit: If we
can build waterworhs system at an outlay
of $500. 600 that will produce revenue Of
$4,000 per annum outside of the water
needed for sewers and the sanitary safety
Of the city, am in for it This can easily
now a water consumer The city has a
population of say 5, COO water consumers, or
about one-ifth the actual population. These
expend an average of 81 a month for water
which is now purchased from the owners Of
artesian wells, or an expenditure Of
5000 month, which would give
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22
The Firemen,a NIee.inc

J The published call in The GAZETTE yes
| terday for q meeting of the fire department
| last night was much discussed all day, not
| only among fremen, but the public gener-
| ally. By reference to the councils financial
committees report, published in full in The
GAZETTE yesterday. it will be seen that the
paid members of the department suffered,
or will suffer, reduction of their wages,
| together with several other cuts and let
outs. 1t was generally understood that the
! meeting was for the purpose of discussing
| this matter, though an erroneous idea pre-
vailed that the fire ladies intended resort
| ing to any extreme measures, and any
statement to that effect was denounced in
the hall last night.
The "new'' Central fire hall was filed
last night. and the sign standing room
only" was hung out. Not only the firemen
gathered, but friends of the department
and interested persons generally.
In the absence of President Lassiter,
Vice-President Rainey presided. The meet
ing called to order, the object was made
known, and the question of discussing the
reduction Of salaries on November / was
that object
1t was apparent from the start that the
meeting was going to be warm, and the dis
cussions were spirited and to the point.
Three members OF the city council, Messrs.
Early, Montgomery and Matkin, the latter
two members Of the fire department COM
nittee.
Chief Adams was called for, and argued
in favor Of the wages that now prevail, but
advocated going about the effort to secure
this in q business-like manner, and de-
nounced the rumor thatany bull-dozine was
intended.
Bascum Dunn argued to the point of the
city's present condition financially. COM
mending the fremen for their patriotism
and devotion to duty, and advocated
the advisability Of holding on at the
reduction. at least until January l, when 1t
was hoped the city would be able to pay
cash TO its employees. He suggested the
men be paid the difference by the depart
ment from its reserve fund, then take
chances on the city refunding it the first of
the year. He was of the impression the de-
partment had $1,000 grant that could be
''uouched."
Stuart Hrrrison was opposed to postpon-
ing action-thought now the time to know
what was what, and moved a committee be
appointed to wait upon the council and see
what could be done toward having the
wages go on as they are to-day. He op-
posed any radical measures, but advocated
determination.
President Lassiter having arrived. but
not taking the chair, was loudly called for.
He arose and spoke at length. He reviewed
the city's condition, the councils liberal
action in behalf Of the department in the
past, the Departments growth and its pres
emit superiority, and advocated the sdvis-
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22
5000 90
$50 90
$50 90
500 90
AMONG THE SCHOOLS.
y Gazette Reporters Observations Yes
terday.

terday.
At 10 o'clock yesterday morning Superin-
tendent White and GAZETTE reporter
made visit to some OF the schools. II was
the intention to visit as many as possible,
but they succeeded in inspecting only two
the high school and building No. /.
In building No. the first visit paid was
to Miss Johnson's room. where forty-two
little tackers of the first grade were learn
ing by means of object lessons variety of
things useful and practical The little fel-
lows were too busily absorbed to bestow
more than passing glance at the visitors,
being more interested in Miss Johnson's in
structions. Twenty-Five from this grade
were this week transferred to the new
school rooms.
In the second grade Mrs. Vaughn had
fourty-eight pupils deeply interested in
number work, and, like their comrades in
the other room, had no eyes for visitors
These two grades embrace the smallest
school children, those little fellows who
are usually SO restless and hard to control,
but the discipline maintained is admirable
Hands are raised but no swapping of fingers
is heard. The little fellows are remarka-
bly, bright and the ladies have the faculty
of enlisting their interest in. their studies
in a manner that must be seen to be appre-
ciated. A number Of pupils, some thirty
five. have also been transferred to the tenn
porary school rooms, thus greatly relieving
this building, which even now has the full
quota of pupils that can be Accommodated.
In the fourth grade Miss Clay
has forty-eight pupils, and these are
all bright and studious. Miss Clay is a
very efficient teacher, and her work shows
it very plainly.
In the third grade Miss Kimbrough has
forty pupils engaged in the writing exer-
else. AS in the other rooms. the discipline
is remarkable, and the methods of instruc-
ton such as to thoroughly absorb the at
tention of the pupils.
Professor Goggin has charge of the fifth
grade. He is gentleman thoroughly
versed in the conduct of graded schools, an
enthusiastic teacher, and his enthus-
iasm seems to have infected to pupils. The
discipline all through this building is very
noticeable, especially the orderly manner in
which the children yacate the building.
This building is now ''chock full" yet
there should be facilities provided for
many more. Superintendent White and
assistants are doing all In their power, but
the more crowded room becomes the less
efficient is the instruction. Children when
crowded become restless, and it is impossi-
BILE to enlist their attention and rouse the
enthusiasm necessary to successful tuition.
From building No. / Superintendent
White and TIE GAZETTE proceeded to the
high school, This magnificent building
now contains SOC pupils. Well ventilated,
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22
Hal Out of Luck.

Another robbery has to be recorded from
the Cotton Belt depot down in the bottom.
AT late hour night before last F. Hal
Waggoner, aren't, was busily checking up
his work and thief crept behind him,
seized and held him, while a confederate
took everything III sight of value. AS it so
happenel, the cash was in the safe, excep5
s., which be took. He also took j six
shooter belonging to Hal, then both backed
out and skipped. Hal gave chase, but not
having q gun the chase was futile.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22

telegraph company; plaintiff has leave to
amend. General and special exceptions to
plaintiffs petition overruled, to which de-
PENDANT excerpts.
627s. j. W. McAIahan Va. Gulf, Colorado
and Santa Fe company; plaintiff has leave
to amend.
In the case of Frank Cunningham vs. the
Gulf, Colorado and Santa F'e railway COM
pany, defendants motion to set aside
Judgment by default was sustained.
In this court one suit was filed:
$685. Ross g. Terrell vs.. the Texas iron
rolling mills company, ct al. Suit for debt.
Attention is again and especially called to
court the non-jury trial docket will be taken
up on November 9Th, 9th and 1th, and IN
the Forty eighth district on November
18th, 18th and 18th.
COUNTY CoURT-HoN. W. D. HARRIS, JUD G e.
In No. Alps, E. NJ Winfrey vs.. al. Cen
try ct al, the jury returned verdict for
plaintiff in the sum of $780,
In No. 4019, G. Nance VS.. w. S. Conner,
there was verdict for plaintiff for the
sum of $500.
4l43. A. z. Gething vs.. W. 81. East
man, was on trial at adjournment.
4l46. S. H. Bromley vs.. Fort Worth
Packing Company, was continued.
1890. Harry Stroll VS.. G., c. & S. F.
Ry Co., was continued.
1851. T. NJ Forbes VS.. Riverside st. Ry.
Co., was set for Friday.
ALL, ]. 7. Day VS.. G., c. & S. F. Ry. Co.,
was tried and resulted in verdict for de-
PENDANT.
1916. T. P. Day vs.. Mrs. L. Galloway ct
al, set for to-day, Thursday.
The following cases were filed yesterday
in the county court:
1869 A. T. Wooten vs.. Fort Worth and
Rio Grande Railway company; suit for
damages.
44f0. The Mail Publishing company vs..
W. H. Taylor; trial of right property
44n. P. N. McGaughey vs.. Tarrant
County, garnishes; NJ. Matkiu, defendant
4472. The Artesian Ice company VS.. I. c.
Rushing ct al. suit for deb..
4413. The Artesian Ice Co. VS.. J. w. Bu-
chauan: suit for debt.
4474 Fort Worth Packing Co. VS.. the
Chamber Of Commerce of Fort Worth, Tex. I;
suit for debt
4475. W. H. Chick VS.. John Ratican; suit
for debt
4476 Collins e. Armstrong VS.. Mrs. E. l..
Casey ct al. suit for debt.
4477 Tower Manufacturing and Nov
city Company VS.. Allen A. Letchworth,
suit for debt.
44TS. William R. Howard VS.. Texas
and Pacific Railway Company, suit for
damages, loss of property in transit
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22
The Packing-uouse.

The Fort Worth packing company is rum
ming its establishment TO full capacity,
killing an average of GOO hogs and 100 cattle
daily. beside sheep and calves. So great
has become the demand for. the product Of
this establishment that the force is this
week running a part of the night. 1t is
said there is scarcity of cured meats all
over the country
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22
A Church Social.

The Christian Endeavor society of the
Cumberland PRESBYTERIAN church will give
n social in their church parlors this even
ire IL 30. All friends and acquaintance
cordially invited. Following is the pro-
Eramn:e:
Violin and mandolin duet. ......
........ 49,. Misses Mary and Bessie Field
Piano SGlo....--..--.-. ....- MISS HatLe ButtS
Recitation. shadows" (by request)........
........................M Miss Glenn
Vota' solo ......................M Miss Eta Field
NioIu 500 ........-......-.....M Miss Mary Field
Piano sulo......... INN. Miss Mae Tinnon
IHCliallUn- selected. .----.-.--- MISS t1lelH
Toca ducc %. Misses F. Feiid and E. Morrison
Piano solo. Flossy Thomas
freewill offering will be taken up for
the benefit of the society.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22
THE GAZETTE MACHINE

New the People Can Save S2S On First
Class Sewing Machins. ~
A sewing machine l. au1odsehold ueces
xfy, and when 2 h9Gclass machine, equa
IN al respse8 70 other machines, can be
6hsdght for one-half the money, it is tn
part OF wisdom and economy to save tho
useless expenditure. Ladies' who wish to
buy hrst-class high-arm No. sewing ma
chine can see such q machine a: TEE GAZ-
ErrE business Office. and they can buy such
. machine for only SO Il they subscribe to
the weekly, daily or Sunday GAxEr41
TIE GAzETT2 invites the ladies' to call
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1891-10-22
GOOD TIMES COMING
What Col. Hoxie Says Of the
Financial Situation.
A TRIP THROUGH THE SCHOOLS
Whist Gazette Reporter Saw Yesterday
a Canine Policeman Dead-They
We're Released - Bitten by
Cat-An Exciting RumOr.
Bitten by 4 Cat.

Yesterday morning rab'd cat bit the
little daughter of De uty Sheriff Witcher
while she was playing with it, fastening its
teeth in the child's cheek. Mrs. Witcher
pulled the cat loose, threw it aside, and in
Q moment it was seized with commissions,
during which time it was killed by Mrs.
Witcher The father and mother are
fearful of serious results from the bite,
and will take precautions against it