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Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

Noe Judge The public again had his
Fervices, and this time as alderman OF
his ward--ihe Eighth, from April. 1891,
to April, 1898.
The subject OF this sketch ia one OF
the rising young lawyers OF Fort
Worth His friends are legion all over
this city and county. and he Is uni.
versally liked He is especially well
qualified to Ill the position no now
holds, both on account OF his expert
cnce and ability. and the lnw-breakers
will md II rough sailing when they
get Mr.. Orr after them. As lawyer,
no IS devoted to his profession, giving
II his closest attention, as a public
Official he is capable and efficient, az
ways doing what he thinks, best Tor
the public good. His public career
therefore, has been one OF strict con,
solentlousness and diligence In reGaru
10 HIS duties; and we are confdeht
such will be the case in the future
In politics he has always been "a COM
slstont Democrat and worker. Is
member Of the county and city Demo-
critic executive committees.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

December 20 1916. He received his
education NJ the county schools. in
1915 he came to Texas, locating on a
farm eight miles north or Fort Worth.
In 1881 Mr.. Rogers was appointed
deputy tax assessor and held that
position until nominated and elected 10
the position OF tax assessor at the re-
cent election. lie became resident of
the city four years ago. Mr. Rogers
mas always discharged the duties Of
ms position faithfully and well, and
being thoroughly acqdat5ted with the
details of the Office. Will make an ex-
cellent official. He is Democrat and
member Of the Masonic fraternity. The
Gazette wishes him well In his new Gu
pacity.
Joe NJ. Adams. Jr., j. +.
Fort worth may well feel proud ~
her young men. fgrDo city In the st/e
mas better, more brilliant and enter
FrlsinE aggregation Of young men
than the Panther City" Foremost
among these gentlemen we mention
Mr.. Joe NJ. Adams, Jr.. one of the
Justices OF the peace of precinct No.
l. Mr.. Adams halls from the great
commonwealth of Kentucky. having
been born IN Scott county, March 81,
1871. In 1881 his parents came TO Tex
as, locating at Fort Worth His early
days wore passed in gaining an educa-
avn NAANh AAt bOtalntu Ut inc y. & NJ
college at Bryan, the Fort Worth high
school and the Washington and Lee
University OF Virginia. April 6. 1899,
lie was admitted to the bar, and began
active practice in Fort Worth. Young
and ambitious. be mas already de-
monstrated his ability as legal light
and In the future viii certainly make
name in the legal world of Texas.
lie has taken an active interest in poll
tics, ana has on special occasions been
special city judge through appoints
ments. Last fall he made the race for
Justice OF the peaceship OF precinct
one, and although he had ten opponents
secured tho nomination and was elect
ed IN November by 1900 majority In
politics Mr.. Adams Is unswerYlng 10
his allegiance to the grand old Demo-
cratic party. Although his career as
Justice has been brief, he has demon-
stratod his thorough apNess for the
position. His thorough knowledge of
the law gives him an advantage. HG
Is good convcrsationalist. and an en-
terprlsng, progressive young man who
has the welfare Of his adopted city at
heart. His friends are legion and only
limited by the number OF his acquaint-
ancea. Tho Gazette wishes Mr.. Adams
n long nnd prosperous career, aud pre-
diets for him brilliant future.
Mr.. Adams office Is located on the
corner of Main and Weatherford
streets, second floor.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

Brooklyn Heights Is one of the small
or schools, but It makes up in quality
what II lacks in quantity. 1t is located
In school district No. -, Just three
miles west Of the city of Fort Worth
The total enrolment for this scholastic
year Is 10, with an average daily at
tendance Of about 40, he school house
is a neat one-story frame building, fit
ted with good patent desks.
Prot. w. b. Evans is principal. He
came to Texas To live. His edueation
was gained IN the Fort Worth Poly.
technlc college. This is Prof Evans,
first years school work, and from th,,
way he has started on we do moi hesis
tate to say that we thinl; he will prove
himself an excellent teacher.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23
DENTAL ExcEILr,cE
A Texas Firm FlgrrIar 81 Ials
and 0riglnttofA

Very few people are 50 ilr-l1i
to have progressed over any odsI<
BILE portion Of llfes span FIssn \
quiring the services Of a isrIz a
people who have required tsa 4
vices TO any considerable u;1
to remember the exact lenis u 4
paired the ravages Of dog / Z
tooth that required seryin
There Is no possible hIgts laa-1
to the skill, thoroughness lr:iAas
of any dentist than the c1rf' !
turn OF former patients wiElHr
is needed. No comment.ri .,
greater than that taliiig Il,
lips of patients.
Through a period Of isa "a,
Abdlll & Mattison haye Nl.;<
distinction. Their work IN 4
constant, infallible adyeux
years" is easily said, but iots
trious. 1t represents an
amount and lin the dental >
variety of work-suihcien, I'm;
In any profession or trade . 4;
oughly found out twice over -
public TO draw their infsnan z
ingly.
Steadily with the years. hcs't
reputation OF this leading Tln'
firm has grown. until nov W
slve with Texas. Patients .,
points eco and 300 miles aEis y
obtain that precious ariitA p
work"
DR.. d. l.. Abdill is a Kan'lan
has practiced extensively 4 \,
and in Ohio. In Mississl'
did an extensive business sis 2,
the Junior member Of tAe ~
S. Mattison, at that tine sr.. y
dent. giving all the eydea'esI
peculiar mechanical deil<y,
makes the fine dentist ~ n
that time took great in'f's' 1
younger dentists bfomi'e
years ago when he removN Z y
he reported the prospecn = Il
up a fine practice In tht ~
state and invited him 70 ", ~
partnership was not fo1asl, 4
untn pr. -744stiAl had praa,-n''.
sively over Texas and d. NAL I.
finally located permanenW
Worth and built up 4 y'.'
when DR.. Abdill Joined An 4,
The firm is noted not on! |, ~ \,
cellence and psrmansncy ~
It performs but for being ~ ~
abreast with the progTen o.
as well as being orlginalo W. -
There is no kind Of N0 n ~ 4.
the profession which ms ny Y,
perform with a minimum = Y. n
a maximum OF general es' ,,s,,,,,
quality of work. The unl.I
mendation Of their paa'i"
highest testimonial.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

Nurserymen, florists ana seads,nar
This firm Is composed OF william and
d. u. Baker, The buslness has been
eslablished ten years. They have two
nurseries in the county and are doing
an extensive business, charging each
year This season they built two new
green houses and have greatly in
creased their facilities for handling
seea. They deal in plants and cut
Lowers, furnishing the same for we'd
LINES receptions, funerals. etc. trees
a. a. az kinds and descriptions. and Lar-
nlosres are issued annually. ono in
me ran for trees and bulbs ana the
9 ;,, IN January FOR seeds and plants.
THESE Catalogues are furnished gratis
upon application. They have no agents,
put sell ulreet to purchasers. All or
ders executed with dlspat,,h
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

TarIOnt county has never had a bot
ter or more efficient surveyor than Mr..
j, j. Cpodfellow, the present lncumb-
ont. Ills regime has b0en one OF the
best. and he has demonstrated his
thorough knowledge OF the business la
the manner In which he has performed
the duties involved In running the of.
fee.
our subject was born in Randolph
county. Mo-, August II. 1886. When but
a child, IN 1860, his parents came 10
TcNae and settled on farm in the
eastern part OF the county. IIore his
early days were passed. gaining an
educa ton at n howe academy, taught
by Milton Carter. After reaching lis
majority he tauA I sehol for a wear.
In 1850 he ran for county surveyor.
but was defeated by w a. Finley b.
100 votes He was appointed deputy
surveyor under Mr.. Finley and served
IN this capacity until 1885. when he
was appointed surveyor. upon the rcxlr-
nation Of Mr.. Williams. In 1855 he
was elected 10 the position and Inns
been repeatedly reelected. in recognI-
ton of'the excellent services rendered.
As surveyor MIR, GDOdfcllow has few
equals IN the state. and as an officer.
II As unnecessary Tor us 10 ne into de-.
tails. rs his record Ia an open book.
known 20 every man in the county
since 1850 he has been a reAdAnt
OF Fort Worth. In politics MI.
Eoodfolow Is staunrh DEM
ocrat and has always been forc.
most IN the fray when the succcss Of
his party was in question lie h 4
member In good standing OF the Mood
men OF the World
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23


one OF the best schools OF the county
outside OF the city OF Fort Worth Is
claimed by Arlington, fourteen miles
cast. on the Texas and Pacific railroad.
This is district No. IS. and school /.
The enrolment for the year is sol, and
tho number OF teachers four. Arlington
has a nine months school. Nessra l..
NJ. Hammond and w. NJ. Trimble are
the principals. Mrs. Matte Gill and
Miss Kelly assistants While Arlins-
ton has tolerably large building, II
Is not SUFFICIENT TO accommodate the
school Well and IS not commensurate
with the business interests and nroa-
per,;y Of the town. No doubt Arlington
people win soon make some improves
monts IN this direction.
Prof l., Al, Hammond is n na4ve
Of Bedford, this county. His early
education was gained at Bedford coll
lese. After this he attended the state
normal at Huntsville, graduating in
years experience In the school room.
this being his iirst at Arlington. Prof
Hammond has Joined the grand ermy
In Texas who are making professional
teachers Of themselves. lie Ia thor
cughly iitted for tho Work. both from n
theoretical md a practlcstl standpoint.
IN les2-aS he was president Of the Tar
rant couisty teachers association. He
has been successful Ia his previous
work. and Arlington has ia him an All
round school teacher.
Prof. w. NJ. Trimbie rs also a M
tive OF Bedford and likewise received
MS earlier education IN Bedford col
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

All who can ten how hard Il Is TO
climb


Ali who can tell how hard It Is to
The steep where Fame's proud temple
shines afar7
Our genial and popular collector Is
native Of Tarrant county ana ne mas
stamped upon his face the impress OF
genius and force OF character. lie nrst
Baw the light OF day at Blrdvile, Sep
TENDER 18th, 1858. His boyhood Gays
were passed IN gaining and education
which was obtained at the private
school in his natal spot. and at Adran
College Thorp Springs. Upon the com
plction OF his education he engaged In
the stock raising business. which he
successfully followed for n plumber OF
years. May, 1892. he was nominated
for the position OF tax collector of Tar
rant county, and the following Novcm-
her he was elected to tho position.
Again In 1894 he was renominated and
reelected to the position as a reward
for honorable and faithful service.
Since his entrance upon the duties OF
tho position he has devoted the most
rigid attention 20 the details, no matter
how minute and hence the Office IL rum
ming smoothly and everything 10 IN ex-
cellcnt shape. He ~ n quiet, una8-
summing gentleman, who has made many
friends by his courteous and affable
bearing. HIS standing in the county Is
excellent and as n citizen he Ia enter
prislng and progressive He IL Simon
pure Democrat ana member of the
Knights OF Honor. In this gentleman
Tarrant county not only has an excel
lent officer, but a man who believes In
pushing his native county 10 the front
and II always ready 20 aid any enter
prise tending IN that direction.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

No. ofnce within the glft or the county
requires more personal attention or
the cNcrtiun OF moro eternal vigilance
than that OF the Hchrlcality. A man
10 occupy this position must be pos
seaHed OF frmnes1, yigllgnce and uttor
fearlcssness In sherin Euless, Tarrant
county has this kind of man. Duty
u his watchwonl, and on that line
no always continues, neyor swervlng
from tho most digagrecable task Sher-
1T huleas was born In Bedford county,
Middle Tennessee, September 1875. He
was educated at the schools Ot that
section. Ia 1850 he came 10 Toxas and
remaindsl for II short period at Grape
Vine TarlNnt county when he removed
to llulcss mamod after this gentleman
aud located on n farm. lie also on
kpgeu IN ginning, In 1892 he waa ae-
lcetod as tne Democratic standard
bearer for the position OF sheriff and
was nominated and elected His Of
fetal career needs no commentator
from our pen, 80 faithfully and wen
did he perform the trust rcpoaed In
Nim that he was again nominated and
elected to the srT.le position, this year.
beating both opponents by 100 Votes.
Alr Euless gives his personal atten-
ton 70 tho various workings OF his
office. There w no red tape. II being,
ms constant endeavor 20 please, and
thus has made many staunuh friends.
In politics he ~ Il firm believer In the
grand Old principles OF Democracy, and
has over fought FOR their maintenance
lie Is a member of the Masonic IRA
ternhy, knights OF Pythlaa. Knights
OF Honor, and above ali. he Ia a gem
tlcman In every sense OF the word
Shcriif Euloss Is a aelf-made man
nnd one who has always observed me
rules of honor and integrity. He sim
retains farming interests in the coun-
y. In conclusion OF the sketch OF
this gentleman, let us say that "merlt'
always wins. as demonstrated IN the
career OF our popular eherifr, u. A.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

Thsexcellent school is just outside
tho corporate limits of Fort Worth
on the north. 1t is school No. 1, of dis
trlct No. p. The average daily atten-
dance is about 90 This district levies
u local tax amounting TO $500 or $500
year, and runs a nine moths school.
THIS speaks well for the citizens Of the
district. The principal. Mr.. NJ. H.
Moore. has had four years experience
In the work, three in this county and
one IN Hood. He was born and raised
up at Bedford in this county, receiving
his early education at Bedford college.
He graduated at the State Normal
at Huntsville last June. thus fully
equipplng himself for the work. His
patrons all speak OF him as a success
full teacher. He is assisted here by
Mrs. Daisy Jordan
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23
Manchester MiiIS, j. y. Fnrr,n
Principal ''"'

,, slancHesier Mills. presided over by
MI; M, j, -, harrington. Is two and one
trlot i2, school l. The aves,gs 49, s.,, W.,
term Is six months; the enroilrantu 20
Prof. Harrington first saw tha itsh, %,
day IN Arkansas; afterwards cs,a ~ 81
TEXAS, where he was raised M 70
was educated In tlpa Mexia hirh sotan az
ana the state university. He hs. 'S 100
teaSher Tour years, this belnp M,
second year, here. lie is a me, ,,s nus
Wy county ooasd Of examiners, wb,o ~
p p,asei ne rus very aceepiably Msr
sreatiy uad i.ls bi school n, Is prosperlns
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23
PASSENGER AND BAGGAGE TRANS.
FER.
FORT WORTH TRANSFER,
Southeast Corner Sixth and Rusk
strects-Dan +. Murphy. Pro-
prlctor-Iistnblishcd 1882.

Southeast Corner Sixth and Ruak
strects-Dnn +. Murphy. Pro-
Observation-Disclosures 1882.
One OF the best passenger and bag
gage transfer establishments, not
simply in Texas, but in the Southwest,
is conducted by Mr.. Dan l.. Murphy. 1t
is q necessary part of the city OF Fort
Worth and we could not get along with
out it, Mr.. Murphy is the successor 10
the firm of NJ. Dillon s: Co., being in
terested in the business before he took
eatire control OF IL. His accommodate
tons are large and ample. having
splendid equipments in the way of car
rlages, buses and baggage wagons,
and large force Of prompt employees.
All trains are met and quick delivery
OF passengers and baggage Is made TO
ny part of the city at very reasonable
prices. Checkmen will be found on all
incoming trains, and people travelling
VIII find 1t great convenience to let
them take their checks for their bag
gage, as the firm Is thoroughly reliable,
and very prompt In delivery. A spec
ialty is also made of handling scenery
and baggage for opera and theatrical
companies, Private carriages can be
furnished on very short notice for
making calls or going to parties, for
bridal parties etc, Calls will be made
to any part OF the city for out-going
trains, and you Will be certain to catch
your train if you call up phone 1850. De-
pot phone Is $40. This Is the only ex-
elusive passenger and baggage trans
FER in the city, and again we say we
reliable
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

lege. Later he spent tive years In the
state normal and laat year he attend
Cd the Fa.,-s'crth uniyersity' H :
has bsA-<sfr years experience asa as
t--s-~rer. two at Watson two at John,
Son station. He too is a professional
teacher, giving his whole time and at
tention 10 'teaching the young Idea
how to shoot" He is n good disciplin-
we'll preuared for the duties OF a peda-
gogue. His work indicates a thorough
school man. and Arlington has a good
man for the place.
Both assistants are doing thorough
and efficient work.
So far. the Arlington school this ses-
sion.under the management OF the pros
ent corps OF instructors has been very
successfui The results nave been good.
Arlington school Is on the high road
ITO success. LIST all public spirited
citizens encourage the efforts OF these
gentlemen and their able assistants.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23


Superintendent OF public instruction,
one of the best known citizens In the
county, was born In Maury county,
Tennessee, September 22, 1916. lie re-
celved o liberal education at spnng
Hin academy and Mooresville insti-
tute, Marshall county, from which he
graduated in 1857. While in attend
ance upon the former institution the
war broke out, and true to his sunny
southland he enlisted in company II,
First Tennessee cavalry, Confederate
army. and served until the close OF
the war, when lie returned home and
finished his education. He then en-
barked In the mercantile business In
1877 he came to Texas and located at
Johnson's station, this county, on n
farm. He then taught school from
1878 to 1884. and then re-embarlted in
the mercantile business at Handley. At
the end OF two years lie again went
back to teaching. September. 1894, he
was appointed by the county commits
sioners to the position Of county super
intendent TO M out the uneXpired term
OF Superintendent Buck, and at the re-
cent election was elected to that pO-
sitiOn. He is sterling Democrat.
Mr. MRae is making an able super
intendent, and is an honorable and
upright gentleman.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23
Handley. George r. mussey. rr,n
cfunI.

This Furnishing school is seven miles
east Of Fort Worth. on the Texas and
Pacific railroad, in a little village of
10 or 100 people. II Is school No, i dIs.
trict No. l6; enrolment. IS. The mis- rI
eipal' MI Geo. T. Husgey. was born in
Illinois; came TO Texas in 1877 Ho
was edueated in the district schools Of
years In Tarrant county H. seosh l
Of inc county board OF examiners 'ue
position which he has filled for Mo-,
than two years. 'ot more
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

During the cold weather, the con-
slant question ngitating the public. Is
now 70 KEEP warm. The Gazette solves
the diiiiculty by advising them 10 cali
~ 9. a, Robbins wood yard. lay In a
500 supply OF wood and keep the stove
also kindling, making free delivery Nf'.
koppins has been a resident OF Fort
worm Tor the past seven years and Il
aoins successful business,
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23
n, q. slopnAIl & CO..
io3 Second Street. stock nna Non,
Brokers.

The above named firm has a nice
once Tor the purpose of conducting II
and street rs above. They buy md
sell railway stocks and bonds, gov
ernment, state ana municipal bonds
bunk stock aud other local securities
ON order. Loans VIII also he made ON
the above named securities al rea-
sohable rate OF interest. Mr.. +. q
MePeak of the firm has had six or
seVen years experience In the business
tnina TO It. He was formerly in the
banking and brokerage buslness In
Nashville. This IL splendid firm
anu II You have any business In their
me you VIII consult your own interest
by seeing them
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

The people Of Tarrant placed an able
and efficient man IN charge OF their
finance when they selected this gentle
man as their treasurer. Mr. Collins
ilrst saw the light OF day IN Jackson
county, Alabama, September 23d, 1898.
He was educated ut the schools OF his
native county lie came to Texas In
1863 ana engaged IN farming I'm Grimes
county. At the outbreak OF the recent
Btrugge he enlisted In company c,
Fifth Texas cavalry, Tom Grecn's regl-
ment, popularity known as the eight
Ing regiment" and served until the
close, when he returned home and re-
aumed farming, remaining until 1866.
when he returned TO Alabama and en-
ragged IN the mercantile business at
his former home In 1874 he came back
20 Texas and located ut Dallas, whero
he remained until 1876, when he moved
to this county, settling az Arlington.
and engaged In farming ana merchnn-
dl2ing. In 1882 he made the race for the
county treasur8hip On the Democratic
ticket and was elected. So well did he
conduct the affairs Of the Office, that nc
was rcnomlnnded and rc-clscted to the
same position at the last election. No
lnan has more friends Ia rarrant cAun-
~ than our popular watch dog NJ the
treasury. In politirs he IS Dcmoerat
81 the most rlgi two,
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23
oLonn MOTION morsr.


- FF7'F'V "NfINHFsfs WnnnWcr.
ifrms OF the above kind are a nee
essary part OF n city, This firm will
sell S;oclo' OF goods at auction or sell
on commission. II desired Mr. Coin
VIII come TO your place OF business to
auction on goods. Money will he nj
Nanced on consignmen,s. aud an husl-
ness Is strictly confidential. Best az
city references given II required This
is Q splendid house and YOU WIN do
well TO see them II you have any bus
ineas IN thelr linz.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23

General biacksmiths and Woodwork
ers. are located az the corner OF Hous.
ton and Tenth streets. Painting ana
trimming y also promptly attended Ia
The firm y composed ot o. Rudd and
men, who have been caraEed In sbcir
line Tor several years IN For, Worth
and by n strict attention 20 busincss
principles have built up a iargv ana
increasing trade
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23
TAILOR.


Fine suits and excellent fts have
Drought this gentleman into promi-
nenee In his line. HIS docs a merchant
tutoring business. next door 10 the
White Elephant saloon. sulfa ssA ana
up. Pants, IS ana up. Cleaning and
repairing dono on ahort notlcr.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1894-12-23
TEXAS pAWNsR6I''|
ONE OF rnn olur,,
RELIABLE por,,' y
THE chi.


III, IT, Is scarcely nece,..,,.
ms ms old, reliable esias s1s ? hi.
public Of this sectl soes''saaass n
known to nearly eses vs' !, e S'e'sa',
40 FOUNDED in 1875 L M s''.'ss
p PER. with the yesrs L. =. s'as 3, /,
cry grew. Here We a. az IN \
me jewelry line. 4 ' sna. !, sy .l
81 inc gold watches tx , II.
.nese are sold cheaper a'i KY. elA Y,
Other establishment III, in s Y !, isst
IN addition to thes y ne : ',' si'''
guitars guitars, strings appe e a.s.s.a
BOOKS DOCKS, encyclopedia. e. , ,ss.'
sewing machines, orrar 's',p Z:
a large number Of unrs NM. e.. q
sold very cheap.
livery article sold !, Il
Establishment l can be r y ~
JUST as represented, Ts s'a va
basis upon which he - NJ ~ !. y
house has been built ''ssA