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Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

The fair domain of Greenville is for
tunate in the possession OF u fearless,
honest and intelligent press gang
Divers oplnions-political. religions.
scientific and otherwise are held and
maintained by the Jealous spirits of the
Banner. Headlight, Herald, Messenger
and Independent. Yet, notwithstand-
ing all differences, the "brethren"
dwell together in spiritual unity with
hearts united for the glory. honor and
prosperity Of their beautiful land.
Up yonder. where the good angels
place crowns Of rejoicing upon The
heads of the Just. the Gazette tourist
prays that they viii add shining Stars
to the diadems Of Finley, HARRISON
Dial Gee, Harris, Brawner, Earle,
Brady. Melten, Dennis and McKain. In
remembrance of many little acts of
genial courtesy extended to the Ga
zette correspondent, this hope and
wish, is expressed These "brethren
of the quill' are worthy of high re-
ward. To Brawner. the classical and
able spirit of the Morning Herald, and
Gee. who handles the true energetic
pencil of the Evening Banner. special
memory for kind acts is extended.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

The religious world of Greenyllle COM
eises Baptists, Christians, Methodlsts,
cumberland Presbyterians, Catholics,
s9seepalians and o. 5. Presbyterians,
Y living In spiritual peace and unity.
ne churches OF the city are neat and
Nhmodious. The church going char
ger Of the people Is attested by the
NY Congregations, that on each holy
sa0oalh gather around consecrated
sAls OF religious faith and duty to
slA lessons of truth from the lips and
,aNs OF noble men Of God. The pull
N az nlled by pastors Of fine ability
,e i9ily Christian character. Noble
la'slan women, through the agency
Au societies." are giving angelic
HNI to the work OF the different
.s XIII while earnest business men,
Nv apprecatlng the noble motive
wsa OF Christian influence are con-
.guvng with purse and heart TO the
.Anlsation OF a Young Mems Chris
va association, hinder the leaderghln
su. a; a. Taber. an earnest Chris
sn worker in this grand cause of
,s alaniiy The Y. NJ. C. A. of Green
y WI prove grand motive power
n so9l TO the noble young men, who
's'u,e days will direct and animate
h. 9uslhess thought and enterprise of
ueautitul city. The Gazette Is
ls s9 70 chronicle the fact that the
,,4'sss world of GreenVille is in ac-
ns sympathy with a grand rally
e A '''isi VI the l. M
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

This gentleman Is the honored and
trusted representative from Hunt
county to the Twenty-fourth ieglaln-
ture. Mr.. Evans Is described as an
Original character and deserving
man"-one who without fear or favor
viii discharge the duties Incumbent
upon him as d legislator. The Gazette
10 Indebted to an admirer for the fore
going alusion TO Mr. Evans character.
This honored citizen of Hunt county
is native OF Georgia. At the age or
10. he commenced the battle OF life by
working on n farm. Whom 10, he en-
tered 81, Andrews institute at De
Kalb, Ga. and paid his board and tu-
ition by working after school hours.
and during vacation When q, he
passed examination and was admitted
10 the practice OF law. In 1887, Mir.
Evans came to Texas. and has won q
most estimRble place in the ranks OF
his profession. Mr.. Evans holds a
high place in popular regard. In poll
tics, he 10 Il sound Democrat. and has
done heoric service for his party. IL
is said, the brightest part OF his his
tory is yet before him"
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10
CITY Of GREENVILLE

everything in the line of agriculture
srows here in luxurlant abundance
Srcnards OF luscious fruits. pastures OF
grasses green. harvcsts Of golden grain.
Woodlands OF deep green shade and wa,
,erf OF SPARKLING brilliancy are elements
IN landscape OF charming character.
5000 schools nre found in all sections,
nna religious denominations have neat
anu beautiful churches. Is II strange
thht with such attractions and pros
porous SURROUNDINGS Gre7nviile Is one
Of the most prosperous little cities OF
the Lone Star state?
NOW the outing from Fort Worth
10 TINS beautiful land Is complete. The
tourist folds his tent and hies away
70 other fields Of duty. 10 good friends.
VINO have. greeted us here with kind
words and SMILES OF announcement.
y wish is given thai tho friendships
formed may go far beyond the night--
aeross the day--away upward to form
soiaeh links of chain of eternal
unity. fit to meet the touch of angel
hHSers. CARL VINCENT
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

This pretty and prosperous city. as a
magic railroad center and commercial
mart, wears all the charming activity
of metropolis. Her trade Is not CON
fined within the boundaries of Hunt
county, but extends outward, through
Il large and lucrative district OF coun-
try. Her handsome business blocks
are hives of active life. Men of the
most intelligent business character and
energy, and all the honorable traits of
manhood that lead to success are found
in the counting rooms, giving spirit TO
all the variations Of business life
The stocks of goods carried by Green
vile merchants embrace varieties of
necessities and luXuries, adapted to all
the wants and wishes OF the city and
surrounding country. The Gazette
tourist, with an eye to business, as well
as desire to possess an intelligent Idea
OF the pluck, energy and intelligence
of GreenVille representative men, me-
andered, "incognito," through the beau
tiful store houses and busy offices OF
the city gathering here and there facts
and faces that may interest the reader.
1t is pleasure to write and speak of
men who have greeted with smiles the
stranger in strange lands. They are
leadcrsi
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10
The Prosperous Metropolis of Hunt
County.
Her Railroads, Churches and Business ENTERPRISES De-.
scribed Bya Staff Correspondent of the Gazette.

=, voes without question to say that
o,senylle Is one of the most prosper
~ as we'll as most beautiful little
,i,lss Of the "sunny South" 1t has
I'm the pleasure and delight Of a
..naering Gazette tourist to mingle
,midst the prosperous associations of
,sIs beautiful metropolis of a charm
mg region" to shake hands with It's
,rsreetlc and courteous business men.
iI.ten to the silvery music of its church
mis- bask In the Joyous light of It's
cultured social world, hear the musical
pattle Of it's pretty children. feel the
angelic influence of its lovely daugh-
,.rs. and note the revolutions of the
sheel Of busy trade, as It goes round
and round" in happy measure with
ne step Of onward progress.
with the soul and heart influenced
Nv such associations, the gliding pen
III Of the Gnzette tourist repeats the
,lxt-"Greenvlle is a beautiful me-
n5polls Of a charming region" Just
Sere kind reader think not these
words are woven In the loom of inn
,snation to make Il garb Of fictitious
loom," for this prosperous little city.
aBoom' Is an unknown quantity" in
lis history. A writer. one who has
been Intimately associated with the
powth Of the shire town" of Hunt
county since Its infancy, says: "Since
fist the city of GreenVille became
Known TO the outside world, as To-
,aiion of bright and encouraging sur
Il
sryen for boom" but the pros
gsiily Of the city has steadily increased
d proportion 10 the development Of
he county"
The city nestles In the midst of one
q the richest and most fertile sec
Tons OF the Lone stat state. A re-
cent writer says: Mature has given
4 every advantage that could be de-
tied, and the ingenuity of man has
ADDED many enterprises that pay trib-
Vie TO It's growth and prosperity"
The landscape surrounding the city
3 enc Of Gods loveliest picturea with
Is enhancing panorama of beautiful
bones, fertile farms, luxuriant pas
lures, golden harvests and shady
groves, It's influence steals softly and
Neetly away down into the best cor
rsfs Of the heart to attune it's chords
p iervent praise OF the Great Faith
q who has bestowed so grand
sslllage upon his children. To Capt.
~ Nichols one of Greenvllle's rising
y'ang lawyers, the Gazette tourist is
hdeoted for glance at the fascinating
lsauly OF this scenic picture. The
city with Its beautiful homes. and cul-
Tired people, holds happy place. as
%, Of the most attractive Texan |
lilies.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

Of Greenville and large teYritsrv
Mr. Wgse IS In f6ct tho repreyontatlyc
dealer in this line for Greenvile. me
establishment IS crowded WITH goods
needed for tho supply Of the country.
rms fact ~ recognized BY the large
circle of customers who recownig. in
Air. Wysc man Of honor N ali varied
transactions Of mis- extensive business
Mr.. Wysc may wen be taken as Ia OK
medium Of success, Encreectlc. rcniai
and prompt he has won trade sec
ond 70 no house OF the same chhraotc,.
IN the state. Interview Wvse when
you want goods
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

Gainesville. Tex. Feb. s.--EId
Baxter Golightly of San Angelo
visiting in the city. and VIII preach
the Christian church tonight
s. Seton has purchased the y
brick buildings one door west o. I
Reglster office. the upper portion
which is occupied by the knights
Pythias order for lodge purposes. T.
purchase was made OF Df. Adnms
Fort Worth, and the price paid
5000.
Mrs. Jeff Duston is dangerously ~
with pneumonia.
A large petition has been gotten
by stock men southwest Of Gainesvil
TO be sent to the officials OF the Ka'
railroad. asking them 10 build sto'
and shipping pens, and also q Bms
depot Mt Lindsay Station. seven mil
west of this city.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

rms gentleman justly ranks as one
OF the leading lawyers of the state. Mr..
BYRD; with a high order OF Intellect.
combines many genial qualities OF
heart, This happy character has won
Tor him large circle OF friends. As
lawyer he enters into the interests
or q. ms clients with soul-born consciou-
tious spirit; as a citizen his heart bents
with lofty devotion to the best infer
ests OF his country. Mr. Byrd is n
native Texan, and wears high honors
as an aiumnus Of Baylor University.
lie has been a resident of Hunt county
Tor thirty years, lie has served his
city and county most honorably in the
positions of mayor of GreenvIlle and
county clerk of Hunt county. In poli-
ties he is true blue Jacksonan Demo
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

This accomplished and energetic edl-
Tor and proprietor Of the Greenville
Herald has proven bright success In
the journalistic field. He has demons
trnted Though the Morning Herald,
newsy exponent Of Greenville interests.
that Il daily paper In Greenvllie is a
financial success. Mr.. Harris Is an in
hnential member OF the State Editorial
association, as well MS the National
Prcss association. He has read Import
ant and interesting Dapers before these
lmportont editorial bodies. Mr. Hnrris
has been In editorial harness since he
WAS barefoot boy His first venture.
as an editor, was tho establlshment
with o. w Dodson OF the Rusk County
News, In 1884 he located In Green
vile. as editor and proprietor OF the
Herald. Inaer his management the
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

ported and domestic wines, liquors and
cigars are carried. The house" is
commodious, elegant in appointment and
attractive in the blaze of electric light
In all of its arrangements good order
is the prevailing spirit. MIR. Norman
has been a resident of the city OF
Greenville for the past eight years, and
through his genial department and en-
terprising spirit, combined with a gem
erous heart. has won n host OF friends
He has ever been Identified with the
growing interests Of his town and sec
ton. While a. Texan by adoption, he
is always proud to record mississippi
as HIS native state and happy TO be
olassed as friend Of ex-President Da-
Wis.
Genial companlonship and n first
class welcome at "The House OF
Lords"
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

'si,rs,p eople are fully alive to all the
FAocIs OF education. The pupils
h ny 2. o. the city rank among the best
,'- AK slsie, Commodious and COM
iS,Ses buildings are musical with the
IA NJ hs o. hundreds of ambitious, gifted
l ,Va, Aappy children. The course of
u da, y thorough and complete in all
N Ns .,, OF popular instruction, from
III ,nptsimafy" through practical
WIN school course. Prof van Am.
M NV s,, assisted by a corps of faithful
ID im nslsht teachers, has charge of
n aspporlant work Greenyille coll
mons ., Mcleod academy are insti-
sisss o. decided merit. A splendid
Aptist c Hnuef the auspices of the
y doubtt nntch, is projected, and Will,
l7se ~ ~ an early period give its
-ar,atiorilin NE promotion of the citys
FIsis lp3 ,h spirit, AS an educational
ligtatarss Wy of Greenville presents
'sla I'M GA o. most excellent char
lssir scboo,s S''i~ens are justly proud Of
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

This modest and estimable citizen
Confederate army, yet he IL TOO mod
est To assert his claims TO military
rank. Lieut.. Sparks served with ndell-
y from the age OF 16. during the war
as a soldier OF Wade Hampton's rated
Legion. He ~ Il brother OF Sparks,
The darlnlS Southern scout OF whom
Senator Butter Of South Carolina
wrote. HE IL handsome and daring
soldier" IiesI Sparks was on tie
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

friends. He is proud Of a Texan ma
tiVity, and wears high honors from the
A. y NJ, College. where he graduated,
as yaledictoran of n brilliant class.
After this graduation he entered upon
a law course OF the Texas State uni
versity where he graduated with dis
tinguished honors of the department
and the degree of I,~L, Is. As a law
Yer he Is devoted in spirit and truth
to his clients. 1t is safe to predict a
bright future for j. II. Nichols. In
point of financial standing MIR Nichols
holds high and honorable position.
II will be well for parties who are In
terested to remember this fact, Poo
pie who honor honest character are
always glad to see Capt. ]. T.. Nichols.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

Inls worthy gentleman may be con-
siueted one of the deserving seif-mnde
men OF the country His early educo-
tional advantages were or very llmifcd
tharae'er; AZ 20 years OF age, he wna
lahlhE NJ FIRST reading lessons lie
Nv lectures ~ the Nashville med
zeal college, and graduated in is7s A..
Ter his graduation, he moved 10 lack
son county ana engaged IN the praoilre
or medicine for seven yenrs. lie gradu-
ated In the law department OF IL.
pnnon, Tenn. university In 1856. In
lNoS- Mr Huffcr located in Grennviiie
ahd formed a law partnership with
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

sssst isi uIsssnal mysterious links of
isaa q s.sap are held in a golden
pa t.vo a,ss99elatlon by worthy hands
soherbayosed hearts. The Masonic
lslhiss X n, !. o, o. F., Knights of
,. aad 81, nshlghts OF Honor, A o. II
IN m. ' iS mystic fraternities guard
I.a whO cnn, thoughts and acts OF
.'sicaal ana are, a the business, pro-
''sAEsrs u social life of Greenviile.
enc Star I'm, .nls beautiful land of the
r. and ', , VIM find broad well
giant hea,s,sa laht protection in The
'galrouy ", ana true hands of the
ero,hersoassh' of Greenvllle's mys-
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10
NncietN.

II is a pleasure to mingle midst the
pleasant social surroundings of this
pretty city. The social world is dis
tinguished for it's high moral worth,
cl cice culture. and accomplished char
acter. various social organizations, de-
voted to Christian work, music, lltera-
ture and science impart Joyous pleas
ure to mind and heart. Accomplished
and lovely women walk hand in hand
with men of chivalrlc character to pre-
side over the pure and beautiful and
guard the honor Of the city of their
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

Wholesale provisions and produce they
stand as leader in this important
branch OF trade. The business Of the
mouse Is found in Northern. Southern,
H ~ ana Western Texas, Mr. W.
r. Nelvin, the manager Is recognized
as n gentleman of accomplished busl-
ness character, This fact is attestcd
by the large business transactions OF
the house. lie is native OF Georgia.
but has given the energy of his life to
IeNas FOR the past ten years, and
through the activity OF his character
mas n contributed much to the prosperity
The Gazette, in It's interviews with
W, u,e pheasant citizens of Greenville is
tary testimonial 10 a man worthy ar
marked confidence and regard.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

did new Becllham hotel is n man very
modest IN his ways and shy as Il
maiden Of sweet sixteen" when IT
comes TO an Interview with "a news
paper man, but Notwithstanding u
world of difficulties. the wandering
tourist has caught him ION the wing"
ana mere presents facts in regard to
his "wayward" life, that are worthy OF
being read by the ten thousand and
more readers of the Gazette.
Just here the correspondent rises TO
remark that w l.. Beckham is one of
the best known, as well as most popu-
lar hotel men of the sunny South. The
true home-like, as well as charming
features of the Beckham hotel under
the popular management of Its worthy
host, has won name aud fame with
the travelling world, from the frozen
waters Of the North to the sunny skies
of our own dear Southlande. Hun
dreds, yea thousands, OF delegated
guests say "At the Beckham we get
more solid comfort for our money,
than at any other hotel in Texas"
Men gather in the corridors of THE
Becliham" from all sections OF the
world. MIR. Beckham has proven his
ability, not only as a hotel man, but
also as an enterprising citizen by his
faith and works. Thorough devotion to
the varied interests Of his pleasant
pursuit he has won warm corner in
the hearts of the people BY skillful
management, as a frst-class business
man, he has accumulated handsome
competency for his charming family
The secret Of his success can be found
in strict devotion to the golden
rule" A glimpse OF the sunny home
life of Ma. Beckham gives one a bright
vision of beautoous happiness. Mrs.
Beckham as an ucpon DlishCd hostosg
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

The history OF beautiful Greenville
would be incomplete without a person-
al mention OF the gentleman whose
genial face appears with this para
graph. For twenty years W. l.. Beck
nam has been d familiar. genial and
important character In all important
enterprises of his growing city and
great Texas. Generous, almost to a
iauit' and the soul of honor, he has
gathered around him host Of true
lilends. The smiling host Of the SPLEEN
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

nancler he stands conspicuous among
.ne inea who direct with success fhe
,n,nniea interests o. state and nation.
iils eminent ability ia thin department
nnesN even marked success IN the history
iCr. "'"viVv CASH
.ne original stock OF this solid instI-
luton = placed at $4,000 or tbia
S CAPITA, Mr. King owns $4,000. In ad-
u'eon 70 his large and valuable bank
.lacd l", , Mr; King is largely idcn-
y Jones. shackclford ana Hunt conn
tles. Thus for eleven years he has becn
: leading spirit, Ms director ana of I,s
OF ne banding interests Of Greenvi ine'
any any Tor almost Il life time has mani.
socIe $500 ehoisc love OF nature by as
ranch interests OF Texas life. '''N
IN an Interview with Gazette NAV
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10
I nm kIns waa emph0lIc n lhe deelara.

Ar, AIT, King was emphatic IN the DECLARE
40. sir | have never held office. and
Wust - more, l done want one"
win no greed for the spoils ana
emoluments OF official life. he ia con
aent TO act ms a private" In the great
uimy OF men Who. within tbe
walks of scclusion move Tho worid
WIN no college degrees. but with Tho
practical education Of public schools. he
my be classod among the successfiIl
sen inade men Of the age. The clty Of
leiierson Is named as the birth place
q mr. King. He is proud OF his Texns
blood and nativity. Since tho DAYS or
ms life, az a barefoot boy" he ms
mingled In all the sunshine and shade
OF Greenvllle life. '''''ue
The beautiful home life of this most
esuinhble citizen Is ono o fbenuty ana
Joy N all its relations. An ACCOMPLISH
Cd wife and mother, with three brleht
mappy children. complete spartllnr
nnks IN a life OF sunshine and hanni,
n l,,s Mrs, King, nee Miss Virginln
1llnam' IL one Of Greenvilie's most
worthy daughters Religionalv. Nj
ling y by line OF an a.cesty of
Methoulstlc persuasion.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

Nashville Tenn. Feb. s.--1'here arr
new Developments IN the conteat
gubernntorial case and the city
perfectly quiet
Governor Turncy filed his petiti
which Is In the nature OF il specific
what extent. Mr. Evans All alaa 81
similar petition
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

This name is familiar TO the art
patrons Of our state and country. Lind
gren's Greenvllle Art gallery Is a beau
tlful galaxy of rare gems IN all the
lines OF Photographic art. one cannon
visit the beautiful county scat OF Hunt
county and make his Interview with
the people and institutions OF the city
complete without taking a peep at the
rare and beautiful creations of Lind
grcn, the artist Genial IA hoart and
accomplished In Ais profession, lie wins
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

sspond to the alarm" and hasten n
me rescue of property from the rayareS
OF the fire demon" The Department
Is purely volunteer In all lis Wort,
Ireenville can most truly boast Of one
OF me most efficient and gallant fire
departments of the state
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

the work of his school. Az an educa-
,9r' he ranks among the best minds
prompt and generous support 10 the
advancement oC all interests of his
Town and country; as a Christian gen
uemnn, his character stands above re-
ptoach. The Gazottc correspondent.
who writes this testimonial mas been
Texas teacher for years, and takes
pleasure IN this alusion 10 an edu-
Gator who has made his mark
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

This gentleman is native OF vir-
glnia but has been a resident OF Texas
Tor the past twenty-five years. Col
Carlin entered the Confederate army
from Missouri under Gen, Price ana
served with distinction till 1862. when
he went 10 Virginia and served under
Gen. stohewall Jackson Col. Carlin
wears honorable scars won In his de-
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

Greenville holds a royal position as
c,,ben Of one OF the most beautiful and
Fertile COUNTIES Of Texas. Hunt county
,san The state banner and the sweep
stakes premium for the best display
x, ,'' Ssrloultiral productions at the Dali
,as sfafe fair OF 1891 The soil of the
county is black waxy. and unsur-
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

The mention of the Are department
calls up the question OF water The
"Greenvilie Business Directory says;
"ireenvilie has a splendid system OF
waterworks. costing slOO,Oe0' whleh
furnishes the city with an ample sup
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

.assl Of i NAY. center. the sparkling
.asf H. i IN county Is a brilliant
n. n, ana NJ INES OF the Missouri Kan
',,llsA sras, Cotton Reit" Texas
n q soa,bssraSa sherman. shreyepeoqrt
j. e0onectipgr s'e md u common To-
-@i with MI the city by rapid
~ Sections Of H. Irnin,,
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-02-10

The electrical current plays no un-
important part in the comfort, conven-
fence and cheerful character Of Green
vile. The city has an excellent sys-
fem of electric lights, many OF the
streets. public buildings business
houses churches and private reslueIlcss
are lighted through this beautiful med