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The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-05-20
UNIFORM BALE.
Colonel Peters Says the Agitation
Has spread to the Southwest.

Colonel Peters Says the Agitation
Has spread to the Southwest.
Waco, Texas, May 19-Colonel Il. =.
Peters. president Of the Texas Cotton
Growers association, stopped over here to-
day on his return from Atlanta, Ga, where
he had been in attendance at a meeting
of the planters and ginners and compress
men of the South Atlantic States. which
was held there on the 18th and 18th in
slant. Representatives from Tennessee.
North and South Carolina, Mississippi,
Alabama and Georgia were in attendance
upon the meeting.
In giving an account of the meeting he
stated that Il movement similar to the
one now on foot in Texas was in proGrss
looking to the bettorment of the American
bale by the adoption of a package OF a
standard of uniform cize OF 2iX51 inches.
and that resolution 10 adopt bale OF
the above Dimensions was unanimously
passed.
Mr.. A. r. Churchill, a large steamship
agent OF Brunswick, Ca, was present. and
in answer to question, said that II he
could be given cotton pressed In this uni
form box, 2ix54 inches, at an average
density Of forty pounds TO the cubic foot,
winch nau neen Oenlonstfatpd could b. OBJ
standard he would be willing TO make con-
tracts for the delivery of cotton from
Brunswick to European points at a reduc-
ton in freight rates OF 50 per cent. lie
stated that the present rate from Rruns-
wick to Liverpool and Bremen was 65
cents, and that for Gotten baled by this
standerd he would be willing to make con-
tracts at 80 1-2 cents per hundred pounds,
thereby creating a saving to the farmer OF
the South of S1.67 1-2 per bale.
President Peters further stated that all
organizations present at the meeting had
entered into an active campaign to secure
uniformity In the size of the gin boxes.
and 1t is confidently expected that before
the beginning OF the next cotton season at
least so per cent OF the gin boxes in the
cotton growing States will be of the stand
ard size
When asked by The Post correspondent
what effect this would have with respect
TO the benefits OF the planting INTERESTS Of
the South would derive from the change
he stated that II would be saving Of
from ss.00000O to s10,o00.Oo0 to the cot
ton growers.
Since the death OF Hon, Hector d. Lane
President Peters has been nominated by
the American Ginner OF Meridian Miss,
and number Of other agricultural and In
dustrial papers east OF the Mississippi
river as being a suitable successor TO the
presidency OF the American Cotton Grow
ers Protective association
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KNITTING JUDGE REESE.
IT II Ii Done, There Stny he nm After
ninth to II.

Hampstead, Texas, May Loading
democrats here are greatly chagrined be-
cause of reports received here that certain
politicians of Washington county are quiet
ly preparing to land Washington county
In Judge Peasants column. as against
Judge Reese. for the civil court of appeals.
The disappointment is the greater because
Waller county has stood by every Wash
ingtou county candidate whenever amy OPP
portunty offered itself When Judge Gar
rett was an aspirant for the Same office
Waller county was among the first to lend
a helping hand. II is understood that The
opposition to Judge Reese is moi personal,
but because Mr.. Reese Is still accredited
TO Waller county, while in reality he lives
in BraZoria Consequently, It Is argued
by those wishing to defeat Reese in Wash
ington county that Reesc's nomination
would hurt Judge Garrett at the expiration
of his term. OF course, this is all tosh
when II is considered that Mr.. Reese re.
Sides az far from Brennan as Toes Mr.,
Peasants. Al any rate, Waller county VIII
take note Of Washington county's action
when the time arrives for future remem-
brance.
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Galveston Populi.t..

Galveston, Texas, May 19.--Noah Allen,
committee. has issued n call for primaries
to be held at the various boxes on Satur-
day. the 2ist instant. for the purpose OF
selecting delegates TO the county convcn-
ton to be held on the 2sth.
There will also be a committeeman Sc
lected from each precinct to serve on the
county control committee for two years.
In the city the polls Will be open from 6
to ? o'clock p, m. and In the outlying pre-
cincts from ! to o'clock p. IN.
The populists will put out candidate
for congress from this district, but as yet
there Is no talk OF who the leader will be.
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stntc CnnitnI MITES.

Austin, Texas, May 19.-Information has
reached here that Mrs. Waverly Smith and
her brother. who are heirs of the late John
sealy, viii give $4,000 for an ampitleatcr
and other improvements for the medical
college and hospital at Galveston.
The following charters were filed for
record In the secretary of states ocice to-
day:
knights and Ladies of Liberty OF Mill
can, Brazos county; no capital stock In
corporators: Z. p. Miller, ]. j. lie Fet-
burn, w e. Johnson, V. A. Mabes and
James Lane.
s. A. Nance Co. Of Dallas. capital stock,
$1,000. The purpose OF the corporation Is
to do a general merchandise business. In
corporotors: s. A. Nance, Charles Trotter
w D. Trotter and others, of Oak Cliff
Texas
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Polk county In.tructions.

Livingston, Texas. May ID In county
convention Polk county today instructed
fl State officers as follows: Governor.
Joseph d. Sayers lieutenant governor. J..
n. Browning; comptroller. r. w. Finley:
attorney general T. 8. Smith, land COM
missioner, NJ. e. Groos: Judge court civil
appeal, Second district H. G. Peasants:
railroad commissioner, Allison Mayfeld:
United States senator. Charles a. Culber-
son congressman. s B. Cooper. Other Of
noers not instructed for. Primary election
for county ticket fixed for July 0. All DEL
egations to vote as a unit.
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boats OF about 40 tons capacity. but arc
slow, having a speed OF only seven knots
an hour.
Captain Day had orders to report both
the charter terms and purchase price OF
the boats. He did this aad recommended
that the beats be chartered first and
bought subsequently II they prove satisfac-
In transporting Roosevelts regiment OF
Rough Riders to Key West and from the
tenor OF the orders Captain Day received It
is evident that tho regiment will embark
from here In a few days. The price asked
for the boats is $40, 100 each.
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Conroe, Texas. May 1.-THE county ex-
ecutive committee met hero on Tuesday,
tho 18th. to canvass the returns OF the
democratic primaries held In Montgomery
county on last Saturday. the 18th inst, and
the following selections were made; County
Judge. NJ. s. Cooper: county attorney, 9. w.
Nugent; district clerk. J. NJ. Collins coun-
ty clerk, w. +. Griffin; sheriff, !. c. Grlf-
fifth; treasurer, w. p. Terrell; assessor. r.
N. Pitts; tax collector, A, II. Traylor: sur
veyor. II. NJ, Eldrldge; county commls-
sioner precinct No. 2, C. T. Darby justice
of the peace. John Sterrett; constable. L.
A. Hudson.
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Richmond. Texas, May 1s.-Fort Bend
county democrats met in convention this
evening and elected delegates to Galveston
and delegates to congressional, judicial and
representative conventions. Delegates we're
intrueted TO vote for Sayers for governor,
c. A. Culberson for senate. Wharton Bates
civil appeals.
The Chicago platform was unanimously
adopted
ID. r. Pearson was elected permanent
chairman for the county convention; d. A.
Turner secretary.
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--------~------~--.
wYNNE At SHERMAN.
Has Nothing Further 10 Say as to
Withdrawal.

Sherman. Texas. May 10.--Colonel r. NJ.
Wynne arrived in the city today from
Fort Worth, and has spent the afternoon
shaking hands with and receiving con-
gratulations from friends an admirers.
When asked for an interview concerning
Mr.. Cranes withdrawal. he said TO The
Post oricspoi dent: 81 have already OK"
pressed my views and feelings on that sub
ject In previous interviews, and have
nothing more to say now. 1t is all q
family row. and | hold no animoslty to-
ward anyone We are all democrats
The colonel expressed himself AS well
pleased with he result of the primaries
in Grayson county, and the fact that he
has received hundreds OF kilograms from
former Crane supporters since that gem
tleman's withdrawal seems TO enthuse him
very much Colonel Wynne will leave for
Fannin county tomorrow where he goes
in the interest OF his candidacy.
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THE ROUGH RIDERS.
No Prospect of an Immediate MOve-
ment of the Regiment.

ment of the Regiment.
San Antonio, Texas. May 19.-There is
no prospect of an Immediate movement OF
Roosevelt's regiment of cavalry. Colonel
Roosevelt and Colonel Wood are keeping
the men drilling almost constantly. Some
practice firing was done today with the
battery OF rapid firing Colt guns presented
TO the regiment by Messrs. Woodbury. Kane
and Stevens of New York.
Mr.. Kane supervised the operation of the
battery aud will probably have command
of 1t. He has been made first lieutenant
OF troop X of the third squadron, to which
the battery has been attached.
Two other millionaire recruits" besides
Mr.. Kane have been promoted Maxwell
Norman OF Boston has been made first ser
geant OF trpop X. Hamilton Fish, Jr.. Of
New York second sergeant, and Craig
Wadsworth OF New York first corporal.
About thirty more recruits. most OF them
TEXAS plainsmen were mustered in today,
and the strength of the regiment is now
about 900 Part of the regiment has re-
ceiyed carbines and pistols. The carbines
were issued yesterday afternoon to several
of the troops in the first squadron and
their reviewers were lssueu toudS' NC
other troops are receiving their caroines
today also but the machetes will not be
issued until tomorrow.
The trumpet corps have all been sup
plied with trumpets and Chief Trumpeter
plat is drilling them in the calls.
Galveston, Texas. May is.--Acting under
instructions from the secretary of war. Cap
tain S. A. Day. in command OF the fort
here. today inspected the lighters Bessie
and Laura with view of their transfer
"a the government. These are twin screw
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STONE FORT RIFLES.
composed of Coed Representative
from Several Counties.


Austin. Texas. May ls--stonc Fort
Rifles. Company b, Second regiment,
Texas volunteers. from nacogdoehes. Is
the only volunteer company in Eastern
Texss. from Longvi,w to Beaumont This
coupsny recruited rom several counties
Shelby San Augustine, Angelina, Polk and
Cherokee all having the honor OF being
represented. Captair Ircson. commanding
the company, is young man of unswery-
ing Christian INTEGRITY OF the old school
Presbyterian type Lieutenant Chapman
is Christian gentleman. He resigned the
SUPPLEMENTARY OF the Methodist sunday
school to enter the volunteer service He
is remarkable for his patriotic devotion 10
home and country.
Lieutenant Chindlei Is a young man OF
high moral character, OF the Episcopal
persuasion! and has the confidence and re-
spect of all who know him
Many OF this company do not know
personally, but the majority of the rank
and file are acceptable members Of some
church and of moral Trustworthy char
acters, and with devotion alike 20 their
country, they have assumed the honor
able name OF Texas volunteers TO rend r
service wherever duty calls them. AS
they tread the rugged path of war let tb IN
remember that one Who has slipped the
bitter cup of war synpathizes with them
IN camp, ON the march or in the iron hail
OF battle.
The people of Nacosdoohes manifested
their esteem of this company by sending
them several boxes of refreshments, pre-
pared by loved ones n, home.
Mr. and Mrs Wettermark Mr. Hall
Tucker and Miss I,ollis Dee Chapmqn and
others visited Camp Mbbry last Sunday in
anticipation Of meeting friends and rela-
tves. T. S. Il.
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MOSS FOR SAVERS.
The Reasons why He Won't Vote for
Wynne.

Dallas, Texas. May 19.--Colonel S. r..
Moss OF Cleburne is In Dallas. He is one
OF Mr.. Cranes staachest supporters. and
still fluunts the colors of the attorney gen
eral. When asked to name his choice for
governor under the changed condition,
Colonel Moss answered: II am decidedly
and earnestly for Sayers. Wynne and Jes
ter got into this race for the purpose OF
crjpping Crane and tying up the convsn-
ton. Every one of Cranes friends should
resent this, and l am OF the opinion that
a great majority OF them will. Sayers Will
he easily nominated and bushwhacklng will
be rebuked. ! think Savers will carry
Johnson county"
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Beeville. Texas. May i9.--Attorney Gem
eral Cranes withdrawal from the guberna-
a clear sky among his friends here. They
are much disappointed at their candidates
action, few, II any OF them. seeing the
wisdom of the move II Is the general
opinion here that Mr.. Cranes withdrawal
Will give the nomination to Major Sayers
on tho fret ballot though there are some
who think Colonel Dick Wynne will now
get the nomination..
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THE GUARDIANSHIP.
Mr.. Blake May Succeed Himself in
That Position.

Dallas. Texas. May 1s.--sincc 1t seems to
be the general opinion among Dallasites
who are not partisans OF Colonel Wynne,
and even among few Of the latter. that
Major saycrs will be nominated for gov
ernor there has been nuch speculation
among the politicians as to who Will be
made State chairman Colonel l.. l.. Fos-
ter has stated positively that he would not
accept the place and says he Is In favor
Of the retention OF Chairman Blake.
When Chairman Blake ~ss In Dallas
Tuesday he was asked II he meant 10 stand
for re-eiection to bis present position. He
answered that he would make no effort
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To the Public.

Tyler, Texas, May 17.--The manner OF
holding the primary elections. the early
cate so many counties are being held and
the sickness of myself at this time pre-
vent me ficD, making the canvass neces-
sary TO get myself properly before the peo-
pie OF Texas Therefore. In view OF these
facts. | withdraw my name from the race
for comptroller of public accounts. Thank
ing my friends for the interest they have
manifested IN my behalf and for all courte-
sizes shown me by the people since my an
nounccment, remain, most respectfully,
John NJ Logan.
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ted into compact rolls, inside Of
we're placed the few extra articles of
" with which Uncle Sam allows his
y TO provide themselves; tic small
~ OF ordnance and equipage on hand
laced In shape for the journey, the
&c ard side arms of The commissioned
were gotten together and, il short,
sable preparations for the movement
tne 'front.' were made and made rap
On tne parade ground companies from
yer three regiments in camp were
through their morning drills. The
OF the bugle calls and the commands
oineers floated over the field through
~ ar but the men of the First were
NY 70 notice them, and the work was
ahead unnterruptedly.
~ the first row OF tents, in which
wernor's Guard of Austin had been
red during its stay in camp, the scene
ven oustar than elsewhere. Friends
s'atves OF the members of the COM
began coming out early, and by 10
'nat portion OF the camp in the inn
70 vicinity was crowded with vehicles
~ inscription, ranging from the fash
Surveys and traps down to the
~ ouckhoards and one horse gigs.
ana sisters and sweethearts sat in
sau talked with the soldier boys or
up ana down the unobstructed por-
.ne grounds engaged in earnest
on with their loved ones. With
.Napie departure staring them in the
aeie vas no time to be wasted, and
we're the fond works spoken and low
~ sAcnanged which no other condi-
auairs would have brought forth.
"ao might never again have the
= privilege looked into the eyes of
mothers and promised to conduct
Pselves like brave soldiers and men:
sauer the downcast lashes OF young
- Mnder and admiring glancas were
az me boys in blue who were about
svn Journey from which they might
,sMfn' and fathers, many Of whom
ks% pltter experience what perils
Es, !. lay ahead. wrung the hands
Nv sons, and in husky voices babe
W 40 naught but what would reflect
ana credit on themselves, their
~ and their flag.
'',us before II o'clock the clear notes
sesie call rang out from the regi-
- headquarters and in less time than
- 70 tell Of it, each man in the regi-
od al attention in front OF his tent,
sus ropes of which were loosened
, msir pegs; another bar from the bugle
d. AFTER row OF the canvas houses
Nh MN Ike grain in front of scyth.
ths ~ rev short, sharp commands came
n ulcers and the tents We're quickly
"a .nlo compact bundles, poles were
:. "ee'her and the work OF carrying
R,s,.a point near the railroad track
bsss 70 loading them INTO the cars.
sbo ure operation took UP a remark
M, space of time, considering the
hs msny and, in fact, the majority
,h, oiaiers had never witnessed or
oush with 1t before.
!, w oificer Elliot was asked how
'ooS a regiment in the regular
All, =. the work and his reply was:
! ABOUT ten minutes" AS stated
nus record was beaten by six min
1 ,la' e tlme after the tents fell what
hiis while before resembled a field
II hss a,'sss, looked like an animated
don. niye. with men hurrying in all
vprh v,hcers giving orders regarding
@na everybody working like beav-
4 sss u. the entire regiment a feel
~ Inets was in evidence, although
Ssned and TESTED as they La
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Terrell Texas, May 1s.-Hon. l.. l.. Fos-
ter spoke today to large audience in be-
half OF Colonel sayers' candidacy. Some
of the Wynne adherents are disposed to be-
lieye that Dick Wynne will carry Kaufman
county against all combines II will take
energy TO do IT, The canvass for repre-
sentative between Captain Bumpass and
Judge hester Morrow is growing pretty
warm.
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In.truction. for Dlis..

Sherman, Texas. May is. Seven cour-
ties held primaries last Saturday and six Of
them Instructed for Judge Don A. Bliss
as the nominee for Judge OF the court OF
criminal appeals. Cooke county IL yet to
hear from. II was first reported that this
county Instructed against Judge Bliss. bue
IL is now known TINT other returns have
come in that viii change the vote and u h
thought that Cooke will instruct for Bliss.
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To the Democrats Of Texas.

Tolar, Texas, May IS.-RealIzIng that
ultimate defeat is inevitable to five out OF
six of the candidates for the nomination
OF commissioner of the general land office,
and that a precinct campaign OF the large
counties is an !mpossibllity, now with
draw from the race. Ny efforts were
guided by the rules OF courtesy and respec-
liability to all opposing me. Whenever ]
failed TO carry large county wac close
second. Fer this owe my friends debt
OF gratitude that a life time Gun not pay.
My future will be as N the past actively
devoted to party politics and party SUCCESS.
! row authorize the executive committee
to call on me whenever they need MY serv-
ices for my party. I Will visit conventions
for the purpose OF helping my friends
With great respect ! am.
W. L. McGaughey.
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Kaufman County fvpulists.

Kaufman, Texas, May i9.-The pops d
this county have announced their intention
of meeting In this city on the nth Of June
to put out full county ticket. y. w.
Simpson he's been elected their county
Chairman for the coming two years.
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cAMpBELI,s VIEW OF 1T.
Can Vote for saycrs with Crane Ont
of the Race.

of the Race.
Austin. Texas. Nay 9.--Hon. Il. NJ.
House received the following letter from
Judge r. NJ. Campbell today:
Palestine. Texas, May lS.-Dear Mr..
House: am feeling disappointed but not
altogether downcast. as can with pleasure
cast sayers vote-Crane out OF the race.
Political Disaster has never dimmed the
star. nor broken the spirit OF Drawer man
or truer patriot than the faithful. though
unfortunate Crane ! am pleased to note
thai unanimity with which the friends Of
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to get the chairmanthip aeeiu. III ~ ~
say that he would not Accepf e n it ~
rendered him. Most Of Major aayefSs x(G<1A
Texas supporters Will insist upon 019ls.
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First Regiment Isl Now on Its Way TO no-
bile, Ala.
bND WILL LEAVE CAMP MARRY TODAY
DO Paestine-boys Broke the Regular Army Record in
Rreakng comprehension Regiment Will Also See
Service as Immunes-Camp Mabry Notes
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10The for N,,,u.
re evening ana Tex.. c.r.,,
.,t pulling large crowd bna
II. depot goodbye, only very .ho~, o
| -.de and 10 ont permitted to leave the ,r.,,
second departure early ,omorr,,v
Iug international ana Great railroad
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waxahschle, Texas. May la.-coionel
wynne Is going to open an active CA.
psigr At once to capture this county. "
campsiKn committee has already been ~
ganiSed.
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his opponent applaud his dignificd and
manly course In bowling to the Inevitable
Crane is pure patriot. genuine states
man. gallant fighter for democratic prin-
ciples. and while the outlook for him is
not SO rosy today. predict that he has
not been heard from the last time. While
all this. and much more can be said OF
him. AS much can be said of Major Sayers,
and can and do cheerfully Join you In
furthering his candidacy. as well as the
cause OF democracy Sincerely your friend,
T. Nj, Campbell
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Mr.. campbeil's letter was in reply to the
following:
To Colonel Tom Campbell. Palestine. Texas
Austin Texas. May i7.--My Dear Friend:
Now that Crane has withdrawn, I trust
that we may have the benefit of your In
fluence for Major Savers.
Mr.. Cranes digniiled and manly an
nouncement has made our people warm up
TO him. and ! have no doubt that hts
friends and ours will be able to fraternlze
as OF old Sincerely yours,
r. NJ Housco
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Lockhart, Texas, May 1a--Mr. r. n.
Flowers will purchase cavalry horses for
the government in Lockhart next Saturday.
Horses exactly suitable to the service are
scarce and are obtained with difficulty,
but Caldwell county can furnish her quota
OF the number wanted.