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William Banton Clarkson

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San Antonio Daily Light, 6 Nov 1888, p. 8: For Reform (W. B. Clarkson named to precinct committee No. 1, Young Men's Reform Club).
San Antonio Daily Light, 6 Nov 1888, p. 8: For Reform (W. B. Clarkson named to precinct committee No. 1, Young Men's Reform Club). 6 Nov 1888 · p. 8
Source: The Portal to Texas History, University of North Texas Libraries (digitized newspaper), https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1592174/m1/8/.
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Keep in mind: Name taken from the library's text index; the article was not re-read line by line. Identity as William Banton Clarkson is the research source's reading.
Evidence for: San Antonio Daily Light, 6 Nov 1888, p. 8, 'For Reform': W. B. Clarkson named to precinct committee No. 1 of the Young Men's Reform Club · the original at The Portal to Texas History
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San Antonio Daily Light, 11 Dec 1889, p. 6: advertisement of Slayden & Clarkson, hay, grain, produce and salt.
San Antonio Daily Light, 11 Dec 1889, p. 6: advertisement of Slayden & Clarkson, hay, grain, produce and salt. 11 Dec 1889 · p. 6
Source: The Portal to Texas History, University of North Texas Libraries (digitized newspaper), https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1592650/m1/6/.
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Keep in mind: Slayden and Clarkson at one place is in the library's text index; the advertisement has not been independently checked.
Evidence for: San Antonio Daily Light, 11 Dec 1889, p. 6: advertisement of Slayden & Clarkson, wholesale and retail hay, grain, produce and salt · the original at The Portal to Texas History
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San Antonio Daily Light, 23 Sep 1895, p. 8: Sensational Suit (the United States sues J. L. Slayden, W. B. Clarkson and W. C. Robards).
San Antonio Daily Light, 23 Sep 1895, p. 8: Sensational Suit (the United States sues J. L. Slayden, W. B. Clarkson and W. C. Robards). 23 Sep 1895 · p. 8
Source: The Portal to Texas History, University of North Texas Libraries (digitized newspaper), https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1683372/m1/8/.
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Keep in mind: Opening lines taken from the library's text index; the rest not re-read.
Evidence for: San Antonio Daily Light, 23 Sep 1895, p. 8, 'Sensational Suit': the United States sues J. L. Slayden, W. B. Clarkson and W. C. Robards for $1,000 · the original at The Portal to Texas History
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San Antonio Daily Light, 9 Sep 1896, p. 5: Inventory Filed (Slayden and Clarkson).
San Antonio Daily Light, 9 Sep 1896, p. 5: Inventory Filed (Slayden and Clarkson). 9 Sep 1896 · p. 5
Source: The Portal to Texas History, University of North Texas Libraries (digitized newspaper), https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1683941/m1/5/.
How it is shown: Complete image as saved; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight.
Keep in mind: Slayden and Clarkson together is in the library's text index; the article has not been independently checked.
Evidence for: San Antonio Daily Light, 9 Sep 1896, p. 5, 'Inventory Filed' · the original at The Portal to Texas History
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San Antonio Daily Light, 27 Nov 1897: real-estate transfers in which William Clarkson, of Liverpool, England, acts as agent and attorney in fact for W. B. Clarkson.
San Antonio Daily Light, 27 Nov 1897: real-estate transfers in which William Clarkson, of Liverpool, England, acts as agent and attorney in fact for W. B. Clarkson. 27 Nov 1897 · p. 6
Source: Library of Congress, Chronicling America (public-domain page image)
How it is shown: Article crop as saved (one column); no retouch.
Keep in mind: Likely: the transfer names William Clarkson of Liverpool, England, and W. B. Clarkson. The other parties are not tagged.
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The Houston Daily Post (Houston, Tex.), 15 May 1899, p. 3: directors elected at the Yoakum Improvement Company (W. B. Clarkson, Houston, among them).
The Houston Daily Post (Houston, Tex.), 15 May 1899, p. 3: directors elected at the Yoakum Improvement Company (W. B. Clarkson, Houston, among them). 15 May 1899 · p. 3
Source: Library of Congress, Chronicling America (public-domain page PDF), LCCN sn86071197.
How it is shown: Complete page as supplied; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight.
Keep in mind: Name taken from the library's text index, not checked line by line on the image; the page image is incomplete at the edges. Identity as William Banton Clarkson is the research source's reading.
Evidence for: Houston Daily Post, 15 May 1899, p. 3: directors of the Yoakum Improvement Company (text only; the page image is incomplete at the edges) · the original at Library of Congress, Chronicling America
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The Houston Daily Post, 29 May 1901, p. 6: "Mr. William Clarkson of Liverpool, England, who has been visiting his son, W. B. Clarkson, of this city, left yesterday afternoon .. for MacLeod, Alberta province, Dominion of Canada, where he will visit another son."
The Houston Daily Post, 29 May 1901, p. 6: "Mr. William Clarkson of Liverpool, England, who has been visiting his son, W. B. Clarkson, of this city, left yesterday afternoon .. for MacLeod, Alberta province, Dominion of Canada, where he will visit another son." 29 May 1901 · p. 6
Source: Library of Congress, Chronicling America (public-domain page image); The Houston Daily Post.
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Keep in mind: Confirmed as printed.
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The Houston Daily Post, 29 May 1901, p. 6: the Liverpool William Clarkson, 'who has been visiting his son, W. B. Clarkson, of this city,' leaves for Canada.
The Houston Daily Post, 29 May 1901, p. 6: the Liverpool William Clarkson, 'who has been visiting his son, W. B. Clarkson, of this city,' leaves for Canada. 29 May 1901 · p. 6
Source: Library of Congress, Chronicling America (public-domain page image).
How it is shown: Article crop; the rest of the page is not held. No retouch.
Keep in mind: Likely: the notice names Mr. William Clarkson of Liverpool, England, and his son W. B. Clarkson of Houston; it does not give a birth year or the relationship to the tree beyond that.
Evidence for: Houston Daily Post, 29 May 1901: 'Mr. William Clarkson of Liverpool, England, who has been visiting his son W. B. Clarkson...' · the original at Library of Congress, Chronicling America
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San Antonio Daily Light, 12 Aug 1904, p. 1: Petition Filed in Bankruptcy (Clarkson and Slayden on the page).
San Antonio Daily Light, 12 Aug 1904, p. 1: Petition Filed in Bankruptcy (Clarkson and Slayden on the page). 12 Aug 1904 · p. 1
Source: The Portal to Texas History, University of North Texas Libraries (digitized newspaper), https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1686747/m1/1/.
How it is shown: Complete image as saved; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight.
Keep in mind: The names on the page is in the library's text index; the article has not been independently checked.
Evidence for: San Antonio Daily Light, 12 Aug 1904, p. 1, 'Petition Filed in Bankruptcy' · the original at The Portal to Texas History
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San Antonio Daily Light, 12 Aug 1904: Clarkson & Co., cotton buyers, are the petitioners in voluntary bankruptcy; William Banton Clarkson also asks relief from liabilities of the former firm Slayden, Clarkson & Robards.
San Antonio Daily Light, 12 Aug 1904: Clarkson & Co., cotton buyers, are the petitioners in voluntary bankruptcy; William Banton Clarkson also asks relief from liabilities of the former firm Slayden, Clarkson & Robards. 12 Aug 1904 · p. 1
Source: Library of Congress, Chronicling America (public-domain page image)
How it is shown: Article crop as saved; no retouch.
Keep in mind: Confirmed as the printed report (William Banton Clarkson named in the petition). Business detail only; no cause is stated beyond the printed liabilities.
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The Houston Post, 13 Jan 1907, p. 44: "Clarkson-Groos", the wedding of Florence Clarkson and Fred C. Groos, Wednesday evening, at 213 Washington St.
The Houston Post, 13 Jan 1907, p. 44: "Clarkson-Groos", the wedding of Florence Clarkson and Fred C. Groos, Wednesday evening, at 213 Washington St. 1907-01-13 · page image
Source: Newspapers.com
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"The annual election of officers of the San Antonio Cotton exchange resulted in the re-election of the old officers ... President, W. B. Clarkson." The San Antonio Gazette, 12 June 1908, p. 2.
"The annual election of officers of the San Antonio Cotton exchange resulted in the re-election of the old officers ... President, W. B. Clarkson." The San Antonio Gazette, 12 June 1908, p. 2. 1908
Source: The San Antonio Gazette, via NewspaperArchive
How it is shown: Complete, unchanged crop as held; no further crop or retouch.
Evidence for: The Cotton Exchange election, June 1908
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The San Antonio Gazette, 12 June 1908, p. 2: the Cotton Exchange's annual election, "President, W. B. Clarkson; vice president, A. Cohen."
The San Antonio Gazette, 12 June 1908, p. 2: the Cotton Exchange's annual election, "President, W. B. Clarkson; vice president, A. Cohen." 12 June 1908 · p. 2
Source: The San Antonio Gazette, 12 June 1908 (page image via NewspaperArchive).
How it is shown: Complete page as supplied; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight.
Keep in mind: Confirmed as printed; initials and local cotton-trade context identify W. B. Clarkson as William Banton Clarkson (Likely).
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San Antonio Light and Gazette, 24 May 1909: William Clarkson of Liverpool conveys lots on Washington street to William and Herbert Green Clarkson, trustees for William Banton Clarkson and wife, Alice Clarkson (11 May 1909).
San Antonio Light and Gazette, 24 May 1909: William Clarkson of Liverpool conveys lots on Washington street to William and Herbert Green Clarkson, trustees for William Banton Clarkson and wife, Alice Clarkson (11 May 1909). 24 May 1909 · p. 9
Source: Library of Congress, Chronicling America (public-domain page image)
How it is shown: Article crop as saved; no retouch.
Keep in mind: Likely: the deed names William Clarkson of Liverpool, kingdom of Great Britain, and William Banton Clarkson and wife Alice; Herbert Green Clarkson (a trustee) is not tagged.
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San Antonio Light, 12 May 1911, p. 16: Farewell Dinner at Menger (Clarkson on the page).
San Antonio Light, 12 May 1911, p. 16: Farewell Dinner at Menger (Clarkson on the page). 12 May 1911 · p. 16
Source: The Portal to Texas History, University of North Texas Libraries (digitized newspaper), https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1692929/m1/16/.
How it is shown: Complete image as saved; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight.
Keep in mind: Clarkson on the page is in the library's text index; the article has not been independently checked.
Evidence for: San Antonio Light, 12 May 1911, p. 16, 'Farewell Dinner at Menger' · the original at The Portal to Texas History
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San Antonio Light, 30 Jan 1912, p. 3: Petitions in Bankruptcy (Clarkson on the page).
San Antonio Light, 30 Jan 1912, p. 3: Petitions in Bankruptcy (Clarkson on the page). 30 Jan 1912 · p. 3
Source: The Portal to Texas History, University of North Texas Libraries (digitized newspaper), https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1693189/m1/3/.
How it is shown: Complete image as saved; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight.
Keep in mind: Clarkson on the page is in the library's text index; the article has not been independently checked.
Evidence for: San Antonio Light, 30 Jan 1912, p. 3, 'Petitions in Bankruptcy' · the original at The Portal to Texas History
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"W. B. Clarkson Tells of England's Lack of Preparedness for War." The San Antonio Light, 3 August 1915, p. 5.
"W. B. Clarkson Tells of England's Lack of Preparedness for War." The San Antonio Light, 3 August 1915, p. 5. 1915
Source: The San Antonio Light, via NewspaperArchive
How it is shown: Complete, unchanged crop as held; no further crop or retouch.
Evidence for: The Light, 3 August 1915
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The San Antonio Light, 3 August 1915, p. 5: "W. B. Clarkson Tells of England's Lack of Preparedness for War."
The San Antonio Light, 3 August 1915, p. 5: "W. B. Clarkson Tells of England's Lack of Preparedness for War." 3 August 1915 · p. 5
Source: The San Antonio Light, 3 August 1915 (page image via NewspaperArchive).
How it is shown: Complete page as supplied; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight.
Keep in mind: Confirmed as printed; the identification with William Banton Clarkson rests on initials and context (Likely).
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"Mean Business Boom": "the prediction of W. B. Clarkson, president of the Clarkson Cotton Company," that Texas cotton would bring as much as 20 cents a pound. The San Antonio Light, 15 August 1916, p. 1.
"Mean Business Boom": "the prediction of W. B. Clarkson, president of the Clarkson Cotton Company," that Texas cotton would bring as much as 20 cents a pound. The San Antonio Light, 15 August 1916, p. 1. 1916
Source: The San Antonio Light, via NewspaperArchive
How it is shown: Complete, unchanged crop as held; no further crop or retouch.
Evidence for: The Light, 15 August 1916
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San Antonio Express, 31 Dec 1916, p. 12A (Portal page 36): classified directory, Clarkson Cotton Company, W. B. Clarkson, president.
San Antonio Express, 31 Dec 1916, p. 12A (Portal page 36): classified directory, Clarkson Cotton Company, W. B. Clarkson, president. 31 Dec 1916 · p. 12A
Source: The Portal to Texas History, University of North Texas Libraries (digitized newspaper), https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth433913/m1/36/.
How it is shown: Complete image as saved; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight.
Keep in mind: Clarkson on the page is in the library's text index; the listing has not been independently checked.
Evidence for: San Antonio Express, 31 Dec 1916, p. 12A, classified directory of San Antonio business firms: Clarkson Cotton Company, W. B. Clarkson, president (cotton exporters) · the original at The Portal to Texas History
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The San Antonio Light, 15 August 1916, p. 1: the Texas cotton story carrying the prediction of W. B. Clarkson, president of the Clarkson Cotton Company.
The San Antonio Light, 15 August 1916, p. 1: the Texas cotton story carrying the prediction of W. B. Clarkson, president of the Clarkson Cotton Company. 15 August 1916 · p. 1
Source: The San Antonio Light, 15 August 1916 (page image via NewspaperArchive).
How it is shown: Complete page as supplied; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight.
Keep in mind: Confirmed as printed; the identification with William Banton Clarkson rests on initials, title and context (Likely).
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The San Antonio Light, 25 April 1922, p. 1: "Mrs. W. B. Clarkson died at her home, 213 Washington street, Tuesday morning, after a brief illness."
The San Antonio Light, 25 April 1922, p. 1: "Mrs. W. B. Clarkson died at her home, 213 Washington street, Tuesday morning, after a brief illness." 25 April 1922 · p. 1
Source: The San Antonio Light, 25 April 1922 (page image via NewspaperArchive).
How it is shown: Complete page as supplied; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight.
Keep in mind: Confirmed that the page carries the obituary of Mrs. W. B. Clarkson of 213 Washington Street; the identification with Alice Ann Peaple Clarkson rests on the husband's initials, the address and the 1920 census at that address. Full page as saved;
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram (Fort Worth, Texas), Saturday 9 September 1933, p. 2 (Obituary Index entry naming Florence Alice Clarkson and William Banton Clarkson). Full newspaper page as saved.
Fort Worth Star-Telegram (Fort Worth, Texas), Saturday 9 September 1933, p. 2 (Obituary Index entry naming Florence Alice Clarkson and William Banton Clarkson). Full newspaper page as saved. 9 Sep 1933 · p. 2
Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram, via Newspapers.com (image 635896916); index record: Ancestry.
How it is shown: Complete newspaper page; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight.
Keep in mind: The Newspapers.com index places the item on this page; that has not been checked against the article text.
Evidence for: Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep 1933, p. 2: 'Retired Cotton Broker Expires' (obituary of W. B. Clarkson) · the original at Newspapers.com
Record: U.S., Newspapers.com™ Obituary Index, 1800s-current
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Newspapers.com - Fort Worth Star-Telegram - 9 Sep 1933 - 2 Obituary for B Clarkson
Newspapers.com - Fort Worth Star-Telegram - 9 Sep 1933 - 2 Obituary for B Clarkson 9 Sep 1933
Source: Newspapers.com clipping
Record: Newspapers.com - Fort Worth Star-Telegram - 9 Sep 1933 - 2
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Obituary for William B Clarkson (Aged 75)
Obituary for William B Clarkson (Aged 75) 9 Sep 1933
Source: Copied into the family tree from another contributor.
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The San Antonio Light, 8 September 1933, p. 32: the obituary of William B. Clarkson, 75, a native of Liverpool, England, who came to this country in 1884.
The San Antonio Light, 8 September 1933, p. 32: the obituary of William B. Clarkson, 75, a native of Liverpool, England, who came to this country in 1884. 8 September 1933 · p. 32
Source: The San Antonio Light, 8 September 1933 (page image via NewspaperArchive).
How it is shown: Complete page as saved; no crop, no retouch, no search highlight. The clean obituary crop is already in an evidence map.
Keep in mind: Confirmed as printed. The 1884 arrival is his own statement, in conflict with the 1900 census's 1885.
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William B. Clarkson, 75, of 213 Washington street. Native of Liverpool, England. He came to this country in 1884. The San Antonio Light, 8 September 1933, p. 32.
William B. Clarkson, 75, of 213 Washington street. Native of Liverpool, England. He came to this country in 1884. The San Antonio Light, 8 September 1933, p. 32. 1933
Source: National Archives and Records Administration / Ancestry.
How it is shown: Complete, unchanged crop as held; no further crop or retouch.
Evidence for: His obituary, 8 September 1933
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