Notable Deaths in 18th and 19th Century Figures
A list of prominent figures with their birth years and death years: Robert Burns born near Ayr died 1796. James Hogg Ettrick Shepherd born 1780 died 1835. George Selwyn born 1719 died 1798. James Marion Sims born 1813 died 1883. Duc de Broglie born 1782 died 1870. Brigadier General Joseph Wheeler born 1836 died 1906. Isabella Beecher Hooker born 1822 died 1907.
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Robert Burns
Ayr
James Hogg
Ettrick Shepherd
George Selwyn
James Marion Simms
Ang In
Ventor
Robert Burcaster
S. C
New York City
Duc de fRroglie
France
Guizot
Joseph Wheeter
U. S.A
Brooklyn
Isabella, Beecher Trooker
Yman Beecher
Hartford
Conn
The Man-Who-Does Drives Progress and Hustle
A vivid portrait extols the man who acts now not later, who leads with effort, sweat, and initiative. He is the push that keeps business humming, greases the wheels of progress, and earns the world’s admiration for taking charge today.
Night Sky Events and Halley Comet Prediction
Tonight and tomorrow morning describe sunset at 6 06 p m and sunrise 7 11 a m Moon rises at midnight and is 22 days old Jupiter’s moons visible west of the planet at 1 a m Last quarter moon at 3 63 a m A D 1 52 Halley dies the English astronomer known for the monster comet named after him forecast to return in 1910 after 75 years absence
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Halley
Dutch Treat Fashion Seen in Large Cities
The piece notes that Dutch treat is popular in major urban centers with patrons ordering and paying for their own selections at cafes. It points out a distinction that while such behavior is labeled Dutch treat, there is no actual group or shared expense.
Oklahoma debates over nine foot bed sheet bill draw attention
The text notes the Oklahoma legislature considers a nine foot bed sheet bill that has drawn notoriety in Texas. It questions the motive behind such a measure, suggesting some legislators may have reasons not yet clear to observers.
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Texas
Oklahoma
President cautions on stock ownership by postmasters and civil servants
The president stated repeatedly that no postmaster or civil service employee would be allowed to hold stock in any entity. The remark underscores strict limits on financial holdings among federal workers.
Col Lyon Leads Postmaster Conference for Taft Campaign
Sherman figure Col Lyon held a district postmasters conference in Texarkana Tuesday night to map plans for the coming campaign. Lyon and associates aim to organize Texas support for Col Bill Taft.
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Irservin
Col. Lyon
Sherman
Texarkana
Texas
Bill Taft
Bonham Wagon Factory Hopes Lift Local Spirit
Local Bonham and Jefferson club circles discuss political jabs at Senator Jeff Davis with coined labels amid broader talk of a wagon factory. A French jewelers tale explains artificial pearls from fish scales and pearl paint, noting the discovery by Moise Jaquin in the seventeenth century and the costly effort required.
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Moise Jaquin
Jaquin
New Orleans Times-Democrat
County Court Dockets Heavy With Civil Cases
The civil docket is described as the largest in years. One case completed today, L. I. Hopkins vs. T. & P. Ry., ended with a verdict for the defendant. J. C. Alderson vs. G. H. McDonald also yielded a verdict for the defendant. Jack Carpenter, about 85, was found insane on a lunacy charge and will be sent to the asylum after his statement about alternating clarity and confusion.
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Bonham
L. I. Hopkins
J.C. Alderson
G. H. McDonald
Jack Carpenter
Carpenter
Railway Time Table Highlights West and East Bound Arrivals
West bound trains No 35 arrive at 9 15 and depart 9 20 81 at 12 25 noon 12 45 noon 88 at 9 30 9 50 pm East bound No 34 arrives 8 55 am 9 15 am 82 at 1 16 pm 1 35 pm 36 at 5 10 pm 5 15 pm
Arrival and Schedule Fragments at UK Transport Hub
Incomplete OCR shows times near 6 40 p m and 0 10 a m with two drills and directions North Bound South Bound UK. Missing readable context.
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South Bound
Boyd News Highlights Local Activity and School Report
Community health remains strong as farmers prepare fields for new crop. Miss Minnie Reeves returns from Bonham visit. School progress noted with 42 pupils enrolled and 29 average daily attendance for December 18, 1907 to January 17, 1908. Top students named across grades. Local visits and church services reported. Funeral attendance noted for Mrs. Stanley Adams.
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Kesdames
A. J. Campbell
Smith Reeves
Boyd School
Jessie Hodgekiss
Eva Pearson
Elizabeth Campbell
Lewis Pearson
Clara Denson
Verdil Parker
Jewel Parker
Olen Kennedy
Eugene Clements
Frank Parker
Jessie Hodegkiss
Jessie Hodgkiss
Jessie
Hodgkiss
Jessie Hodgdock
Vis Asternoon
Derry Hag
How to Plant Peanuts for Texas Farmers
A historical guide promoting peanut farming in Texas, detailing planting dates, soil types, bed preparation, spacing, harvesting, and yield expectations. It emphasizes expanding acreage, multiple uses of peanuts, and the potential for a thriving local industry with several factories and buyers in Bonham and Fannin County.
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United States
Dar Qhan
Cence
Norrow
Texas
Bonham
Fanning
Foley's Native Cure Promises Gentle Liver and Constipation Relief
The ad touts Foley's Native Cure as a mild non nauseating tonic stimulating the liver and restoring bowel function. A drug co claims relief without harsh substitutes and notes a general market range for cotton bales. an examining trial in a conspiracy case at the First State Bank building was underway in justice court.
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Foley
Drug Co
First State Bank
Justice’s
Kidney Remedy Claim Promised Cleanse and Vital Health
A brief adv promotes Poley’s Kidney Remedy as essential for kidney health. It asserts the product removes impurities constantly affecting the organs and restores natural function, claiming renewed vitality and well being through its use.
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Poley
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Bistory
Jeff Davis
Jefferson Club
Chicago
Fannin
Fort Worth
Texas & Pacific
M.K
Boyd News
Minnie Reeves
Sarah Crittendan
Lucy Taylor
Joe Crittenden
Little Ray
H E. Crittenden
A. J. Nash
D. W. Hill
I’. M. Crittenden
Ravenna
Boyd
Click
Mae Hill
Texas History
Elijah Campbell
Lewis Pearsoh
Beasie Kerr
Henry Kerr
Clark Donson
Hermon Wella
Mation
Will Hr. Evans
First National Bank
Bonham, Texas
H. F
Piso
Miss Viola Knott
Opera House
Philip Wise
Nunn & Jones Company
Fannin County National Ban
J. W. Russell
J. T. Kennedy
C. L. Bradford
E. H.C. Ragsdale
Hampton
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