Failures of Lightning Rods Cut Use in 1900s
A government report cited numerous failures of lightning conductors to protect property, triggering a public slump in their use. The article notes Franklin’s 1752 invention and the 1905 Lightning Research Committee report that eroded public faith.
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Deserter Surrenders After Funeral Troubles
A Dallas area youth, fleeing from Fort Sam Houston, sought asylum after a bizarre chain of events surrounding a funeral. A local minister contributed funds to help, a Rapist minister offered a loan, but no mourners arrived and the chief mourner departed town. Chief Fisher sheltered the man in his office overnight for an early morning train departure.
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For Sale Good Residence Near Yor High School
For sale a residence with sleeping porch and two corner lots. Located one block south of 12 East and one block west of Yor High School. Contact phone 401.
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Pastors and Police Head Victimized by Wife's Death Story
Three Temple Texas police and clergymen faced a troubling incident as a young man claimed his wife died in Dallas and asked for burial rites at a Christian church. He offered $4.50 to cover travel as supporters gathered, citing sympathy from local church members. The episode unfolded Monday, described as a tragic Christmas by town residents.
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