Blaze Destroys Train Cars In Unknown Yard
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02 Aug 1879
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Graham Leader in Graham, Texas
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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1879
Page
1
Old Canoe Lays in Quiet Moorings by the Shore
A reflective poem describes an old canoe tied to a weathered shore. Gray rocks, steep banks, and dark waters frame a scene of decay and memory. The speaker recalls pushing the boat from the strand and watching reflections in the sluggish tide as time, death, and familiar faces surface in the quiet, mossy grave of the canoe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aeenen
Texans Read About Kansans Fleeing Whites Fearful Of Negroes
The Denton Monitor reports a wagon train from Kansas heading to Erath County carrying about forty people including women and children. They claim Kansas blacks are “too thick” and stealing everything, while white residents lament the crisis and recount mobs shooting alleged offenders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denton Monitor
Denton
Kansas
Erath County
Breeds of Sheep in Texas and Adaptability
The author reviews several breeds including Mexican Native Cotswold Southdown and Merino. Merino is praised as best suited for the region while others like Mexican and Cotswold show limited success. The piece argues for focusing on Merino or crossbreeding to improve profitability and resilience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Cotswold
Cotswold Hills
England
U.f
Remarkable Display of Scorpion Parental Behavior
A southwestern Texas scorpion female carries young on her back in a basket like brood pouch and feeds on any detached offspring while the male oversees. The scene, described as a striking natural phenomenon, invites study by scientists and naturists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Drouth Won’t Halt Wool Crop says Star-Vindicator
The Star-Vindicator argues drought does not hinder sheep-raising and urges farmers to focus more on wool production than grain, urging a shift in agricultural priorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star-Vindicator
Land Frauds and Legislative Investigation Debate
The Galveston News questions the Texas land fraud issue and the legislature's special committee. It criticizes the lineup of Baker Picket and Duncan and notes the panel lacks expertise in land law and criminal codes. It warns of weak attendance enforcement and doubts the committee's capacity to uncover deep frauds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntsville
Senator Grave
Senate
Travis County
Col
H Fins
Hihtevine
Messrs. Baker
Picket
House
Duncan
Enen Dame Hatter
Texas
First Concho County Court Held On Grassy Knoll Scene
The inaugural Concho district court convened June 10 at a makeshift site near Paint Rock on the Concho river due to lack of a courthouse. A Fort Concho artist photographed the rustic scene as observers noted a poetic touch to this inaugural session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concho County
Paint Rock
Concho River
Concho
Fort
Farmer John Bell Fined For Calf Cruelty In Beverly
John Bell a North Beverly Massachusetts farmer is fined twenty dollars and costs for splitting the tongue of a calf to stop it from worrying a cow. The incident occurred amid local disputes over livestock care and enforcement of animal cruelty laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Bell
North
Beverly
Mass
Eagle and Odd Anecdotes Stir La Crosse Oration
The Fourth of July speech in La Crosse mocks the national emblem the eagle and its symbolism. A Natchez boy recalls an uncle’s talk on continuances and legal delay. A mistress warns a new cook about thrift, and a sermonizing cleric is said to chase war on Satan. A paper boot invention promises long wear and corns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. W. Peck
la Cross
Wis
Natchez
Miss
Mina A
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