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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1884
Page
2
Parker county Democrats adopt a strong lease law platform and nominate Geo A McCall a free grass man as their Jetsiafure candidate. A single contingency exists for McCall to accept the nomination harmonizing his school land views with the party platform.
A destructive fire in Colorado City Tuesday night caused $10,350 in damage to eleven firms. Most suffered uninsured losses as property was destroyed across multiple businesses.
Regents of the Texas University elect Dr George H Halstead, mathematics professor, at a Dallas reunion where about a thousand mounted men paraded the streets impressive display. The report mentions politics and local matters including candidates and editor shifts.
The Gazette defends its publication amid a pending sheriff's attachment to satisfy creditor claims. It warns patrons will not notice unless publicized by the press and pledges continued operation at regular price. The paper opposes a jaundice lease law and asks for the address of a rumored 20,000 source.
United States Commissioner Spann issues a warrant for Texas Governor John Ireland on a charge tied to Revised Statutes. Emil Francois, a key deposition witness, previously convicted under Texas anti disocination laws and sentenced to five years. Francois claims white privilege affects his case and alleges discrimination. The arrest warrant was placed with Marshal Tracy as Judge Sabin set a habeas hearing, but existing pardons and legal actions complicate the matter.
Mistrust surrounds a writ attempt against Gov Ireland over the Francois case as Marshal Tracy holds papers. A senatorial convention in the district nominated W Glasscock for the seat, with acclamation by the committee despite internal dispute. Local reports note church dynamics in Waco and Dallas area with ongoing religious activity in Waxahachie.
Panu Rive Massachusetts reports that all mills closed during the week will resume operations on Monday.
Cameron and Company markets a full stock of lumber cement paint and related supplies and seeks trade in Graham. The notice emphasizes well stocked offerings and broad selection for builders and contractors.
A mob of about forty raided the Condor home during a Mormon meeting in Lewis County Tennessee. Condor was shot in the bowels and died. Gibbs was killed and Mrs Condor wounded. Elder Berry was killed. Elder Jones fled as gunfire and pursuit continued. Elders Morton and Roberts from Utah sought aid from Governor Bates and promised to aid investigations with locals.
Special to the Gazette reports a stormy session of the Republican state executive committee in Aug. 15 meeting. They discussed calling a state convention for Sept. 2 in Houston. Key figures like Jade Binkley urged a convention to avoid party demoralization, while others warned against arbitrary action. Names mentioned include Col. DeGress and Wash Jones as potential nominees, with Galveston’s Wright Caney among visitors.
An exchange argues rain makes corn and corn makes whisky. A Republican paper follows the logic that whisky makes Democrats, concluding this will be a bad year for Republicans.
A Corsicana telegram reports a young couple left a baby in a car at Angus six miles from the town on Friday evening. They then boarded a train at Dallas. The infant is being cared for by Mrs. Kelly, a boarding car mistress.
An early advert claims Ayer's Amue Cure is a stronger preventive and remedy for Pever and Ague. It asserts the medicine leaves the body less tired and avoids fraziness and headaches, with proprietors warranting the product.
Amsterdam maintains government shops for every trade employing the unemployed on minimal wages. Goods produced go to the state, not into competition with private labor. Reported as satisfactory, with London urged relief for the bitter cry. The Independent and Blaine Republicans of Boston reportedly total 8000 omithe rolls.
The Plano Review notes rising public apathy toward nominating conventions and a belief they are unfair. Across Texas cities, authorities move to end gambling and concealed weapons as prosecutions grow, with Dallas and Fort Worth cited as examples of legal reform and heightened penalties.
Minera Wrists Aug 16 Our city is feverish over railroad prospects. The Mineral Wells board of directors has contracted for a line to Millsap, with work starting September 1 and finishing by March 1, 1885. A new company will equip and land the road as the iron horse arrives, bringing freight and commerce to town. The town also faces water shortages while cotton crops may recover to a fair average.
Third Officer Kelly testified that Bear survivors ate the dead after rescue, with most admitting to the act to preserve life while only leather and sealskin remained as food. The crew was told not to speak of it in port. Also reported are weekly US and Canada failures totaling 220, with Pacific states showing heavy casualties.
Aug 16 report from Maxo city says soldiers attacked a band of forty highwaymen near Trapualo in Guarajuata. Negrete the bandit chief and his brother were killed. The colonel commanding the troops was fatally wounded. Pursuit continues as troops hunt the survivors.
A Belton mayor urged local preachers to pray for rain last Sunday amid drought. The account recalls an Arkansas camp meeting where a loud brother’s prayer preceded a sudden downpour causing crop damage, illustrating the unpredictable power and limits of prayer in difficult weather.
County Attorney Wooten announces a war on gamblers in Austin Texas and urges citizen aid. He cites threats and bribes used to block evidence and describes a threatening anonymous note signed Many GAMBLERS as part of the campaign to deter justice.
A collection of partisan quotes accuses Blaine of accepting an 864.00 bribe from railroad managers while Speaker and criticizes post office appointments as partisan spoils. The Galveston News and Chicago Times piece together a political indictment and a jab at the press.
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