End of a Famous Trial in Humphries Case
Wilkerson entered court ready for trial as a jury was impaneled and a not guilty plea entered. Polk Weeks testified to the hanging of the Humphries. The court instructed a guilty verdict and life imprisonment for Wilkerson and co defendants. Sentences were read and three men to go free after formal motions. The scene carried heavy emotion as families faced the outcomes.
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Lipscomb
Polk Weeks
Arthur
John Greenhaw
Crookes
Captain McDonald
Sheriff Cook
Rus
Public settlement in famous case ends without trial
The district attorney defended the prosecution as thorough and fair while noting no ill will toward the defendants. He claimed the surrender surprised the public, drew crowds to the courthouse, and would save the state over $20,000 and reduce mob violence if repeated in similar cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crook
A Just Judge in Discharge After Kissing Charge
A man faced a justice of the peace for kissing a young lady by force and violence. The young woman testified plainly and the court discharged the defendant without fine or punishment, noting the judge had to restrain himself from assault during the proceedings.
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Justice of the Peace
Greenville Herald
Deafness Cure Sponsor Donates to Nicholson Ear Institute
A wealthy donor who recovered her hearing through Dr Nicholsons artificial ear drums gave $19,000 to the Nicholson Institute at 780 Eighth Avenue New York. The gift funds ear drums for deaf people unable to afford the devices, sent to address 12058 for inquiries.
Famine in India Stirs US Aid Effort and Faithful Witness
The writer recounts famine horrors in India, noting delayed relief until harvest and scenes of death. He cites a child who died despite nourishment while seeking mangoes and recounts inoculation controversy, urging public support for the American Indian relief drive led by Brown Bros. Co. and local committees across major cities.
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India
Ahmedabad
Brown Bros. & Co
Wall Street
New York
Washington
Indianapolis
Bible House
Gungerat
King’s Daughters
Texas School Land Sale Now Law to Reach 10 Million Acres
Special School Land Attorney Ashby S. James of Austin describes a new law placing over 406 000 acres of school land on the market at 1 00 to 1 60 per acre with 40 year financing. Sale to begin within ninety days after survey, with details and a county by county map offered for $100. One person may buy up to four 640 acre sections.
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Ashby
James
Ausin
Tex
Rock Island Excursions Prohibition Convention Travel Deals
Prohibition Convention in Dallas offers a round trip fare of 340 dollars from Jacksboro with tickets on sale September 13 and 14 and limited to September xv. A special 8.50 dollar rate is available from Jacksboro to Granite Oklahoma with tickets on sale August 20 and 21 and limited to August 25. Stopovers beyond Terral will be granted on the going trip within the final limit. The Rock Island system also promotes a National Encampment rate to Chicago from Jacksboro with a fare of one plus two dollars, tickets on sale August 24 and 25, valid to September 3 and extended to September 30 if deposited by September 2. From June 1 to September 30, 1900, reduced fares to summer resorts apply across many states. contact agent T. F. Short for details.
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Dallas
Jacksboro
Granite
Okla
Terral
Indian Territory
Grand Army of the Republic
Chicago
Agt
Chicago, Rock Island & Texas
Alabama
Arkansas
Colorado
District of Columbia
Georgia
Iowa
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
New York
New Mexico
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Pennsylvania
South Carolina
Tennesee
Virginia
West Virginia
Wisconsin
T. F. Short
Agt. C. R. I
T. Ry
Cure for Piles Promoted by Buckeye Price Orgument
An old advertisement touts Tanurrs Buckeye Price Orgument as an infallible cure for piles. It claims proper treatment will cure the condition and lists price 5cc bottles and 75 cent tubes, marketed by Graham Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanurr
Price
Graham Drug Co
Eminent Kidney and Bladder Specialist Promotes Swamp-Root
An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a true kidney bladder and urinary remedy. It warns of kidney disease Brights disease and notes the product has cured many hopeless cases after other methods failed. It offers sample bottles and a free book by mail from Kilmer Co Binghamton NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Sun Storms and Solar Terrestrial Links
The article notes a proven connection between sunspots and magnetic disturbances on Earth. It cites a 1802 event with a large sunspot causing auroras across the northern United States and Europe, telegraph paralysis, and compass needle deviations, while acknowledging no full explanation of the solar terrestrial bond.
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United States
Europe
New York
Albany
Sweden
Russia
Kew Observatory
England
All the News Up to Date in The Leader
The Leader reports fresh items from city hall markets and local businesses. Officials announce service changes and community events. Residents learn about schedules, notices, and upcoming meetings impacting daily life.
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Jacksbord
Short
Texas
Tp. Lagrand
Physicians and Surgeons
Juraham, Texas
Orrice
Ot Square
Charles B. Gant
Tur Granuam Ruc Co
Granam, Texas
Lewis
iMidspeed
I O Te College
Cray - Aaa Addition
Jaham
W. A. Morris
Beckh Graham
Texar
Ial Bank
M. H. Chism
Pohlman
Graham
Attorneys At Law
Young
West Side
Sounre
P A. Marliin
Young County
West Side Pub
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Contractor & Buider
Tg. Incluns
Cabimet Ees Ma Werknan
Scivel
St. Louis
the East
Arizona
California
L &. Trorne
P. Turner
Paed Gen’ Mer and
Tris
A. J. McCan
E. McCan
Edward S. Hume
Bombay
James F. Ballard
The
Atlanta Twice
Times
Sam Jones
W. H. Felton
John Temple Graves
C. H. Jordan
Rock Island
Werner
Encyclopadia Britannica
R. C. McPuams
Cotton Belt
Warner
T.A
Tyler
D.m.morgan
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