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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1902
Page
4
A Michigan anecdote recounts Mr Meek Seaith hosting constituents in the capitol circle and a courtroom reminiscence. Lawyer Smith recalls Bird and himself as opposing counsel in an alienation of affection case where a Christmas perfume gift and a carpet sweeper shift the jury. The sweeper, bought for the defendant’s wife, changes the verdict and costs him $2,000.
A Chicago Record-Herald anecdote relates Jacob Grimm’s tale ending promise of a thaler to anyone who disbelieves the story. A Berlin Jewish girl asks if Grimm is at home and leaves the coin, saying she owes him the money for not believing the wolf tale.
A man enters Mr. E.s office to file for divorce. Observing tears, the lawyer asks if he loved his wife. The applicant replies, You seem to care, I just analyzed her. The lawyer laughs, the client leaves for another attorney.
A Texan friend of Representative Cooper offered him a smoke and asked if he smokes. Cooper admitted occasional use and tried the weed, noting it resembled a cigar after lighting and puffing several times. The fragment references a Washington Post account of the interaction.
Ancient amber jewelry described with carved forms in Etruscan art. The Prince de Canino's necklace features alternating sardonyx and amber beetle pendants. The piece showcases raised work and embroidery-like detail, reflecting the patron’s feast and the craftsman’s imprint.
Historically believed foods at night caused indigestion and dreams. Now physicians suggest a light nourishing meal at bedtime for weak or emaciated people to prevent restlessness and promote sound sleep by supplying nutrients during long fasting hours.
A stout hostess hosting a large gathering asks for a glass of water from a pitcher. A swift young man reaches the table first and is praised for his speed. He reveals he carried water for elephants in circuses as a boy, sensing the hostess’s silent reaction and awkwardness.
Havelock Ellis links gout to genius in his research on causes of death and illnesses of notable figures. The list includes Milton, Harvey, Newton, Johnson, Savage Landor, Hamilton, and Darwin. Epilepsy is also tied to high intellect, with Napoleon, Mohammed, Herbert of Cherbury, and Hamilton cited. Caesar may fit, and Sweets is noted as epileptic by alienists.
Mrs Bogelby, worn by poverty, buys luxuries for her ailing husband then finds hope in an offered bottle of wine from Mrs Rich at Riches. The old couple reflect on hardship and delay in relief, with the wine wine possibly long stored since 1855.
The glowworm is the wingless female of a winged beetle and its light raises debate. Some say the glow protects against night birds while others contend it lures predators. The light resists water, gives no heat, and its glowing substance may involve phosphorus, though unproven.
A mural on Mo yamensing prison’s northwestern wall proclaims five thousand dollars’ reward for discovering the man who invented work. Passersby laugh at the sign, finding its sentiment apt for the prison and its inmates, who occupy the cells.
A Youth's Companion tale recounts Blaine's remarkable memory in public life. While traveling in a Canadian sleeping car in the 1860s a five year old girl befriended him. fifteen years later she, now a college senior, recalls their spruce gum quest and Blaine instantly remembers her, asking if she has tasted spruce gum since. He credits nightly review of events and people for his memory.
The earliest swords were short hand weapons evolving from clubs then stone bronze iron to steel. As societies civilized swords lengthened to allow longer reach and dexterity. By the fifteenth century fencing emerged and the rapier reached its peak of development.
A vast trove in the Russian imperial palace stores crowns of Poland Ka zan Georgia Astrakhan and Persia along with czarist regalia. The throne room showcases thrones and insignia from many subjugated nations. The standout is a double crown for Peter the Great and his brother and Catherine the Greats opulent crown with 536 diamonds.
The excerpt notes pigeons used for commerce and speculation as well as war. It cites a 1770 Italian winning lottery numbers sent by pigeon and claims the London Rothschild branch used carrier pigeons to learn of the Waterloo victory three days early, enabling profit from government stock before the rise.
A fragmented verse list describes last rests in a public cemetery with eccentric epitaphs. It naming a hired girl, a boy who tamed a mule, a man unaware of the gun, a doctor who drank his medicine, and other stark memorials.
Miss Della M Strayer of Tully Ken reports years of pain and nervousness from menstrual periods. After using four bottles of Wine of Cactus with Thedford's Black Draught as needed she feels entirely cured and expresses deep gratitude.
The retired congressman John Wise, wife of Virginia now in New York, is described as a warm Roosevelt friend. In Washington he met the president who asked how the people view his administration. Wise reportedly replied the public may remember him as a Washington or a George or a Booker T., sparking a humorous exchange.
An early 20th century ad touts Swamp Root as a cure for kidney and bladder complaints affecting both women and men. It claims kidney trouble harms mind, ambition, beauty, and vigor, and notes frequent urination, scalding urine, or bed wetting as signs. The promotion offers samples and a pamphlet from Dr Kilmer Co of Binghamton NY.
Classified note states a good second hand wagon is for sale and directs interested buyers to apply to Roz Graves at the Home Bakery for details and purchase arrangements.
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