04 Jan 1879
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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1879
Page
1
The poem laments the fading of life and the lasting ache after farewell. It contrasts the haunting call of good-night with mortality, memory, and the hope of restful sleep and divine light beyond suffering. The speaker questions why life ends with good-night and longs for meaning after loss.
A San Anton Herald correspondent describes the San Saba ruins in Menard county Texas one mile above Menardville where only the chapel foundation and part of a wall remain. He notes irrigation traces, old ditches and cultivated valley, and recounts legends of Franciscans, Comanches, silver mines and early frontier piety.
A New York firm sickens at a scheming broker’s bean fraud as a faithful young clerk refuses to misrepresent goods. The firm later rehires him for honesty, proving truth strengthens trust. The piece closes with reflections on mortality and virtue’s rewards.
Louis A. Godey founder of Go dey s Lady s Book died in Philadelphia November 29. He established the Code Book July 1 1830 and led the publication until December 1877. At retirement he was nearly 74. Mrs Hale co editor of the magazine is over 90.
Henry Stewart in Rural New Yorker outlines a detailed method for establishing an orchard. He covers site selection, soil preparation, composting, root handling, planting technique, staking, and subsequent care including mulching and cultivation to ensure tree growth and a healthy future orchard. He emphasizes careful planning and continual learning by the owner.
The Edwards County clerk reports no licensed saloons for 25 years and describes fewer jail occupants, rare paupers, 33 percent lower taxes than neighboring counties, and a prosperous, orderly community with short circuit court terms. He notes only one penitentiary commitment for a murder caused by liquor from an adjoining county.
A young reporter’s poetic snowfall line was replaced by a blunt note from the editor, who demanded a condensed version. The editor declared that the snowfall story would be reduced to a terse line and exclaimed for conciseness.
Agricultural guidance urges preparing land for early potato crops as wet conditions persist. Farmers should plan drainage and field layout to ensure soil is workable for planting.
Five Houston and Texas Central Railway lines issued a joint circular announcing passes and special tickets will be discontinued from January 1, 1879. They also set a 20 000 pound car load limit and 22 400 pounds with extra charges, with a small exception for railroad iron. The move aims to standardize rates but risks shipper opposition.
Ex United States Attorney General Wilisme files suit in St Louis circuit court seeking $500 for professional services. McKee allegedly conspired in whisky frauds and sought pardon from General Grant after conviction.
A boy and a girl who were close friends both convert to Christianity. The boy tells his mother he knows his friend Emma is a Christian, explaining he believes so because she behaves like a Christian.
A fragment quotes Jesus Strach asking whether a man who hates another can seek pardon from the Lord. It notes the man shows no mercy to one near him and questions his own sins.
The cold spell prompts cows to move to sheltered spots and huddle for warmth. Farmers report livestock using barns and bedding more extensively as temperatures stay low.
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