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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1904
Page
7
A Corlonse Tribune column surveys how fear of matrimony shapes legal cases and court pleas. It relays anecdotes of suitors who back out, facing mothers, jealousies, and social pressure, with a lawyer noting many men are hesitant to marry due to speculators and risk.
The article surveys ancient and modern lantern forms from cylinders to multi sided house lamps. It notes materials including iron copper brass and rich woods with glass inlays and pendants of beads and stones. Chinese and Japanese lanterns indicate rank through color inscriptions while Perso Arab uses favor enamel porcelain and threads in decorative groups.
The article compares historical city populations from ancient capitals such as Constantinople Rome and Babylon. It cites figures around 1.6 million for Constantinople and about 1.2 million for Rome, with Babylon near 1.209 million and Athens at 90 000 inhabitants, noting variances among sources.
At Boulogne during a royal reception a crowd of English ladies pressed against the cordons to see more, hindering guards who were unable to maintain the line. An officer called for a drum roll and warned the ladies to stand back or be kissed. After the drum, the pressing intensified and a Parisian journal remarks the women would have stayed if they were French.
Report notes mockery by fellow officers toward a new recruit after a past arrest when he guided a suspect into the station with the warning to mind the steps. The exchange is cited by the New York Press as an amusing anecdote from the bureau.
Under the old age pension law a person must be 65, have 25 years residence in New Zealand, not have been imprisoned for four months in the last twelve years for offenses punishable by imprisonment, and have led a sober life in the prior five years. Income must not exceed 200 dollars or net capital 1350 dollars, and no deceit of property or income to qualify. The full pension is 90 dollars yearly, payable monthly.
Chicago rail lines now ban liquor and tobacco for on duty employees. Western Electric and many western businesses prohibit liquor and cigarettes amid widespread vaping of "playing the races" by various social groups. The push combines moral and business motives to curb habits harming productivity and public life.
A dinner of federated women in St Paul toasted “The Ideal Man.” A responding federated woman hailed the man as the paragon of animal traits, likening him to the lion for magnanimity the ox for acumen the parrot for repartee and the monkey for versatility. She adds the fish for self control the spider for societal movement and claims man is an absolute success compared with other beings.
An evening paper recalls a 70 year old House of Commons remark by Joseph Hume about Mr. Chamberlain. The editorial notes the ease with which old anecdotes are revived and presented to a credulous public, mocking the current use of such tales.
William Dean Howells recalls his daughter Mildred declaring she is full of a beam she swallowed after a breakfast scene. The humorous anecdote showcases the author’s daughter and a playful speech moment.
An advertisement asserts Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery strengthens weak stomachs and treats digestion related diseases. It invites sick readers to consult Dr. Pierce by letter, offering free expert opinions and confidential correspondence from Buffalo New York. A testimonial from Mrs Chesley of Cleveland Ohio praises improved health after using the remedy.
The Fort Worth Record announces a semi weekly edition from Oct 27 edited by Clarence Ousley. Subscription prices are 18 per year for the Record, 50 cents for six months, 25 cents for three months. A special combined rate with The Leader ends Jan 1 with $1.75 per year after.
Majee Austin records his travels in central Africa describing the lion as the earth’s most awe inspiring voice. The scene follows a predator’s meal, leaving observers hushed with fear and relief as the king of beasts signals satiation and silence returns.
A fragment shows the chairman claiming charges against a political caucus organization and promising to refer them to the treasurer. Indignation erupts as the room debates balance and integrity amid turbulent harmony in Baltimore America.
The fragment presents a rustic exchange where a mother hopes Josh will leave idle daydreams to work the land, and Farmer Cerntosse wishes he would pick up a hoe and make a dent in plowing. It contrasts boasting with true contentment, suggesting content is the real wealth.
The piece contrasts French cooking culture with American focus on kitchen space. It argues reducing kitchen and closet areas could ease domestic life and reduce friction, noting English heritage influences and the need for more trusted household routines.
Advertises Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a natural digestion aid and stomach tonic. Claims to cure indigestion dyspepsia and other stomach troubles by cleansing and strengthening the mucous membranes. Mentions S S Ball of Ravenswood and price details for a bottle.
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