Graham Leader Fire Dept Strike Sets a Record
The Graham Leader notes the town’s fire department once struck, the only such action in the region, but the dispute was settled before any fires occurred. The article also mentions the Texas legislature convening in Austin next Tuesday the 13th, with Ted calling the House to order and Browning presiding over the Senate for a week, followed by a new administration on the 20th when Browning hands the gavel to George D. Neal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Souse A
Rord
Texas
Austin
Ted
House of Representatives
Browning
Senate
Geo. D. Neal
Railway from the North proposed route to Graham extension
An Archer Dispatch correspondent claims engineers are surveying a Rock Island line south from Lawton through Iowa Park Geraldine and Archer City to meet the Graham extension at Graham He urges Archer residents to back the project though the paper expresses doubt and notes it would be welcomed if true
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archer Dispatch
Corps of Engineers
Rock Island
Lawton C. T
Iowa Park
Geraldine
Archer City
Graham
Archer
M R E Marston Not Poisoned In Death At Pittsburg
At Pittsburg Kansas coroner found arsenic poisoning listed as death cause but toxicology showed no poison in the stomach. Friends of the deceased report the stomach contents were analyzed and no poison detected. The Graham circle welcomes confirmation that the death was natural and not self inflicted or murder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Marston
Pittsburg
Kansas
Stoumach
Graham
The Row at Indianola and a Postmaster Controversy
In Indianola Mississippi a Black woman served as postmistress for six years until Jan 1 1903 when she resigned after white patrons demanded it. President Roosevelt refused to accept the resignation and closed the office, moving mail 35 miles away. Citizens improvise a private mail line while debating petition rights and presidential overreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianola
Mississippi
McKinley
Gome
Roosevelt
Post Office Department
Pepatu
Texas
South
Call for Probe of Comptroller Love over Campaign Levies
In a last legislature session criticism arose that Comptroller R. M. Love taxed clerks to fund his campaigns. Sworn claims by head clerk Bascom Thomas allege coercion of salaries and land worth about ten thousand dollars as well as large family payoffs. The piece urges a special investigation to clear Love or face impeachment and public disgrace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Love
Bob Love
Bascom Thomas
Hopkins County
Comptroller's Department
Mr. Thomas
Love
Limestone County
Tarrant County
Thomas
Austin
Congress
State
Not Controlled by A Trust Religion and Denominations Today
The text argues that religion remains outside private control by trusts. It notes two by four theologians overestimating exclusive possession, cites historical attempts by Catholicism and Henry VIII to corner faith, and observes the many denominations and beliefs today make a single religious trust unlikely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry VIII
Mother
England
Territorial Statehood A joint meeting in Oklahoma City
A joint gathering of fifteen hundred delegates from Oklahoma and the Indian Territory convened in Oklahoma City to push for statehood and outline a timeline for the admission process. Delegates discussed legal frameworks, regional representation, and anticipated federal positions on statehood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
The
Indian Territory
Cit
Two Territories Back One State Plea In Congress
Citizens in the two territories favor a single statehood bill and urge Congress to admit them as one state. They reject the omnibus plan for two states, arguing one government is cheaper and the territories' shapes would not form symmetrical states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Sandford defeats ex Mayor Riggins in Waco election
Ex mayor J W Riggins of Waco loses to City Attorney Sandford by a large margin, carrying every box in the city. Voters impeached Riggins for neglecting duties during his anti prohibition campaign, signaling his removal from office and return to private life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riggins
J. W. Riggins
Waco
Sandford
Mr. Riggins
Rumor of Judge McCormick Resigning Circuit Court Seat
Rumors circulate that Judge A P McCormick may resign from the Circuit Court of Appeals bench though no formal statement has been issued by Judge McCormack. The report remains unconfirmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. P McCormick
Circuit Court of Appeals
McCormack
Rock Island Railway Buildings Planned in Dallas and Houston
Report says the Rock Island line project will start soon in Dallas and Houston and the route to the gulf pushed forward as rapidly as possible. Local officials expect construction to accelerate once authorization is secured and funding streams are in place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island Railway
Dallas
Houston
Gulf
Plague Decimates Mazalton as Arizona tightens quarantine
The bubonic plague is decimating Mazalton Mexico drawing alarm in Southern Arizona. Authorities move to enforce a strict close quarantine and bolster public health measures to contain the outbreak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mazalton
Mexico
Arizona
Mrs Mollie Bailey Receives Confederate Remembrance
Mrs Mollie Bailey of the Mollie Bailey Show company received a cedar chest and a letter from J T Jarland J T Hunter and E K Goree after a trip to Huntsville The note honors her Civil War service with Hood sl Brigade hospital work and her parole as a Confederate supporter The Graham community longtime admirers will find the item of interest noting a past denial of a Confederate reunion performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mollie Bailey
Houston Post
Bailey
Graham
Described stock reported in Young County Texas
Reported by R. M. Sunners commissioner Precinct No 4 Young county Texas and left with W T McBee about 7 miles north of Graham the stock described a iron gray mare six or seven years old fourteen and a half hands high branded TP on left shoulder this 20th day of Dec 1902 Geo McLaren C.C.C.Y.0.7
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Sunners
Young County
Texas
W. T. McBee
Graham
Geo. McLaRen
Lentils as a nourishment and peculiar taste
The New York Herald notes lentils, though underused in America, are highly nourishing and popular in Germany as linsen. Prepared by soaking overnight, they become soft in long-cooked soups or mush with frankfurters or ham. Their distinct flavor grows on readers, offering a welcome variety to daily menus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Germany
New York Herald
Sticks In Mercantile Life Paragraph Commentary
A Dry Goods Economist criticizes young mercantile workers who treat counter jobs as temporary. The piece warns that many stay with low pay, lack purpose, and drift through department life. It urges self reliance to avoid a life of drudgery and missed opportunities.
Morning Stare to Evening Stars Riddle
A professor explains a reasoning riddle to children about a dog, horse, and wagon on a road. The little dog staying in front would be run over, so the horse and wagon reach home first. The boy’s answer highlights the fatal outcome if the dog remains ahead.
There Was No Hurry in the Misty Scotch Parish
A parish meemster wandered a village street at night and fell into a deep hole atop water pipes under repair. With no ladder, he cried for help until a passing laborer asked his identity. The laborer replied that the noise was unnecessary as rescue was not needed until Sabbath, calling it only Thursday night.
Public Opinion Notes South African Constabulary Letter
Public Opinion cites a letter from a South African constabulary commander to a local troop officer asking about donkeys. The troop officer answered in his own handwriting with the line one one R. H. Symes, cap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dogberry
R. H. Symes
Bad Company Verdict Cited By Jury
A jury delivered a verdict amid courtroom remarks noting no admonitions by judges and the prisoner’s pledge to stay away, with the prisoner stating he will not return soon. The exchange highlighted the mood of the proceeding and the defendant’s response to the judgment.
Entirely Different Dialogue Sparks Household Clash
Mrs Timmins John accuses Timmins of narrow mindedness and arrogance while Timmins defends his stance, insisting disagreement is not the same as being wrong, and demands focus at home. The exchange highlights tension over differing viewpoints and authority within the household.
Oranges and Lemons Reflect a Bygone Price Era
In a reminiscence club talk the president laments oversupply and low prices for oranges. He recalls a boyhood orange from Florida and his first lemons after typhoid fever, contrasts with scarce costly fruit in prior generations, and cites an 1853 Detroit Free Press ad announcing Havana oranges for sale.
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Reminiscence Club
Pennsylvania
Florida
Philadelphia
Havana
Detroit Free Press
Boyish Gambit at Cigar Store Over a Match
An amused incident in a Cincinnati cigar store features a newsboy who finds a cigar stump and asks for a match. The clerk explains matches cost one cent a box, the boy pays a penny, and then asks the clerk to keep a box on the shelf for when a gentleman asks for a match. He lights one, hands the box back, and plans to give a match from his own box to any future buyer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ceck
Cincinnati
Nquirer
A Long Game of Checkers Between Two Cornish Families
A forty year draughts match between Cornish families unfolds after each funeral. The two eldest members resume play, record board positions, and continue until a man is captured. Nine players have been implicated in the ongoing game, per Lon don Answers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
The Largest Pear Tree in Michigan
The largest and oldest pear tree in America is said to stand near Lake Er ie in Michigan. Planted by French settlers, it measures thirteen feet in circumference at five feet height and stands sixty five feet high. It reportedly bears crops reliably with no special efforts to prolong its life.
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America
Michigan
Lake Erie
He Ought to Know About Botany by Cohn
The late Professor Cohn of Breslau, famed botanist, based his lectures on the four chief elements of life. He wrote C O H N on the board then quipped that he ought to know something about botany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cohn
Breslau
Warring Birds
A Country Life correspondent notes birds avoid confrontation when met with determined foes. Examples include missel thrush chased by sparrow, rook pursued by missel thrush, sparrowhawk hunted by rook, and missel thrush chased by wren, illustrating illogical warfare in wild birds.
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Missel Thrush
Rook
Wren
The Eating of Turkeys Through History
The article traces how the wild and domestic turkey spread from Canada to Europe and America, noting early feasts in France for Charles IX, Savarin’s hunting tales, and humorous anecdotes about meals including multiple birds, with Franklin’s quip contrasting the eagle to the turkey.
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France
Charles IX
American Kitchen Magazine
Europe
America
John Smith
Canada
England
Sens
Lyons
Savarin
Paris
Franklin
The Trees of Paris Culture and Care Behind City Forests
Paris leads in city tree culture due to a structured care system. Nurseries grow and prune trees, transplant roots to harden them, and plant them with nursery precision. Each tree can cost about 50 dollars, and nurseries supply replacements after storms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Bible student sparks humor in Sunday school prompt
A Sunday school member asked children to name where the word holy first appears in the Bible. After a moment the sharp urchin answered, please sir, on the cover, eliciting amusement at the clever reply.
Notice of charter consolidation and railroad purchases
Notice is given that the Chicago Rock Island Gulf Railway and related lines seek to assemble in Austin on the second Tuesday in January 1903 to obtain authorizing approvals. The plan covers purchasing and consolidating lines and properties of several Chicago Rock Island entities and related railways, with bonds and extensions planned under Texas law. W B Leeds signs as president.
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Chivago, Rock Island & Go Railway Company
Chicago, Rock Island & ‘Texas and Company
Chicago, Rock Island & Mexico Railwh
Choctaw, Oklahoma Texas Railroad Company
State of
Texas
Austin
Chicago
Rock Island & Gulf Railway
Chicago, Rock Island & Texas Railway Company
Chicago, Rock Island & Mexico Railway Company
Bodten, Oklahoma & Texas |Ailroad Conrny
Chicago, Rock Island & Texas Railway
Comany
Chicago, Island & Mensico Railway Company
Choctaw, Oklahoma & Texes Railroad Company
Chicago, Rock Island & Texas Raiway Company
Choctaw, Oklahoma & Texas Railroad Company
Chicago, Rock Island & Gulf Silway
Chicago, Rocksland & Gulf Railway Company
Chicago, Rock Island & Gulf Railway Company
OntCaco
Rock IsLand & Guy RathWay Company
W. B. Leeds
Ontcado
Rock Istanp & Texas RaiLwa C Company
CuiCacc
Rockstanpé&Karco RaiLway Company
Croc
Oklahoma & Texas Railroad Company
Divorce Petition Issued in Young County Texas Court
The State of Texas issues a publication for a divorce case between Addie France and J Tre a brance. The order requires public notice weekly for weeks, with a return date at the Young County District Court in Graham on February 6, 1903. The petition filed February 31, 1902 seeks divorce, custody of a minor child, and general relief, citing desertion and alleged cruelty since May 11, 1900.
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State of
Texas
Sherif
Young County
J. Alfred France
Grabem
Addie Trance
Plantiff
J. Trea Brance
Femel
Geo T H. McLaren
Graham
A. D
Giro
H. McLaren
Gee
Young Co
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P. A. Martin
Mre
Marston
Territorial Statehood
Epicures
Laura S. Webb
Woman's Democratic Clubs
Ohio
Cardus
Dee S Geetle
Cardui
Mrs. Webb
McJimsey
Jas. A. McLaren
Eliekiainaa
Young
PES
Grabar
Geo McLaren
Young'o
Tex
H. C
Lorne Ie
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