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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1918
Page
2
War Review on the Stalemated Fronts and Peace Talks
The report notes winter holds all fighting areas with routine work and light casualties. At Jrest Litovsk Russia and Germany discuss a peace, with Trotzky resisting German territorial demands and German and Austrian union aiming to Germanize populations. It suggests Petrograd could be absorbed, while a western defeat could revise the settlement and extend the war another year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jrest- Litovsk
Teutons
Leon Trotzky
Petrgrad
German Empire
Western powers must decide on conquest or continued war
State Press comments that Germans, Austrians, and Bulgarians seek conquest and that Western powers face a choice between allowing it or prolonging conflict. The piece argues there is no middle ground or viable alternative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Press
A Quest for Souls by Dr. George W. Truett
A new book compiling Dr. George W. Truett sermons is edited by J. B. Cranfill. It records a Fort Worth revival sermon verbatim and includes prayers with preparatory remarks. Priced $1.50 postpaid from The Texas Baptist Book House in Dallas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Truett
J. B. Cranfill
Texas Baptist Book House
Main Street
Dallas
Texas
Hobby Seeks Texas Governor Post Amid Popular Support
The Hall County Herald notes Gov Hobby’s candidacy for Texas governor, praising his swift induction and favorable public opinion. It argues for keeping Hobby in office another year, citing steady leadership and strong performance over the past six months. Woodrow Wilson is favored by many to remain at the helm in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov Hobby
Texas
Woodrow Wilson
Walsington
Gov. Hobby
Hall County Herald
Display Worth of Shoes Guides a Girl
A girl buys shoes for 12 dollars and believes she must showcase at least 11.75 dollars worth of style. The comic line highlights shopper pride and budgeting in a light humorous tone.
Man Turns to Silence Amid Coal Shortage
Reading from a fragment in a 19th century paper, a “fellow with an empty coal bim” is depicted as prepared to say nothing and saw wood if someone provides the wood. The line suggests frustration over fuel scarcity and a stoic stance toward work.
Army training at Camp Travis shapes soldiers into skilled citizens
Camp Travis reports emphasize constructive training for the National Army amid World War I. Soldiers gain telegraphy and electrical skills, topography and irrigation knowhow, and practical trades. The program aims to build physical health, efficiency, and civic readiness as a lasting wartime payoff. Corporal Sam S. Avara of Young County transfers within the U S Army Ordnance Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camp Travis
National Army
Army
Sam 8. Avara
Young County
345 F. A
Ordnance Department U. S. Army
Mrs Glenn Streee Returns Home After Visit
Mrs Glenn Q Streee returns to her Graham home after spending a couple of weeks with her parents in Memphis Herald reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenn Q. Streee
Graham
Memphis Herald
Odis Cunningham Leaves for Graham Bank Position
Throckmorton News notes the move of Odis Cunningham to a Graham bank and regrets the loss of both he and Mrs. Cunningham. The couple were valued for their moral and religious influence in the community and will be missed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odis Cunningham
Graham Bank
Odis
Cunningham
Throckmorton News
Severe Thursday Storm Ravages Archer City Region
Archer City Dispatch reports a major storm blanketed the area with heavy driving snow from noon through the day and night. By Friday morning the thermometer stood at two below, with cattlemen predicting substantial stock damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archer City Dispatch
Military Manners Brighten City Streets
Shortly after noon on Wednesday about five hundred men in khaki marched and counter marched for exercise. They were enroute from Somewhere to Somewhere Else and presented a sturdy, businesslike scene through Bridgeport streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport Index
Porter Becomes Saddler in Hgs Troop at Camp Travis
Private Henry E. Porter from Graham Texas is assigned as saddler for Hgs troop at Camp Travis Texas. His new duties include caring for equipage and hoof care for mounts. The promotion reflects orderly camp staff expansion during the training period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry E. Porter
Graham
Texas
Hgs
Camp Travis
Otto Deats Awaits Orders to Join Flying Corps
Otto Deats is at home awaiting orders from Uncle Sam to join the flying corps. He is already called and will leave this week for service. Albany News reports the readiness and imminent departure of the serviceman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto Deats
Uncle Sam
Flying Corps
Albany News
Mayor Fore Returns After Three Month Absence
Mayor W. M. Fore and his wife came back last Saturday after three months away. Fore had been sick with measles while visiting relatives in Graham over the holidays. He plans to resume regular duties here in the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. Fore
Mr. Fore
Graham
Memphis Herald
Prickly Pear Burners and Plumbing Supplies Ad
New kerosene and gasoline pear burners offered. Old burners repaired. Extra stock available. Orders invited by mail or phone for prompt service. MO. C. Sherman, Plumber, Cisco Texas, Phone 155.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MO. C. Sherman
Cisco
Texas
Tax Reflections in a Humble Income Line
A wry remark pivots on gratitude for having income to tax. The line blends irony with a practical reminder that earnings attract levy. It underscores the relationship between citizens and government through fiscal duty.
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