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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1900
Page
2
W E Cuffs recalls an interview with the late Moody amid the Briggs controversy. Moody says he has not studied theology and plans to preach simply, relying on the promises of the Savior. He quotes Come unto me all ye that labor.
A jumble of trends and incidents describes jeweled buttons for men and women, with movable settings costing five dollars and up, a tale of Congress Landis of Indiana on a train facing a diamond robber, a New York union movement to reduce cab fares, and a Colorado jury case noting a woman juror for the first time.
London January 23 reports the Ladysmith campaign began with heavy preliminary fighting across two days. Generals Warren Clery and Buller push from the northwest and west, the Boers yielding ridge to ridge as they shift to meet the British in a new direction along the Tugela.
A Jan 23 Washington gathering at the Grand Opera House drew a large crowd in support of the Boers against Great Britain. Notables on stage included Senators Mason Illinois, Allen Nebraska, Tillman South Carolina, and Representatives Clark Missouri DeArmond Cochran Missouri Bailey Texas. Congressman Sulzer presided. Bailey voiced strong moral support, condemning England and praising Ireland amid the war.
In Bremond Texas a dispute at the Cottage hotel over an account led to a fatal shooting. Justice of the peace M H Stelbauer was killed by three gunshots after a fist fight. druggist M P Lang was seriously wounded with a pistol blow and a shot to the side.
The house contesting committee reported in favor of Democrat A P Crawford of Breathitt county over Republican Edward Markham. The report was adopted without a dissenting vote in Frankfort on January 23.
In Manila on January 23 the fifty man escort of the thirteenth infantry led by Lieut. Ralston, composed of convalescents from a hospital, was ambushed by insurgents hiding along the road. The train was abandoned after sustaining casualties and losing twenty two horses and packs to the attackers before reinforcements arrived.
W. J. Dent was acquitted in Austin of forgery and is being held for transfer to Dallas where he faces forgery charges. He predicted an easy win and denied rumors that a pardon for convict Isaacs is in Austin, promising a full statement of the facts later.
The United States court yesterday allowed Missouri to file a bill seeking an injunction against the Chicago Drainage Canal. The summons will be returnable on April 2, with the attorney general of Missouri authorized to proceed.
Texas cattlemen gathered in San Antonio for the ninth annual Texas Live Stock association session. The opening day saw a large attendance with members and representatives of commission firms and railways in attendance.
In Ladysmith area on January 21 Gen. Dundonald led a bold river crossing at Tugela. British engineers built pontoon bridges under fire while naval and artillery support shelled Boer positions. A patrol advance cleared Splenkopvey as Warren crossed further upriver. The campaign showcased rapid bridge work and renewed British momentum toward Ladysmith. In Richmond, Gen. Robert E. Lee’s birthday was observed with banks closed and a Confederate veteran camp gathering.
A reflective note on learning from mistakes and the value of courtesy. It suggests that personal growth requires humility and polite conduct, claiming courtesy multiplies life’s power and that the world withholds space from those who close doors on opportunities.
Fort Worth Texas January 21 The third annual National Live Stock association convention closed with President Springer rapping the gavel at 5 30 pm Delegates began leaving for home and tours of South Texas Salt Lake City Utah was chosen as the 1891 meeting site Officers and an executive committee were elected Secretary Martin’s salary was raised from 1200 to 1800 annually The land lease question was revisited and settled after a brief lively debate.
In Jacksboro Texas a 7 year old boy, George Anfeel, died instantly when his father Charley Anfeel killed hogs and left powder where the boys found it. George reportedly looked into a gun barrel as his younger brother lit a match, causing a blast that tore off the top of his head. In Cairo Osman Digna reportedly captured after surrounding expeditions from Suakim.
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