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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1900
Page
2
The text champions a life of service and giving over personal gain. It urges consistent work as if to live forever while living today as if to die, and dismisses narrow railroad talk as irrelevant to true purpose.
The outlook in China is brighter, a cautious note of gratitude. The message suggests gradual improvement and the idea that one need not live a life of extreme righteousness to begin progress, advocating conquering one sin at a time.
The text argues life happiness depends on thoughts and character not wealth. It says true riches are peace with God and contentment, while money and time become burdens for those who cannot use them properly.
Residents praise Graham barbecue as the best ever seen. The scene centers on Graham awakening lively and described as not doing things by halves.
A royal decree announces the Chinese government rejects responsibility for the Boxer uprising asserting it did not cause or control the anti foreign movement. The statement aims to deflect blame and justify actions taken in response to the violence.
Géo L. Rhea departed yesterday afternoon with his family to Stamford to oversee the Stamford News. Roz Graves accompanied him as conductor, and the move is described with concern for his welfare.
Official figures show the 1900 echolastic population by district with 665 males and 699 females, total 1364, up from 1284 in 1899. Graham Independent District reports 1900 total 198, down from 238 in 1899, with 86 males and 112 females in 1900. City population decreased by 40.
A 19th century opinion piece argues Theodore Durant was wrongly convicted and hanged on circumstantial evidence. It cites a Salt Lake Tribune confession by a minister admitting to the real murder, and calls for ending capital punishment on flimsy proof.
The Young County and District Medical Society held its second quarterly meeting in Graham on Wednesday July 11 at 2 PM with full attendance. Several new members were elected and a program announced for the next regular quarterly gathering in Graham on the second Wednesday in October.
The report lists Maj. George W. Hunt, Jake Matthews, W. F. Cheat, J. D. Burk, W. D. Spivey, W. T. Morgan, and J. H. Newby seen on local streets yesterday.
A fragmentary 1900 bank affidavit shows Wm D Craig cashier swearing to a document in Young County Texas. Notary Jo W Akin certifies the oath on July 12 1900 with attestations from directors Donager Nogmay and others.
An advertisement touts munt's Light ning Oil to cure backache sprains bruises catarrh rheumatism and other pains. It guarantees money back if not satisfied and asserts speedy relief.
Inning No on Blue Grove features a purse of 25 dollars with officers Leberman captain Ros Myers treasurer and Hoyt Brown manager listed for the event.
County court convened with Judge N J Timmons presiding and county attorney J E Simpson. A light two day term assembled a 12 member jury led by W L Newby and others. the sole jury case State versus J D Short ended with a not guilty verdict on theft of a pistol and receiving stolen goods.
An advertisement touts Cheatham's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a universal cure for chills and weakness. It claims to strengthen the frail and fatten the lean, calling itself the tonic of tonics and the best ever seen, priced at fifty cents.
Mrs. Henpeck jokes over a report of a bigamy arrest and immediate jail for taking one wife too many. The line hints at social satire as the Philadelphia Press notes the case and Mrs. Henpeck fears being next.
A Chicago Tribune quip notes the city's mayors come and go yearly, leaving little impression as a history of the city is sought. The old citizen apologizes for weak memory while a man seeks principal acts of various mayors.
In a Chicago Record witty exchange, Dolly explains why Hikes adorn her hat and Polly humorously notes the fashion quip. The banter reflects playful era dialogue and crowd remarks about style.
O W Wakefield of Columbus Ga lauds Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy calling it equal to any proprietary medicine. He cites two severe cholera morbus cases cured in his family and says he has sold hundreds of bottles with full customer satisfaction. For sale by Graham DrugCo.
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