13 Jul 1905
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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1905
Page
1
The speaker argues the so called primrose path of sin is a myth and that true happiness comes from living close to nature and virtue. He warns that wealth bred lax morals leads to misery, while genuine contentment comes from Providence and simple living.
From Dallas Texas July 13 1905 the writer announces absence until early August and suspension of the History of Young County. During absence J E Simpson will run the county attorney office and handle duties. The work will resume on return.
The piece claims a second leak in U S cotton crop reports this year and faults President Roosevelt for appointing an untrustworthy official. It urges abolishing the department if it cannot be kept free from market manipulation by insiders seeking profits.
With her flag floating over Russian soil, Japan is in a postion to dictate some terms to her European adversary which she could not otherwise dictate.
The piece notes Graham hosts annual revivals this summer and reports that tonight the Baptists will open a series of services in the court house park, with Methodists and Presbyterians likely to follow. It laments hypocritical church members hindering salvation and urges restoring old time faith before spreading religion to outsiders.
The Farmers Educational and Cooperative Union of America Young County unit plans a regular session in True Texas on Friday July 21 1905 at 10 oclock am Delegates from local unions are to be elected and a union dinner is promised with a calf killed and a feast of eatables 750 members are reported in Young County and the group urges all to attend to transact business and plan the next quarter’s agenda The note adds we must prepare for war in time of peace and mentions an October meeting
Rev Palmer DuBose a young China born minister lectured to a crowded Presbyterian church audience Tuesday night. He described China where his father was a long time missionary and shared experiences from Columbia University where he studied before returning to China in November. Pledges for foreign mission work were taken after the talk and funds were subscribed for heathen outreach.
At a Woodmen of the World gathering the group decided to hold a special meeting on the fifth Saturday night this month to confer the morning degree for members who wish to take it. The Woodmen Circle ladies will be invited and refreshments will follow. All members are urged to attend for a good time.
The regular meeting of Young county Camp was held at the court house last Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. A. O. Norris presided as leader with R. C. McPhails as adjutant and J. W. Still as chaplain opening with prayer. Minutes of the last meeting were unreadable, so reading was dispensed. The Camp approved changing the time of the reunion per Sons and Daughters. Meeting closed in regular order.
The Mt. Zion Primitive Baptist Association of Young county will gather at Median Chapel seven miles west of Graham on the Friday before the third Sunday in August. Camp on the ground. visitors welcome. Preachers expected. meetings in Graham on Tuesday and Wednesday before. J. H. Fisher.
Last Monday drew a large Graham crowd for Trade Day with horses changing hands and brisk trading. In the bronk riding, Watt Mayes attempted Holt horse but did not win the purse as fellows held the spurs. A second Monday is expected to feature the famous Hill horse with more money for riders.
The Farmers Union and other Gooseneck residents announce a barbecue and picnic next Saturday. A keen ball game between two seasoned teams will be played, and a large crowd is expected. Gooseneck is renowned for hospitality and ample food awaits attendees.
J A Baughn brought a corn stalk measuring ten and a half feet in height to the Leader office this morning. He planted the corn on May 1, and it demonstrates what can be produced here under favorable conditions.
Geo F Parsons, long patient with three bales held back by market dips, finally sold on Tuesday as prices rose to 10.10 cents a pound. He had sought ten cents and permitted the bid to go higher before selling, trusting that waiting would pay.
Land Commissioner Terrell says the 6 000 000 acres to be offered September 1 will be listed within three days, overdue printers delaying by ten days. He notes 30 000 applications on file, envelopes prepared for all, and mail from applicants averaging 500 to 1500 letters daily. A rush is expected once lists arrive.
Editor Thomas of the Coman che Chief plans a three week visit among East Texas hickory trees and sassafras bushes. He hopes to glimpse his childhood scenes, despite the heat, hearing birds sing and recalling youthful days when sassafras sprouts aided his future destiny.
A Black man was fatally struck by an officer in Wichita Falls last week during a family quarrel that drew three officers to quell the scene. The man defended himself as the officers intervened, and authorities described the incident as self defence.
Major General Corbin recounts a militia member at Manassas refusing to chew army beef. A nearby fellow soldier watches as the Northerner struggles to bite the meat and jokes about understanding the sinews of war. The quip highlights morale and supply humor amid maneuvers.
A reflective lament on human ingratitude and greed. The writer argues that trust is betrayed by friends under financial stress, noting hypocrisy and moral decay. The piece condemns unprincipled conduct and questions whether hell exists to purge such corruption.
W E Baker brings samples of high quality Japanese plums from J M Birdwell’s Loving country orchard. The tester declares Young county produces the finest variety of this fruit.
Geo Baynes popular barber has built a wire fenced well near the shop at a cost of 6.25 for fence casing and improvements. Citizens contribute to cover remaining 3.25 with R E Mabry giving 1.00 Z A Hudson 1.00 and E C Stovall 1.00. The water is praised as good mineral water, with many using it.
The Kah gyur or Tibetan Bible comprises 108 volumes of 1,000 pages each, totaling 1,083 books and weighing ten pounds per volume. It measures 26 by 8 by 8 inches and requires a dozen yaks for transport. A Mongol tribe paid 7,000 oxen for a copy, plus 225 volumes of commentaries and a large collection of alleged revelations to supplement the Bible.
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