Typhoid outbreak forces early closure at Texas A and M College
A serious typhoid fever outbreak at Texas A and M College led to canceling examinations and preliminaries for the commencement and closing the college. About twenty cases appeared and the source of infection is believed to be the drinking water. Acting President Puryear says the cause is not yet located and the college closed May 25, two weeks before the scheduled end.
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Texas A. & M. College
Puryear
Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup for Children
A pleasant remedy for coughs and colds advertised as safe for babies and all family members. It contains honey and tar with no opiates and does not cause constipation. Tastes like maple syrup and is popular with children. Sold by Graham Drug Co.
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Kennedy
Graham Drug Co
Packer cow sale ban sparks Fort Worth commission clash
A war between Fort Worth commission men and local packers erupts over an order banning purchases of cows and heifers after May 27 unless post mortem inspection. Packers demand federal inspection for slaughter of this cattle class, while critics call it another move to enrich packers at cow men’s expense.
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Fort Worth
Price rise blamed on pure food law misstatement
The Dallas News argues that whiskey price increases are not tied to demand but to the pure food law. It states the law forces mislabelled products to be identified, revealing many so called whiskeys are not genuine and consumers prefer real whiskey and are paying for it.
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Dallas News
Black Land Taxes Debate Sparks Racial Tax Critique
The Dallas News notes a black land farmer speaks with bated breath when discussing higher land taxes. It questions why any land farmer, regardless of color, should pay taxes based on actual value and suggests selling and relocating if land is worth less than the tax.
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Dallas News
Oklahoma Governor Says He Would Reject Constitution
Governor Frantz of Oklahoma, serving by appointment, says he would turn down the state constitution if he were president. He notes he would lose his job once the constitution is ratified and signed, a point the Commoner suggests explains his hostility to the constitution.
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Frantz
Oklahoma
Woman breaks arm spanking boy in Michigan case
A Michigan woman fractured her arm while spanking a boy, raising questions about how a woman could strike so hard without harming herself. The incident highlights concerns over corporal punishment and its limits in parental and disciplinary actions.
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Michigan
Immigrants Grow Cotton in Texas Debated by Houston Post
The Houston Post argues large immigration will not greatly affect cotton output or prices, noting immigrant farmers take years to learn the crop. A Farm and Ranch observer recalls European immigrants succeeding in their first season with neighborly guidance, contrasting with planned mass importations to the South.
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Texas
Houston Post
Snow Liniment praised for rheumatism relief in Stanberry
A vintage testimonial advertises Ballard's Snow Liniment as a positive cure for rheumatism burns cuts sprains and neuralgia. Mr C H Runyon of Stanberry Missouri reports strong relief after use and the product is sold by B H Blakeney.
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Ballard
C. H. Runyon
Stanberry
B.h.blakeney
Notice to Prohibitionists March Subscriptions Report Lost
March notice from P F Paige secretary requests contributors to O W Outland State Prohibition Committee advise Dallas of amounts and due dates. Lost mail report prompts immediate notification of cash or pledge contributions for the work of the committee.
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O. W. Outland
State Prohibition Committee
P. F. Paige
Storm cellars urged for homes after Texas tornadoes
A Farm and Ranch note urges storm cellars in every home due to recent Texas and Southwest tornadoes. The piece stresses human lives over property and recalls a Texas case where a cellar saved three families, save one neighbor who perished near the entrance. It argues cellars are a prudent, ongoing defense not a waste in calm times.
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Texas
Southwest
Rocky Mountains
Blues Propose Liver Purifier for Woes
If you feel dejected and the world has it in for you this week, try Simmon's Liver Purifier. The tin boxes are advertised as the best regulator to revive a tired liver and lift your spirits.
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Simmon
Old Time Negro Jonas Miller In Distress In Anderson
An aging African American man named Jonas Miller from Anderson South Carolina is reported to be in distress as unable to work. Local readers note his respected status and long life of integrity, with white citizens once aiding his former enslavers in life and death through generous donations and funeral care.
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Jonas Miller
Anderson
S. C
Jonas
Marster
South
Augusta
Augusta Chronicle
Ex-champion Kruger backs Snow Liniment claim
Louis J. Kruger, famed long distance runner, writes from Oct 27 1901 praising Ballard's Snow Liniment after eight weeks of Salt Lake City training in April. He says it greatly satisfies his sprains bruises and rheumatism. Sold in 25c 50c and 1.00 by B H Blakeney.
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Louis J. Kruger
Germany
Holland
Salt Lake City
Ballard
B. H. Blakeney
State Summer Normal at Breckinridge Texas 1907
State Department of Education conducts the Breckinridge summer normal from June 24 to July 30. Conducted by H. S. Taylor with Edgar McLendon and Miss Nora Beaty named for lectures in civics physiology and sanitation. Good board at 2.50 to 3.00 dollars weekly and a five dollar enrollment fee. An examination for State Certificates will be held at close of normal.
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Breckinridge
Texas
State Department of Education
H. S. Taylor
Breckenridge
Edgar McLendon
Graham
Nora Beaty
Caddo
A. J. Power
C. S. Hale
M. D
General School
J. H. Caton
Colse
Normal
New Time Card for Daily Passenger Train Route
A revised schedule lists departure times from Graham at 6:00 a m Dakin 6:15 Bryson 6:30 Jacksboro 7:10 Bridgeport 9:00 am with arrivals in Fort Worth 10:20 Dallas 11:50 and return departures Dallas 3:00 Fort Worth 4:40 Bridgeport 5:50 Jacksboro 7:28 pm arriving Bryson 8:09 Dakin 8:27 Graham 8:45 pm. The service runs daily through Dallas as a straight passenger train and carries no freight. Local freight runs separately and does not operate on Sundays. Also listed is Graham arrival 4:00 pm and Graham departure 7:00 am.
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Graham
Dakin
Bryson
Jacksboro
Bridgeport
Ft. Worth
Dallas
Tombstone and Grave Digging Offer at Oak Grove Cemetery
W. E. Baker, sexton of Oak Grove Cemetery, offers tombstones for Cisco Marble Works. Grave digging prices listed as adults seven dollars and children five dollars, with prompt, satisfactory service.
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Cisco Marble Works
W. E. Baker
Sexton Oak Grove Cemetery
Public road question urged as vital to county growth
Judge Gro. H. McCo urges Texas county commissioners to fund road upkeep through local taxes rather than bonds. He cites bad roads hindering markets, calls for five day work by overseers, placement of mile posts and finger boards, and stricter enforcement with the county attorney. He notes limited funds but urges diligent use of tools and road lands to improve infrastructure for citizenship and upbuilding.
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State of Texas
Fort Worth
Commissioners’ Court
Young County
Commissioners Court
Gro. H. Mc Co
Ypan
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A. Martin
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State Summer Normal
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Deke Gor
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John T. Elder
Texas Osteopathic Association
Col. McPhaill
W. Johnson
Attorney At Law
Westside
Kay & Akin
P A. Martin
Prairce
Alice
Court House
Drummond Hunt
M. H. Chism
Pohlman's Shoe Shop
W. A. Morris
Graham National Bank
J. L. Vaughan
Garnett
Sangcura Wells CO
Mineral Wells
AM Bal
Cipee CO
Ely’s
ELY Brothers
Warren St
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