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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1903
Page
2
An advertisement notes the University of Texas has completed its twentieth session and registered 1348 students in all departments. The state school’s growth is celebrated as a matter of pride, and a 304 page catalogue is available free from the Registrar in Austin.
A family living in a remote area keeps Bucklen's Arnica Balm on hand for burns cuts wounds and ulcers. The ad notes the balm as the best on earth and priced at 25 cents at Edgar Matthews' Drug Store.
In a pointed Post remark the Rev Hillis is quoted as confessing with sorrow that our white race is only sprinkled with civilization. The paper quips that soon he may confess with sorrow that his skin is white, highlighting the satire on racial self-importance.
The assassins of the King and Queen of Servia have been promoted by King Peter. Nations demand they be brought to justice, suggesting the king would rather face the nations than the army to which the assassins belong.
J Pierpont Morgan reportedly said a $10000 campaign fund could not be raised on Wall Street for Roosevelt. The President is credited with wanting to run his race without Wall Street money. Both parties are willing, while money makers in campaigns sigh at the prospect.
A vintage advertisement touts Herbine as a tonic to restore appetite aid digestion regulate bowels and energize the liver during hot weather. Endorsed by H J Freegard proprietor Grand View Hotel Cheney Kansas who used it 12 years and credits Dr Newton. Available for 50c at Graham Drug Co.
The British Government states a new man has been set on tracking the Mad Mu rab. This agent aims to track the fugitive, face dangers, and pursue justice. The move follows recent British military actions and signals intensified pursuit by English forces.
In Wilmington Delaware a Black man accused of raping and killing a white woman was burned at the stake Monday night. The piece argues mob violence reflects a national pattern and predicts Northern clergy will react, praising the act as a racist martyr.
A Dallas News editorial notes a hung jury in State of Kentucky vs Jett and White, questioning capital punishment biases and comparing to Texas. The piece laments juror power and influence in high profile trials and shifts to a Mississippi primary election set for August 6 to choose a U.S. Senator with candidates Mr Money and Ex-Gov Longino actively campaigning.
Judge Edward R. Meek of the Federal Court at Ft Worth sustains the Rosenbaum Grain Co claim in its suit against the Texas Railway Commission and Rock Island Railway. The injunction is granted, allowing business to proceed and existing contracts to stand. Postmaster General Payne nears retirement amid health concerns and political pressure.
Henry Loomis Nelson reflects on the Senate as a powerful yet slow to yield body. He argues the people forget early sins, party risk rises when two thirds falter, and senators escape accountability while executives face blame for poor choices. The piece laments public vigilance in elections and a citizenry leashed by inertia.
University of Texas outlines tuition free policy for 119 instructors, 1086 students and 262 summer students and lists departments in Galveston and Austin. Engineering, Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing and Teachers' courses feature matriculation fees, entrance exams, and degrees. facilities include dormitories, gymnasiums, libraries, and associations under Mrs. Helen M. Kirby.
A historical excerpt cautions boys who idolize outlaws to study Cole Younger’s reflections on crime. He condemns outlaw career choices, urges lawful discipline, and argues that prison life teaches restraint, while liberty remains bound to law.
Civic Improvement leagues organize by wards to clean cities with hoes rakes scythes and wagons. One day of work clears weeds and rubbish, improving appearance and health. A Cleaner Graham Crusade is urged to replicate the effort in Graham.
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