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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1896
Page
1
A New York doctor argues civilization starts in the kitchen. Other items note a 7321.2 pound hog by Ellis county farmer Frank Cook, a death by action and $200000 life insurance for ex congressman Harter, a pension bill for Secretary Gresham's widow, and various local and national briefs on politics, prohibition, and social issues.
Hon Rufus Hardy of Texas confirms Hon A J J Baker as the Gold Democrats candidate for governor. Baker is noted as the sole consistent member of the present official family. The text also mentions Mrs Cleveland's friends asking about her weight, noting she weighs 19 pounds.
With three populists on the four member commission the court awarded a printing contract without bids, depriving Tarrant County taxpayers of over two thousand dollars. The Fort Worth Mail Telegram questions the defense the reform party can offer for this action.
The New York Sun reports from London that the home secretary may have decided to release Mrs. Maybrick, who was convicted in Liverpool years ago of poisoning her husband. An official announcement could come next week.
The senate and house fail to pass key bills, causing continued commotion. The Texas Sitter argues that a British dissolution of parliament would suit Congress, suggesting an abrupt adjournment to end the deadlock.
A local citizen in Cleburne organized a new sport, the jack rabbit chase, staging a successful tournament yesterday. The idea of domesticating and training jack rabbits is novel and could lead to further possibilities in this unusual athletic field.
In Wichita Falls Judge Miller pleads for lawful process after mob violence threats over Frank Dorsey murder. He cites two or three orphans and vows trials within eight weeks, while critics warn against endless delays and potential reversals as crime and lynching fears grow nationwide.
A Texas Farmer editorial calls for able men to enter politics, denounces demagogues, and urges leaders to nominate courageous candidates. It warns that the current generation of statesmen will be judged by the coming harvest and challenges youths to answer the Macedonian cry of “Men wanted.”
The Weatherford Democrat argues that voting in the Democratic primaries is essential to being a Democrat. A man who skips the primaries but claims the party is not a true Democrat and must prove his loyalty if he does not participate.
Secretary Morton changed his ruling on the Texas quarantine line shifting the southern boundary of Kansas to a line running east to west through Central Texas. Governor Culberson and many notable Texans urged the secretary to maintain the original position.
Washington dispatch reports a special cabinet session as the United States weighs Spain’s Cuba crisis. Secretary Olney presents a friendly note from Madrid while Spain demands disavowal of the Senate by the U S government. Navy plans to assemble a capable fleet for precautionary use.
Dispatches from Chicago predict the Democratic delegation to the July convention will back free silver coinage. They also warn that a gold standard delegate may contest each district. Indianapolis reports Indiana’s slate leans free coinage and Governor Claude Matthews supports it, boosting his presidential bid.
The Comanche Chief quotes a Heidenheimer Sun item claiming Catholic priests swear to bear false witness against Protestants or commit damning acts to favor their church. Newspapers decry the claim as a disgrace to editors and caution against judging creeds, noting no denomination would tolerate such an oath.
Despite criticism from silver men populists and opponents Grover Cleveland is credited with a large catch of ducks and many fish in a pointed remark from the Shernan Courier noting he has achieved notable hunting results amid political pressure.
A Chicago firm operates a large mail order business direct from manufacturers to consumers on a one small profit plan. It now occupies a major building, employs 400 to 500 people, and stresses integrity and financial soundness supported by letters from the National Bank of Illinois and the National Bank of the Republic. The company issues extensive advertising, catalogs, and a full capital base of 150000. The firm is Sxams, Roxspock & Co., at 173 and 175 West Adams Street.
Citizens are urged to donate to a committee appointed by Governor Culberson to raise funds for a testimonial for the battleship Texas. The appeal emphasizes regional pride and urges timely contributions to honor the state’s marine namesake.
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