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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1902
Page
4
Informed readers learn that the German empire formed by Bismarck in 1871 unites 45 states under a central government. It covers 208,830 square miles and has about 56 million people, rivaling the United States in population and region in Europe.
A sensational claim touts Dr King’s New Discovery as a universal remedy for consumption pneumonia bronchitis asthma and croup with guaranteed throat and lung relief. The advertisement cites thousands saved and offers trial bottles free at Edgar Matthews & Co with priced full bottles.
Washington special reports Senator Gallinger, chairman of the pensions committee, sought messenger Blank in the committee room after ringing the bell. Blank, ornate in dress, arrived late, prompting Gallinger to ask the elevator attendant to locate him politely.
Mr C B Wingfield of Fair Play Missouri suffered chronic dysentery for thirty five years. He states Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy did him more good than any other medicine. For ease by Graham Drug Co.
An excerpt from the Statesman argues that renaming the poor farm cannot soften its harsh impact. It laments the ingrained dread among the very poor toward such institutions and urges pity for those subjected to confinement as a necessary measure rather than condemnation.
An old advertisement proclaims Hunt's Lightning Inhaled as a cure for catarrh and head colds with drops promising relief from cramps cholera morbus and other troubles. It guarantees relief and lists prices at 25 and 50 cents.
The quote urges focusing on the good in everyone, honoring and imitating strength to let faults fall away naturally as time passes, reflecting Ruskin's moral guidance on restraint and self-improvement.
Dr Henry Louis Smith president of Davidson College lectured last night in Charlotte recalling financial debates of the era. He reintroduced old remarks on wheat and silver prices, the crime of 1873 and the belief in a fixed silver to gold ratio. He noted the difficulty in answering the claim that divine providence set precious metals in earth and praised reminding readers of forgotten history.
Henry T. Croek of the Asheville Gazette reports a dramatic remedy outcome after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism. He says a severe winter case improved after two thirds of a bottle, with no rheumatic pain since. Sold by Graham Drug Co.
Ben R. Tillman Jr., son of the South Carolina senator, stood beside McLaurin as Tillman accused him of lying. He watched closely while his father jumped over Teller’s legs and struck McLaurin in the eye, showcasing notable self restraint amid a chaotic scene.
An ad states that Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic contains iron and quinine with the formula printed on every bottle, offering no cure and a pay first policy priced at 50 cents.
The Statesman notes a surplus exceeding 2,000,000 in the federal treasury for last month, praising growth and stability while arguing for repealing the war tax act. It urges circulating the surplus among the people where it can do the most good, not locked in treasuries.
A terse advertisement promoting Wuuire's Cream Vermipage as a general tonic to aid feeble digestive power and colic in children. It notes the product is for sale at Graham Drug Co with a price of 25 cents.
A new convert, full of zeal, offered himself for service during his first prayer meeting remarks declaring readiness to do anything the Lord asks, as long as it is honorable.
A portrait of a Great Lakes lake skipper who pilots a 500 foot ore carrier through fog, shallow channels, and shoals with bold speed. He risks danger to keep schedules, preferring open water but adapting to harsh winter seasons as tug boats wait. A quote from William Davenport Hulbert appears.
A German physician treats an aristocratic lady whose only ailment is lack of exercise. His plan includes rising at 5, walking, tea, a second walk, and breakfast at 8. She speeds to his office after mistakenly taking the chocolate first, prompting a quick correction and an emetic. The patient improves after adjustments.
The article details bee anatomy including the tongue as a pump aid, wax glands under the abdomen with scales shed as wax flakes, and two-jointed cutters. It notes wax drawn from these plates, chewed and softened in the mouth, with hind legs sculpted for pollen gathering and cleansing, and front legs carrying a comb for antenna cleaning.
The article details life spans across bird groups from small singing species eight to eighteen years to parrots and ravens living many decades in captivity. It notes wild geese surpassing a hundred years and swans possibly reaching 300, with life expectancies tied to fertility and young mortality. Weisman observes such longevity prevents extinction.
The origin of coin names reveals weight standards long forgotten. The term chilling links to German pfennig, penny to pfennig, and crown to the mark placed on the coin. The franc name arose from King John’s 1360 issue with the motto Le Roi Fran and two types, horse and foot.
Instructions from Texas Farmer advise cleaning enamel ware by a hot soda bath. Boil vessels in water with one ounce of soda per gallon for twenty minutes. If food burns, cover bottom with wood ashes, fill with cold water, and boil again. Repeat if necessary.
Michigan politician Hank Smith leads visiting constituents to the capitol and social circles while recounting a courtroom tale with Adrian lawyer John Bird. A former alienation of affection case featured a perfume gift and a carpet sweeper that allegedly swayed a jury, costing the defendant $2,000.
A fragmentary anecdote recalls Jacob Grimm and a Berlin girl who pays him a thaler for not believing his wolf tale. The piece then cites a Chicago Record-Herald anecdote about a black man seeking a divorce, whose judge asks about love and the man replies he “analyzed” his wife, prompting embarrassment and a change of venue.
A Texan friend of Representative Cooper met him recently and asked if he smokes. Cooper replied that he sometimes smokes.
The Texan hands over an item described as something like a cigar and Cooper lights it, puffing three or four times before asking what it is. The exchange features a brief identification moment and mutual assent on the resemblance.
A Chambers Journal note describes a new member swearing to keep the society's secrets eternal. The vow binds him with the right hand on a sword cross hilt, pledging secrecy from family, fire, rain, sun warmed things, and even the pope could not annul it.
Dr Tarr Broe addressed by Mens cre Co at 79 East 130th Street New York City for official notice.
The notice advertises renewal offers for The Leader and The Commoner, urging subscribers not to miss issues. It states an exceptionally low rate of $1.65 for one year together, with The Commoner priced at $1.00 separately. Orders should be sent to The Leader in Graham, Texas.
The Dallas Semi-Weekly News asserts it presents the truth of the case, aiming to deliver factual coverage without embellishment or speculation. Readers are assured of reliable reporting as the article outlines key details and corroborating information.
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