04 May 1878
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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1878
Page
1
A long diary of opinions criticizes the Beecher trial and Mrs Tilton with strong moral language. It condemns Tilton as a moral villain and calls for closing the sensational case while noting conflicting views on Beecher's guilt.
Minnova April 22 reports Deputy Sheriff Volney Turner was killed Saturday night during an attempted arrest of cattle thief W. W. Williams in Van Zandt County. Williams was badly wounded and moved to the woods with a guard. Sheriff Williams returned with posse seeking more details. Yurver buried today by Knights of Honor. More particulars promised.
The speaker notes sharp opposition in both Senate and House to a bill forcing Pacific railroad swindlers to repay government funds used to build the road. He questions lawmakers aligned with Jay Gould and his alleged gang of robbers.
A Washington special reports a bonanza of new evidence in the electoral matter. It claims Tilden managers influenced the late Conkling interview and that the judiciary committee will receive startling information likely to force a reopening of the presidential question.
The Newport editor jokes about matrimony claiming a wife is handy at home and always awake to monitor a husband. She will know where he has been, question him, and stay alert through the night, extending the matinee until dawn.
Bevxnar Texas April 29 1878 Correspondence notes Belknap Circuit second quarterly meeting held April 20 1878 at Lower Tank Valley with large attendance and religious conversions. J G Warren P E praised and plans announced for preaching at Round Timbers Broshy Tank Valley Belknap Salt Creek schedule.
A severe rain and hailstorm hit Gaesnoro, Int. on April 22. Hailstones described as large as eight inches in circumference shattered glass and badly damaged fruit trees east of the city, causing considerable damage to the town.
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