Confederate Home support urged by Georgia leader
Henry W. Grady prominent advocate for Confederate Home of Georgia is pressed by The Graham Leader to organize Texas fundraising. The Austin Statesman promotes Major Joe Stewart to return from the North and lead local subscriptions for a Home for Confederate soldiers.
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Henry W. Grady
Georgia
Grady
Atlanta Constitution
South
Texas
Austin Statesman
Joe Stewart
Wanamaker urged to resign amid alleged self serving plans
The New York Star attacks John Wanamaker as unfit for office citing public outrage at officials acting for personal gain. It accuses him of seeking to force uniformed railway mail service and using Wanamaker Brown of Philadelphia to secure orders at low prices, threatening $140,000 back pay and possible rule violations.
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The
New York Star
John Wanamaker
Wanamaker
Wanamaker & Brown
Philadelpha
Johnny
Arkansas enforces election laws amid northern scrutiny
The Arkansas state system sent a Little Rock man to the penitentiary for two years for intimidating a black voter and another offender paid a five hundred dollar fine for minor election interference. The report contrasts Arkansas’ stance with alleged northern graft and court evasions in bribery cases.
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South
Arkansas
Little Rock
Indiana
Reporter Ready to Take On Political Boss Quay
Mvrat Hatsteap, described as a lion of journalism, seethes with vengeance after party betrayal. He vows to expose past and present political scheming of Quay, calling himself a Napoleon and challenging Democrats to hear a Republican row.
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Mvrat
Napoleon
Boss Quay
Electric Bitters Proclaimed Best Remedy by Testimonies
The Verdica unanimous verdict praises Electric Bitters as the cure for rheumatism kidney and liver issues. W D Suit Seaoesippus Indiana testifies one man cured after six bottles. Abraham Hare a Bellville Ohio druggist calls it best selling medicine in 20 years. Thousands join the testimony that Electric Bitters cure liver kidney and stomach ailments. Available at Ryus Drug Store for fifty cents a bottle.
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W. D. Suit
Ind
Abraham Hare
Bellville
Ohio
aMlris
Ryus
A Woman's Discovery of a Miraculous Cure
A Shelby New Jersey woman Mrs. Luther Lutz credits Dr Kings New Discovery for a miraculous cure after seven years of illness and three months of incessant coughing. She slept after the first dose and reports full relief with one bottle. Ryus' Drug Store offers free trial bottles.
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Dr. King
Luther Lutz
W. Hamiick & Co
Shelby, N. J
Ryus’ Prag
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for All Skin Ailments
Antique ad proclaims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum severe sores chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or refund and lists price as 25 cents per box. Sold by J. E. Ryan.
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J. Re. Rya
Brown’s Pon Hitters Sold by All Dealers
Vague ad copy promises cure and appetite boost with Brown’s Pon Hitters. Mentions general nobility and back acres, and urges arm out use as a remedy. No clear product origin or verifiable details.
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Brown
Aged Texan Arrest Ties 21-Year-Old Murder to Robbery
An elderly Palestine resident was arrested May 4 for a 21 year old murder of Ables. Ben Milam Oscar Fields Henry Fields and John Parker plotted the crime. two killers hid and fired. Milam confessed on his deathbed last January. Henry Fields, the surviving suspect, posted 5000 bond. The case recalls ruffian days when murder went unpunished.
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Palestine
Tex
Ables
Ben Milam
Oscar Fields
Henry Fields
John Parker
Grand
Young Ables
Mississippi
Twenty Prisoners Arrive at Fort Smith Under Bond
U S Deputy marshals brought twenty prisoners into Fort Smith Arkansas on May 4. They come from Oklahoma and Chickasaw country and face charges from murder to whisky peddling. Only four secured bonds, setting a stern tone for the Fort Smith court.
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Fort Smith, Ark
U.S
Oklahoma
Chickasaw
Fort Smith Court
Oklahoma Settles Into Quiet Peaceful Community
Oklahoma has quieted down and settled into a peaceful community with law and order replacing prior unrest, sparking belief that lasting peace will reign in the promised land.
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Oklahoma
Law and Order
Promised Land
Dallas Jail Held 739 Prisoners Last Year
Seven hundred thirty nine inmates were confined in the Dallas Jail during last year exclusive of Federal prisoners. Only fifteen were jailed for public drunkenness. The drunkards apparently pay fines and go home.
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Dallas
Anarchist flag incident sparks Chicago street scene
A Carrease anarchist last week unfurled a red flag in Chicago and nearly faced a mob. The piece notes that anarchism has not been profitable or tolerated since Spies Parsons & Co. and urges public sentiment to condemn unlawful groups like the Whitecaps.
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Chicago
Parsons &Co
Whitecaps
Texas Press Association Meeting Adjourns to Mexico City
The Texas Press Association met at El Paso on April 30 after electing officers and adjourned to the other side of the Rio Grande. They were banqueted at Paso Del Norte during their Mexican tour and should remember past envoy cautions about drinking and staying sober amid festive scenes.
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Texas Press Association
el Paso
Rio Grande
Paso del Norte
Mexico
Century celebration sparks chaos in Chicago and New York
In Chicago and New York crowds marked a hundred years with revelry and ceremony. Disorder erupted in Chicago as a mob attempted to hang a man and violence left about twenty dead or wounded while the press reported bold headlines and a national sense of glory. The eagle screamed in Chicago.
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Chicago
New York
Eagle
Birmingham double murder convict sentenced to death
Hawes, accused of killing his wife and child in Birmingham Alabama, was found guilty and sentenced to death. Sheriff Smith protected him with a gatling gun from a mob. Hawes plans an appeal and seeks a venue change while accepting the verdict as a foregone conclusion.
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Hawes
Birmingham
Ala
Smith
Family clues link many Washington relatives in Dallas
The Dallas News notes it has traced numerous George Washington relatives in the area. The paper states it is not related to G W Washington as far as known, but jokes about resembling him in disposition and honesty.
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The
Dallas News
George Washington
G. W
Dallas Pacific & Southeast ern railway reshapes West Texas
The Dallas Times-Herald reports Dallas capital aims to build a railroad across western Texas. The line, running thirty miles west of Dallas, promises wealth for Dallas and threatens rival towns. Graham is positioned to grow on the railway corridor and could become a second Fort Worth.
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Dallas, Pacific & Southeastern
Texas
Dallas Times-Herald
Dallas
Graham
Fort Worth
Free School for Blind in Austin Offers Free Education
In Austin a large free school for blind children provides all standard studies and music training. Students can learn broom making, mattress and pillow work, cane chair seating, sewing, crotchets and bead work. No charge for board, tuition, washing, or books. clothing and railroad fare furnished if needed. Address Dr. Frank Barxey Sup’t Austin.
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Austin
Texas
Frank Barxey
Sup’t
Jack Evans Named U.S. District Attorney for Western Texas
Jack Evans was appointed U.S. District Attorney for the Western District of Texas. He is widely recognized in Texas as a strong lawyer with deep local ties.
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Jack Evans
U.S
Texas
Evans
Mexican Government to Pay War Debt with Lands Bonds
Reports indicate the Mexican government plans to settle the Maximilian war debt from 1867 by transferring lands and other franchises to a group of New York capitalists in exchange for bonds they hold.
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Juarez
New York
Deputy Marshal Boulden Shot Near Raleigh in Moonshine Raid
Raleigh May 4 A special says Deputy Marshal B B Boulden was shot perhaps mortally wounded in an encounter with a moonshiner about seven miles from Raleigh The deputy wounded the moonshiner who escaped though.
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Raleigh
N. C
B. B. Boulden
Outrage at Public Trust Alleged in Oklahoma Claims
Marshal Jones of Kansas and 700 deputies accused of profiting from claims and showing favoritism to settlers in Oklahoma. A Chicago gentleman has alerted the Attorney General, raising hopes that treachery will face punishment for an abuse of public trust.
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Marshal Jones
Kansas
Oklahoma
Chicago
CW. Fgtinson
Graham, Tixas
Young
Beckham
Race Question in the South and the Negro Issue
The essay argues the South thrives with emancipation and urges patience as the negro advances. It asserts equality cannot come in a single generation, claims law can free and recognize rights but character and civilization require time, and endorses letting time resolve the issue without sensational demagoguery.
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Twe
Bishop Newman
Nature
Law
Earth
Ready for the Railroad Blacksmith Shop Offers Urgent Services
Grexo and Jowell advertise readiness to perform blacksmith and wood work on short notice. They emphasize high quality materials and guarantee all work, appealing to railroad needs and quick turnaround.
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Grexo & Jowell
Arkansas Woman Marries Brother’s Wife’s Father
A young Arkansas woman wed her brother’s wife’s father, sparking confusion over family relations. She reportedly grappled with whether she was her own husband’s daughter-in-law or mother-in-law or sister-in-law’s mother-in-law, and how her children would relate to her husband.
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Arkansas
Browns Iron Ditt ers For Blood and Malaria
Advertisement notes Browns Iron Ditters offering tonic for blood strength malaria tidigestion and hiousness. Promoted as genuine medicine sold by dealers.
Advertising Upheld as Key to Business Success
A leading East manufacturer praised newspaper advertising as essential to attracting customers and securing the public purse. He argued that frequent, well displayed ads are cheaper and more effective than notices or circulars and compared advertising to indispensable clerks in business.
California Senatorla Joys Vegetable Sarsaparilla Sensation
The Petaluma Courier reports Joy's Vegetable Sarsaparilla has surged from unknown six months ago to nationwide fame. Free trials in San Francisco aid dyspepsia headaches indigestion and related troubles, with active plant ingredients from California. The piece highlights Californian pride and the plant’s celebrated medicinal virtues.
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California
Joy
San Francisco
Sale Notice for Cotswold Ewes and Lambs
1235 head of fine Cotswool Ewes and 30 or 40 lambs will be sold for cash or trade for steer cattle. Apply to S. R. Jeffery.
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S. R. Jeffery
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J. W. Graves
Bucklen’s
Arnica
FREE
Petaluma Courier
O. B. Fixuay
Graham, Young Co
Phlete A. Martin
Gaiam
Teras
B. Gat
Solieits
Ite
Per’ Olice
Traas
Marr. H. Cuisy
Ao Ae Ae
Post Office
J. We Gallate Moe
Tenas Biae
Ryus’ Drug Store
R. N. Price
Chetetsigian
Tenas
Bea
G. HH. Cacur, M.D
Seymour
N. W. Corner
W. W. James
Dhani
Moolah
Phovisian Burpeege Obstetrician
Garrett & Matkin’s Drag Store
Ae Byus
Graham, Texas
R. Hollingsworth
Sherrillires
Starrett
Con
Tt. Gay
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