Markley Matters and Local Notices From Willard
Seven month old Gillespie child burial reported. John Stinnett’s wife ill. L McDaniel I Tinney W Rasure visited Graham. J W Collier returned from Memphis medical school. Willie Watson back from Graham. Bro Rodgers preached first Sunday. School closed Friday and enjoyed day. Frank Maxey moved through en route to Oklahoma. Sunday school progressing. all urged to attend.
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Gillespie
Gertrude
John Stinnett
L. McDaniel
I. J. Tinney
W. Rasure
Graham
J. W. Collier
Memphis
Tenn
Willie Watson
Bro. Rodgers
Frank Maxey
Oklahoma
A Sprained Ankle Quickly Cured
E Cary editor of the Guide Washington Virginia describes how a sprained ankle was quickly relieved and cured after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm. He notes the remedy’s efficacy for frost bitten feet in his family and recommends it to others. Graham Drug Co. sells the product.
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Co. E. Cary
Guide
Ashington
The Good Roads Question and Road Oversight Proposal
A reader argues the last road election failed due to flaws in law and use of funds. They urge revising the road law, electing a responsible road overseer by district vote, requiring a bond, and penalizing commissioners who accept unfinished or poorly maintained roads.
Gatlin's Sarsaparilla Owlery Tonic Promises Boost
The ad touts Gatlin's Sarsaparilla Owlery Tonic as a superior spring remedy. It claims the blend of sarsaparilla celery and digestion aides delivers greater value than other tonics and will calm nerves and improve blood health.
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Gatlin
Wealth gaps in wartime debts loom over Astor fortune
The Atlanta Journal notes discussions of wartime recovery efforts and references William Waldorf Astor's alleged $2,000,000 debt to the United States while preparing to demand payment from a different, unspecified party amounting to $90,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta Journal
William Waldorf Astoris
United States
Call to Democratic Precinct No 1 convention
A Democratic primary convention of Precinct No 1 is called to meet at Graham in the courthouse on Saturday May 26 1900 to select delegates for the county convention on June 9 1900 and to transact party business. G L Aynesworth Chairman Pre 1 Young Voters Texas.
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Graham
G. L
Beware of a Cough and its Dangers
A cough signals potential serious illness such as consumption or bronchitis, which can be fatal. The text urges early treatment with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, claiming rapid success and offering a money back guarantee if it fails, with Gra ham Drug Co selling it.
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Graham Drug Co
Sage and Peasant Fable Reveals Misapplied Philosophy
A Sage meeting a Peasant hears many misfortunes as blessings in disguise. The Sage laments a fall while the Peasant mocks his woes pointing out risks others face. Moral: philosophy serves others better than oneself.
To live long it is necessary to live slowly
A concise quotation attributed to Cicero stressing longevity through a measured, unhurried approach to life. The saying highlights deliberate pace and moderation as keys to lasting vitality.
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Cicero
Tit-Bits Cartoon Riff on Cooks and Ads
A humorous Tit-Bits verse mocks cooks who bake with cottaulene and claim no grease yet make a hard crust. It notes men chewing plug tobacco and reading ads placed in papers or on fences, highlighting folly in advertising sense.
Mark Twain Enters Race Following Dewey Candidacy
A London audience heard Mark Twain declare he is in the race for the presidency. He cites mixed views on temperance morality gold standard and free silver as parts of his platform and suggests a nationwide campaign tour with Atlanta among potential stops. He says there are not enough candidates in the field and asserts a strong, popular bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta Journal
Admiral Dewey
Mark Twain
London
America
Atlanta
A Remarkable Remedy Praised by Hartford Druggist
A Hartford druggist recommends Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoe Remedy praising its life saving effects. A grateful customer credits its effectiveness at the shore last summer and a man suffering cold pains recovered after a dose. Sold by Graham Drug Company.
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Chamberlain
A. W. Sawtelle
Hartford
Conn
Graham Drug Company
Mothering and marriage advice sparks debate in Abilene
The Abilene Reporter quotes Dr. Ellen Lawson Dobbs of Ft. Worth arguing the best way to shape a boy is a good mother and a wife who avoids flippant flirtations and relentless social whirl. The piece critiques modern behavior with a sharp, humorous tone about domestic expectations.
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Ellen Lawson Dobbs
Ft. Worth
Abilene
Her Inconsistency in Millinery Birds and Fashion
A Kansas City Journal item comments on women endorsing a movement to save birds while continuing to wear fashionable feathered hats, highlighting a tension between conservation and personal style. The note reflects social attitudes toward fashion and animal welfare.
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Kansas City Journal
News Notes and National Topics in Texas packed form
Various items note potential naval station at Galveston, Havana postal frauds near 400 000 dollars, postal rules against divine healers, and R M Love likely Texas comptroller nominee. Mine explosion near Chatanooga kills six. Keechi post office closed sending mail to Jacksboro. National guard funding rising, river erosion in Fayette county, Corsicana jail escapes, Chickasaw Nation reorganization proposed, Manila flag remark, Texas centennial plans, Monte Carlo dividends, wreck near Philadelphia, Chautauqua grounds deed in San Marcos, and a Confederate monument foundation work underway. Health, industry, and transport topics mix with prohibitionist sentiment in the Southern Baptist convention.
The World Through a Child's Eye in Harper's Magazine
Children see the world through a tender veil that makes nature glow with glamour. Adult eyes miss the sheen as life and afterlife touch, letting spirits whisper beyond the veil and mingle childhood awe with heavenly light.
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Heaven
Earth
Harper’s Magazine
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Texas
Markley Matters
Williard
the Sage and the
Ates
BEE Hive
Statium
Galveston
Havana
R. M. Love
Crattanooga
Tennessee
Alford H. Bowie
England
Weatherford, Tex
Keechi
Jack County
Jacksboro
Canarage
Fayette County
Corsicana
8.C. Young
Congress
Territory of
Jefferson
Philadelphia North American
Manila
Culberson
St. Louis
Monte Carlo
Philadelhia
San Marcos
Sayers
Smith
South
Virginia
West Virginia
State Capitol
Aus
John B. Hood
United Confederate Veterans
Capitol Walk
Berlin
Prague
Klongige
Vancouver
Skagway
Lake Bennett
Southern Baptist Convention
Hot Springs
J. B. Cranfill
Southern Baptists
Baptists of the
Lyon & Matthews
Jocksboro, Texas
A. C. Anderson
J. E. Dowdle
T. G. Black
Graham, Texas
U.S. Mail and Stage Line
J. J. Gallaher
Norman
K. PF. Arnold
Vurzpemiant
J.B Norris
W. PD
Cram
The
Beckham National Bank
Buckeye
OMS Ballard
Main Street
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