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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1900
Page
2
Payment Notice From GEO. L. RHEA
A terse note states that the price of an unspecified service remains due in advance or the recipient is in arrears. It implies provision at no cost to those unable to pay and asks recipients to respond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. L
Rhea
Rail Commission OKs Use of Double Headers on Roads
The Railroad Commission approves allowing double header road configurations for improved traffic flow. Officials state the change will enable safer vehicle movements and reduce congestion on selected routes. Local jurisdictions are advised to adjust signage and lane markings.
Free Homes Bill Passes in Oklahoma
Oklahoma residents celebrate passage of a Free Homes bill, marking a major policy shift and public relief across the state. Local supporters praise the measure as a step toward affordable housing and economic stability.
Latest returns for Railroad Commissioner race
The latest returns show Storey with 270 votes Curtis 189 and Morris 4 in the Railroad Commissioner race including a small count for each candidate from ongoing tallies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtis
Flag Returned to Followers After Civil War Capture
A captured flag has been returned to its supporters by the opposing side, marking a symbolic gesture in the lingering Civil War era tensions and reuniting the group with a reminder of their historical struggle.
Sixteen Smallpox Cases Reported in Duffan Erath County
Sixteen cases of small pox are reported at Duffan a small inland town seven miles north of Hieo in Erath county. The notice notes a rising concern for local health authorities and calls for isolation and containment measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duffan
Erath
Hieo
Envoy from Transvaal Arrives in New York Seeks War Stop
A Transvaal envoy has landed in New York to urge the U.S. government to intervene and help halt hostilities. The mission aims to press for mediation and a peaceful settlement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Transvaal
New York
Paris Exposition Lacks American Interest
The Paris exposition is in full blast but fails to generate expected interest in America.
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America
Fire Fatalities Endanger Erath County Elderly and Granddaughter
Sam Leatherman an elder resident of Erath County and his granddaughter died in a blaze lit by oil. The fatal incident occurred on the 13th of this month as reported by local authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Leatherman
Erath Co
Supreme Court Adjourns Without Kentucky Governor Race Decision
The Supreme Court in Washington adjourned for a week without issuing a ruling in the Kentucky gubernatorial contest. No decision was announced as justices take a temporary recess while a dispute remains unresolved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Washington City
Kentucky
Odd Quip on Men Bargaining for Clothes and Cash
A clipped, era voice notes some men would barter their wardrobe only for a few paltry dollars. The fragment reflects thrift or desperation in a plainspoken tone.
How Bless Is He Who Lives In Peace With All Mankind
The quote laments a child who died in infancy, contrasting blessed peaceable living with the tragedy of early death without further context.
Prohibition Prices Spur Whiskey Trade Note
A brief remark notes that the South African war has unintentionally driven whiskey to prohibition prices, implying economic effects in the region.
Finley Leads in County Comptroller Race as Returns Grow
Latest county primary results show Finley ahead of Love for comptroller by 228 to 219 votes with Fannin voters still undeclared at twelve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finley
Love
Comptroller
Fannin
Destructive Texas Cyclones Cause Widespread Damage
Several cyclones battered Texas in recent weeks with Denton County suffering heavy destruction. San Antonio saw property losses in the thousands of dollars as residents repair after the storms. Local officials assess the aftermath and coordinate relief efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
San Antonio
Denton County
Dewey Sparks Crowd Uproar as He Visited City
Dewey draws thousands of admirers who cheer and applaud during his appearance, suggesting he is not as politically unpopular as some claim. The scene indicates strong public interest and lively reaction to his presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewey
Dreyfus Asked to Leave Paris After Demonstration Fears
Dreyfus visited Paris recently and authorities ordered him to depart to prevent potential demonstrations. Citizens have not forgotten his alleged wrongs, fueling tension and action around his presence in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dreyfus
Paris
Arrogant Possessions Spark Public Outcry
A sharp critique targets ostentatious wealth and vanity, denouncing those who demand deference due to material possessions and a grandiose sense of self. The piece condemns social pretense and urges humility.
Bailey Faces Little Opposition After Chilton Withdrawal
The piece notes friends cheer for Bailey while Chilton’s withdrawal reduces opposition. It claims Bailey will face little challenge since public admiration for Chilton grew stronger than for Bailey, and people did not dislike Bailey but preferred Chilton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bailey
Mr. Chilton
Home Again After Stamford Visit and News Firm’s Uncertain Fate
The writer returns from Stamford Jones county where they aimed to guide the Stamford News in which they claim half ownership. A receiver has taken control and a Jones county court settlement is set for July, prompting a vow to stay home and behave until further notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stamford
Jones County
Stamford News
Granite Enterprise debuts under Scarboro in Granite Oklahoma
The first issue of the Granite Enterprise arrives with Scarboro as editor in chief. The paper promises strong local coverage and a lively start, noting veteran journalist Jim’s solid positioning and high expectations for the new weekly.
Negro Missionary Inspires Southern Baptist Convention
The Southern Baptist Convention adjourned at Hot Springs Arkansas after an impassioned appeal from a negro missionary for Africans. Hundreds of dollars were showered on the platform at the missionary’s feet, reflecting widespread enthusiasm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Baptist Convention
Hot Springs
Ark
Africa
The Daily Index Promoted at Mineral Wells
The Daily Index is the new Mineral Wells newspaper venture with W. B. Newton as editor and C. W. Wilson as manager. Promoters call the infant a sprightly little chap and praise Newton as an old hand whose editorials are gems of intelligence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Index
Mineral Wells
W. B. Newton
C. W. Wilson
Bro. Newton
Schoolchildren Plan Delegation Over Philippine War
The Wind sor Canada schoolchildren intend to send a delegate to Aguinaldo bearing resolutions showing sympathy and admiration for the Filipino stand against the war waged by the Americans, signaling reciprocal support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Windsor
Canada
Aguinaldo
Belmont predicts Dewey impact on party vote
O. H. P. Belmont, a Tammany leader, says he is sorry Dewey announced for president and argues Dewey would pull more votes from McKinley on an independent ticket than from Bryan, suggesting Belmont’s sympathy with the Republican party. The remark airs as a critique of modern political behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. H. P. Belmont
Tammany
Dewey
McKinley
Bryan
Mr. Belmont
Republican Party
State Newspapers Focus on Development Over Politics
Leading papers in the state devote more space to regional growth and social matters than politics this year. Editors cite experience along a rugged journey and say they prioritize their own communities and families over political harangues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sally
Montana Senate Seat Crisis Ends With Clark Resignation
The Montana saga pivots as Senator Clark resigns amid a political tug of war. Acting governor, a Clark ally, promptly reappoints him and mails the certificate to Washington, shocking the governor and Daly Clark's opponent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark
Montana
U. S. Senate
Senate
Helena
Washington
Daly
Charity at Home Before Foreign Aid
A speaker laments neglect of domestic poverty while citing a Fort Worth street scene of a barefoot starving woman and a Graham widow. He argues charity should begin at home, urging aid to neighbors and local workers before giving to distant nations and heathen lands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
Graham
Main
Fort Worth
America
Astron omers Brace for May 28 Solar Doomsday
The piece warns of a May 28 total solar eclipse as a world ending event. It urges readers to settle outstanding accounts promptly to avoid business suspension and potential judgment, urging timely payment before the final reckoning on the 28th.
Powers that Be and Freeze-Out Poker in Graham?
A cryptic note questions if a crowd of gay youths engaged in a nickel-and-ante freeze-out poker game occurred in Graham or Young County. The passage meditates on whether such a scene ever took place in the area’s sacred precincts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham
Young County
Lands and Lots Delinquent for 1899 Taxes in Young County
List of lands and town lots in Young County delinquent for 1899 taxes as of March 31 1900 reported under section 10 chapter 108 laws 1897. I H Williams tax collector certifies the delinquencies and credits per the 1899 tax rolls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young County
State OF Texas
Young
I. H. ©. Williams
Youna
H. C. Williams
Joe Wheeler to marry widow of philanthropist Geo W Childs
Rumor says Joe Wheeler plans marriage to the widow of Geo W Childs to share in public esteem. The note compares the arrangement to Admiral Dewey and warns Wheeler’s wife could influence him toward grandiose schemes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Wheeler
Geo. W. Childs
Dewey
Joe
Admiral Dewey
The Paper Bill Comes Due to Frugal Farmer
A humorous verse describes wind, grass, and a farmer as the editor worries over an enormous grocery bill that leaves the clerk with no credit, alluding to a hefty newspaper expense.
Young County Candidates Glad No Primaries This Year
The writer notes Young county candidates avoid primaries and face an extended campaign until November, a delay seen as delaying their political fate while other Texas counties brace for earlier votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young County
Lexas
Texas Reputation For Floods And Famine
A Texas pride piece contrasts northern misperceptions with Texas strengths. It notes Texas leads in cotton and cattle, fertile soil, and cites products and a drug ad praising Ballard's Herpic Sypur for Whooping cough asthma bronchitis and consumption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
Herp
Hound Sypur
Graham Drug Co
Watch for Total Eclipse on May 28
The notice highlights a total solar eclipse occurring on May 28. It urges observers to plan ahead, noting potential viewing locations and safety tips for eye protection during the event.
Otis Successor and the War Ends Compared to a Cat
A pithy remark notes that if Otis' successor achieves as many war ends as Otis did it would surpass a cat's typically cited lives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otis
Rainy Day Paraphernalia Stray to Distant End
A weather joke notes how umbrellas rubbers and other wet weather gear vanish from the near side of the street when rain delays pass, leaving them at the far curb or opposite lane as pedestrians hurry by without them.
Boers Seek Mercy from a Merciless Government
A Pretoria correspondent suggests Boers may seek U S aid before losing their country. The author ridicules the US administration as merciless, arguing it cannot show mercy to its own soldiers or enemies. He contends mercy from such a government is impossible to quantify or imagine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pretoria
United States
Tombstones and Monuments At Lowest Prices
Italian and American marble work guaranteed first class with designs and prices to save you money. W. L. Graves Graham advertises best value for monuments and asks customers to compare before ordering. Additionally promotes Alin's Anti Bilious Compound as an effective cure for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Graves
Graham
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