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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1891
Page
2
The piece argues that balloon ascension offers little for the defense cause, serving mainly as a sensational county fair attraction. It notes some individuals chase the novelty despite risks, drawn by the spectacle rather than any substantive impact.
The passage speaks of a spiritual shift as cycles close, urging pursuit of nobler ideals and daily life measured against higher standards. It warns that selfishness and self-interest corrode life’s foundations and leave people with nothing to stand on.
The text argues that while broad insurance coverage protects families if a provider dies at work, it cannot fully compensate for the loss. It urges owners and contractors to stop risking human lives through thrift, neglect, or poor workmanship.
Col Emper speaking of travel through southeastern counties of England argues that most violent crimes and many dishonest acts begin or end in public houses. He adds that making England sober could effectively reduce crime and nearly empty three fourths of its jails.
A speaker argues that able workers support idle men who consume society's wealth. Idlers need clothing shelter and warmth, funded by working people who produce wealth. Increasing idlers requires higher deductions from workers' earnings to cover these costs.
The present day spirit is work for humanity. Selfishness isolates. An individual who works only for himself is like one who would manufacture all clothing food shelter and furniture alone. The force of cooperation makes society stronger as each person does their part for all.
A critique notes that young women dominate readership preferring light paper backed novels over higher literature. It observes newsstands and pews reflect this demand, shaping publishers to cater to popular fiction while serious essays and refined books lose traction.
A discussion notes the rise of the sweating system in American cities driven by demand for cheap domestic labor and the allure of safer, faster ocean travel. It questions social and economic impacts on women workers and contemplates how new tech may affect danger and mobility at sea.
Julius Loeb reported theft of a gold watch chain and $75 draft in Allas Texas. He accused Snyder of the robbery after Snyder disappeared. Snyder was later captured in Marshall and handed to Dallas authorities as an alleged thief. Loeb affirmed the accusation.
In Sarrman Texas on East Mulberry Street two carpenters and brothers in law, John Lawrence and John Southern, fought over timber moving. Lawrence struck with a board, Southern with resinous pine. Lawrence recovered, Southern unconscious with a fractured skull and possible brain concussion. Both fathers and sons bond summaries set at 500 and 1000 dollars respectively.
A rainmaking party connected with ranchers Richard King Robert Driscoll and N G Collins left Corpus Christi for San Diego after a local test near three intersecting ranches. Chief Ellis stayed to consult with a key organizer. Rain continued for two weeks and interest in further tests waned.
John Parker and Sam Hopkins fought after a pool dispute in Piano Texas. Hopkins slashed Parker with a knife and Parker stabbed Hopkins in the chest. Hopkins suffered a deep neck wound and loss of blood, while Parker had minor cuts. Both were treated. Hopkins rests under care of a surgeon.
In Fort Worth Texas a well digger named Martin McCarthy died after a stone weighing eight to ten pounds fell from a stack thirty feet above him while constructing a stone wall on Ediebrook place south of the city. He died yesterday morning after being taken from the well unconscious. He left a wife and children dependent on him.
In Beeville Texas the district court ruled against the city in a quo warranto case after a jury waiver. Beeville was incorporated in 1890 as a city of 1000 with three square miles. prior limits were about one mile. The court followed Oak Cliff reasoning that the act of 15 MO covers it.
The examining trial of E. E. Walls for alleged cruel treatment of his children took place in Cooper. Testimony showed he assaulted his daughter and he was remanded without bail. Delta Bay residents are greatly wrought up over the matter.
In Mamensli Texas on October 3 J W iees was placed in the county jail after an indictment handed to the grand jury. The charge relates to the killing of Dave Watson on Caddo lake some time ago.
In Dallas a local incident at a Missouri Texas depot is reported with scattered details about Zeck Auderoum and a keeper at the scene. The fragment suggests conflict or disruption linked to a closing event or warlike claim, but specifics remain unclear.
Anson Anderson and two accomplices brought a fourth man to police headquarters he says he shot thinking him a burglar. The wounded man, G. B. S. Miller of Eagle Ford Road, was treated at Bumpas' drug store. the bullet entered behind the left ear and exited the mouth, tearing the upper lip. His wound is deemed fatal.
In San Antonio at Houston and Navarro streets a detached guard wire shocked a horse and its rescuer James P. Robinson who wrapped a damp handkerchief around the live wire. He recovered consciousness but was stunned by repeated shocks as spectators watched the dangerous display until power was shut off and repairs made.
Miss Cora E Zink aged 17 died in Texrent at 2 a m from arsenic taken in a personal crisis. She left a note to Mrs Thomas explaining her heartbreak over a young man she loved who favored another.
Chas J Moore reports two men in a rowboat carrying mail across San Luis Pass were struck by a squall about noon Sunday and carried toward the gulf. They were not seen again after the storm. The stage returned with the mail and Ira Siddens says no mail loss has been reported.
Perry W Hatter, Pacific express messenger, absconded with a 5000 dollar parcel from First National Bank of Waco to Gatesville and a 317 dollar parcel from Bank of McGregor to a Waco bank. He left Waco for Gatesville Saturday with the first parcel, did not deliver it, and returned with the second parcel. Warrants for his arrest have been issued by Waco manager W H Hoffman as search efforts spread.
Corno Texas reports DA A B Davidson has secured progress toward recovering a $10,000 forfeited bond from 1853 for W D Meader jailed on murder charges. Insolvent parties include an heir with large property. County officials levied on interests totaling about $14,000 with about $4,000 in interest.
Hatfield Sept 28. While a Texas and Pacific stock train passed a water tank yesterday afternoon John Long brakeman was struck by the tank spout and knocked from the caboose to the ground and instantly killed. The train was moving fast and Long was thrown with great force.
Sept 2 James Young, a Go forth's gin worker, caught his hand in the saws and his arm was pulled into the machinery up to the shoulder. The arm was lacerated with flesh stripped from bone and several fingers severed. Mortification threat may endanger saving the arm.
Lena Jopling a five year old daughter of Mr and Mrs W D Jopling of Temple Texas was badly burned Sunday afternoon. Doctors say she cannot recover. The family were visiting Mrs Joplins parents when the accident occurred due to careless handling of matches.
Waco Texas September 30 Mrs Willard Jackson was bitten on the hand yesterday morning by a large coach whip snake making two bites in one day at Waco The latter was not venomous though it inflicted a savage bite The lady is not in danger.
The jury in the Graham murder case returns a verdict of ninety nine years in prison. The defense indicates plans to appeal the ruling.
Texas state items report heavy rains ending drought in Mitchell county, a 459 900 value increase in Palo Pinto county tax rolls, dam and street work in Cisco, and new water and electric plans in Sherman. Crimes include a Fort Davis shooting death and a Wichita County water scare. Districts discuss bonds, railroad repairs, and irrigation as crop and livestock conditions vary across counties.
Melbourne records a night of shifting skies with rain and wind that may turn to snow, prompting bets on the outcome. In a separate case, Col. Dunham fatally shot James Cunningham after a decoy letter scheme, Cunningham being an employee dismissed earlier for showing the letter.
Two new circulars urge farmers to delay selling wheat for thirty days. Ignatius Donnelly, president of the Minnesota Alliance, argues wheat is undervalued and that holding back could prevent market collapse while other crops and debts may be managed. He stresses this is his personal view, not an official position of the alliance.
In Brussels on October 1 General Boulanger shot himself at the tomb of Madame de Bonnemain, his mistress who died July 17. Bonnemain had aided his intrigues and inherited 1 400 000, which she used for his political cause. The general fired the pistol to his right ear and died instantly. a servant found him with the weapon. The death caused great public excitement.
In VaLranatse on Sept 29 the junta seeks to compel Minister Kyan to surrender all who sheltered at the United States legation and claims power to arrest any person outside its walls. Several foreigners have been taken into custody including three Americans. Police guarded the legation area but were withdrawn Friday after protests from Minister Egan.
In Shawneetown Illinois Belle Jamison was dismissed by Mrs. Koupert White a farmer's wife twelve miles away. The girl allegedly attacked with a crib then fired two shots after securing a revolver. Mrs. White disarmed and shot Jamison twice killing her instantly. Coroner’s jury returned justifiable homicide.
In Kned in a Wet Cappo LT October 3 a man named K. B. Thornhill was pulled from a 120 foot well by a horse. As the top neared, a frightened horse stopped and the man dropped the final feet, dying instantly after reaching the surface. He breathed once.
Axner Oct 1 report says freight engine collided with passenger train No. 2 near Kent on Wednesday morning. Four killed including the engineer and fireman. thirty injured. The passenger train carried many Olin family members en route to a reunion in Bennington Vermont.
Boston October 3 The firm A B Turner & Bro bankers at 80 State street have failed after about two years in business. They were believed to have abundant capital behind them. Recent heavy speculations are thought to be the direct cause of their embarrassment.
George Heller formerly a clerk at the packing company was arrested October 3 charged with complicity in forging checks totaling 3000 dollars. The case involves allegations of forged instruments within a 10 000 dollar scope.
Montgomery Sept 28 About 6 oclock yesterday evening Colradford Dunton general superintendent of the Alabama Midland was severely hurt when a switch engine ran into his car near the city limits. He was taken to a hospital for treatment.
The document states his intention to kill himself tomorrow and recalls his devoted followers. He laments the defeat of his political faction and seeks forgiveness from his countrymen, calling for continued loyalty to la patrie and Vive la France. He signs the testament on the eve of death.
Couriers report a chaotic rush at the opening of Chandler on the Sac and Fox reservation as 3000 settlers charged toward lot No 44. The mob unhorsed riders and tramplers killed several, including Daisy Guthrie News correspondent who died after a rock strike then was ridden over as the crowd surged forward.
A gang of masked men gagged and chained the Laverne county jail keeper at 1 AM Sunday and freed Miller the boy killer of two tramps in a box war, sentencing him to death. Parkinson, convicted of second degree murder, eluded capture and remains at large. Miller was recaptured.
The mangled body of a man named Henry McGrew was found on the Trunk railroad track about a mile north of Kaufman. Inquest to be completed today as authorities suspect foul play due to little blood at the scene.
In Montrep Loper Mont on October 3, heavy snow and drifting have persisted for 48 hours with three feet on the level. Business is practically at a standstill as locals contend with severe winter conditions.
In a somber farewell Ralph recalls Bill's dream of gold across the divide. Bill, weakened and fearful, asks if he will find gold or only rocks as he nears death in a stark, snowbound landscape. The moment ends with Bill passing away as the sun rises over the bare mountains.
The Forum argues for a transformed higher education that frees curriculum from time worn traditions and childlike incentives. It calls for treating students as adults, ending nursery style rewards, and letting scholarship mature with real world relevance.
Outlook profiles Bryn Mawr dorm spaces showing two rooms with distinct styles. One irregular in shape features window seating and white and gold furnishings while the other has a sunlit high ceiling, cushioned window seat, and walls hung with art. The piece evokes a Paradise room with a wide sofa and a day bed of pillows.
In a fragmentary exchange, Herbert questions Ethel about a detective camera and electric photography claims. The dialogue suggests tension over a family involved in mysterious incidents hinted by mentions of a father and incandescence burners.
An officer defends a back pay claim at a banquet while a punished hammerer is promoted instead. A jumbling metaphor questions barriers and progress as a hawkish pace suggests leaps over walls and barriers.
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