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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1901
Page
4
The article notes that many birds possess ventriloquial abilities used to mislead predators. It highlights the pinnated grouse whose calls travel long distances, the Maryland yellow throat protecting nests, and ground birds like blue winged and Tennessee warblers shifting their voices upward to seem from treetops.
A Dunedin man recounts a Wellington visit by an Irish host who kept him for a month with lavish hospitality. At parting the guest proposes a coin toss to settle the bill after the Irishman paid theaters, cab fares, and drinks throughout the stay.
The piece traces the word cash to Italian cassa and argues it should be chest in accounting. It notes confusion in bankruptcies from misusing cash and suggests renaming ledger entries to chest when money is stored in a chest rather than money itself.
A discussion contrasts Japanese discipline with American views as a Japanese matron explains that children roam freely without fear of harm. She shows how a card with the child’s name and address is placed in the clothing to ensure supervision and safe return after meals.
A historical ad touts Wabler's Buckeye Pile Ointment for itching and bleeding piles. Claims daily use yields relief from the first application and a complete cure with perseverance. Price 50 cents, alternate tube 75 cents, sold by Graham Dru Co.
Eugene Field penned a poem about Jack Haverly as his fortunes waned in New York. Haverly read the verses and declared it his epitaph, noting he had long sought words for his tombstone inscription.
The Hospital Gazette cites health risks from tight neck collars, noting impaired venous blood return causing red noses and pimples, and suggesting possible eye strain and altered facial expressions due to raised head blood pressure.
A lady tells her servant Sarah she is tired and will sleep for an hour. The mistress wakes at six, insisting Sarah should have called at five. Sarah explains she checked at five and found the mistress still asleep in the same place.
For fresh ink stains soak the cloth in milk and change the liquid as it discolors. If dry and stubborn use chloride of lime or salts of lemon. With chloride of lime pour over the cloth and let stand briefly before washing. For lemon salts place the cloth over steaming water, sprinkle salts of lemon, let fade, then scald thoroughly.
A narrator in a poem tells a child that the kindest sight is her own daughter. The scene unfolds with wood and mountains, wheat fields, blue sky, river, and a singing bird as the girl asks what is the nicest thing seen. The reply highlights the child as the simplest, most precious beauty in the world.
Elder John W. Rogers of Filley Missouri testifies that a few doses of Channel to Cough Remedy cured his infant from a violent croup attack. He notes the remedy prevents the attack when given at first symptoms and contains no opium or harmful substance. Graham Drug Co sells it.
The piece criticizes New England households for placing excessive emphasis on head weight over body development in girls. It argues such training damages physical health, suggesting the so called New England horse represents a healthier model than the New England girl, reflecting generations of child-rearing attitudes.
A fragment mentions a Tasueless Chill Tonic said to enrich blood and health for pale people, citing an elixir style remedy. The notice presents a dubious health claim with no clear authorities or dates.
A Comanche Chief editorial criticizes President Roosevelt for hosting Booker T. Washington at a private dinner, arguing it disrespects Southern traditions and social hierarchy. The piece condemns perceived racial advancement and urges apology or reconsideration. It also notes Roosevelt’s upcoming message to Congress focusing on navy strength, military reforms, and national issues.
A Forkland Virginia merchant, Mr. J Powell, tells of his late daughter's foot injury from a ten penny nail and invert brake. Pain Balm applied. within five minutes pain vanished and in three days she wore her shoe normally with no discomfort. Also notes Senator Culberson on President Roosevelt inviting Booker T. Washington.
An old advertisement touts Ballard's Snow Liniment for cuts sprains and sores on humans and horses. It lists prices 25 and 50 cents and notes Graham Drug Co as the seller.
Roosevelt appoints another gold Democrat in South Carolina. He avoids regular Democrats, instead distributing patronage to bolters to secure Republican discipline. The pie strategy may stabilize the faction.
Many suffer fearfully from indigestion yet a single bottle of Helping promises prompt relief and permanent cure. A few doses will aid a weak stomach better than longer treatments. Price 50e, available from Grahem Drug Co.
The text notes that fuel oil from Texas is referred to as Texas oil in Russia and has undergone thorough testing there, while English papers comment on this usage. It highlights cross country labeling and testing perceptions without detailing events.
The Commoner has reached a 100000-copy circulation within six months of its first issue, a likely record in American periodical history. The paper aims to discuss political and economic problems with contributions from Mr. Bryan and other editors. Subscriptions run $1.00 yearly, with a combined offer for the Leaper bringing the total to $1.65.
A compact spoof lists tasks a newspaper man might perform from poetry and tariffs to umpiring baseball and reporting weddings. It highlights varied civic and social duties while riffing on public life.
Firemen rescue sleeping inmates from a burning home amid dangers of smoke and flame. An advertisement urges use of King's New Discovery for throat chest and lung troubles to prevent suffering and doctor bills, promoting a remedy with a money back guarantee and trial bottles.
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