22 Aug 1902
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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1902
Page
1
A collage of quips about women and men with remarks on marriage money, attire, and social roles. It cites fashion minded themes, jewel symbolism, and cautions about pride and perception, ending with a garbled line about a gas assault in a bath.
A fragmentary collection of maxims on riches poverty service and morality. The text mixes religious reflections with social critique, noting that pleasure-seeking profits nothing and urging perseverance in work and faith while lamenting legal and familial constraints.
A short poemlike reflection in the Atlanta Constitution on weather and happiness. It notes that any weather is tolerable with health and happiness and mocks sermons in heat. The speaker argues the world does its best and that people should give life a chance despite hardship.
A reflective piece on gender dynamics and love. It notes that women often harm their own plans when trying to extend influence, lose hope with happiness, and experience complex desires for control and devotion. It discusses the pains of deep, selfless affection and the paradoxes of romantic longing.
A brief essay warns that wrath and noise reveal weak argument while ardent wishful thinking spawns excuses for desires. It notes quarrels over praise for generosity, the rush to speak, and the habit of interrupting. It asserts a woman's right to choose whom she knows.
A summary of old claims praising produce as cures and tonics. Tomatoes boost liver function while onions and celery allegedly calm nerves. Asparagus aids kidneys and dandelions purify blood. Watercress and lettuce are described as brace and sedative. Spinach and parsley are cited for strong medicinal properties. lima beans and potatoes are advised with cautions.
A string of witty lines contrasts airship travel and romance. Jokes poke at marriage, gender traits, and social luck with brisk humor. The piece lampoons vows, aging, economy, and the timing of truth in love and life.
The Chileans are a brave stalwart ambitious people. They are a mix of Araucanian Indians and Spaniards, who conquered other Indians of South America but not them.
A signboard near Port Clinton Pennsylvania warns against driving over the Pinte Creek Bridge. The message claims the bridge is unsafe and in poor condition and urges readers to avoid using it.
An attachment issued in Pennsylvania targets the estate of Tomas C. Corbin. The state seeks $2 on a claim of $750,000 against the executor, with details tracing through Alabama probate and a long chain of alleged misappropriations and legal actions involving Randolph and other officials.
Vicente Saucedo's attorney, with supporters, asked Governor Sayers at Hot Wells to commute the death sentence to life imprisonment for the man convicted of assaulting his 10 year old stepdaughter in San Antonio. The governor gave a partial, attentive hearing and promised review and action as appropriate. Local option elections have been ordered in three wet precincts in the county.
A deputy sheriff in Nacogdoches Texas reported a shooting scrape at a Houston West Texas railroad station north of town yesterday. Porter Silay and John Treece were involved with Slay using a double barreled setgun and Buckshot, while Treece fired a Winchester rifle. Slay had recently been disarmed by Treece a few days earlier.
Young ladies, daughters of Wil Medi, a farmer west of Wolfe City, were struck by a southbound Santa Fe train at about 6 oclock near town. Miss Torys is reported in hopeless condition. the other sister is seriously injured.
General Chaffee states an active campaign against the Moros in Mindanao is necessary to curb growing opposition to U S authority. The dispatch, repeated to President Roosevelt, directs Chaffee to use his discretion and likely pursue an aggressive campaign. He is now in Mindanao and may stay beyond September 30 to continue operations.
Fourteen youths on an east bound freight near the Texas line attacked a colored man, killing him with rocks at the first station. They also robbed a second colored man of his watch, chain, and about four dollars, wounding him. The culprits, taken by a deputy sheriff, escaped in swamp areas near Westlake before Lake Charles. The wounded man headed to Crowley.
Aug 19 report states a young Santa Fe brakeman named Mr. Smith was accidentally shot when a buggy discharged a pistol startling a horse. He fell, fracturing the frontal skull and was taken by friends to Santa Fe Hospital for surgeons to assess damage.
In Geering Nebraska on August 19 C N McComsey tried to start a fire in a wood stove when oil exploded. Burning liquid covered the room and he was badly burned. He died after hours of agony. His wife, a newborn, and two Cook children also died or were expected to die.
Carlos Miranda of Zacatecas Mexico drew $3000 from a San Antonio bank Saturday and was robbed of the entire amount before Sunday morning. Detectives took up the case yesterday and an arrest was made this morning.
Anderson Texas Aug 19 After reviewing stock Kennard and Brown report two bridles and a gold watch of old make stolen from Mr Walter Brown father’s property. Will Taylor reports a missing dun mare and authorities say the same thieves are likely behind both losses as Sheriff Baker closes in.
In Shenandoah Pennsylvania on August 19 General Gobin conferred with Trainmaster Keffer of the Reading railway. It is understood the Second battalion of the Twelfth regiment will depart for Nesquahoning before morning as a train stands ready.
Lockhart officials report the commissioners court authorized rebuilding two bridges on Plum Creek, wrecked in a raid, with a total cost of 2309 dollars.
President Mitchell states conditions remain unchanged amid ongoing strike actions. Labor leaders vow to push for concessions, while negotiations show little progress and both sides prepare for renewed talks.
President John Mitchell of the United Mine Workers arrives in Indianapolis en route to Spring Valley to consult Illinois miners. He says the strike field situation remains unchanged, the union will sustain financial aid to distresses, and non English speaking miners have largely left for the bituminous field while others stay to pressure operators.
Raman Cruze, a Mexican sheep herder, was killed near Bilis in Edwards County when a meteor fragment hit him on a hilltop. Fragments were found nearby and the largest piece weighed about four pounds. The meteor likely fell between 10 a.m. and noon. Cruze was alive before noon and found dead before 1 p.m.
In Columbus today Mrs Isaac Rosenbaum committed death by her own action by drinking carbolic acid. After her husband’s death two years earlier she lived in luxury then moved from Rich street to a modest High street block. With a small legacy exhausted she feared poverty and said she would not face it.
Detroit August 18 The News reports the State League of Republican Clubs advisory council met at Hotel Cadillac. President Fenton said General R Aalger, former secretary of war, will formally announce Monday his candidacy for the United States Senate to succeed the late James McMillan.
Sherman Texas August 18 The county commissioners court orders a prohibition election in justice precinct No 5 for September 13. The precinct includes Collinsville Tioga Gunter and Ethel.
Berlin reports continued cold and rainy weather with yesterday’s temperature in Southern Saxony at 33 degrees Fahrenheit and snowfall in the Alsace mountains. North Sea resorts are nearly empty as army officers keep warm in overcoats.
Dallas reports a hard fight against granting the North Harwood street railway project. Debates center on approving a new track segment and the impact on traffic and property along the corridor. Local officials, business interests, and residents weigh the proposal and its implications for City plans.
Cleburne County Assessor A B Hill provides total state and county taxes for Johnson County at 90327 99 for the year 1902.
A woman in Waco who has lived here about a year dressed in men’s clothing was fined one dollar in the recorder’s court. She said she hates skirts but promised to resume wearing them.
Corsicana reports Navarro county's taxable values total 14,269,990 an increase of 1,301,555 from last year highlighting a broader rise in property assessments across the county.
An election has been ordered to decide whether fifteen thousand dollars in bonds shall be issued to finance the construction of a schoolhouse.
In Muscatine Iowa on August 18 the decomposed body of Mrs Jessie Tuman was found near her home. Her husband lies unconscious with mortal wounds after a desperate struggle in the house. A man named Dan Williams, who stayed with the Tumans for two weeks, disappeared and is sought by authorities. Williams is said to have come from Texas.
The report notes Kansas City officer Frank de Stone died from four bullet wounds after a clash during an attempted arrest near Riv Sur across the line. Brother James Nugent is mentioned in connection with the incident. A separate item mentions a Mexican oil well sinking near 650 feet.
Reports from Waxahachie area say this month several cattle are dying in a peculiar manner. A farmer on Waxahachie creek south prong lost fifteen head in recent days. Some farmers blame insects like gnats and flies for the deaths.
In western Oklahoma on August 18, 400 tribal members gathered for the Cheyenne and Arapaho council. The event followed General Custer era treaties and featured war dances and crow dances as part of the annual feast.
Manila news notes cholera shows few reported cases but many in certain places. Reported deaths total 7.09 percent of 23,636 cases to date, with authorities estimating unreported cases could push total near 30,000.
Marlin Texas August 18 Daniel arcinmega was tried for murder but found guilty of manslaughter. The court assessed a two year penitentiary sentence for the defendant, who faced the loss of another Mexican in the incident.
Extreme heat grips Texarkana Texas with temperatures around 108 degrees in shade. Factory workers endure stifling days as air movement stagnates and gardens burn while port and country reports show heightened dangers amid the heat wave.
A carnival and ing contest are planned in Garden City with a barbecue event to follow in the evening. Local organizers promote a big time at the community celebration with activities across several sections.
Paris Wesley Harris is noted as the owner of a black cat aged 25 years. The brief item records a long-lived pet and its owner without additional context.
Andrew Davis of Navasota was remanded without bond on a trial or criminal matter connected to a niece named Wickess. Proceedings delayed as the case moves forward.
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