Reminiscences and Local News From Texas Ky
The community reflects on the death of merchant and postmaster P C W Peterson who served Texas Ky for forty years. The piece recalls old neighbors, church meetings, baptisms, and a pastor's Beech Grove Baptist revival with eleven joining. It notes Archibald Gray’s sudden death, birding musings, and memories of Kentucky life and local figures like John C Martin and Rev C Jasper Erwin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. C. W. Peterson
Texas
Texan
E. W. Summers
Beech Grove Baptist Church
Bro. Summers
Fellowship of the Church
Gardnersville, Ky
A. L.crawley
C. Jasper Erwin
Texas, Ky
Kelseyville
Cal
A Lunatic's Fly Catcher From a Saturday Evening Post
Dr. John H. Girdner visits an insane asylum where a visitor proclaims an invention a fly catcher that would make Rockefeller seem poor. The device uses a parrot cage on a pedestal, two ladders, and a missing rung to trap a fly as it descends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saturday Evening Post
John H. Girdner
New York
Girdner
John D. Rockefeller
School Society Elects Officers and Debates Imperialism
The school society elected Miss Ida McClure as president and Miss Isa Colvin as vice president with Wm Waters Jr as secretary and Walter Clemens as sergeant at arms. Members discussed psychology and dress signals, arranged an open debate on Imperialism at the Opera House, and noted music instruction expansion in lower grades. A curious account of clubs and future plans for governance and enforcement of laws closes the report.
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Ida McClure
Isa Colvin
Wm. Waters, Jr
Walter Clemens
Opera House
Leo Simms
Wm. Waters
Ollie Barber
Lyman Barber
Knight Handy
Walter Clements
Leo
Governor Beckham and call for Kentucky extra session
A Louisville observer and ally of Gov. Beckham predicts an extraordinary Kentucky legislative session by January 15, 1907. He recalls Beckham’s pledge to enforce Sunday laws in Louisville and says the governor will act after the primary, regardless of nomination outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evening Post
Kentucky
Gov. Beckham
Louisville
Frankfort
Hearst in San Antonio Declines Further Gubernatorial Runs
William R Hearst, former Democratic candidate for New York governor, stopped in San Antonio for a brief layover en route to Montmorency for mining interests. He said he would not run again, will advocate reform from New York, and endure less political vitriol.
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San Antonio
Tex
William R. Hearst
New York
Montmerey
Death of Frank Brooks Presbyterian sexton dies
Frank Brooks died last Thursday morning at his home from consumption. A colored sexton of the Presbyterian church for nearly twenty years he was highly regarded by both black and white members. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at the Presbyterian church conducted by Dr. Moffett of Lebanon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Brooks
Presbyterian Church
Moffett
Lebanon
Newman the telepathy wizard at Opera House
Newman the great wizard of mental telepathy and handcuff king appears at the Opera House on November 22, supported by Madam Boone Yaki and company. He proves powers in a realm few have courage to tread, drawing crowds as the show grows in fame. A street display accompanies the event outside the venue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newman
Opera House
Madam Boone Yaki
Mr. Newman
Cmameepee
Accidental shotgun discharge shocks Campbell store scene
A shotgun fired by Sam Colvin in Campbell's hardware store last evening sent a load of shot through the doorway faces, narrowly missing Mrs. Hayden and Miss Mayes. Mrs. Hayden escaped uninjured thanks to heavy furs as a shield while the blast shattered the door. The incident highlights dangers of careless handling of firearms and the need for stricter safety.
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Sam Colvin
Campbell
Will Russell
Hayden
Mayes
Death of Miss Maggie Thompson at Mackville
Miss Maggie Thompson of Mackville died Friday night at 10 30 at her home of typhoid pneumonia after a weeks illness. She lived a life of charity and was beloved by hundreds of friends and admirers. A devout Presbyterian, she supported her church and services were held Sunday at 10 by Rev. Overstreet, with burial at Pleasant Grove. She leaves three brothers, three sisters, and a mother Mrs Fannie Thompson.
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Archie Gray
West Boyle
Dr's Fork Church
B. F. Adkins
Maggie Thompson
Mackville
Miss Thompson
Atare
Presbyterian Church
Latte
Overstreet
Pleasant Grove
Fannie Thompson
Teachers Examination for State College Normal Department
An examination of applicants for appointment to the Normal Department of the State College will be held at the County Superintendent's office on Saturday, December beginning at 9 o'clock. The test covers arithmetic grammar history and geography. Four vacancies exist for one year. The department is well equipped and includes leading educators of the state to ensure instruction and training for teachers seeking rank in public schools. J. W. Busa Superintendent, Commissioner Schoole.
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State College
J. W. Busa
Supt
Commian Sehooke
Letter List of Uncalled Springfield Post Office Week Ended Nov 21 1906
List of letters remaining uncalled for includes G Bowling Mrs Harper Alex Grundy Miss Flora Hughes Bud Eis tler James Mace George McIlroy Misa Esther O Daniel Mrs Tyler Rev G D Robinson John D Mrs Lula Smuith Misa Jenova St Leona Stevenson. Postmaster W A Wartess notes when calling for these letters say advertised and give date. Chamberlains Remedy is recommended as a reliable medicine to keep in use for children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
G. Bowling
Harper
Alex Grundy
Flora Hughes
Bud Eistler
James Mace
George McIlroy
Misa Esther O'Daniel
Tyler
G. D. Robinson
John D
Lula Smuith
Misa Jenova
Leona Stevenson
W. A. Wartess
Postmastier
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P. C. Peterson
Harvey Law
Deep Creek Hills
Beech Grove Church
Great Lakes
Canada
John C. Martin
Princeton
Ind
Ilinat
Martin
Gee. C. Martin
Charlie Coyle
Chicago
Ben Browne
Booker Station
Carlyle
L. D
Jennie Craycroft
Nye
Sandy
Munchausen
Man Coyle
Minton
Ollie
Jeferson County
Beckham
T. Scott Mayes
Chamberlain
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