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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1902
Page
2
The Graham Leader urges Democrats to unite in a solid front to win the next election. The note emphasizes collective action over factional division and promotes vitality and vigor with a Herbine sales pitch.
On the 27th, a joint debate between Congressman Jnc H Stephens and opponent Coon Potter of Gainesville in Bowie Opera House was interrupted when a wind gust extinguished lights. A panic followed as a fool yelled fire and the crowd stampeded, leaving the candidates alone as rain and hail moved through the city.
An old ad promising to stop the cough and cure the cold with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets in one day. The offer includes No Cure, No Pay and a 25 cent price.
A letter laments editorial appropriation by rival papers the Baylor county Banner Louisville Courier Journal and Vernon Call. The writer accuses these papers of stealing their content including “country girl” and “Spring Thoughts” and demands fair acknowledgement and respect for editorial rights.
A vintage drug ad promising a one day cure for a cold urges customers to take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It notes a money back refund if the remedy fails and features E. W. Grove’s signature on each box with a price of 25 cents.
A Senate report claims Senator McLaurin of South Carolina voted with the Republican on the ship subsidy measure in return for appointments. The record does not specify how many favors were granted, but a charge of “purchased” influence rests on circumstantial evidence. He denies the claim without presenting proof, while his South Carolina Democratic backing is noted.
An ad asserts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic contains iron and quinine in tasteless form with the claim No Cure No Pay. The price is noted as 50e.
Water Alone captured a Washington horse race, marking the first time the horse has attracted attention in the Capital City. The victory highlighted the animal's surprising form and drew local interest.
An old advertisement touts Simmons Cough Byrup claiming a guarantee to cure sore throat hoarseness and cough. Sold at 25 and 50 cents.
The quote notes that besides Funston, few people pleased with how he captured the agile Aguinaldo, who seemed determined to be captured at all hazards, implying mixed reactions to the event and its handling.
An advertisement touts Hupt's Cure as a remedy for Itch Ringworm Eczema and other ailments. It claims guaranteed results with a price of 25 cents.
The Austin supreme court on Monday refused a rehearing in the quarantine case. The decision abolishes the Jim Crow line of Throckmorton and Baylor and confines the state quarantine line to the government quarantine line.
A proposed allied party forms in Louisville this week, uniting populists socialists union labor and united Christian voters seeking independent action from existing parties. The piece notes third parties often fail yet can advance ideas later absorbed by major parties and cites Populists and prohibition advocates as examples. It also covers brief notes on Senator Jones loss in Arkansas and other political gossip and events.
Chills and fever are claimed to be cured by Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic described as iron and quinine in a tonic form. The ad promises no cure no pay and lists a price of 50 cents.
A harsh critique labels the ship subsidy bill as republican profligacy and public rights violation. It argues the measure benefits wealthy ship owners, notably the International Navigation Company, with about 75 percent of funds, calling it treasury pillage. The article notes Senate passage 42 to 31 with six Republicans opposing and McLauren supporting.
A 19th century remedy claims low spirits come from black bile in the blood. Hemine purifies the blood and restores health and cheerfulness. Price 50 cents. For sale by Graham Drug Co.
On April 15 May 6 and 20 1902 the Rock Island Route will sell Homeseekers tickets to California and points in the North west at one fare plus 200 dollars for the round trip. Going limit 15 days from sale date final limit 21 days from sale date.
A patent remedy by Tapier promises cure for piles with reports of absolute success. Sold by Graham Drug Co at 50 cents for bottles or 75 cents for tubes.
A nearly fatal runaway caused a severe leg ulcer on J. B. Orner of Franklin Grove. Four years of doctors and remedies failed until Bucklen's Arica Salve cured him. Also effective for burns, bruises, cuts, corns, scalds, skin eruptions and piles. 25 cents at Edgar Matthews & Co.
John Stephens carried Mon Tague county last Saturday by a safe majority. Ocie Speer carried the county for associate justice of the court of civil appeals.
A vintage ad claims Cheathem Laxative Tablets cure a cold at once and fit for a vest pocket for constant readiness with a guaranteed price referenced.
An advertising snippet promotes Simmons' Liver Purifier in a tin box. It claims to improve digestion, relieve constipation and biliousness, stop headaches, and balance the heart to help you smile at neighbors.
The Gainesville Register notes the contest between Roosevelt and Hanna for the presidential nomination. It claims Hanna has the edge as the real thing, while Teddy is viewed as an accident and may be seen as just an incident years from now.
U C Beanton calls for the United Confederate Veterans reunion in Dallas Texas from April 22 to 25. The Rock Island will sell round trip tickets for 3.40 from Jacksonville with tickets on sale April 21. A special train is planned to depart Jacksonville at 4:00 am April 21 to accommodate attendees. Signify intention to participate to D C Horton, Agent, at earliest convenience.
An old practitioner offers Snuffles the Guaranteed Catarrh Cure at one dollar per month’s treat ment. Claims fast relief, permanent cure, and applicability to hay fever and cold in the head. Sold prepaid to any US address with personal medical advice included.
The Hamilton Rustler editorial laments U S Supreme Court rulings striking Illinois anti trust exemptions for agriculture while urging States like Texas and Illinois to heed the Constitution. It argues laws must treat all citizens equally, condemns class based provisions, and urges bipartisan, even handed enforcement against trusts without favoritism.
The ad claims malaria thrives in damp ground like the Great Dismal Swamp in Virginia and promises Electric Bitters as a cure. A customer testimonial from John Charleston of Bynesville, C shows satisfaction with the remedy for malaria and stomach and liver troubles, priced at 50c.
Advertisers claim Hunt's Lighting Oil provides relief for burns bruises cuts and sprains with a money back guarantee. The product is offered at 25 and 50 cents in this local notice.
Albert T. Patrick and Mrs. Ad die Francis wed in the Tombs last Monday under a civil contract. The couple, engaged four years, plan visits for two hours daily in Sing Sing death cell. Mrs Francis, Patrick’s longtime landlady, attended his trial faithfully and remains devoted.
An 19th century style advertisement extols Mexican Cough Syrup for coughs and lung weakness, Mexican Root Pill for biliousness, Gooch's Quick Relief for cramps and pain, Sarsaparilla for blood weakness, Pile Cure and Antiague for chills and fever, with terse claims of safety, effectiveness and 25 cent price points. It emphasizes testimonials and government endorsement to persuade readers to buy.
An advertisement claims Moore's Pilates cure all forms of malaria ague chills and fever swamp fever malarial fever bilious fever jaundice biliousness and fatigue. It also cures rheumatism and lassitude from malarial poisoning with no quinine arsenic acid or iron and is tasteless priced at 50c per box from Dr C C Moore Co St Louis MO or Graham Drug Co.
A reporter notes the Philippines are hot beds of cholera bubonic plague and leprosy and warns they will be imported to the United States with corpses already arriving in consignments.
Advertisement for Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets promoted as the best physic. Product offered for sale by Graham Drug Co.
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