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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1902
Page
2
The Graham Leader lists publisher J W Graves and editor P A Martin with mailing details. Notes John H Stephens’s quip about the Coon in a tree. Panhandle candidate D B Decker of Quanah seeks State Senate to replace P D F Goss, praised as a capable lawyer and legislator.
An advertising note promotes Her BINE claiming vigor and vitality for weary readers, priced at 50 cents and sold by Graham Drug Co. The piece also humorously critiques Senator Bailey's three hour butter and margarine debate in the senate and praises the editor on readers' compliments for his “Problems of the Present” series addressing social and economic issues.
Hon C L Potter withdraws from the congressional race as Montague county supports Stephens. The move clears the field for the so called Ver non statesman, who returns to Washington, while the district reaffirms trust in John.
A compact verse-like reflection on a young woman whose happiness and sorrow are intensified by her moods. The speaker notes that her gladness or sadness matters little compared with her madness when she is mad, highlighting a cycle of gladness, sadness, and a surge of madness and badness when she behaves badly.
An old advertisement promises to cure a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. E W Grove’s signature appears on each box. Price listed as 25 cents.
County attorney J. Bimpson and associate P A Martian filed a dismissal of State of Texas v Fire Association of Philadelphia et al in the district clerk's office last Friday. The special term of district court slated for May 7 is canceled as the case disposal ends the proceedings. The attorneys cited that the act under which the insurance firms were prosecuted is unconstitutional.
A man was found dead Monday night near Dallas with letters addressed to H. Williams and a note mailed by Mary Williams, Otham, Young Co., Texas. Authorities inquiry has failed to locate the Mary Williams referenced and identify a possible suspect in the murder.
In a candid stance, factions urge dropping dead issues like free coinage and anti expansion from the next platform. They warn such planks harmed past efforts, while urging unity around economy and decisive action to defeat the Republicans without ballast from relics of old doctrines.
An advertisement claims success in business and health using Simmons Liver Purifier a tin box product. It promises relief from constipation ingestion biliousness headaches and heart health improvement to help you smile at your neighbor.
Geo Jowell won a second term as Clarendon city marshal defeating John J Alexander by a solid vote Tuesday. Alexander ran a fair race. Jowell remains popular with many old friends in Graham, signaling continued prosperity for the city official.
They never fail, they never will fail, hat? Cheatham's Laxative Tablets to cure a cold at once. Carry them in your vest pocket Always ready. Guaranteed. Price 25 cents.
Frederick Ferocious Funston, a Kansas fighter, roils critics as Uncle Sam may confine him to curb violence against traitors. Reports note prior appendix removal failed, with a grim joke he may need his mouth amputated. The Houston Post remarks he talks himself to death, reflecting Kansans’ wartime bravado.
A nearly fatal runaway left J. B. Orner of Franklin Grove Illinois with a stubborn leg ulcer that resisted doctors for four years. Bucklen's Arnica Salve healed the wound and is advertised for Beile Burne bruises cuts corns scalds skin eruptions and piles. 25 cents at Edgar Matthews & Co.
West Texas notes show Breckinridge Democrat commends candidate W L Grogan for state senate. A Sweetwater trustee allegedly exploited a teacher for 500 dollars. teacher resigned, Grogan remained trustee. Hall County Herald hints that skill with two pair aids political success in Texas Senate.
The Johnson County Review laments excessive party platform promises and urges voters to demand sober, decent legislators who act in the state’s best interest. It argues candidates overpromise during campaigns, struggle to fulfill reforms in a two year term, and warns against overloading platforms.
The piece lampoons a young woman running for Congress on the prohibition ticket, noting her questionable judgment and the inapt nature of her race in Kentucky as described by News.
An 1902 notice details Rock Island Route homeseeker tickets to California and northern points with one fare plus $2 for round trip. Selling dates April 15 May 6 and May 20. Going limit 15 days final limit 21 days from sale. Also includes commentary on General Miles and war department policy from Johnson County Review and Hartford Courant endorsing Miles despite partisan debate.
A controversial report claims Gen Aguinaldo boasted of assassinating a rival Filipino general to rise in Filipino esteem, and Gen Funston warned of enemies outside the prison awaiting his exit. Some Congress members praise him as a liberty champion, while others condemn his actions.
Milton Park of Dallas signals willingness to join Johann Most against Democrats and Republicans. He is described as an anarchist by peers and now leads the new tallied party born in Louisville last week.
The Dallas News notes a state wide event as Paderewski comes to Dallas on April 21 for the veterans reunion fund. The famed pianist will perform at reduced prices, aiding charity and entertainment for veterans. Will A. Watkin of Dallas heads the Reunion Music Committee overseeing seat sales.
The Throck. Times notes Hunt's Cure as a remedy for Itch Ring-worm Eczema Tetter and similar sores priced at 25 and 50 cents. It contrasts sneaking tobacco chewing in church with the waxy mouth and petew sounds during sermons, preferring wax and steady chewing over sermon interruptions.
A Palo Pinto oil-field gentleman cites Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic claim of iron and quinine in tasteless form at 50 cents. Mentions Fuel Company plans to pipe gas to Mineral Wells with 320 pound pressures and more gas wells.
Sons of Confederate Veterans are asked to attend a meeting at the court house on Saturday April 12 at 2 P M. T J Price commander invites members to participate in the gathering.
A far mer keeps wearing his old suit until his wife saves enough to buy him a new one as a Christmas gift. He plans a grand reveal at the ford, but the old suit slips from the wagon into the creek and the new suit vanishes in the cold night. He returns home teeth chattering, surprised Eliza again.
Advertisement claims the tablets stop the cough and cure a cold in one day with no cure no pay policy. Pricing set at 25 cents. Followers urged to try the product for rapid relief.
A Virginia swamp malaria account touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for malaria and related stomach and liver troubles. A testimonial from John Charleston of Bynesville praises the product, noting its health benefits and promising satisfaction. Edgar Matthews & Co. guarantees.
The United Confederate Veterans reunion in Dallas, Texas runs April 22 to 25. The Rock Island offers a round trip ticket at 3.40 from Jacksboro with sale April 21. Special trains depart Jacksboro at 4 a.m. April 21 and 22. sign up soon with agent D. C. Horton.
An old practitioner claims a new treatment for catarrh that avoids powders acids and pastes. The remedy Snuffies or Snuffles is advertised as a complete month long cure sold for one dollar with guidance from the discoverer Latine Rome and mailed from Philadelphia.
John Shan non was convicted of forgery in district court of Jones county on Wednesday and given a two year penitentiary sentence. He is tied to a county gang indictment for burglary and assault with intent to murder Davis by shooting. The Free Press notes he was raised in Young county and belonged to a prominent family, extending sympathy to his parents and relatives.
A misleading advertisement catalog promotes Mexican Cough Syrup, Mexican Root Pill, Gooch's Quick Relief, Samsa railla, and other products as universal cures. Claims include cure for coughs, biliousness, bad blood, feeble nerves, piles, chills, and fever with 25 cent prices and testimonials.
An advertisement touts Simmons Cough Syrup as a safe cure for sleepless nights. It claims to restore natural sleep and pleasant dreams with a guaranteed effect. Prices listed 25 and 50 cents.
An advertisement touts a white wool fascinator and a malaria cure from Dr. C. Moore Co. The claim promises to cure malaria, ague, chills, fever and related illnesses without quinine, arsenic, or iron. Priced at 50c per box, available at 310 N Mato St, St. Louis, or Graham Drug Co.
The report warns that cholera bubonic plague and leprosy are widespread on the Philippine islands and will be imported. It notes that leprosy plagues cholera and corpses are among chief imports, with many consignments of corpses already received by the United States.
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