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Newspaper

Graham Leader

Location

Graham, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1907

Page

2

The Leader Rates Subscriptions and Local Notes

The Leader section lists subscription rates One copy for one year at 1.00 dollars and six months for 0.50 dollars. It notes post office entry in Graham Texas as second class mail matter. Names Rank H Bowron P A Martin appear as guarantors amid a reflection on wealth, position, friendship and happiness.

Graham Texas

Early Risers Pills Sold by Graham Drug Co

When you need a pill take an Early Riser. DeWitt's Little Early Risers are safe and satisfactory pills. They do not gripe or sicken. Sold by the Graham Drug Co.

DeWitt Graham Drug Co

Prohibition Election Ordered in Tarrant County

The county commissioners of Tarrant County ordered a prohibition election to be held Saturday, April 27. Rev. H. A. Roaz of Polytechnic College presented the petition, and a heated campaign is anticipated.

Tarrant County H. A. Roaz Polytechnic College

How He Did It How thrifty wife helps man save ten thousand

A man who earned at most a dollar a day saved ten thousand dollars in twenty seven years while raising thirteen children, ten living. He credits his success to choosing a thrifty sensible wife, noting her role in the foundation of fortunes. The exchange adds that credit often goes to the man, but the wife merits acknowledgment.

Rest is Only Way to Heal Digestive Trouble

An article urges more rest for the stomach as overwork causes indigestion and dyspepsia. It promotes Kodol as a thorough stomach relief that digests food and restores normal activity, sold under a guarantee by Graham Drug Co.

Graham Drug Co

Notice for Cross of Honor ceremony at Fitzhugh Lee Camp

Members of the U DC Fitzhugh Lee Camp will award the Cross of Honor to all applicants on April 26. Applicants who submitted requests are asked to meet at the courthouse at 2 o clock on the 26th inst. Mrs. Leia Morris, President. Miss Nora Sloan, Secretary.

U. D.C Fitzhugh Lee C Amp Court House Lei_a Morris Nora Sloan Sec

Notice to Borrowers and Vendors in Graham Texas

Notice to parties desiring to borrow money or sell vendors lien notes. McLaren of Graham, Texas invites inquiries and offers to arrange loans through a leading mortgage company in the Southwest. Personal attention assured.

South West Gro H. McLaren Graham Texas

Rules for longevity from Sir James Sawyer in Birmingham

The Birmingham physician Sir James Sawyer outlined nineteen rules for a long life. Highlights include eight hours’ sleep on the right side with the window open, a body temperature bath, daily outdoor exercise, and a diet favoring fat with little meat and no milk. He urges temperate living, avoiding intoxicants, pets in living rooms, and frequent holidays.

James Sawyer Birmingham England

Dead Easy Baby Trade Urged in Farm Anecdote

A Kansas boy visits his newborn brother and questions its origins. The mother explains an angel brought it, prompting the child to remark you are dead easy. He suggests trading the baby for one of Johnny Green’s spotted pups, revealing rustic humor of the era.

Kansas Jimmie Johnny Green

Hunt's Lightning Oil Promises Quick Relief for All Ailments

The speaker extols Hunt's Lightning Oil as a universal remedy used by the entire family for rheumatism cuts sprains bruises burns scalds aches catarrh chillblains and more. The product is praised for quickly yanking old ailments out by the roots and never disappointing.

Dad Mamy Sis Hunt

Bayliss Returns to Denton Nursery Agents Remain

J W Bayliss of Planters Nursery Denton Texas returns to Graham after a rest and will travel to Mineral Wells soon He will personally fill orders and has agents J R Cornish and C Taylor as the only authorized representatives He warns against unauthorized dealers who claimed to represent his firm last year

J. W. Bayliss Reliable Planters Nursery Denton Texas Graham J. R. R. Cornish C. Taylor Mr. Bayliss Messrs J R. Kt. Cornish

South Bend church notes and local visits

Rev Warren Cunningham filled his regular appointment with two sermons to large crowds last Sunday in South Bend. Local residents J R. McBrayer, Luther Braddock, and others visited Gra ham and Lone Star. Dr A P Garnett spoke to big audiences Monday and Tuesday nights. Floyd Burgess and Milton Ford visited Tonk valley. Mrs O A McBrayer and daughters Bertha and Mary visited Graham. A baby girl is noted.

Warren Cunningham J R. McBrayer M. L. Mobley Lone Star Ethel Keeter Proffitt School W. C. Reed Luther Braddock Graham A. P. Garnett Floyd Burgess Milton Ford Tonk Valley A. G. Love Eliasville C. V Conner Conner O. A. McBrayer Bertha Mary M. D. Harrell Annie

In Memory of Comrade S. R. Ragland

Comrade S. R. Ragland, a member of the 8th Alabama Regiment Gen Clanton’s Brigade of Cavalry, a soldier of principle and Christian fidelity, belonged to Young County Camp No 127. He visited his Alabama home recently and spoke of old friends, died a triumphant Christian death, Camp extends sorrow to his family and prays for a heavenly reunion. R C McPulhan a

S. R. Ragland Alabama Clanton Ragland Young County Father R.C. McPuHan

I Love to Steal Awhile Away Parody at Rural Prayer

A rural church incident ends in humor as a deacon misreads a hymn title and bursts into a comic refrain. The minister assigns the hymn, the deacon stumbles, and the congregation erupts in laughter before a calm closer prayer.

Hunt's Cure Guarantee Claims High Satisfaction

A vintage claim states Hunt's Cure has sold for over fifteen years with a strict guarantee to cure skin troubles. It asserts less than one percent of buyers requested refunds because the product effectively does the work.

Hunt

Don’t Put Off What You Can Do Today Ballards Snow Liniment

An arkansas testimonial urges immediate purchase of Ballards Snow Liniment for rheumatism burns cuts sprains contracted muscles and more. T. 5S. Graham of Prairie Grove credits the product with curing rheumatism after others failed and thanks B H Blakeney for the sale.

Ballard Graham Prairie Grove Ark B. H. Blakeney

Tombstones and Grave Digging Ad by Sexton Baker

I represent the Cisco Marble Works and can fill tombstone orders promptly and satisfactorily. Grave digging rates are adults seven dollars and children five dollars. Call on me W. Ei. Baker, Sexton Oak Grove Cemetery.

Cisco Marble Works W. Ei. Baker Sexton Oak Grove Cemetery

Dry weather slows Cedar Creek farming pace

Cedar Creek notes show continued dry spell with slow farming progress. Corn remains unfinished and cotton planting is uncertain without rain. District court at Breckenridge heard cases earlier this week while locals visit kin and friends in Cedar area.

M. C. Barron B. P. Gann Breckenridge Grandma Parsons Graham Cedar C. A. Fergueson J. V. Stone Near Ivan J. M. Rickels Cederite

Good Judgement and Vermifuge for Babies

An advertisement extols good judgement as essential for men women and mothers. It promotes White's Cream Vermifuge as the best worm medicine for babies and notes grateful mothers crediting their children's health to the product sold by B. H. Blakeney.

B. H. Blakeney

Six Show Cases for Sale by GrRAWAM Drue Co

Six square six foot show cases in good shape are offered for sale to make room for new stock. Bargain pricing available from GrRAWAM Drue Co.

Grrawam Drue Co

Fishermen’s luck and local deals in Graham

Bob Bryan and family visited Bend for fishing over Friday and Saturday returning with luck. J W Douglass sold his farm to Jim Boozer for 2500 dollars. Rev H H Windham visited Bend and preached at Upper Tank Valley. Annie Harrell Jewel Ingraham ill. Ingraham moved from Collin County seeking rain. Ester Clifton Rogers have measles. J L Smiths visited Mrs Rog ers in Pleasant Hill. A rain would be welcomed. Mr Hereford Bulls will be in Graham on Saturday April 20 with full blood bulls for sale. Crumpton’s advertises home made candies drinks and busy store atmosphere.

Bob Bryan E. C. Stovall Norman Graham Bend J. W. Douglass Jim Boozer H. H. Windham Annie Harrell Jewel Ingraham W. M. Goode Upper Tank Valley Ingraham Collin Co Ester Clifton Rogers J L. Smith

Herbine Offered As Liver Regulator In Elixir Claim

An advertisement touts Herbine as a liver regulator and cure for dyspepsia constipation chills and fever and liver complaints. Testimonial from F C Waite of Westville Florida says two bottles cured his month long illness. Sold by B H Blakeney.

F. C. Waite Westville Fla B. H. Blakeney

Snodgrass Jack Breeding Offer Near Graham

Joe the Snodgrass Jack, a five year old Black Mammoth Jack, will season at the breeder’s Tank Valley place nine miles southwest of Graham. Terms ten dollars to insure a foal. For breeders, register name and number of mares promptly. ml4-2m H. Brashears.

Joe My Place Graham Tank Valley

Blood bay gelding for sale at Briar Berd

Five year old blood bay horse about 16 hands tall and 1250 pounds. Three-fourths running stock and one-fourth draft. Will stand at Briar Berd this season with ten dollars insurance. Will pasture mares from a distance. W. E. Moore.

Briar Berd W. E. Moore

Money to Loan On Land at Low Interest Rate

Advertises long term land loans at a low rate or extension of vendor notes on improved farms. Offers 1-2 of the purchase price as equity. Encourages calling R. F. Arnold, Attorney, for terms.

R. F. Arnold Atty

Lumber firm seeks payment clarification note

Young County Lumber Co, north of the post office, asks customers to settle lumber bills. Manager W T Fixcu warns that both parties lose if the bill is not resolved.

Young County Lumber Co W. T. Fixcu

Promoting Patent Skin Cure for Various Ailments

An advertisement touts cures for tetter pimples ring worm and skin eruptions. It claims skin relief for ped faces and hands and says cotton pickers can earn more cotton by using the product. Sold and guaranteed by B. S. Dory & Co.

Hermine treatment claims cure for indigestion ailments

A vintage advertisement touts Hermine as a cure for indigestion and a wide range of symptoms including heartburn, flatulence, liver torpidity, constipation, headaches, poor blood, nervous symptoms, sallow skin, and offensive breath. It promotes a 30¢ bottle sold by B. H. Blakeney.

B. H. Blakeney

Real Estate and Insurance Ad by Brick Beef Market

An old man offers money for loan and sale of real estate along with fire and tornado insurance. R. C. MeePhain promotes loans and insurance. Ropison Bros advertise as the best-heceived buyers in the county at the Brick Beef Market.

R. C. Meephain Ropison Bros

Rowden Cotton Seed for sale at home on Duff Prairie

Rowden Cotton Seed offered at 50 cents per bushel to be disposed of at the home on Duff Prairie Mountain Home Community. Delivery at Graham sacked 60 cents per bushel. For information contact G. H. Bunger Morrison Grocery Bunger Bros.

Duff Prairie Mountain Graham G. H. Bunger Morrison Grocery Bunger Bros

Barbers of Graham Plan Early Saturday Closures

To The Public. The Barbers of Graham have agreed to close their shops at 8 o clock p m on and after April 15th Saturdays excepted.

Barbers Graham

Devoe Carries Gloss Carriage Paint by Graham Hardware

Paint Your Buggy for 75e to 1.00 with Devoe s Gloss Carriage Paint. It weighs 3 to 8 oz more to the pint than others, wears longer and gives a gloss equal to new work. Sold by Graham Hardware Co.

Devoe Graham Hardware Co

Eggs For Sale From Mrs Drum In Texas

Choice Silver Laced Wyandotte eggs offered for setting seventeen eggs at one dollar. Apply to Mrs H W Drum, farmer, Texas, for details and purchase location.

H. W. Drum Texes

Roy Pp Golston Hauls Express Trunk Service Offered

Have your trunks and express hauled by Roy Pp. Golston for prompt handling.

Roy Pp Golston

Also Mentioned on This Page

H. Bowron P. A. Martin Gid South Bend Samuel Psicher New York Cottery Ee Ethicace Bears Castoria Fran Ory Cedar Creek Hereford Bulls Mabry Crumpton’s Crumpton B. S. Dory & Co Srivie Rowden Cotton Seed
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