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Newspaper

Graham Leader

Location

Graham, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 12, 1906

Page

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Notable Wedding at Eliasville

Notable wedding at Eliasville marks the marriage of Mr. Chas Donnell and Miss Edna Cunningham on Tuesday evening the 3rd last. Rev W H McCullough conducted the ceremony at the bride’s parents home. The bride received many useful presents and a bountiful supper followed. The editors and friends offer heartfelt congratulations and best wishes.

Chas. Donnell Edna Cunnigham Eliasville W. H. McCullough Donnell

Mrs Williams of Eliasville Dies Near Bowie

Mrs Williams daughter of John Roach of Eliasville died at her Bowie area home last Saturday. Her body was shipped to Graham then Eliasville for interment, where she was laid to rest last Sunday. The Leader extends sympathy to the bereaved family.

Williams John Roach Eliasville Bowie Graham

Hovey Returns From Western Inspection Trip

S B Hovey vice president of the Rock Island returned yesterday after traveling overland from Graham to Throckmorton to inspect the country and report on extending the line. He appeared impressed and likely to favor a rapid construction if approved. On returning, J C McCabe American freight agent left to study traffic prospects in the same territory.

S. B. Hovey Rock Island Graham Throckmorton Hovey

J. 1 Case Names Contest at Graham Hardware Co

A notice advises that girls or boys under 14 may submit J. 1 CASH names for cash prizes. The child with the largest number of J. 1 CASH names wins to receive $2.50. Entries must be at the office by May 31 at 4 pm and counted by June 5. Enclose all J. 1 CASE names in a sealed package with the entrant’s name on the outside.

Graham Hardware Co

Builders F Herron and John Hughes Plan Homes on Elm Street

F Herron and John Hughes prepare to erect residences on South Elm Street, outlining plans for two new houses in the town.

F. Herron John Hughes South Elm Street

County Court Terms Briefly Met and Dissolutions Noted

The county court met for a brief term with probate work on Monday and criminal business on Tuesday. The cases against H M Jones and S W Lane for local option violations were dismissed for insufficient testimony. Geo Cloud was convicted but judgment was arrested and the indictment quashed. a new complaint was taken. H E Clayton was acquitted. jury served one day then discharged. Probate orders remain but court is adjourned.

H. M. Jones S. W. Lane Geo. Cloud H. E. Clayton Cloud Clayton

Rheumatic pains relief with Chamberlain's Pain Balm

The liniment provides quick relief and helps sleep for rheumatic sufferers. Many claim permanent cure and rest is possible. Sold by all druggists.

Chamberlain

The Graham Auditorium Company Formed at Court House

The Auditorium of The Graham Auditorium Company organized last Saturday evening at the court house with officers C W Johnson president Boyd Street secretary and Chas Gay treasurer and directors C W Johnson W F Garrison J Porter W C Harwell and Boyd Street The capital stock is 2000 about 1200 subscribed and paid and a charter applied for Vacant lots south of the court house secured and workmen building the structure to be up to date The company plans to use the building for general auditorium purposes including skating public meetings opera house and all lawful gatherings and will charge a reasonable rental to keep it in good condition for public use.

Court House C. W. Johnson Boyd Street Chas. Gay W. F. Garrisson J. Porter W. C. Harwell

Members join Young County Relief Association drive

Over 100 have joined the Young County Relief Association in recent weeks as members show interest in its upbuilding work. The group urges continued membership to reach the 1000 member goal.

Young County Relief Association

Graham Odd Fellows Reopen in Breckenridge District

The Graham Odd Fellows Lodge, dormant for years, was reorganized on the 4th inst with Hon. W. P. Sebastian D G M and Mr Day leading prominent Breckenridge Odd Fellows to institute the lodge. It meets Thursdays at the K of P Hall with officers F Heron N G, 8 M Weaver D G, H L Ogan Secretary and J F Orrell Treasurer.

W. P. Sebastian

Jolly Graham party heads overland to New Mexico

A crowd led by C. C. Miller H. H. Burtt Luke Mathis and Jac B Crain departed for New Mexico this morning. They will travel by overland route and stay several weeks in the mountains for hunting and fishing before returning after about three months. They promised to keep Old Reliable readers posted with letters from the road.

C. C. Miller H. H. Burtt Luke Mathis Jac. B. Crain New Mexico Graham Reliable

South Bend man visits Leader office on Tuesday

J. L. Smith of South Bend was a pleasant visitor to the Leader office on Tuesday, sharing remarks and friendly conversation with staff.

J. L. Smith South Bend Leader

Death of G. L. Aynesworth in Young County

G L Aynesworth died of heart failure at his residence in the city at 9 15 this morning after over twenty five years in Young County. A Baptist Church member and old Confederate soldier, he belonged to the local Masonic Lodge and leaves a wife and five sons. Two sons are due to arrive for the funeral Saturday morning.

G. L. Aynesworth Mr. Aynesworth Young County Baptist Church Masonic Lodge

Our Cemetery Needs Help From Public for Oak Grove

A Ladies Cemetery Association plea from Mrs. 8S. Crawford, president, requests liberal contributions to maintain Oak Grove Cemetery as graves rise toward five hundred forty seven. The message emphasizes the growing work and earnest appeal for support.

Oak Grove Cemetery 8S. R. Crawford Ladies Cemetery Association

Roscoe Timmons Injured In Skating Rink Floor Fall

During demolition work at the skating rink at 4 PM Roscoe Timmons slipped on a rough spot in the floor and fractured his arm just above the wrist. He received immediate first aid and was taken for further medical evaluation.

Roscoe Timmons

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