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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1906
Page
2
The Leader lists subscription rates for one copy and one year with six months options. It notes Graham Texas post office entry as second class mail matter and credits FRANK H. BOWRON as editor and P. A. MARTIN.
Announcements list candidates for local offices including Senator D E Decker and W Veale, District Judge A H Carrigan, District Attorney P A Martin, County Judge Gro H McLaren J E Simpson, County Clerk E B Norman D D Calenbary R Lindsey, County Treasurer F M Burkett, and Sheriff Tax Collector M A Wallace.
Galveston Texas rises to second among U S ports for shipment volume outpaced only by New York this past year. Analysts predict once the Panama Canal opens Galveston will likely capture the first place, reflecting growing regional trade and navigation prospects.
The speaker argues the administration should avoid conflict with China and seek no entanglement. He asserts Americans' consent matters and that China should have equal rights on premises, urging restraint if Beijing objects to U.S. actions overseas.
Thomas W. Lawson won prosecutions against a mutual and Equitable Life Insurance agents in Boston Massachusetts for rebates prohibited by state law. He vows to press the campaign until the firms are purified or leave the business.
A lively opinion argues over whether the United States should claim jurisdiction over the Isle of Pines or hand it to Cuba. The piece champions retaining control to remember Senorita Evangelina Cisneros, praised as the heroine of the Isle of Pines, and laments the fate of the young girl.
The article discusses how the U S Congress must decide if the Panama canal will be sea level or lock built. It cites San Francisco earthquake events as influencing support for a sea level design, arguing that a sea level route is preferable despite higher cost and longer construction.
Dew poison, pines, ring worn, skin eruptions, chip ped faces and hands, sore and sweaty, swollen and blistered feet describe workers in Graham Texas. The item cites B. 8 Doty & Co. as sources for the cotton picking method, noting increased cotton throughput in field conditions.
A letter praises U S charity for Japan and proposes issuing famine bonds to fund food for starving Japanese. It argues debt is acceptable to defend national honor, suggesting a famine debt could similarly save lives, while affirming ongoing humanitarian aid.
A summary of the 1906 Texas primary rules outlining when and how the July 28 election occurs. It covers voter qualifications set by party executive committees, candidate expense funding, canvassing by county committees, and the possible use of a double primary or plurality system. It notes independent candidates and party pledges, with Mr. John C. Kay as county chairman and precinct chairs across the county.
The piece argues the next Democratic candidate should be a Northern or Western man, favoring Hearst of New York or Folk of Missouri. Bryan is unlikely to run again. If Hearst becomes New York governor, he is seen as the logical nominee uniting reform and socialist support to oppose the money power. A Southern nominee is deemed unlikely to secure Northern backing. Senator Culberson of Texas is preferred only if election chances exist, else not as a slaughtered figurehead.
A vintage ad proclaims Chamberlain's Pain Balm relieves rheumatic pain after one application and, with short use, offers a permanent cure. It urges selling through all druggists and emphasizes home comfort as the main value.
The Leader notes the reception of The Texas Woman, an eight page four column weekly launched by Mrs. Mary Winn Smoot at Sherman Texas. The editor aims to cover women’s interests but may discuss men politics and religion as needed. Smoot, known for Aunt Lucinda and similar humor, shows potential for serious work.
Vernon Call recalls Gov. Hogg’s answer when asked if he ever swore. Hogg says he quit as a boy after promising his father he would stop. later, amid printer and editor duties, he restrained himself though tempted, joking that he could make a star caster but stops at dad blame it.
Science claims the moon has an atmosphere enabling life in some form, though not for humans. The ad touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for headaches, biliousness, malaria, chills, fever, jaundice, dyspepsia, dizziness, liver and kidney complaints, debility, and female weaknesses, as a tonic and appetizer for the aged, with a sleep guarantee by B. S. Doty, druggist, at 50 cents.
The St Joseph infirmary in Fort Worth is the target of a damage suit by its officials against the Fort Worth and Dallas papers. The suit follows the death of Assistant Attorney General Martin after a Sunday visit. None of the papers disclosed the medical cause beyond noting a surgical operation, leaving the impression it caused the death. Henrietta Independent.
This salve targets sore nipples burns frost bite chapped hands itching piles chronic eye sores skin diseases including tetter ring worm eczema and scabies It claims unparalleled success in treating these conditions Price 25 cents per box sold by all druggists.
The oldest son of Paul F. Mueller publisher of Volksblatt-Rundschau Lincoln Ill. recovered from a severe cold and cough after using Harts Honey and Horehound. Mueller touts it as a wonderful cure for throat and lung troubles. Available at 25c, 50c, and $1.00 from B S Co druggists.
Mr Tillman and allies chase a suspect linked to a forceful removal of a woman from the White House. Public anger grows over a woman who refused to move, signaling a strong reaction to gender challenge and expected equal treatment.
J S Egleston of Maple Landing Iowa recalls severe winter colds turning into la grippe with aching joints head congestion chills and fever. He says Chamberlains Cough Remedy and Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets quickly knocked out the grip after liberal use. Sold by all druggists.
A cow and her red calf slipped from the lot and caused trouble for the household. The editor later secured them back in the lot by throwing a rope over the calf, noting that a man’s help is essential and implying women should have one at home.
A bold newspaper pitch offers a combined subscription to The Dallas Semi-Weekly News and The Graham LeapER. Farmers and stockmen are urged to subscribe for $1.75 for one year, highlighting local news, home enterprises, personal items, state news, national and foreign affairs plus the Farmers' Forum as added value.
Mary F Walsh McCrin born November 2 1832 in West Virginia, moved to Indiana, married W R Walsh May 1 1849. She lived in Texas and Young County before settling in Parker County and then 29 years in Young County died February 22 1906 at 73. Three children predeceased her, eight in all with one killed by Indians. She joined Fish Baptist Church in 1878 and was a devoted mother. Church resolutions praise her faithfulness and extend sympathy to her family.
M W Thomlinson of Oswego Kansas reports Simmons Liver Purifier as the most valuable constipation and liver remedy he ever tried. He notes it works thoroughly without gripe unlike most similar products and recommends it whenever possible.
Evangelist E M Mercer leads a camp meeting at Belknap Young county beginning Friday night before the fourth Sunday in July. All Christians of every denomination are invited to camp for several days for God’s glory and sinners’ salvation. Free grounds with grass and water. J E Wurrerey Clerk of session C P church
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