Tragedy after Prohibition Meeting in Hempstead
In Hempstead Texas on April 24 a deadly riot erupted at a prohibition league meeting after a petition to Governor Lanham to station rangers circulated. Congressman John M Pinckney and H M Brown were killed, Thomas Pinckney died the next day, with several others wounded in the county courthouse shooting.
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Hempstead
Texas
Lanham
Waller County Prohibition League
H. Brown
John M. Pinckney
Eighth
R. E. Tomkins
Hallettsville
Houston
John M. Pinkney
Brown
Prohibition League
J. E. Mills
Thomas Pinckney
Sheriff Lipscomb
McDade
Chau Tauqua E Entertainers Set for Graham Three Nights
The Christian church ladies announce Dr De Walt Norton traveler artist and entertainer with Madam Tschudi in illustrated songs. The act has played Texas towns to favorable notices. Madam Tschudi praised for rich contralto voice and wide range. At the Court House May 2 3 4. Reserved seats 35 cents general 25 cents children 15 cents. Reserved seats available at Blakeney's Pharmacy.
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Graham
Court House
Blakeney’s Pharmacy
Warren Moore Pays a Fine in Concealed Weapon Case
The case against Warren Moore district attorney charged with carrying a concealed weapon and assault with intent to murder was heard. He pleaded guilty to carrying a concealed weapon, fined $25 plus costs. On assault to murder he waived examination and was bound over in $500 to await grand jury action.
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Austin
Warren Moore
Howard Martin
J.D. Moore
Gra ham N B mulls building new business house
About two weeks ago in Graham a gentleman lost a purse containing 7.75 dollars with a five dollar bill and silver. Finder please return to Leader office for a reward. Other notes mention P. W. Hale's Stamford trip, F. H. Stafford moving to South Elm Street, R. C. Adams returning to Graham with his family at the Gallaher house, and plans by Graham National Bank to construct a new business house just west of the bank.
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Graham
R.C. Adams
Gallaher
South Oak Street
Graham National Bank
Growth in Graham as six to ten room homes rise
Graham sees rapid housing expansion with at least six new residences under construction and extensive repairs on dwellings, barns, and fences. Notable projects include a six room cottage for County Treasurer F. M. Burkett, a ten room building for E. B. Norman, and a Methodist parsonage, signaling continued town growth and improved living facilities.
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Graham
B. B. Garrett
Messrs
Riley and
Craig
F. M. Burkett
Witt Adair
Judge Akin
J. H. Cochran
J. L. Vaughan
Belmont
Rex Smith
Spring Creek
W. T. Finch
John Kisinger
Cherry Street
Charles B. Gant
Gus Eddleman
Doty
Jim Porter
J. W. Gallaher
Z. A. Hudson
Col
J. N. Adair
Reverend G. D. Wilson Visits Leader in Farmer
Rev G D Wilson of Farmer paid a cordial call on the Leader on Wednesday, sharing a friendly greeting and community interest.
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G. D. Wilson
Farmer
Noted Evangelist Dr Norton Delights Decatur Audiences
Pastors and community leaders praise Dr DeWalt Norton and his company after three nights of performances aided by the Oxy Hydrogen Dissolving Instrument. Prominent ministers Homer T Wilson J S McLaughlin and Henson commend the act as fine clean Christian and helpful entertainment.
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Decatur
Texas Wonder Promoted By Cured Texas Resident
Edna Texas March 14 1903 Dr E W Hall St Louis Mo Dear Sir I have been cured of kidney and rheumatic troubles by the use of your Texas Wonder Hall's Great Discovery and I can fully recommend it to others suffering in the same manner L E Warp.
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Edna, Tex
E. W. Hall
St. Louis
Texas
Hall
Texas Wonder Cure All Kidney and Bladder Ailments
A Texas Wonder single bottle claims to cure kidney and bladder troubles including gravel diabetes seminal emissions and rheumatism. The ad offers mail order for $1 if not available locally and promises two months of treatment per bottle with testimonials available from Dr E W Hall sole manufacturer in St Louis Missouri. It lists druggists and Graham Drug Co as outlets.
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Hall
E. W. Hail
P.O. Box
St. Louis
al Druggists
Graham Ug Co
The Carrying of Guns in Texas
A column argues that concealed weapon carrying fuels Texas killings, citing Hempstead tragedy and decades of violence. It urges stricter laws and stronger enforcement to curb gun use by criminals and protect law abiding citizens.
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Hempstead
Texas
Woodmen to Attend Cloud Monument Unveiling Sunday
A sizable group from Graham Woodmen camps plans to travel to Murray Sunday to assist in unveiling the monument honoring the late J. W. Cloud. If weather allows, a large turnout from this and other Woodmen of the World camps is expected.
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Graham Woodmen
Murray
J. W. Cloud
Local Option Legislation Enacted by Legislature
Bonham News reports four local option bills: bans on agents taking orders for liquor in prohibited areas, forced labeling and return of unclaimed liquor shipped by express, forbidding drinking in cold storages in local option districts, and judges may only restrain cases within jurisdiction with stated exceptions. Penalties include fines and jail for the first three. The fourth tightens judge restraints. authors urge executive compliance and cautious court handling.
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Court of Criminal Appeals
Bonham News
Children’s Exercise Rescheduled To Easter Sunday Play
The rain and floods prevented the missionary play The Mother’s Dream from being performed on Easter Sunday night. It will now be held at the Christian church next Sunday night April 30. All are invited.
History of Young County to Start This June
The paper’s management plans a Mr. Martins historical sketch of Young County beginning with the first issue in June. Readers urged to register subscriptions now to ensure they do not miss any installments.
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Young County
Graham Public School Elections Urged For May
The Graham community is urged to vote in two May elections. On May 6 four trustees are to be elected and on May 10 a bond issue will be voted to fund a new school house. The note emphasizes broad participation to ensure a capable board and a successful bond outcome for a larger, better school.
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Graham Public School
Graham
Texas
Board of Trustees
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Congressman Pinckney of
Hemstead
Captain Brown
Tomkins
H. M. Brown
D. Pinckney
John Mills
Rolland D. Brown
Mr. Pinckneys
Tucker Pinckney
John M
Thos Pinckney
Congressman Pinckney
P. W. Hale
Stamford
F. H. Stafford
Washburn
South Elm Street
Woodmen Circle
Woodmen Hall
W. A. Hurt
Lou Cunningham
Laura
Ollie Kidwell
Rob McLaren
Leslie Scott
Oliver Twist
Terrell
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