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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1911
Page
2
Goree in Knox county awarded a ten thousand dollar brick school contract. Young county plans a hundred thousand dollars for road improvements. Vardaman recently elected U.S. Senator from Mississippi. Palo Pinto to hold a September 5 prohibition election. county now wet but pro votes led to order.
A woman and two men were arrested in Maine on a murder charge after two young daughters, ages six and nine, described a man killed and buried in the woods. The body was not found, the supposed victim later surfaced in Canada, proving the tale a childs romance and challenging the belief that children always tell the truth.
Thirty years of association prove the merit of Kings New Discovery for coughs, throat and lung ailments. Concord resident Thomas Ariss testifies the medicine has served his family well for decades. It is described as the most reliable remedy for lagrippe asthma hay fever croup quinsy or sore throat. Price 50c and 1.00 with free trial and druggist guarantee.
The July crop report lists Texas rice acreage at 238 300 acres and shows the crop condition 15 percent better than last year. It notes a 26 000 acre decrease in rice area and a small stock of 1910 rice on hand, yet the industry holds bright prospects for the current crop.
The Houston speaker John H Kirby declared that if juried to enforce law he would refuse to convict for a prohibition violation if the law did not meet his approval. Wills Point Chronicle condemns the remark as lacking public spirit and citizen duty. The piece also notes a federal bulletin on the boll weevil reporting its spread in Texas and the impact of dry seasons on control efforts.
Lov ing Land Company features in this issue with a brief advertisement highlighting offerings and services available to readers. The notice emphasizes key products and contact details for potential customers.
An old advertisement extols Lard's Snow Liniment for stiff back and lame neck pain caused by cold drafts. It claims to be the best pain relieving remedy available and lists prices of 25¢ 50¢ and 1.00 per bottle sold by all druggists.
A converted cowboy defines true religion as actions over shouting praises. He explains his service to Jim by tending the hills, ensuring Jim's herd is fed, safe, and free from thieves, rather than endless sermons.
The Texas statewide prohibition vote produced a narrow anti ban victory, surprising many observers. The Chronicle praises Tom Ball and Jake Wolters, urges continued limits on liquor sales, and warns antis to push simple police power laws rather than reopen the fight. It urges immediate enactment of night closing laws and tighter liquor controls to prevent a future clash.
The state issues an eight week weekly citation by publication to Mary M Schultz and unknown heirs of Mary M Schultz and Mary M Schnitz to appear at the District Court in Graham on September 4 1911. The case No 1356 lists James Cotten as plaintiff and Schultz heirs as defendants with a petition filed July 1 1911 alleging possession on or about January 1 1911.
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