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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1909
Page
2
The Leader in Graham Texas informs readers that subscriptions are not sent on credit beyond one year. Check your mail label date and renew if you are nearing arrears, or contact the office to continue receiving the publication.
Hon A Hawkins of Midland announces candidacy for lieutenant governor with others in the field. Dr Coxs Barbed Wire Liniment relieves pain in minutes, non burning. For sale by B S Doty Co.
Childress County prepares for a local option election after four years of prohibition. Supporters say residents should decide whether alcohol can be purchased locally while opponents argue against changing the dry status.
Dr Cox's Barb ed Wire Liniment advertised for piles with a money back guarantee if relief or cure is not achieved. Sold by B S Doty and other local dealers a promise of value for cash.
The legislative committee appointed to investigate the state penitentiaries has taken a vacation until October but has employed expert auditors to review the bookkeeping at the penal institutions.
I S Magon of Beaver Dam Kentucky says intense colicky pains disappeared after using Cham berlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as suggested by a friend. After a few doses the symptoms vanished and have not returned in four years. Sloan Drug Co sells the remedy.
A petition circulated in Wise county by the Farmers' Union asks ginners to use only cotton bagging. It is signed by 300 farmers who assert this would boost demand for home products and better preserve lint in bales. Ginners may act favorably on the request.
Testimony from Nichols of Oakland Indiana endorses Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy claiming reliable fast cures since 1872. Commercial traveler notes he never travels without it. Sold by Sloan Drug Co.
The tariff bill passed the Senate by 47 to 41 with seven Republicans joining Democrats. The defectors were from Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Kansas, including two from Minnesota and two from Iowa.
Pain anywhere stopped in 20 minutes with Dr Shoop's Pink Pain Tablets. Box shows formula for 25 cents and claims to stop womanly pains and headaches. Written by Dr. Shoop Racine Wis for a free trial to prove value. Sold by B S Doty & Co.
Col W J Bryan will not become a Texas citizen but is expected to spend part of the winter season on his gulf coast farm.
The notice highlights Belle of Wichita, White Rose, and Monogram flour brands as attracting growing attention and being guaranteed in every sack.
The editorial argues satoon interests seek to block a statewide prohibition election by pressing legislators to avoid carrying out the people's will. It predicts a campaign line of saloon versus anti saloon, urging unity behind a candidate who will ensure a public vote on prohibition, regardless of personal stance.
The firm Mabry Short & Co dissolves by mutual consent with R E Mabry retiring. R F Short and J T Rickman continue the business under R F Short & Co, assuming all liabilities and collecting all accounts due. The note thanks customers for past trade and seeks continued patronage.
After about 25 years in active dry goods, I have sold my interest to R. F. Short and J. T. Rickman. They will continue the business as R. F. Short & Co. I wish them continued patronage and success. R. E. Masry.
Mr and Mrs J T Gunn of Lafayette Indiana have been visiting Mr and Mrs H P Rose in our city for a week and left Monday for Kentucky to celebrate their first wedding anniversary with Mr Gunns parents. Mrs Gunn is well known here from a previous visit and Mr Gunn is connected with Purdue University at Lafayette.
A reflection on how people profess plans to study save or modernize yet never follow through. The speaker notes lazy students improvident individuals and stagnant businesses all claim intention for later, but consistently fail to act. The piece condemns procrastination and urges concrete steps instead of vague resolves.
A health remedy advertisement claims irritability at home comes from a troubled liver not disposition. It urges readers to try Ballard's Herbine to improve liver function and enhance household harmony. The banner notes a 50 cent bottle price and druggists stock.
The Childress Post argues newspapers must tell the truth in all subjects about local conditions. It condemns papers that publish false statements on crops rains or other matters as worse than a liar, stressing the harm to readers and communities.
When stomach heart or kidney nerves weaken organs fail Do not drug stomach nor stimulate heart or kidneys Use Dr Shoop's Restorative prescription druggists across the nation Strengthen these nerves with Restorative tablets or liquid and notice quick relief Sold by B S Doty Co
Epworth League attendance nears full strength with 31 of 33 members present, seven from out of town. Grandmother Grey hosted a reception on the church lawn last Friday. Next Wednesday the League will fully lead the prayer meeting and hopes for strong turnout.
J F Dempsey of Dempsey Ala recalls a one year old experiencing cholera infantum with vomiting and diarrhea. After failing to find a physician and seeking help from Elder Gros Carter and Mr Elder, Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy gave immediate relief within fifteen minutes and full recovery followed. Sloan Drug Co. sells the remedy.
Mr and Mrs J T Cunningham left Sunday for Waco to visit the family of M B Handy. Ben Cunningham and Blakey Gallaher will manage the post office during Mr Cunninghams absence.
Thirteen veterans met at the Graham courthouse on Saturday at 2 30 p m to discuss increasing interest in Young County Camp No 127 U C V The group elected T J Lamons Capt G W Carlton 1st Lieut Jesse Allen 2nd Lieut F Herron Adjutant A O Norris Treas R Lindsey Chaplain They voted to meet the fourth Sunday monthly at 3 p m with Sons and Daughters of the Confederacy invited to join Adjutant F Herron urged support and a short address by Hon P A Martin followed. An advertisement for Dr Shoops Restorative ends the piece.
The locating board for West Texas normal convened Monday in Fort Worth and heard propositions from Clarendon Amarillo Abilene Stamford and other points. They plan to visit the most favorable sites offered.
Do not ignore early symptoms of rheumatic pain. Rub with Ballard's Snow Liniment and the ache should disappear at once. Sold by all druggists.
H A Coleman arrived from Hannibal Missouri last Wednesday night and visited the Clark ranch Thursday. He will immediately begin steps to move in before the winter open.
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