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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1907
Page
6
An advertisement for a local printing shop offering letter heads note heads deeds mortgages contracts and business cards. W B Byrd formerly of Dallas heads the department and promises good work quality latest typefaces affordable prices and full lower floor occupation in Woodmen building with phone 32 three rings.
Mr and Mrs W C Noah of Farmer were in town Monday Try a sack of SUPREME Flour made by Graham Milling Company Needom Vaughan returned to his home at Penelope last Saturday after a few weeks visit to relatives there Brandied Cherries Cranberries Preserved Cherries and Rasp berries Durkes Salad Dressing and Bishop s Preserves at W S Tidwell and Sons S D Davis of Eliasville was here Monday and informed the Leader that his son Archie had the misfortune to fracture an ankle in jumping from a wagon a day or two previously
Farmers Union Gin Company reduces cotton seed price from 32 cents to 25 cents per bushel. Manager A. H. Jones invites indebted customers to call in and settle accounts. Local notice from Union Gin at 152.
Work on the Graham standpipe is pushed to rapid completion and the city waterworks will soon be in operation. Dr. Rutherford the Dallas veterinary surgeon visits Graham on the second Monday to treat stock out of shape. The smoke house of H C Fields east of town burned last Saturday night causing about $100 loss with unknown fire origin. Graham merchants ordered extra large suits after dining at the Union Restaurant, having outgrown regular sizes.
Do You Need Jewelry If so go to W F Garrisson oldest Jewelry House in town He can save you at least 25 per cent West side public square Ed Smith of Coleman county came in last Saturday to visit his daughter Mrs Henry Driver and other relatives in this county Just a little Cascasweet is all that is necessary to give your baby when it is cross and peevish Cascasweet contains no opiates nor harmful drugs and is highly recommended by mothers every where Conforms to the National Pure Food Law Sold by Graham Drug Co J T Vaughan returned to his home at Barnesville Georgia last Saturday after spending a few days visiting his brother a and Vaughan and other relatives here He is favorably impressed with Texas especially Young county and it is quite likely he will some day make his home here.
Christmas notices express condolences for the death of Mrs. Pernehia Jane Grubbs and publish church resolutions about her memory. Local updates report Dr. Gant and Ada visiting Denver, Lucile McJimsey returning from Dallas, and others visiting or moving. Advertisements seek furnished rooms, and debt settlement notices for the Black Gin are noted.
The notice invites shoppers to visit the store line for Christmas gifts, promising easy choices and a wide range of items. It emphasizes a convenient location and a focus on seasonal presents to help planning over the next two weeks.
Digestive troubles warn of dyspepsia and weak stomachs. KODOL is presented as the reliable remedy for heartburn belching and disorders from disordered digestion. The ad claims it is pleasant to take and provides relief and notes Gra ham Drug Co sells it.
Sloan Drone Co presents a special week featuring rings studs brooches links lockets fobs watches and umbrellas with a focus on value and selection for shoppers seeking unique pieces in a limited time offer.
Mrs S R Crawford left yesterday for Bunkie Louisiana to visit her old home and mourn her sister's death. The same day Rev G W Black's barn burned at seven in the morning with two loads of corn inside, total loss. The origin of the fire remains a mystery.
Overwork and nervous strain affect the whole body including organs. Miles Nervine is advertised to rebuild strength. REV H Hershey of Lititz Pa testifies his wife recovered from nervous prostration after using the remedy. Money back guarantee offered if no benefit. Miles Medical Co Elkhart Ind.
Do not travel without first obtaining an accident policy from James T Vaughan. The notice stresses securing coverage prior to journeys and highlights Vaughan as a local provider of risk protection. The message emphasizes practical preparation for travel risks.
The retailer announces steep discounts across all product lines to clear excess inventory in light of weak market conditions. Limited stock remaining as prices are reduced to speed sales and regain cash flow.
Report of the Condition of Beckham National Bank at Graham Texas at the close of business December 3 1907. Resources include loans and discounts 272389.86 acceptance cotton and grain in transit or stored 251? etc total assets 450210.15 liabilities show capital stock paid in 50000 undivided profits 2910.70 deposits 233497.20 notes and other items redemption fund 10000.00 and other small entries. Sworn statement by J M Norman cashier with attestation by directors S R Crawford R E Mapry and S Boyd Street. Notary G F Meece.
In Nov term 1907 the Young County Commissioners' Court attested full compliance with Texas statutes for the county finances. They inspected and counted cash and assets reported by County Treasurer F. M. Burkett, citing totals of 7153.84 in cash and 49486.74 in other assets, sworn before County Clerk E. B. Norman.
An advertisement urges readers to treat coughs colds and sore throats without delay using Simmons Cough Syrup. It promises a quick cure and restoration to health.
Hawkins Chapel reports rainy weather as Brother Burks of Farmer preaches on Thanksgiving. A church dinner followed. Local deaths include Uncle Wesley Cook found dead near Farmer, and Charles Sides who died near Wichita Falls. Samie, Sides’s nephew, remains not expected to live. George Huffman died suddenly at home. Hiram Drum travels to Fort Worth for his daughter's medical care. Community members visit and aid, school progress noted, and locals share condolences.
Advertisement touts Hunt's Cure as a universal remedy for itching skin. It guarantees one box will cure any single case regardless of name, or money is refunded.
Lone Oak grows as a leading Young County community with a thriving Sunday school. Visitors from Hawkins Chapel and Jean stop by, with singing at the Stewart home and piano pieces by Deila Stewart and Stella Buchanan. Rev Richard E Boyle will preach every fourth Sunday at 11. Brown Eyrs.
Found. By R. L. Voyley near Gertrude last Saturday night an Overcoat. Owner can get some by calling, at this price, describing property and paying for this advertisement. LOST One black male hog with white across nose and under jaw Also one red bull branded 7K Notify me at Farmer at my expense 15-2w Y OW DAvig.
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