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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1902
Page
2
In a remark aimed at Boer envoys visiting the United States to garner sympathy, a critic warns against citing the government's duty to stop English buyers. The speaker notes that there are still some mules for sale west of the Mississippi River.
Endorses Hunt's Lightning O inhaled as a rare cure for catarrh and head colds. Claims internal drops relieve cramps cholera morbus and similar troubles. Advertises 25 and 50 cent prices with a guarantee.
A San Antonio schoolmarms tale describes a boy told to wash his face. He returns with clean cheeks but a circular line of soil from ear to ear above the eyebrows. He explains his shirt would not reach higher, prompting the humorous exchange.
Ad copy touts Cheathaw Laxative Tablets as ever ready and reliable with a claim to cure a cold quicker than any remedy. Promotes portable easy use and a 25 cent guarantee despite garbled wording and misspellings.
The argument centers on reducing Cuban tariffs as a logical step, acknowledging some industries might suffer. It asserts that numerous manufacturers who would sell to Cuban markets outweigh sugar and tobacco interests in competition with Cuban products.
An advertisement proclaims the tonic contains iron and quinine in a tasteless form. It asserts no cure, no pay and lists a 50 cent price.
A Com mooder editorial predicts Republican press will again claim Democrats delayed the Philippines war to aid a Democratic presidential candidate. It argues they will urge continued fighting until a Republican victory is assured, urging readers to stand by the Republican party. The prediction cites a 1900 pattern and expects a repeat in 1904.
The Camden Messenger recommends Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as one of the best for coughs colds and croup. The paper notes its own family use and claims prompt relief and prevention of croup. Readers especially with small children are advised to keep it in the home as a safeguard. Sold by Graham Deng Co.
President Roosevelt sustains the naval board of inquiry in the Schley-Sampson clash over Santiago. The decision finds neither Sampson nor Schley deserving special credit beyond their captains and fleet, vindicating Schley on McClay’s charge while condemning needless jealousy among officers. History will judge the heroes and the liars, and the matter should rest.
The prepared announcement profile of H L Mitchell a Graham resident and contractor running for Tax Assessor of Young County. Born in Kaufman county he has spent twenty years in the county as a farmer and carpenter. The writer endorses his integrity and public spirit and notes he will campaign personally if nominated.
The scene in the Senate turns violent as Senator Tillman accuses Senator McLauren of selling his vote for federal patronage. Mc Lauren denounces Tillman as a liar and the pair trade punches, with aides and witnesses separating them after a chaotic scuffle. The incident prompts contempt proceedings and an executive gallery eviction.
John L Sullivan intends to quit the stage and pursue farming. His neighbor promises to keep fences in excellent repair.
Biliou Colic N Seever of Kenton Tennessee suffered bilious colic and was sent to a drug store for relief. The dentist sent him Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy three doses which cured him permanently. The ad claims it the only dependable remedy for severe colic and cholera morbus. Sold by Graham Drug Co.
A water spout was observed over Grimes County last Monday, prompting brief weather alerts and safety cautions for residents and travelers in the area. No injuries were reported, and authorities monitored the situation as conditions evolved.
An advertisement extols Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets for low energy poor appetite and dull feeling after meals, sold by Graham Drug Co. Also mentions Chamberlains Cough Remedy praised by Mine J A Moore of North Star Michigan and notes a Texas fire insurance withdrawal with a wry Houston Post reference to chaos and prodigal calves.
A period piece note promotes Mexican Syrup for coughs colds and consumption. It claims physicians recommend it and that it heals faster than other medicines, saving families money with a bottle kept in the house for timely use.
A fragmentary marketing column touts Worm Syrup for children and Mexican Root Pill for constipation, alongside quick relief medicines for pain, impure blood and piles. It promotes Govoch or Goich’s Sarsaparilla as a universal cure with money-back claims, listing multiple 25 cent remedies and a brief note on antique cures.
Moore's Pilates claims a guaranteed cure for malaria forms including ague chills fever and related ailments and also Rheumatism and blood poison from malaria. It is described as tasteless with no acid or iron and harmless to stomach or teeth. Price 50 cents per box. Dr C Moore Co No 810 N Main St St Louis MO or Graham Drug Co.
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