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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1913
Page
13
In Olney the modest Ralph Shafler, editor of the Olney Enterprise, earned praise from a friend for his role in Woodrow Wilson’s election. He bragged about his efforts, traveled to Wichita Falls, aided the Salvation Army, and returned home dressed in new clothes he later discarded in a creek, surprising his wife Bouffler.
A 19th century advertorial notes harsh polar winds causing red rough hands and lips, recommending Buck-Runs Arnica Save for healing and for cold sores burns cuts bruises and piles at 25 cents. A second passage urges Texas town growth tied to transportation access, noting cities require rail or interurban lines to boost population and commerce.
J 8 Donahue of South Haven Mich a civil war captain and lighthouse keeper credits Electric Bitters with curing kidney trouble chills and improving sight at seventy. Advert suggests bitters 50 cents. Winters Enterprise and Democrat merged. Ballinger rumor. Nacogdoches Young Men's Commercial Club holds first annual meeting with 100 members. George S King elected president.
A young girl rides at midnight to warn of a forest fire in the Catskills and saves many lives, while an advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery for lung disease, claiming cures for coughs and consumption with testimonials from Wellington Texas. The campaign notes weight gains and bottle pricing, urging readers to seek a free trial through druggists.
President C. E. Schaff of the Missouri Kansas and Texas Railway announces that new factors in the Katy system will make it the dominant highway of the entire southwest. The lines serve major Texas points and plans call for doubled main lines, new San Antonio terminals, and a line to reach the lower Rio Grande trade area.
Advertisement notes pleurisy pains under the ribs and lumbago at the back respond to Baylward's Snow Line Ment. When rubbed in, it eases pain and relaxes muscles allowing easy movement. Sold by all druggists in bottles 25c 59c and 1.00.
The Galveston Cotton Compress and Warehouse Company awards the erection contract to Unit Construction Company of St Louis for about 400000 dollars. The plant will cover 18 acres and work starts immediately.
A collage of aphorisms and social commentary discusses politics, justice, work, and community. It notes women jurors, debt, and prosperity, with a brief ad for HERBINE and a Sherman film reel project featuring a parade of Texas products and 1,000 mules. The piece blends reflections with promotional asides and local advertising.
Berlin reports 66 471 Germans emigrated last year with many settling in the south especially Texas. They pursue permanent homes, many becoming farmers and prosperous, peace loving citizens. A small percentage return to Germany.
A No 3 Oliver typewriter in trade for a No 5 is available. It prints clearly and the action is light. Priced at 90 dollars cash, complete with cover, a real bargain for buyers seeking a reliable machine.
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