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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1907
Page
2
The Leader lists subscription rates including 1 year for $1.00 and six months for 50 cents. It notes postoffice mailing as second class matter. Named individuals include Rank H. Bowron as editor and candidates S. R. Crawford of Young County and R. M. Conpron of Throckmorton County, plus Pla. Martin for Representative 104th List.
A Graham mass meeting endorses S R Crawford for the 104th district seat to replace the late Dimmitt. He supports a full legislative investigation of Senator Joe Bailey’s charges and would back Bailey if acquitted. The event includes a Wynne Kay debate and reflects division among Bailey supporters.
An old advertisement touts a remedy for tetter eczema itch pimples ringworm skin eruptions and other skin conditions. It claims benefits for workers in cotton picking and is marketed as sold and guaranteed by a provider to the Mora cotton industry.
The popular overseer of the poor at Fort Madison Iowa praises Dr King’s New Life Pills calling them rightly named and better than other laxatives. Guards to cure biliousness and improve mood. 25 cents at B S Doty drugstore. Monday marked Weldon Bailey’s first street appearance in Graham and Young County, signaling possible fear in Crawford campaign.
The Bailey talk drew large crowds and sustained applause as he denounced opponents, cheered by locals, and left in high spirits. A special train to Jackson might transport him, with the event closing amid extended ovations.
Local discussion centered on Pierce and Bailey, with Kay detailing Pierce era loans and business ties including Kirby Lumber Co and Grapevine farm. Bailey defended his stance using his own statements, receiving cheers from supporters while not producing clear converts in the Pierce Bailey dispute.
R M Condron of Throckmorton announces candidacy for Representative to fill the unexpired term of R P Dimmitt. An ex Confederate soldier and native Texan, he is a lifelong Democrat who pledges to vote for Joseph W Bailey for U S Senator if elected.
Quanah Texas December 28 1906 D E Decker urges J W Veale to resign after taking office as district senator. Decker says Texas should not elect a senator pledged to represent public service corporations for fees and pledges to campaign against Bailey if Veale supports him. He attacks Standard Oil Trusts and vows to defend Texas interests.
The obituary honors Judge N J Timmons of Young County, Georgia-born pioneer who settled in Tank Valley after the Civil War. He served as Justice of the Peace, County Treasurer, and County Judge, then remained a steadfast Christian and moral public figure. The writer recalls a lifelong friendship and deep regard for his character and service.
Offer to loan money on land or to purchase vendor lien notes. Advises to see the lender to obtain funds for paying off land or securing notes.
The state issues a citation through the sheriff to W T Shoopman Koopman in a 1906 land suit No 1044, noting a four week publication and March 1907 return. Plaintiff J B Norris seeks cancellation of a deed to land Edot b L Co Survey No 9% in Young County Texas alleging unpaid notes totaling 81,000 with interest, and that defendants abandoned the land. The petition requests cancellation of the deed and full title restoration to Norris with general and specific relief. Witness Gee H McLaren, Clerk, and Clerk’s seal dated November 1908, Graham Texas.
Strong minded up to date men seek a General Newspaper to stay in touch with the outside world. The Dallas Semi Weekly News combines The Graham Leader and The Dallas Semi Weekly News to keep farmers posted on local news, home enterprises, personal items, state and national affairs, and foreign matters. For $1.75, one year delivers two papers and 156 copies. The Farmers' Forum in The News adds value for intelligent farmers or stockmen in the locality.
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