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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1926
Page
8
Bill Martin requests reelection as Young County Treasurer in the Democratic primary set for July. A World War II veteran who lost his feet, he emphasizes open books, swift information for the commissioners court, and his long residency in the county. He urges voters to return him to office.
A teacher quizzes students on Commodore Doon and asks to identify which voyage he was shown. The exchange highlights a classroom moment as pupils guess the number of world circumnavigations and the specific voyage referenced.
The announcement in this week's column states W. H. Kennedy, our County Clerk, seeks re election subject to the Democratic primary in July. A former accountant with years of experience he promises to continue efficient courteous and dependable service while handling heavy oil related recording work.
A rules committee and the Rural Athletics director in Graham Texas approved guidelines for Rural School Class basketball. The rules cover player eligibility registration class separation junior and senior game timing precinct play and county championship structure with enforcement through the Rural Athletics Director.
A Minneapolis woman wins a divorce citing her husband spent all his time at the radio. She argues the case reflects a broader call to amend the constitution.
A reflection on how firm beliefs compel adherents to defend and propagate them, turning conviction into active evangelism. The statement emphasizes that internal beliefs inevitably spill into outward activism and leadership among supporters.
In The Leader announcement column, M. T. Phillips is named as a candidate for Public Weigher of Precinct No. 1, subject to the July primary. A Rocky Mound farmer for about fifteen years, he knows local voters and pledges faithful service if elected, planning to meet voters individually to present his claims.
H. H. Avants announces he will not seek another term as County Superintendent of Public Schools in Young County. He cites low pay and the burden of duties as reasons while urging the best educator in the county to run and pledging to continue focusing on school progress this year.
W A Stewart of Stewart and Kennedy quips that King Tutankhamun proved a tight fisted monarch after 8000 years as gold remains firmly with him.
Clara Elizabeth Huffman a minor seeks court approval to lease real estate in Young County Texas for drilling and mineral rights. The petition names guardian Robert E Huffman and describes the 145 acre tract within the Stroud Royalton addition, with hearing set for January 26 1926 in Graham Texas.
A visitor notes Colonel Brown's apparent literary nature as a negro maid confirms he reads widely. The exchange highlights the maid’s pride in his reading habit and the household atmosphere.
An advertisement claims Dr. King's New Discovery relieves dangerous coughs within 24 hours. A teaspoonful held in the throat before swallowing soothes irritation and loosens phlegm, targeting coughs chest colds bronchitis and spasmodic croup. Suitable for children and inexpensive, sold at druggists.
A reader testimonial asserts Adlerika cures gas and enables deep sleep after digestion issues. The ad touts rapid relief from bloated stomachs and lists benefits including removal of stale waste and relief of chronic constipation. L. M. Davis Drug Co. distributes the product.
Mrs L Cameron of Texarkana reports her 89 year old mother recovered from eight years of liver stomach and bowel trouble after using Bull's Herbs & Iron. The family notes improved appetite sleep and vitality and recommends obtaining a bottle from Ramsey Drug Co Graham Texas.
Long drive strain harmful to eyes suggests washing with simple camphor witch hazel hydrastis and Lavoptik eye wash to remove dust and germs counteract wind and sun dryness and burning provided by L. M. Davis Drug Co.
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