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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1909
Page
2
The Leader notes its weekly Thursday publication and warns subscribers about credit renewals. It lists Frank H. Bowron as editor and emphasizes updating postage labels if arrears approach one year. An old Georgia justice remarks a courtroom dilemma about credibility of plaintiffs and defendants.
Advert promotes Simmon's Cough Syrup claiming it heals throat and lung inflammation and helps you sleep peacefully by easing a persistent cough. It positions the product as a solution for nighttime coughing and rest.
A Childress Post editorial urges young men to learn from classified ads that disallow alcohol or cigarettes. It argues cigarette smokers are increasingly barred from good jobs, despite many being capable, and predicts a time when smokers will struggle to hold positions in business.
A Texas Republic report notes a method called ionic medication using zinc or copper sulfate applied to cancer or ulcers, with electric diffusion through tissues. It cites success for warts and ulcers and suggests potential for cancer, while other papers discuss parasite theories linking cancer to earthworms and raw vegetables, noting likely changes in diet once spread.
Mrs. McElwee of Boistown New Brunswick reports a quick cure for a lingering shoulder pain using Chamberlain's Pain Balm after trying other remedies. She notes prompt relief from applications and endorses the product for rheumatic muscle pain. Sold by all druggists.
A recent rabies case in Loving and multiple dog bites prompt warnings to Graham residents. The piece urges trimming the town’s large dog population to prevent a future mad dog scare and widespread bites.
A door to door style admonition extols Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy for quick relief from colds and bronchial symptoms. The piece then pivots to social commentary on marital happiness, contrasting “doll” ideals with the virtues of a practical homemaker who prioritizes home life over flirtation and vanity.
Snow persisted throughout the day on the 11th with temperatures near zero. Local residents J A Brown and J A Clark continue cotton picking as others consider the next crop. A child named Raymond Burnett suffered severe eye and facial burns from a loaded shotgun powder accident after removing wads and igniting it. Rev F A Suttle preached Sunday night at Mt Pleasant. Rev A S Wilson to preach February first at 8 pm. School progress praised under Miss Julia Timmons. J O Wilson’s children recovering from pneumonia. Mrs Silas Laquey improving. J J Walker has a new boy. J W Marshall moved to Red Top area. Mrs A Burnett moved into Marshall’s former home on the S R Crawford ranch. F A Beneniées traveling in New Mexico. Mrs J D Stennetts' mother from Wise county visiting. Arthur Burnett, a key Union Gin hand, will soon return to New Mexico.
Advertisement notes fever sores and chronic sores should stay healthy with Chamberlain's Salve. It claims no superior for this purpose and adds it is excellent for chapped hands sore nipples burns and other skin diseases. Sold by all druggists.
Two drunken men were found fighting in the road between this place and True last Friday. They were strangers and likely movers. A Graham Cotton Oil Company representative broke up the brawl and warned them an officer would exact legal penalties before leaving the county. They went to Graham, met County Attorney Arnold, and then left poorer but wiser men.
A publisher touts Electric Bitters as a cure for malaria poison and misery, claiming it dissolves chills bilious attacks and jaundice, relieves stomach liver and kidney complaints, and backs the product with a Sloan's Drug store guarantee. The ad cites RK M. James of Louellen BC as the source of the claim.
A fragmentary church gathering plan lists topics on scripture, baptism, and mission work. It includes acts of orderly conduct, sermon times, a Saturday devotional service led by W T Steadham Jr, and a Buckner Orphans Home collection. Participants include J. cores, G W Black, Warren Cunningham, and R Lindsey.
Secretary Wilson explains the Pure Food Law aims to inform consumers about harmful drugs in medicines, requiring labeling of chloroform opium and morphine. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy does not list these drugs, proving the claim of safety and effectiveness over years of use, and it is sold by all druggists.
The author discusses cowpeas as a valued forage and soil amendment, noting rising market demand and price linked to seed harvesting costs. Methods include mowing to harvest seed with minimal loss, differences among varieties, and potential broadcast sowing after wheat harvest with soil amendments for strong growth and land restoration.
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