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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1906
Page
2
The Leader lists subscription rates for one year and six months priced at $100. The notice appears under the Graham Texas post office designation as second class mail matter. Frank H. Bowron and A. Martin are credited as editors.
A long list of public offices with candidate names including for Senator D E Decker J W Veale District Judge A H Carrigan P M Stine District Attorney P A Martin Representative 104 District R P Diwirr County Judge Gro H McLaren J E Sipson County Clerk E B Norman D D Calenbary R Lindsey County Treasurer F M Burkett Sheriff Tax Collector M A Wallace Tax Assessor R L Tankersley Public Weigher Joe J Cross S W Lane G H Harlan Bunger County Com Precinct 1 J W Horner Precinct 4 R M Summers Precinct 3 H L Leberman
The report notes Senator Decker distributed pins recently and requests Veale to supply watch charms bearing his image for distribution. The item suggests a commemorative or campaign memorabilia effort tied to Decker and Veale.
A fierce Monday noon windstorm battered Dallas causing extensive damage. The race track grandstand at the Fair Grounds was destroyed, among the major losses reported.
Representative Longworth and his wife Alice Roosevelt hobnob with European royalty. They dined with the German Emperor last week and won cordial reception at courts across Europe. William J. Bryan also finds favorable reception worldwide.
The county Democratic executive committee adopts a mild pledge compared with Hunt county’s. Hunt’s pledge declares the signer a white Democrat who supported all Democratic nominees from president to constable in the last general election and promises to vote for and work for all future Democratic nominees.
John D. Rockefeller states he has been out of Standard Oil for ten years and will travel abroad for an indefinite period. He notes the process server would have difficulty locating him, which he says would be a comfort to the alias John Dolly in avoiding legal notices.
The dispatches describe President Roosevelt as worn from the labor of Congress and his duties. They note his tireless energy, the burden of pushing legislation, and his role in the Packers Inspection Canal and Rate Bill matters, crediting him with significant public service despite political disagreements.
The Texas campaign has been notably dignified with little mudslinging. In some districts, minor offices faced sharp attacks, but our county saw none of that. Voters on the 28th inst. will choose men judged by merit, free from skullduggery, ensuring gentle, upright officials.
An 82 year old Dublin Georgia resident Mrs E H Brunson credits Electric Bitters with keeping her young and strong despite age. The advert claims the tonic cures dyspepsia liver and kidney issues and constipation and is sold for 50 cents by B S Doty Co.
A Texas state debt plea argues the empire state should pay its obligations promptly rather than default. It urges taxing the rich and dodgers to raise revenue, support a pay as you go policy, and for a practical, early legislature to stop wasteful sessions.
A drowned Dutch province is blamed on a watchman’s neglect of a North Sea dyke. Kenneth McIver of Vanceboro Maine narrowly avoids tragedy after a neglected cold, saved by Dr King’s New Discovery. Cure advertised by B S Doty Co at 50c and 1.00 with a trial bottle free.
The piece notes growing satisfaction with the Terrell election law as understanding increases. It suggests broad acceptance and predicts it will work, despite earlier dire warnings. It mentions the attorney general’s Austin office advising county committees on interpreting the proceedings.
AM Bruce of Farmville Virginia writes of a twenty year struggle with chronic piles and malignant sores.. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured both conditions leaving no trace. Best for ulcers cuts burns and wounds. 25 cents at B S Doty and Co druggist.
Texas Governor candidate Tom Campbell drew praise and caution from Jim Hogg who quipped no one could scare him or buy him. The remark framed Campbell’s perception as a fearless reform candidate in Texas politics.
Preparations for the Bryan party on their return from a world trip fill Lincoln and New York with expectation. Supporters and adversaries alike will gather to honor him, while factions seek favor, and a dramatic reception is anticipated on Manhattan Island.
A vintage notice touts Chamberlain's Salve as excellent for dressing old chronic sores while not promising complete healing. It emphasizes keeping sores in good condition and notes the salve is for sale by all druggists.
U S Circuit Judge A P McCormick issued a temporary injunction restraining the Texas railway commission from enforcing its 212 cent passenger rate on the H and T C railway. A final hearing will be held before a U S district judge at Austin. The move by the H and T C railway company was anticipated.
The Dallas News criticizes Commissioner Colquitt and Judge Brooks for not resigning before a bid for governor. It argues this creates dual offices and salary collection, noting the Criminal Appeals Court is overburdened and many jail cases await review, while Brooks campaigns. It suggests they should resign after July 28 or take a rest from official duties.
The Graham Leader serves as a cherished link to home for readers in the old states, delivering familiar stories, local notes, and steady community coverage that brightens every day. Through reliable reporting, it preserves a sense of place and belonging.
A 1905 letter from J S Hogg, preserved by W F Cameron, states Hogg would back Tom Campbell for Texas governor. The missive, dated May 17 1905 from Houston, argues discussions should not begin a campaign year early and asserts Campbell would be an excellent governor.
A medicinal notice promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills from B S Doty & Co as a remedy for constipation. The advertisement claims the pills awaken torpid liver and blockaded bowels, prevent appendicitis, and tone up the system.
Judge B R Webb a leading Fort Worth lawyer and longtime appellate reporter shot himself in a city park, dying from despondency due to ill health. A native of Pontotoc County Mississippi, he authored notable legal books and was highly regarded by Texas bar members.
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