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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1907
Page
2
John D Rockefeller has been required to attend a federal court and testify about Standard Oil affairs. He claimed little knowledge of the company’s operations and said he had not been in the office for about eight years. Judge Lan dis notes this as a notable civil authority moment in the record.
An advertisement urges readers to use Hooper's Tetter Cure for sore tired aching and blistered feet to ensure a good summer rest. The product is guaranteed by B. B. Doty & Co.
The Henrietta Review comments on Bailey's July speech, noting its boasts and oratorical power were restrained by space limits. It praises his splendid personality and ranks him among the top speakers.
A cleansing cooling healing household remedy for burns cuts scratches bruises insect bites and sore feet praised as unequaled. Also good for piles. Warns against imitations and promotes Graham Drug Co as seller.
The Denver News summarizes Clarence Darrow's defense speech alleging the Western Federation of Miners is a non criminal union. It accuses Pinkertons of infiltrating miner unions and urges witnesses to refute Orchard. It notes Haywood and Meyer may testify, and alleges Orchard framed Steunenberg while seeking leniency.
Best of all R J Mayher of Chicago writes that Hunt's Lightning Oil has been used for ten years in his family and is the only kind to have. It cures cuts burns bruises sprains aches pains stings and bites and kills chiggers.
In a July 3 Clarendon speech Senator J. W. Bailey harshly attacked Senator Veale saying he would drive out foes and install a henchman regime. Supporters warned Bailey’s policy would bitterly backfire, while locals praised Veale as a capable representative and urged a virtuous, law abiding standard for their senator.
The public backs Bryan for president with clear support across the country while politicians seek alternatives. They fear his principled stand and expect a tough fight to block his nomination. Citizens are urged to press Bryan to insist on the nomination.
The piece argues newspapers in the north and east glamorize Harry Orchard, a confessed killer. It denounces him as a colossal liar and doubts Haywood trial testimony, suspecting a secret deal to save Orchard in exchange for his statements.
Mrs S Blackwell Oklahoma says her fretful baby ate well and stayed well after one bottle of White's Cream Vermifuge. The ad claims the medicine cures worm problems and prevents illness, with noted seller B H Blakeney.
A memorial notice from J. L. Williamson and wife expresses heartfelt gratitude for the sympathy and deeds shown after the dissolution of earthly ties. It honors friends and neighbors for their kindness, wishing them years of blessing, riches, and peace.
An old advertisement claims undigested food and gas beneath the heart trigger palpitations. It touts Herbine as a cure for a few days with a 50 cent bottle price.
Fat beef for sale from E A Polern Graham Meat Market on the East side public square. Strayed Jersey milk cow dark brown no brand from Graham six weeks ago. Any information on her whereabouts appreciated. Percy Owen.
Federal Judge Landis in Chicago orders subpoenas for John D Rockefeller and shows no leniency for evasion. Miller argues Rockefeller lacks needed financial information and is largely removed from company affairs. Landis insists on gathering full details on ownership between Standard Oil of New Jersey and Indiana and directs service without delay.
An advertisement touts Hunt’s Cure as a universal remedy for itching skin troubles. It promises relief from a single application and guarantees to cure any one case with one box.
The 20th session of the Macedonia Baptist Association will convene at Pleasant View Baptist Church, 15 northeast of Graham and 5 miles southeast of Farmer. Friday Aug 2 at 10 o'clock with provisions and feed available. The regular protracted church meeting starts the Friday night before the 4th Sunday in July and runs through the Association. Signed G. W. Back, Moderator. A. E. OneMay, Clerk.
I represent the Cisco Marble Works and can fill tombstone orders promptly. Grave digging charges are adults seven dollars and children five dollars. Call on me W. E. Baker, Sexton Oak Grove Cemetery.
Proffitt residents note health good and crops prospering with corn and cotton thriving in Young County West Texas. threshermen busy. social life includes a fish fry, a Sunday school, church, and plans for a larger Masonic hall. Elbert Keeter seeks fire inspector aid after a warehouse fire. J W Proffitt reports progress on telephone lines amid regional development.
The W O W and Masons consider a large upcoming picnic here amid calls for a river bridge near Belknap. A Knox county visitor, Mr Blanton's brother, stopped by relatives and friends. Mrs Cagle and family visited Mrs Connor Sunday. Proffitt clipping notes Mason jars at Tipwec & Sons.
List of letters remaining uncalled for at Graham P O dated July 8 1907 includes Gus Jones Mrs S E Johns J R Johnson M A Johnson F W Linebarger A L Jarre Dr Hale Walter Horn Peart Harding Evana Wiley Foster Jirty Mobley T G Nowlin Winnie McKaney S E Trout A N White Caller urged to state advertised date J T Cornincuam PLM
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