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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1908
Page
5
Local notes from Graham dated Thursday July 30 1908 list homes for rent and real estate services from Young County Abstract and Title Co. Advertisements mention farms on easy terms and cash payment options with horse or mule teams. Visitors include Mrs G L Nowich Archie Owen and Miss Lillian Manning while Miss Aytchie Chism hosts guests from Thorp Springs.
Mrs. Rochester of Denton visits her son John Rochester. Carl Cullum of Mineral Wells visits at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Kidwell. F. M. Drum of Farmer was a pleasant caller at the office last Saturday.
J J Armstrong of Loving renewed for the Leader and New York World last Saturday. P H Leftwich from Lovigr renewed for the Leader and Dallas News. Mr and Mrs F N Fitzgerald of rhving left last Monday for Whitesboro Texas for Mrs Fitzgeralds health benefit.
A Louisville Kentucky reader praises Hunt's Cure as a guaranteed remedy for various diseases, noting it stops itching instantly. The paper reports receiving many similar letters endorsing the product.
Citizens of Graham warn that those not acquainted and delaying will be paid in cash at 50 cents per pound by William Ice Company after August 1.
Local hardware store advertises a wide range of buggies and hacks with varied styles and prices. Open selection includes big and small buggies, rubber and steel options, underscoring the broad inventory offered at Graham Hardware Co.
W. F Slater from north of town visited last Thursday and reports crops thriving. A protracted meeting at Red Top led by Revs Bowman and Ray draws large crowds nightly with strong interest among the unsaved.
Notice to voters of Young County from W Rasure explaining school closure delays canvassing across the county and expressing appreciation for support.
Local notes recall M. C. Barron delivering melons and pumpkins to town. Last Friday he brought a fine yellow pie pumpkin, the first of its kind seen this year, praised as a dandy by readers.
Travel advice urges taking Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy before leaving home. The ad notes woods fields mountains and seashore as vacation spots and claims the remedy cannot be obtained on trains or ships. It states the product is available at all druggists.
Misses Collier and Tunnell of Bridgeport, who had been visiting Mrs. H. M. Smith, returned home last week.
Two carloads of wrought iron buggies were showcased at Graham Hardware Company, highlighting sturdy construction and practicality for local buyers. The display drew interested customers seeking durable, affordable transport options.
A reader reports losing a Stetson hat with Mabry Short & Co. Olney Texas trademark and the initials CO. E. B. on the sweatband while returning from the Elk's convention in Dallas. The hat was dropped from a car window near Graham. Return to this office for reward.
R J Mayher of Chicago at 406 South Clark Street endorses Hunt's Lightning Oil as the only kind his family uses for a decade. It cures cuts burns bruises sprains aches pains stings bites and also kills chiggers.
Rain improves crops and grass. community health is good. Mr. Whitt shows marked improvement after illness. Joe Webb and W. B. Markham visited Dallas to see Webb’s ailing brother. Bill Carmack and family from Bridgeport, Texas visit J P Haire. Joe Groves returns to his old home in Fannin County. The Shinola gin is being repaired.
One hundred new wrought iron buggies from Fraham Hardware Co must be sold immediately. Superior craftsmanship and eye catching design are highlighted as reasons to buy, with the offer stressing urgency for buyers seeking quality transportation.
An advertisement promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment for burns with instant pain relief and quick healing. It notes local agent B. S. Doty & Co. and includes a personal sign off from J. D. Wilson in Graham Texas. Also mentions real estate listings from Young Co offering houses from 550 to 950 dollars on installment with easy payments.
A stock of dry goods and groceries is offered for sale at cost in a good brick building with cheap rent. Apply at this office.
Come early and get what you want in the way of a buggy at Graham How Co. We are buying the best beeves the country affords and therefore furnish the best beef at Star Market.
Dan Wymore of Barnes City Ia writes from the Young County Texas trip report as he and nine others traveled by Rock Island train starting July 7. He describes Texas crop bounty, cotton thriving, corn yields, fat cattle, and new railroad plans near Wichita Falls. Wymore and W R Nelson take agency roles and plan monthly excursions while several neighbors purchased land.
For twenty years dalcalie spots and root rot are noted in Texas. Prospective cures arise, with claims of guaranteed results and free samples. A copy from Cheatham's agricultural subject outlines seasonal causes and alleged remedies offered from Jacksboro Texas.
Framed in May 1908 proceedings of Farmer Lodge No 676 F and A M the Worshipful Master and Brethren mourn the loss of W D Isher. Chaplain and member affiliated with Auburn Lodge No 166 Mississippi, praised for life of diligent study in the craft and for loyalty to tenants and community. The resolution honors him as a valued, conscientious citizen and devoted family man.
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