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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1909
Page
7
Local notes list residents visiting, births, business trips, and daily ads. Highlights include births on May 27 to the Smith Ratcliff and Schlittler families, visits by G W Carmack and Dr I Price, trips to Dallas Weatherford and Denton, and promotions for the St Louis Restaurant and the Graham Laundry. Also mentions Hallam Eddieman honey and Chism's Studio offers.
Union Warehouse stockholders are scheduled to meet at the Gra ham warehouse on the evening of June 5 at 2 o clock. All stockholders are requested to attend. J P Hypen is president.
About 200 bushels of German millet seed offered for sale at one dollar per bushel by seller Bup Lowry.
G. F. Meece and a party of expert anglers fished the Clear Fork last Friday night returning Saturday with two remarkable catfish. One weighed 35 pounds and the other 26 pounds. The larger fish was sold to the Graham Hotel for 2 50.
Rost Bryan announces the Acetylene Light Plant purchase and commits to full-time promotion. He invites homes and businesses to consider acetylene lighting as the best option at any price and promises satisfaction after a fair trial.
The Young County Abstract and Title Company sold seven hundred acres of Clark and Eichelberger land to Missouri buyers. A new party of northern homeseekers is expected this week. J T Lamar and John Craig departed for Olney with contracts to build an ice plant furnace and a new residence on the Archer county ranch.
A veterinary notice states the practitioner is at an old home one-half mile north of Murray and will remain there until further notice. Services include castration of horses without searing tying or clamping. The vet will be in Graham each Trade Day with phone connection on the Independent line. N. B. Bievins, V. 8.
CGC, Johnson and Will Craig departed Tuesday for the Anderson ranch to help in constructing the Anderson residence. Also note a promotional pitch about a Japanese cup and saucer included with Blanke's Tea, inviting customers to buy a trial package from Hallam & Eddleman.
Mrs Chas Widmayer becomes the towns first driving student and handles a Reo confidently. Jonas Ely opens an ice cream and chili parlor at the old K of P building offering milk shakes five cents drinks ten cents and five gallon cream for five dollars. G W Rice fell ill on a trip home and consulted a physician. Foley’s Urine Laxative is advertised by Graham Drug Co. Virgil Hadley underwent tonsil removal and is recovering well. Young County Abstract & Title Co promises up to date land abstracts for Graham Texas.
The City Bakery announces its relocation to a new stand and vows to provide fresh bread and cakes every day. Proprietress Katie Dieter invites the public to visit and express appreciation for patronage.
John Bower reports another fast run in the Young County Abstract & Title Co's automobile last Thursday. A party of five made the trip from Olney to Graham via Orth and Newcastle in one hour and forty minutes. Authorities warn against hunting and fishing in Arnold pasture under Mr. Orrell. Guilty parties will be prosecuted by M. K. Graham. Ey's Kidney Remedy promoted by Gra ham Drug Co.
A gray horse branded ND on the left shoulder and thigh is missing. A liberal reward will be paid for information leading to recovery. Notify J. A. Craven, Newcastle, Texas.
Notice from H Buckler states a group of Elm Creek farmers plans Elm Creek Park between Proffitt and the river for fishing and picnicking at reasonable charges. Public notice declares no free water on these premises and directs those seeking permission to contact the resident manager.
Tom Price found a solid gold coin about a quarter in size in his front yard last week. Inscriptions suggest it is a very valuable piece once used by Britain and allies around 1714. Its origin is unknown though theories include Indian transporting or local loss on an open lot.
A vintage health ad explains that illnesses from a damaged hidden nerve cause organ failure and that Dr Shoop Restorative nourishes the nerve itself rather than merely stimulating the stomach heart or kidneys. It claims rapid proof in a five to ten day test and notes availability through B S Doty & Co.
Be it ordered by the Graham Independent School District board that an election be held at the Court House in Graham on June 7, 1909, to decide if the board shall levy a tax on all taxable property for public schools at up to fifty cents per $100 valuation, for 1909 and annually thereafter unless law discontinued. John H. Wood is appointed manager with two judges and two clerks. only qualified pro-tax voters in Graham ISD may vote. S. R. Crawford, President. G 1. 8. D. R. V. TDWELL, Secretary. Board of Trustees.
The windows and doors for our new school building arrived last week and were installed by carpenters. The flat roof, though unusual, is preferred for wind resilience. Experienced workers deem the construction among their most substantial projects. The board has closely overseen the build, earning public credit and appreciation.
Gainesboro Tenn editor J W Tardy praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the best on the market. He cites rapid relief for his baby’s winter colds and recommends it whenever possible. Sloan Drug Co. advertises the product for sale.
Sheriff Wallace traveled to Olney last Saturday and brought back two bootleggers. They have been jailed locally and are expected to stay until the next term of district court.
An ad from W. E. Baker, sexton of Oak Grove Cemetery, offering tombstones and grave digging services. Rates listed are Adults seven dollars and Children five dollars with call‑in orders accepted.
In the near time I dispose of the estate of Mrs. M. E. Connally deceased I notify all parties holding claims against said estate to file them at once. Claims must be sworn to by claimants. F. Herron Administrator.
An advertisement targets moderate income readers offering Camberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. It promises relief for diarrhoea with one or two doses and notes the price as 25 cents, sold by Sloan Drug Co.
Mr Jnc E Atcheson of Fort Worth and Miss Mittie May Peters of Farmer wed at the bride’s father residence in Farmer at 2 15 Sunday afternoon May 30 1909 Rev J A Burks officiating Mittie May daughter of druggist H F Peters a social favorite will be missed at gatherings Mr Atcheson principal of the Farmer public school re elected for a third term They will reside in Fort Worth visiting South Texas en route The writer extends best wishes from Friends in Young and Tarrant counties.
Hayes Payne was bitten on the ankle by a dog on South Oak street last Monday night. The writer warns of frequent dog bites in Graham and demands action to curb free roaming dogs or muzzling and taxing dog keepers to prevent possible hydrophobia and harm to children.
Tombstone dealer W. Stinw invites inquiries from interested parties, offering satisfaction in both material and workmanship. Represents Bridgeport Marble Company and invites negotiations with buyers in the field.
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