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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1906
Page
2
Abe Langford, a lifelong sitter at Skinner's grocery in Skinnersville, longs for glory. After saving three young women from a dam disaster, he questions why the tale ends with no marriage, yet remains humble as his wife dryly notes another chance may come.
A foreign medical journal reports that books from public libraries can harbor germs from pneumonia and diphtheria. Librarians cannot track where books travel or the health of readers. Wetting fingers to turn pages spreads germs, endangering readers including invalids and those with cancer.
A colonel recalls a single hand in which all thirteen trumps appeared to him. A friend asks if he was the dealer, the colonel denies it, and the room falls silent as the mystery of the turned trump unfolds.
A convict explains his long career as a burglar and his view of serving a short three year sentence. He says the life has been tiresome and that he has worked hard in the crime. The exchange reveals a blunt, self served justification for criminal activity.
Opinion notes Senator Tillman could learn from Beveridge on methods to push legislation through quickly. The piece suggests adopting aggressive tactics to move bills to enactment without delay.
The inquiry considers whether President Cassatt hurries home due to belief the Pennsylvania Railroad is rotten or simply doubts its state. The dilemma frames his movements as potentially driven by skepticism toward the railroad’s condition or by other unspecified concerns.
Revivals for Graham Mission will be held at Upper Tank Gooseneck Center Ridge Salem and Henry Chapel with services starting on the first Sunday in July and continuing through the fifth Sunday Sunday nights and 11 o'clock for morning sessions. All Christians urged to pray for a holy outpouring and a great in gathering of souls.
W J Stinson of Macomb Illinois declares in a letter to Hart’s Honey and Horehound and Rego Tonic Laxative Syrup manufacturers that he has sold both products for a year and averages two dozen weekly. He urges duplication of orders for gross quantities and notes strong sales. The ad promotes Hart’s Honey and Horehound and Re-Go Tonic Laxative Syrup as cures for coughs colds croup la grippe and related ailments with bottle prices listed.
Collier's Weekly published a list of Town Topics advertisers, prompting several to withdraw due to reputational harm. The move follows ongoing friction as Collier's targets the publication, escalating friction between the two outlets.
The Rock Island will run a through Sleeping Car to Denver daily beginning June 3, leaving Dallas at 7:00 p.m. and Fort Worth at 9:00 p.m., arriving in Denver at 8:30 the next morning. Low tourist rates apply, with full details from PuiL. Auer, G. P. T. A.
Bluffton resident Mr M F Burroughs testifies that Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is the best cure for bowel trouble after years of family use. He says he never is without it and recommends it to others. For sale by all druggists.
A letter notes that a Texas town hosts many liquor sellers including Oppenhiemer and Dueling. It asserts a prohibition speech would be unwelcome, citing a prior offender who was arrested for disturbing the peace. The writer chides the Houston Post for potentially overreacting.
Graham Texas May 11 1906 A O Norris Son Fire and Tornado Insurance Agents acknowledge thanks to Phoenix Fire and Tornado Insurance Company for a very prompt and satisfactory settlement of a May 1 1906 tornado loss. May 21 1906.
Prominent athletes nationwide find hot baths at bedtime best for sore muscles after intense exercise. They follow with Chamberlain's Pain Balm vigorously rubbed into the skin. The liniment removes stiffness and soreness, acts promptly, and keeps muscles in good condition. For sale.
Evangelist E. M. Mercer leads a camp meeting at Belknap Young county Texas starting Friday night before the fourth Sunday in July. All Christians are invited to camp for several days for God and sinners. Free camping with good grounds grass and water. J E Whiteley clerk of session C P church invites all Christians.
An alarming situation from neglect of clogged bowels and torpid liver leads to chronic constipation. Dr King's New Life Pills are advertised as the best and gentlest regulators of stomach and bowels, guaranteed by B. S. Doty & Co., druggist. Price 25c.
The Senate committee backs the sea level Panamanian project following engineer experts. The message warns earthquakes threaten locks and dams, arguing the sea level design is the safest even if it costs more and takes longer.
If your stomach troubles you do not conclude that there is no cure for a great many have been permanently cured by Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Try them, they are certain to prove beneficial They only cost a quarter. Sold by all Druggists.
Prognostications in the political almanac warn the GOP to brace for November squalls. Democrats are urged to unite on essentials and set aside factional quarrels. A Democrat acting selfishly to disrupt the party is advised to desist and reminded that only those who fight for the general good can expect consideration.
Up-to-date farmers and families are urged to subscribe to a combined Dallas Semi-Weekly News and Graham Leader. For $1.75, one year gets 156 copies plus the Farmers' Forum and other features to keep readers informed on local, state, national, and foreign affairs.
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