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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1910
Page
2
Post office records show second class mail listing for Graham Texas with editor Frank H Bowron. Official notice identifies Bowron as editor and location as Graham Texas.
The notice lists candidates for various state and county offices in the Democratic primary, including W A Johnson for State Senator 29th District and R B Humphrey for Representative 104th District, with multiple county roles such as County Judge E W Pry and Sheriff M A Wallace among others. It names party candidates for district attorney S M Foster and A S Moss, and lists clerks, treasurer, tax assessors, and commissioners across precincts with several paired entries.
The Graham Commercial Club moves toward establishing a broom factory with A. E. Oatman near the Rock Island depot, promising 10 to 40 jobs and spurring broom corn planting in Young County. The club will distribute seed to farmers within ten miles, while market prospects place broom corn around $100 to $125 per ton on harvest.
J D Byrd, former Young county farmer back from Oklahoma, planted 65 acres of broom corn this year and foresees strong yields. Oklahoma prices last year averaged 150 per ton. Deshler Nebraska shows broom factory success with 1100 cars shipped in three years, suggesting Graham could become a broom corn market with local factories and ample output.
In 1870 Galveston News cites John Quincy Adams and Don Onis correspondence on Louisiana Spanish boundary. A Spanish officer’s report says he met Indians at Matagorda Bay who greeted him with Tehas meaning Friends. Source notes state this correspondence appears in Congressional state papers.
R J Man Johnson announces this week as a candidate for County Commissioner Precinct 3 subject to the Democratic primary July 23. Johnson has been reared in the county and is recognized as one of our best citizens. He has served before and is familiar with the duties. He will make a splendid Commissioner if elected and will pursue what he believes to be right and just with county and precinct interests at heart.
An editorial fragment contemplates the phrase nothing in the paper this week as a sign that no misfortune has touched neighbors. It argues readers should feel grateful for quiet weeks without fires deaths or crimes and recognize unseen tragedies.
Fashion item promotes American Beauty corset as correcting figure flaws with freedom and superb fit. Describes inclusion of top design ideas for a stylish garment.
The Kansas City Journal teases readers with the idea of finding their names in the editor’s book and a sensational tale tied to hidden secrets. It invites curiosity about gossip and personal stories, promising a potential spotlight for readers who crave scandal.
Mrs L B Kidwell entertained Friday afternoon in honor of the Pris cilla Club and guests. Activities included a Texas towns quiz won by Mrs Hall Morrison, a nuts to crack contest won by Mrs B B Garrett, a memory test won by Mrs Ed Graham, and a blue ribbon letter order contest won by Mrs Evans Mabry. Refreshments featured rolled sandwiches, chicken salad, olives, and grape juice. Tiny mint baskets in club colors were given as souvenirs.
Frank H. Bowron explains that a Newcastle speech on Odd Fellowship was printed by local editors without charge at the request of Odd Fellows. He states the remarks were not campaign literature and that he seeks District Attorney by merit, not the vote of the fraternal order. The Newcastle Register carried the speech verbatim, and Bowron notes no solicitation or payment was involved.
Prof J E Hudspeth Ringgold superintendent visited Graham early this week. Andrew Hefner came from Ivan last Monday. R K Mayes Murray appeared yesterday and sent a substantial contribution to the Leader. Betty N 8 from San Dames California visits sister Mrs L B Kidwell. Priscilla Club meets next week at Mrs R G Graham. Taliaferro couple Ardmore Oklahoma tour Graham to see son J W Talia ferro. Dr D J Newell and Geo Hill Eliasville traveled through Graham to Vineyard for a few days.
Olney hosts a big July 4th picnic with special excursions on the railroads for the occasion. Local residents are known for hospitality and expect a grand, well funded event with extensive preparations.
Ordinance No 54 revises Ordinance 20 to allow able bodied men to pay 3.50 per year by July 1 to be exempt from street and alley labor in Graham Texas. Those failing to pay owe one dollar per day for each day summoned. All conflicting laws are repealed.
The Knights of Pythias with the Pythian Sisters plan grave decorations for departed members in Oak Grove Cemetery next Sunday June 19 at 5 pm. Members in good standing and visiting members should meet at the hall at 4 pm. The program includes song prayer Rev R Lindsey address Judge E W Fry grave decoration and closing prayer Rev B A Snoddy.
Farmers busy with crops reduce attendance on Trades Day at Graham. Despite smaller crowds the outlook for the year's harvest remains strong, with gardeners pushing ahead to outpace weeds. Papers feature a large image of Jack Johnson, prompting jokes about handling damaged issues. Lakewood Progress notes J. W. Carlton and G. C. Woolfolk visiting Elm Creek, and Miss Sallie Chism plans to return from a Gulf trip.
G F Parsons Commissioner Precinct No 1 Young County Texas reports an estray horse found near Graham four miles south. A bay horse about 15 1 2 hands tall with harness marks, branded JF on the left jaw, age about four to six years, posted May 11 1910. Notice warns that if not proven away the animal will be disposed of per law on June 11 1910.
Lee Anderson daughter of Olg friends and relatives Saturday referenced in a local notice. Community members gathered to honor her memory and connections within the Olg area.
Frank Still and family move from Bridgeport to Graham occupying a Cherry Street residence. R. E. Mabry and family and others listed plan land listings for a forthcoming county bulletin. Mabry and Short noted fishing on the Clear Fork this week.
Daily from June 1 by train to Chicago New York St Paul Kansas City San Francisco Portland Los Angeles Boston and many other points. Long limits and stopovers offered with through sleepers to Chicago and Kansas City daily.
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