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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1906
Page
1
A long sales notice lists rolls of matting from China and Japan at small prices, wool carpets, American Lady shoes, Madras shirts, imported Torchon lace, white duck skirts, and more. The vendor touts bulk discounts, restocking confidence, and a wide assortment for men and boys with emphasis on strong value.
By authority of law and order of the Republican Executive committee of Texas, C. W. Johnson and J. C. Fisher announce precinct conventions on July 28, 1904, to elect delegates to the county convention in Graham on August 4, 1906. The county gathering will select a new executive committee, nominate county officers, and choose a chairman and secretary for two years. Delegates will attend the state convention at El Paso on August 14, 1906.
Tom Riley left Monday morning for the Davis ranch near Throckmorton where he will be engaged at his trade for some time.
W D Richardson engineer for Taack Brothers was seriously hurt near his Olney home Saturday night when the engine he rode rear ing up and falling back on him. His right arm was broken in two places and badly crushed. Doctors Hamilton and Terrell attended him and reported rapid improvement.
Olney plans a July Fourth celebration featuring a town picnic and public installation of Masonic officers. A large crowd is expected and all residents are warmly invited to attend.
The Komo Picnic and Barbecue will be held on the 11th of July at Komo on Fish Creek near the old H-L crossing. Komo folks have a reputation for making people feel good and plan to surpass past picnics. All candidates are invited along with everyone for a cordial gathering and celebration.
G C Boyle of Loving accidentally shot himself in the back of the head with a 22 caliber rifle while rabbit hunting. He was found near the wire fence about an hour after the gun discharge, with the ball penetrating the brain. Doctors reported skull fractures and brain injury. Boyle remained unconscious and recovery was unlikely.
T R Walden, a German carpenter in Graham since April, was arrested in Bryson by deputy Tom Wallace on a charge of stealing a plane and other tools from Pogue's blacksmith shop last Sunday. He was brought back for an examining trial before Squire A W Kay and released on bail after claiming he was not himself during the spree and had no intention to steal.
Norman and Stovall advertise eight per cent loans as a specialty indicating financial services and loan options offered by the firm.
By authority at the April meeting and near the 4th of July the county union changes the July meeting from the 6th to Tuesday the 10th. All locals and members are urged to note the new date. While in town on July 4th, submit membership applications to the Young County Relief Association.
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