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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1910
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR shows subscription rates and postal matter line from Graham Texas paper with editor Frank H. Bowron. The text mentions post office second class mail and pricing for one year and six months.
A list of candidates for various local and county offices in Young County and surrounding areas. Names include W A Johnson Hall County for State Senator, R B Humphrey Throckmorton for Representative, P A Martin and R F Arnold for District Judge, S M Foster for District Attorney, J L Vaughan for County Clerk, H D Criswell M W Souter E B Norman D D Cullenbary for County offices, M A Wallace O H Brown Sheriff, J E Parsons E W Johnson T E Wallace T J Lamons Tax Collector, and several precinct officers.
The piece laments growing comfort and happiness for all, condemns narrow minded critics, and mocks puritanic zeal. It contrasts modern progress with old deathly attitudes and calls for freedom from meddling authorities. It recalls a prayer and questions those who judge others’ amusements.
The Loving News begins as Vol. 1, No. 1 published by Joe Davis formerly of Bryson Enterprise. The issue touts strong local content and advertising, inviting exchanges and promising growth to reach outside readers.
The Graham Leader critiques Senator Slaton during his June 11 visit, arguing he harmed his campaign with country papers by demanding press free of rail revenue exchanges. It praises opponents Johnson and Bough as sober, reliable prohibitionists and warns voters against Slaton.
The Texas Press Association schedules its next meeting to be held in Port Lavaca. Local members will gather to discuss association affairs and future events.
The corsets emphasize graceful lines and concealed imperfections with freedom and comfort. Designed with top corset techniques, they promise a stylish garment with superb fitting for confident shaping.
A speaker argues against acting for reward in virtue and truth. The Prodigal Son is used to illustrate genuine repentance, not anticipation of inheritance. The focus is on intrinsic love of knowledge, religion, and goodness rather than future gain.
The piece argues the value of positive thinking inspired by the new thought movement. It cites Solomon and Hopes the habit of smiling improves character and happiness, urging people to focus on the bright side and whistle rather than whine to spread sunshine.
A reflective piece on life travel and kindness urging cheerful conduct and protection of youths. It frames religion as God's kind and calls readers to active, positive behavior, avoiding complaint when faced with pain. It emphasizes virtue, thought, and generosity toward all.
Citizens of Decatur rally for a joint de bate between Hon. Cone Johnson and Senator Bailey at the Old Settlers Reunion in Wise County on July 18. The event is expected to draw many thousands to Decatur, boosting the town’s profile and attendance.
Frisco Journal notes that towns with workshops and factories, especially along the Connecticut River, gain vigor and prosperity. The presence of workmen creates daily activity, thrift, and social benefits, contrasting with lifeless commercial or seaport towns lacking workshops.
The piece contrasts material wealth with inner wealth. It argues that true riches come from courage, integrity, and trust from loved ones, not money gained by compromising principals. A steadfast character is described as richer than worldly riches, citing a Colorado Record quotation about simple faith and kind hearts.
The Byers Herald observes a man’s behavior toward items on the floor. He avoids eating dropped meat but will pick up and chew a dropped plug of tobacco, cleaning it on his clothing first. Recognizes a double standard in cleanliness.
A poem style riddle contrasts two women in marriage and social roles. One excels in cooking and homemaking while the other uses social tactics and charm to attract affection. Both husbands prosper, daily parties fade, and the piece invites readers to guess which wife divorces and which makes baby dresses.
The Weatherford Herald notes cotton seed flour is claimed to cure Brights disease and could soon be sold nationwide as a flour substitute and general remedy. It warns mill men to proceed cautiously as demand and pricing may rise if figures like Reuben push higher costs.
The text extols a growing recognition of a broader religion that allows pure breath, innocent exercise, and joyful living. It argues that this faith grants the right to enjoy life and share happiness through a merry laugh and a buoyant, responsive soul, celebrating true happiness without creed constraints.
G F Parsons Commissioner Precinct No 1 Young County Texas reports an estray. A bay horse about 15 1 2 hands high with harness and saddle marks and branding JF connected on left jaw is described and posted May 11 1910. If unproven away the animal will be disposed of as law directs this notice dated June 1 1910.
Four individuals named Dean are emphasized in a brief notice urging readers to recall the name 4 Deans and avoid others in a concise regional summary.
The world’s good things arrive in small packages, but most of them go unnoticed. A reflective note on everyday objects and simple joys hidden in plain sight. The piece invites readers to value modest, tangible details over grand gestures.
Former Missouri governor Folk receives backing from the Democratic Committee of his state as the party’s presidential nominee choice. The endorsement signals early party support for Folk’s national bid.
Daily through sleepers to Chicago and Kansas City with long limits and frequent stopovers. Journeys from many points east west north and south to Chicago New York St. Paul Kansas City San Francisco Portland Los Angeles Boston and numerous other destinations begin June 1.
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