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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1908
Page
2
An old time newspaper fragment promotes Chamberlains Salve for skin diseases like eczema and tetter, promising instant itching relief and cure cases. It also touts Hunts Cure to end back scratching with a single application, reflecting sensational medical ad copy from the period.
For Representative, 104th District, R. B. Humphrey and R. M. Reed. For District Attorney, 30th District, P. A. Martin. For County Commissioner, Precinct No. 1, R. C. McPhails, J. W. Horner, and Geo. F. Parsons.
The note praises Maxim for a noise less gun while calling for guidance to quiet a noisy spell binder in the public arena, expressing mixed joy and request for a solution to political loudness.
A report details another scandal in the Government Printing Office and claims congress is influenced by lobbyists. It notes public opinion remains divided with many supporters backing the Republican Party despite calls for punishment.
If you owe more than a year on Subscription to this paper you should remit by April 1st or your name will necessarily be dropped from the list on account of the new order of the post office department.
A democratic Kentucky revolt against machine domination ushers in Republican governor and senator. The piece urges Texas democracy to profit from this example and follow suit.
The Tarrant County Bryan club resolves that only men who are or have been Warm supporters of William Jennings Bryan may be sent as delegates to the national convention. This excludes Joseph Weldon Bailey from contention.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Pain Balm as effective for a lame shoulder whether from sprain or rheumatic pains. It advises free application and vigorous rubbing at each use and promises a quick cure. Sold by all druggists.
A writer forecasts state prohibition appearing on the July 25 primary ticket. They expect a strong public vote in favor, with the legislature putting the issue to a separate election and the people backing it by a large majority. The piece cites dissatisfaction with the license system and prior laws as driving forces.
A public call favors sending a Denver delegation of private citizens rather than party insiders. The author argues against senators and congressmen dictating platforms and names, insisting the people write policies and choose standard bearers. The piece notes Bailey is used as a foil and warns statements be read as not intended to attack him.
A Texas anti trust issue is attacked as papers including Frederic Upham Adams writings are accused of being paid to support Waters-Pierce Oil. The author criticizes Democratic papers, warns of court outcomes and urges Texas weekly press to inform voters about the scheme to influence state politics and protect the millin and a half dollar judgment.
Mrs. Hettie Green, richest in the country, has spent years dismissing titled suitors from the Old World. She would rather Sylvia marry a good live newspaper man than any duke. Local press men praise her level headed judgment.
Report notes that Taft supporters claim nomination on the first ballot but only a small number of delegates elected so far to confirm. The piece discusses optimism amid cautious analysis of party dynamics and insider speculation.
Advertised cure Cham berlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy praised by H E Hower publisher of the Press Highland Wis. Three of the family used it with good results in summer complaint. For sale by all druggists.
The writer urges Graham homeowners to plant shade trees and a diverse flower bed now, noting added property value and town pride. Water is available at a reasonable price, encouraging investment in yards before another year passes.
A call to citizens to act now to improve the town with plantings and shade trees at the right time. One year from today will reveal who truly cares about the town’s appearance and health, distinguishing helpers from those who hinder growth.
A Pennsylvania grocer receives a letter describing how a man who spends twenty cents daily on whiskey could, by saving, order a year’s supply of staples. The list covers flour sugar macaroni coffee beans soap oil tea and more, illustrating domestic cost savings and personal reflection.
Prof H A Howell of Howell's American School Havana Cuba lauds Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. He recalls his mother's use and credits it with saving his sick baby's life during a severe February cold. The account urges readers to obtain the remedy from all druggists.
Mr Bryan fears funds are used to defeat him, mirroring a similar worry expressed by Roosevelt not long ago, suggesting parallel concerns about money influencing political outcomes and campaign dynamics.
A fragment notes turmoil in Kentucky politics with a Republican governor and senator, the nightriders, and prohibition creating a highly inverted political scene.
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