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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1908
Page
3
Local notes report appearances of officials and visitors in Graham, hints of events, commerce, and upcoming activities. Names include Judge J. W. Akin, A. A. Donnell, J. J. Masters, R. H. Cheat, H. C. Williams, G. W. Pratt, and J. Driver. Mentions Union Restaurant promotions, Stewart & Son flour, and Fat Stock Show attendance in Fort Worth. Also notes new sidewalk work, a birth, weathered travel, and a hospital update.
Graham Hon Co promotes a six plow cultivator as the best on earth for gardeners and farmers seeking efficiency and durability.
A Graham Hdn. Co. notice urges readers to consider the 6 Plow J I Case Cultivators and promises noticeable improvements. The ad claims the models are the best and invites purchase to be convinced.
District Judge A H Carrigan was called to Arkansas to be at his father’s bedside where he died. District Attorney Martin reported that Carrigan cannot attend Graham this week and lawyers must elect a special judge. Jacksboro lawyers are in court, so Hon. P M Stine of Henrietta agreed to come and, once elected by the bar, will take the oath and proceed with the term.
The Democratic primary in July will consider J L Flint for Sheriff and Tax Assessor of Young County. A long-time resident, he vows a fearless, capable administration and plans to canvass the county to meet voters before the primary.
The county paper notes that farmers should order Deering binders now as International Harvester Co is barred from business in the state, so machines will be sold only on straight sales and shipped only for existing orders. Local citizens, including S L McGee and Ward Price, report good rains aiding crops and routine news from districts.
P A Martin announces candidacy for re election as district attorney of the 30th Judicial District subject to the Democratic primaries in July. He notes a little over a year in office and asserts efforts to enforce law while protecting the innocent and invites voters to inquire about his record with district and county officers and jurors as references.
A petition circulates seeking funds from all residents to lay water pipes from the city works into Oak Grove cemetery. The system would aid the sexton in yard care and maintenance of flowers and shrubs. Citizens are urged to contribute to keep the burying ground in good condition.
Mrs Tom Billingsley died at her Eliasville home last Tuesday evening after a lingering illness of dropsy. She was buried in Eliasville cemetery yesterday evening with Rev McDonald of Caddo conducting the funeral. A Baptist church member, she was highly respected and leaves a husband and two children. The community offers sympathy to the family.
The entire stock of W D Duncan Co Farmer Texas remains on sale at cost. New bankrupt prices cover dry goods groceries hardware and shoes. Men s shoes ample and well stocked with new spring ladies waist and skirt goods. Sale contract effective Saturday a week from this issue. Trustee E W Provine.
J. H. Rubenkoenig returned from New Orleans and spoke of his mother’s improved health. Cr. D. Yancey, founder of the Sons of Rest, arrived from Mineral Wells. J. T. Gibson, new-to-town resident from Erath County who bought a farm near Proffitt, called today and ordered the...
A full blood Jersey bull aged eighteen months is offered for sale by G F Meee. The notice states the animal is in good health and describes the buyer to contact the seller for pricing and pickup details.
Graham Hardware Co announces its new brick storefront at the northeast corner of the square. The note invites continued patronage, promising better service and welcomes friends and new customers to the upgraded shop.
Dry weather slows corn planting and gardening at Cedar Creek while grass and weeds grow, signaling a need for rain. Miss Grace Duncan of Olney visits her grandparents and relatives in the community as J M Rickles hauls lumber for a new house west of Ivan. Geo A Eckles and daughter Edith, an educator in Palo Pinto county, visited the local school. Eva Echols and family traveled to see grandparents in Kansas. B E West and J M Rickels attended Breckenridge trade day last Monday.
Graham Hudson Co has just unloaded a car of Anchor Buggies in all shapes and sizes. See their display in the new building.
Arnold and Arnold Attorneys advertise loan services on land and purchase vendor lien notes, stating readiness to lend regardless of panics. They emphasize professional handling and legal backing.
W E Baker, sexton of Oak Grove Cemetery, promotes tombstones from Cisco Marble Works and grave digging services with adult price seven dollars and child price five dollars, inviting inquiries.
Wheat and oats are steady with minor bug issues, hope for no major damage. Health is weak locally but improvement is hoped. Mrs Phoebe Keeter and Miss Mary Keeter returned from a prospector trip in New Mexico and were pleased with the area. Various locals, including W M Goode Jr Marvin and Willie McBrayer, visited Craig's ranch last Saturday. Elder McCord preached here Friday night. Farmers have planted corn and some will plant cotton this week after a good rain. Mrs Susie Ford visited Mrs Ovelia Goode, while Harry Stringer from home checked on stray yearlings. Mr and Mrs O A McBrayer visited Craig recently. McBrayer bought cattle. Mrs E C Stovall and Mrs W C Harrell of Graham visited M D Harrell last week. M D Harrell attended the old soldier's meeting at Graham last Saturday. Sum Esse Fut.
Local notes report unseasonable weather with forecasts of an early spring amid continued winter. Measles illness is mentioned as current in the community while social life continues with visits, church attendance, and a large True people excursion to Wichita Falls featuring the True band and a friendly reception.
A meeting of the County Union will be held in Graham on Friday March 27. All locals are earnestly requested to send delegates. J. P. Hypen, President.
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