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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1908
Page
5
Local Notes dated Thursday March 12 1908 records visits illnesses and movements of residents and visitors in Graham including Mrs Nat Price Miss Vivian Anderson W F Garrisson Mrs Russell Tyra Mart Robison and others. It lists bakery groceries wood and laundry line services and a move by W S Atchison to a new home near Salt Creek.
Miss Lottie Kindley daughter of T F Kindley of Indian Mound died after an appendicitis operation at St Joseph's Infirmary Fort Worth She improved briefly then worsened and died last Sunday Her body was brought home and interred Oak Grove cemetery Tuesday at 10 a m Rev G W Black conducted services The Leader extends sympathy to the bereaved family
An advertisement proclaims Hunt's Lightning Oil works constantly to cure aches pains cuts burns and bruises while you sleep. It urges readers to rub a small amount on misery for rapid relief and a feeling of disappearance.
A call for Graham to adopt a spring cleaning day as towns across Texas have done. The plan follows a failed previous attempt but urges mayor and leaders to organize a town wide effort where every resident cleans streets and premises for health and beauty.
Col J T Hunt of Olney paid a pleasant call last Tuesday evening. Mr and Mrs G P Roberson of South Bend were pleasant callers Tuesday evening. A box supper is planned at Center Ridge school house on Saturday night the 14th inst. Everyone is invited. Hope Timmons of Lynn County visited his parents and relatives here last week and reports the West all right. H L Lane and family have taken charge of the county farm and are pleased with their new home. Mrs Lane visited the Leader office last Saturday to report the farm occupants content. W T Gaw of Camp Creek arrived last Saturday to meet his nephew and niece John Moore and sister of Prospect, Collin county, who came in on the night train to be with their uncle Felix Gaw, who is seriously ill.
The message announces the new west side location for Sr. Louis Restaurant. It thanks past patrons and invites new customers to inspect the premises from pantry to front, promising clean, first class service with the best brands. The note emphasizes courteous staff and affordable quality, inviting a trial visit.
Farmers note delayed spring planting with corn largely done and oats thriving while fruit yields risk from recent weather. Dr. Durham visited Olney, E. W. Provine returned from Ft Worth, and Chas Keen’s feed trough puzzles townsfolk. Mr. Grafton buys Duncan stock and moves to Farmer with family welcomed. Harmonson preached, a small crowd due to bad weather, Terrell of Graham greeted locals. Joyners hosted a young crowd Friday night. band members hunted after practice but kept quiet on the catch.
A Waynetown Indiana man testifies that Chamberlains Cough Remedy is unequaled for croup and cold relief. Used promptly at onset of croupy cough, it prevents the attack and is widely utilized in thousands of homes. For sale by all druggists.
An election will be held at the Graham Texas court house on Tuesday April 7 1908 to elect one alderman for each precinct Nos one and two and to elect a city secretary and treasurer W E Crim presiding officer Witness my hand this 6th day of March 1908 M K GRAHAM Mayor
SUMMAR and MARTIN state after leasing the ice house and securing ice contracts they will meet public demand and seek broad patronage from the community.
Farmers plant corn with many finished, while neighbors share visits and gatherings. Stephens county visitors stop by John Otts family as singing events bring community cheer. Friends and relatives attend church, move a house, and host a children party at Tom Yancey as Aunt Samantha signs off.
An advertisement extols Cottolene by contrasting it with pork lard, citing Mosaic laws against pork and modern science, and claiming refined vegtable oil makes a pure, easily digested shortening suitable for all uses including pastry. It highlights cotton boll as a clean source versus pigsty.
For sale notice offering a good young jack for trade or sale. Apply to M. M. Burris at 25 of True, Texas.
A. H. M. Anderson writes to friends and voters that he is no longer in the tax assessor race due to his business affairs. He thanks supporters and says it is unwise to stay in the race.
W M Tomlinson of Oswego Kansas testifies that Simmons Liver Purifier is the most valuable remedy for constipation and deranged liver. He notes it works thoroughly without gripe, and recommends it. Price 25 cents.
A newly formed firm, Ropison & Topp, announces the purchase of the Star Meat Market and offers to supply the best meats of all kinds. They urge customers and the public to give them a share of patronage and pledge courteous treatment in return.
Epens and Lona announce purchase of the Ely ice house and state it will be ready to serve the public when the season opens inviting patronage.
For sale a 312 inch Studebaker wagon and several good work horses mares and geldings. Flexible payment terms available for reliable buyers. E. M. Eichelberger.
Local advertises cement and concrete services in Graham. J F Cushman offers sidewalks cellar floors and related work with guaranteed first class quality and reasonable prices.
Oliver Lisle promotes a chicken breeding program offering eggs described as combining the best qualities of all chickens to yield the ideal farm fowl for specialization in poultry husbandry.
A brief classified notice offers about 400 pounds of wood country lard for sale by E A Posern located in Serena. The ad is plain and features a contact prompt for buyers.
Mrs W L Howry departed Friday morning for a one month visit with her father in Dublin Texas. Mr Howry accompanied her as far as Fort Worth.
An advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as a mild pleasant remedy. It claims a gentle action and consistent cathartic effect, inviting readers to obtain a free sample from any druggist.
Two good dwellings in Gra ham offered for immediate sale to raise cash. One half cash payment optional, balance on terms. Contact J. G. Sum mar for details.
An advertisement explains pain as nerve discord and promotes Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills as the cure. It asserts nerve-centered treatment, notes wives and daughters using the pills, and claims refund if not helped. Ex Agent Hopps of Jessup Georgia signs as distributor for Miles Medical Co. Elkhart Indiana.
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