Graham Diary: Early Growth of Graham Texas and Its Stocks
The Graham story recounts the founding around a salt works west of town, named for Col. E S Graham and Col. G A Graham. It describes 1874 townsite, early hotels, a news paper The Graham Leader, court house, telegraph link, cattle roundups, and Judge Hilliard fostering schools. The piece notes a thriving frontier era with a mix of cultured and cowboy residents and highlights the 1877 rise of the North West Texas Cattle Association boosting local stock interests.
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Graham
Col
E.S. Graham
G. A. Graham
Ekr
Graham Leader
J. W. Graves
County Commissioners Court
E. T. Hilliard
L. B. Brooks
States
Northwest Texas Cattle Association
Cattlemen’s Association Grows From Graham to Statewide
The organization started in Graham as a mutual protection group for cattle interests and has become a statewide body. It has saved members money through its inspectors, aided in recovering stolen cattle, and boasts thousands of members with leaders elected to guide its protection efforts.
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Ary
de Beeo Loving
Graham
Postmaster Appointment Appeal From Graham Texas
Mrs Jonas Ely appeals to Graham Texas patrons of the post office for votes in the upcoming primary. She cites Democratic loyalty, teaching and bookkeeping experience, public service in Graham, and her Ice Cream and Chile Parlor as a guide to expected tenure as postmaster.
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Graham Postoffice
Democratic Party
Graham
Texas
Jonas Ely
Obituary Notice of a Longtime Church Member
Gone South in 1893 he lived a consistent life until his death. He was a kind husband tender father and good neighbor. He leaves a wife one son two daughters and many friends. May we emulate his virtues and meet him in a better world. Beloved by family church and community his loss is Heaven's gain Pastor Rev H D Cook commends the bereaved to God.
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D. Cook
Cemetery Improvement and Memorial Consultation Notice
An advertisement by Wichita Marble and Granite Works promotes cemetery beautification and memorials. A. G. Deatherage invites visits in Graham on the first of the month to discuss plots and orders. Also notes a May 10 silver wedding shower for Mr. and Mrs. 8. R. Jeffery benefiting Buckner Orphans Home with a no-gift request.
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Graham
Wichita Marble & Granite Works
A. G
R. Jeffery
Buckner Orphans Home
Jeffery
Ladies Missionary Society
Graham Baptist Church
S. R. Jeffery
Farmer near experiment station misses key lessons
A rural resident dwelling close to an agricultural experiment station neglects to learn from its many teachings, risking poorer material condition than neighbors who apply the insights.
Garrett Declared Candidate for Graham Postmaster in 1913 Primary
B B Garrett is announced as a candidate for Graham postmaster ahead of the Democratic primary on May 17 1913. A longtime Young county settler of over thirty six years, he is noted for building contracting work and careful bookkeeping. The notice urges voters to investigate his life and standing and promises fair treatment for patrons if elected.
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B. B. Garrett
Graham
Garrett
Young County
Soil Depletion Burdens Future Generations
A brief note warns that soil depletion places a heavy burden on future generations as fertility declines and productivity losses threaten sustainable food supply and environmental health.
Burkett Seeks Graham Postmaster Nomination in May Primary
F M Burkett announces candidacy for Graham Texas postmaster in the Democratic primary May 11. He served three terms as Young County Treasurer and is praised for experience, politeness, and fair treatment of all voters in precinct No 1. Brownsville reports a silk worm colony near ready to spin with an estimated fifty thousand cocoons. A Buckner Orphans Home fundraising shower is planned for May 10 at the Jefferys residence. Perrin hosts a passion day picnic and dinner marking town founding with several hundred excursionists from nearby cities.
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F. M. Burkett
Graham
Texas
Burkett
Young
Frank Burkett
Mr. Burkett
Brownsvillle
F. H. Williams
Perrin
Jacksboro
Mineral Wells
Weatherford
Methodist Protracted Meeting Announced
A protracted meeting will be held at the Methodist Church beginning the fourth Sunday in May. Plan to attend. J. Hall Bowman, Preacher in Charge.
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Methodist Church
J. Hall Bowman
Naptholeine p Saves Time Through Efficient Grocer Aid
A brief notice touts Naptholeine p as a time saver for shoppers, promising to spare effort, preserve clothing, and simplify grocery runs. It emphasizes quick use and practical benefits for daily errands.
Strayed or Stolen Hog-Back Horse and Mules Reported
Strayed or stolen brown seven year old hog-back horse two three year old mules one black horse mule and one red mare mule with short rope and necks. Reward offered for information leading to recovery. A B Sparks Gooseneck Bend Graham.
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A. B. Sparks
Gooseneck Bend
Graham
McCormick Binders Advertises Farm Machinery
McCormick Binders pitches McCormick Mow r Rakes and Bind-Lookers through agents offering timely delivery of farming equipment to customers.
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McCormick
Norris Johnson Hardware Aims for Long White Way Extension
Norris Johnson Hardware Company in Fort Worth outlines plans linked to the North Side Improvement Club to extend cluster lamps along the new viaduct and toward Exchange Avenue packeries, a roughly three mile stretch that would create a notably long white way in the city.
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Fort Worth
Notice of trade request in Murray Texas
J. W. Robinson of Murray Texas offers to trade a small thrashing machine and a 1 to 2 horsepower engine or equivalent for “r range mares.” The notice lists trade conditions and contact details for negotiation.
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R Range Mares
J. W. Robinson
Murray
Texas
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Dallas
Kansas City
Denver
Minneapolis
Saltlake City
San Francisco
Portland, Ore
E. HH. Burk
Widmayer
Horseshoe Inc A Specialty
Methodist
McCormick Binders
Norris-Johnson Hdw. Co
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