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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1908
Page
1
Suit No 1 features gun metal grey wool with padded shoulders and proper fit. Blue serge options include double and single breasted designs in quality wool. An all wool brown check suit is listed and boys’ suits sized 8 to 15 years priced from $2.50 to $5.00.
Voters turnout in Young County for the national convention delegates election was light due to farmers busy with field work. Across the state only about two thirds of the Democratic vote was cast, with Bailey ticket winning by roughly 20 000 votes.
J. W. Pigg of Weatherford, a contractor on the South Bend bridge, says work is well underway and near completion after rain and high water delays. Once finished, workers will shift to the Belknap bridge. The two bridges will ease travel to Graham, boosting Young County’s road network and bridge infrastructure.
If it should arrive tomorrow the line notes that 1 to 3 people suffer rheumatism of varying severity. Ballard's Snow Liniment drives away the trouble relieves the pain instantly and leaves the user as well and supple as a two year old. Sold by B S Doty & Co.
A notice offers a pair of horse hobbies near Graham by Matt F Davis. Interested buyers can contact the office to arrange payment and obtain further details about the sale and ownership transfer.
Pa urges shoppers to buy dry goods at its store with low prices to stretch dollars. Three key focus areas this week are shoes dress goods and clothing with special prices on all ladies ready to wear waists.
Display advertises White Lawn Figured Lawns and Dotted Swiss in multiple patterns priced 5c to 25c per yard, Black Satin Check Lawn at 2c, Mercerized Lawns in twenty patterns at 20c to 25c, Dotted Swisses in lavender at 20c and 25c, Silk Tissues in pink, blue, and lavender, and Ladies' Silk Waist fabrics. Footwear includes Gibson Tie Oxford options, patent and Vic Oxford styles, and various Oxfords for men and women priced from 1. to 4.00.
W D Fisher died at his home near Farmer last Friday from blood poison after a pet squirrel bite two weeks earlier. He moved from Mississippi two years ago and was respected as a model citizen. His wife died about a year ago. The body was taken to Graham for embalming and sent to Edward Mississippi for burial.
A cheerful Father may stay content as a crying baby is soothed by McGee's Baby Elixir which claims to ease teething distress and bowel issues. The advert touts safe, drug free relief and a price of 25 or 50 cents per bottle sold by B.S. Doty & Co.
Magnolia Grove No 273 W C will unveil at Oak Grove cemetery on Sunday June 7 at 2 p m. Glen McDonald Camp No 420 W O W will also hold their decoration on the same day and time.
Mike Steadham of Miller Bend was a visitor here last Tuesday, observed by local residents and noted in a brief community record.
Mrs. S. R. Crawford, president of the Ladies' Cemetery Association, asks readers to donate to maintain Oak Grove Cemetery. With 654 graves and last month’s $70 outlay leaving $6.83, funds are needed for weed control, grave upkeep, and urgent pipe work for city water. Donations may be left at Beckham National Bank or mailed for credit to the cemetery fund.
An old marketing line touts Hunt's Lightning Oil as a universal remedy. It promises to ease burns bruises aching joints and muscles by rubbing the oil on, claiming it removes pain poision and stings.
S. B. Street & Co arrange a free performance by Buster Brown and Tige in Graham on Wednesday May 13 with a piano in the courthouse hall. The show opens at 4 30 to allow school children to attend. Admission is free and attendees are urged to bring children. See ad on the fourth page for details.
An advert proclaims Hunt's Cure as the king of all skin remedies. It claims to cure promptly any itching trouble, wherever it appears. One application relieves, one box guaranteed to cure.
M M Burris from True says crops look good in his region but warn another shower is needed as ground bakes after recent heavy rains. A burn or scald should use Chamberlains Salve which relieves pain quickly and heals. Rev Edwin Wickens of Dallas preached at the new Episcopal Church in place of Bishop Garrett who was sick.
The Graham Presbyterian Church adopted unanimously at a Sunday meeting on April 26 a resolution to dissolve relations with Pastor Rev. C. E. Paxson. The move follows his wife’s illness and the family’s need to relocate north for health reasons, with prayers and commendation to any presbytery or congregation.
R M Topp offers a 24 quart White Mountain ice cream freezer for sale at a low price plus some high grade extract. Suitable for home use and small batches. Contact R M Topp for details and availability.
A large group from Graham is enjoying a fishing and camping expedition this week, drawing many locals to the outdoor retreat and marking a lively community outing.
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