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Graham Leader

Location

Graham, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1910

Page

2

Democratic Primaries Slate for State and Local Offices

A list of candidates poised for the Democratic primaries includes W. A. Johnson for State Senator 2nd District, R. B. Humphrey for Representative 14th District, P. A. Martin and R. F. Arnold for District Judge, S. M. Foster for District Attorney 30th Dist, and multiple county roles. Names spanning Hall County, Throckmorton County, and local offices such as County Judge, County Attorney, Superintendent, Treasurer, Tax Assessor, Sheriff and Tax Collector, and precinct officials are shown as nominees for the upcoming July vote.

W. A. Johnson Hall County R. B. Humphrey Throckmorton County PD. J. Brookesonn P. A. Martin R. F. Arnold

Rankin Endorses Cone Johnson for Governor in Heated Push

Dr. Rankin declares support for Cone Johnson in the gubernatorial race, prompting a charged response from opponents and garnering calls for party unity as the campaign grows contentious.

Dr. Rankin Cone Johnson

Dallas Jurist Judge M L Crawford Dies at Home

Renowned Texas lawyer and judge M L Crawford died at his Dallas residence last Sunday innings. He was a leading figure in the state's legal scene and his passing is noted by peers and local courts.

M. L. Crawford Texas Dallas

Dr Hyde Convicted in Swoop Murder by Kansas City Jury

A Kansas City jury found Dr Hyde guilty of murdering Thomas H Swoop last Monday and set a life imprisonment sentence as his punishment.

Dr. Hyde Thomas H. Swoop Kansas City

Woodson Gets New Paper The Record Under James R Little

The Record is the new paper at Woodson with James R. Little at the helm from its first issue. The paper is expected to be worthy of support from Woodson and surrounding communities.

Woodson James R. Little

Snoddy Seeks County Superintendent Nomination

A. B. Snoddy authorized for announcement in the Democratic Primary slate on July 23 for County Superintendent of Public Schools. Snoddy, a Kentucky Normal graduate who taught in leading High Schools, spent eight years as a public school teacher and has pastored the Methodist church for over 35 years. He appeals to voters to consider his claims and pledges diligent service if elected.

A. B. Snoddy Snoddy The Normal of Kentucky Washington Lee University of Virginia Methodist Church

The Average Man and the Quiet Strength of Duty

A reverent defense of the average man as the steady backbone of progress. The author argues that balanced, dutiful workers, though rarely famous, form the majority whose collective sacrifice builds nations and enables great feats by others.

H L Hearns Candidacy For County Superintendent Spotlight

In our column this week the name H L Hearn appears as a candidate for County Superintendent of Public Schools in the Democratic primary. He is a Sam Houston Normal College graduate with a permanent certificate and fourteen years of teaching experience. He served as Olney Schools superintendent last year and has held various state school positions. He describes himself as a professional school man and asks voters to consider his qualifications.

H. L. Hearn Prof. Hearn Sam Houston Normal College Olney

Johnson Speaks to a Large Crowd in Texas Senate Race

W A Johnson of Memphis Texas spoke to a sizable audience at the courthouse Monday night and impressed listeners with his fit for the State Senate. The prohibitionist candidate, praised as broad minded with West Texas at heart, planned to continue with a Tuesday speech in Newcastle.

W. A. Johnson Memphis Texas Court House Johnson West Texas Newcastle

Delicious Gingerbread Recipe From Mrs Mary J Lincoln

A newspaper fragment promotes a gingerbread recipe by Mrs Mary J Lincoln. It lists ingredients including flour salt soda ginger molasses Cottolene and boiling water, with guidance to bake in shallow layers and flavor with lemon for delicate stomachs.

Mary J. Lincoln

Comprehensive Sanitation Rules for City Health and Slaughterhouses

The Sanitary Code mandates citywide inspection of garbage and nuisances, designated dumping grounds, weekly removal of animal waste, and strict rules for privies and drainage. It fixes slaughterhouse water, floors, waste handling, cleaning, clothing, cooling, and inspection by health authorities and authorized meat inspectors.

Estray Notice in Young County Texas 1910

Report by E H Baugh Commissioner Precinct 3 Young County Texas. Four miles northwest of Graham the stock listed include a red and white pied cow about eight years old branded B a red bull calf and a red steer yearling marked stop split right and underbit left. Posted April 18 1910. If not proven away the stock shall be disposed of as the law directs. Dated May 9 1910.

E. H. Baugh Young County Texas A. Fields Graham

Proffitt Local Notes On Crop Prospects And Visits

Proffitt local notes report improving rain on the 14th lifting spirits for a bountiful corn and cotton crop. Huff and Cole plan an up to date gin, T. G. Black trips to Graham, F Herron greets friends in Proffitt, and Dr W S Cagle learns of his brother M Cagle's sudden train wreck death in Atlanta. Rev Taggart from Abilene preaches, Hains Wells notes a good water well, J T Gipson listed as sick, J M Thomas lands a tank contract on Batchelor ranch.

Huff Cole T. G. Black Graham F. Herron Proffitt W. S. Cagle Atlanta Georgia Dr. M. Cagle W. D. Bellamy Rev. Taggart Abiline Taggart Hains Wells J. T. Gipson J. M. Thomas Batchelor Proffirt

Foley Kidney Pills Patent Tonic Sold by Graham Drug Co

Foley Kidney Pills advertised as an antiseptic tonic and restorative for urinary irregularities. The notice warns against substitutes and states the product is sold by Graham Drug Co.

Foley Graham Drug Co

Cyclone Hits Norman Oklahoma Last Monday

Norman Oklahoma endured a cyclone that moved through the area last Monday causing minor damage and no reported injuries. Local authorities urged residents to stay indoors and monitor weather updates.

Norman Oklahoma

Special Word to Ministers on Sunday School Emphasis

Ministers are urged to preach on the Sunday School’s role in developing Christian character and training youth in Scripture. A World Sunday School Convention in Washington is praised. due to a Presbyterian service, the suggested service is canceled, but a Methodist union service with singing and two addresses is planned in the evening.

God Washington Presbyterian Church Methodist Church Fr. Singleton Edward Owers

Methodists to Begin Meeting Friday Night

The Methodists will start a meeting at this place on Friday night May 27, with attendance and program details limited to the local congregation and nearby residents.

Methodists

Pastor Edward Owers Resigns After One Year at Christian Church

The Reverend Edward Owers resigns as pastor of the Christian Church after one year. The church will continue with Bible school supervision by the Dallas area, coordinating with the Texas Day School Association for ongoing harmony and work.

Christian Church Edward Owers Wh Church Bible Schools State of Texas Dallas Texas Day School Association

Local Trades and Accidents Reported in Brief Notes

W. C. Noah sells his farm to J. W. Thomas of Johnson county and will move to Megarge. Durham and Garvey open a Soda Fountain at their drug store. Earnest Elliott was thrown from his horse Saturday evening and badly hurt. Milt Graham has lumber for a new business house and will install a full line later. Mrs Will Faller and Ollie Keen visited Graham Friday and returned Saturday. N. Gegg conducted the scholastic census Friday and Saturday. FARMERITE.

W. C. Noah J W. Thomas Johnson County Noah Megarge Durham Garvey Earnest Elliott Milt Graham Graham Will Faller Ollie Keen N. Gegg

Graham Ball Boys Debated in Olney Baseball Loss

In Olney last Friday the Olney nine defeated Graham seven to six. Graham players praised Olney for good sportsmanship and announce a rematch on the Graham diamond scheduled for the 23.

Olney Graham

Also Mentioned on This Page

the Leader Rank H. Bowron S. M. Foster A. S. Moss R. S. Morrison H. D. Criswell M. W. Souter E. B. Norman D. Dousenbary E. W. Fry Fred T. Arnold R. Lindsey B. A. Snoppy F. M. Burkett I. B. Padgett G. D. Hinson W. Rastre C. G. Woolfolk W. H. (Pike) Ardis M. A. Wallace O. H. Brown J. E. Parsons Justice of Peace E. E. Hall W. E. Cam G. W. Allison Gro F. Parsons A. H Art) Jones B. A. Snoddy Napoleon Fl. L. Hearn Sanitary Code OF Texas Tduly E. H.baauga Infans Samuel Potcher New York Bears Castoria the Centaur Company York City Faringey Farmerite Graham Ball Boys Ely ELY Brothers Warren St Beckham
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