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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1891
Page
5
Texas raised bulls for sale described as three and four years old. Will sell in lots to suit purchaser. J. C. Levine of Gertrude Texas reports these cattle were fed through a feeder and are in fine condition.
At a March 16 1891 called meeting Col R C McPhails presided and F Herron became secretary. Veterans discussed organizing to preserve Lost Cause deeds and plans for a future ex Confederate reunion with committees named for finance and permanent organization. Sale of Megrimene cited by merchant for headache relief.
Local cattle fever affects herds of M. A. Stewart Henry Rodgers and John McIntire with fever bowels and weakness cited. A Markley meeting chaired by Stewart discussed remedies such as coal oil bleeding and cutting the tail, while readers with experience were urged to share cures.
A survey of prominent farmers reports high crop prospects with wheat expected to be immense. Writers urge Graham to build a fine roller mill and note community hope the Alliance will support the project. A bridge article from John Guy was misplaced and must be resubmitted.
The article notes that counterfeiters have access to all government facilities and skilled engravers. A special paper with hair lines once offered protection is now compromised, as counterfeit bills from two government mills mimic this feature. The counterfeit paper shows the same delicate lengthwise thread visible only under a microscope.
An item notes Messrs Burnett and Mulkey concluding their revival in Dallas while warning the city’s harsh conditions may persist for a decade. It mentions various disreputable pastimes and urges public awareness of ongoing dangers amid a tough urban climate.
A one day horse described as 154 hands high with a white blaze and white belly spots, branded HL on the left thigh, named JOE AKIN, is offered in a reward notice. The text also includes opinions on a proposed constitutional amendment taxing one percent of the school fund and an accusation of fish blasting in Sait creek with a request for prosecution where applicable.
Twenty years after corporal punishment was abolished in public schools the superintendent cites judicious praise as a stronger incentive to study than threats scoldings or physical punishment. He argues the world grows better as such a statement gains support.
An old notice touts Reaper Man and urges customers to visit E. E. Johnston's for machine oil hardware and tinware while Mrs Johnston's offers millinery dress goods and ladies' supplies. It warns that liquor worsens troubles and invites shoppers to come before buying elsewhere.
Woman sought to establish a Corset Parlor in every county selling Dr Nichols Celebrated Spiral Spring Corsets with hinges and clasps. Wages 40 to 75 dollars monthly plus expenses. stock on consignment. Settlements monthly. position permanent. address applications to G D Nichols & Co New York. Also notes on corn whiskey profits and an invention for passenger train mileage and boarding counts.
Wm Timmons of Idaville praises Electric Bitters for kidney and liver trouble, calling it more effective than other medicines. John Le a farmer and stockman from Idaville says it made him feel like a new man. J W Gardner a hardware merchant from Idaville says it restored strength to a man who felt life worthless. Only 50 cents a bottle at Graham's Drug Store.
Gladstone Michigan Express notes that a home newspaper depends on local patronage for survival and coverage. It laments businesses and societies expecting free notices while failing to support the paper that serves the community.
An old advertisement touts Dr. King's New Discovery for consumption and other ailments, promising relief and refund if unsatisfied. It also cites The New York World on hunger and unemployment, and praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with wide sale in the West. Bottles sold by RB G Graham & Co.
A compact ad row touts oil for reapers and threshers from D R Axi & Co and promotes Mixed Key Pickles at the Red Store. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve claims world leading relief for bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions with a 25 cent price and money refund if not satisfied, sold by R G Graham & Co Druggist.
A timeless parental guide urges early obedience as the cornerstone of character. It argues that children should submit promptly without questioning, with or without stated reasons, to build discipline and prevent long term ruin.
An advertisement by L. J. Bower, Prop’r Young County Nursery, promotes a large stock of fine fruit and ornamental trees for autumn delivery. It urges summer care of young trees and invites orders, noting easy payment and guaranteed free growth. The piece also includes an editorial comment from Decatur News on constitutional rigidity and state supremacy in justice.
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