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Graham Leader

Location

Graham, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1908

Page

2

Public Weigher and County Commissioner Ballot Names

For Public Weigher the candidates listed are W. E. Crim E. V. Stockton and G. D. Hinson. For County Commissioner Pre. No. 1 the nominees are R. C. McPhail J. W. Horner and Geo. F. Parsons. For County Commissioner Pre. No. 4 the candidate is A. C. Casey. For County Commissioner Pre. No. 3 the candidate is John Grabam.

W. E. Crim E. V. Stockton G. D. Hinson R. C. McPhaill J. W. Horner Geo. F. Parsons A. C. Casey John Grabam

Congressional pool forms to push twenty million building bill

Senator Bob Taylor of Tennessee declines Denver convention delegate role. The pool aims to unite lawmakers to secure passage of a twenty million dollar public building bill amid Democratic and Prohibitionist clashes.

Congressional Congress Bob Taylor Tennessee Denver

Liver Purifier Ad Sparks Republican Debate in Taft Contention

An odd ad touts Simmon’s Liver Purifier as the safest liver aid. The piece includes a quote from Frank P. McLennan backing Taft. In Texas, Tarrant County Democratic convention, led by Bailey’s allies, rejected a measure condemning congressmen taking trust fees from public service firms.

Tarrant County Bailey

Hunt's Cure Sold by Southern Drugists Daily

Thousands of boxes of Hunt's Cure are being sold by Southern druggists as people learn it is the best cure for itching diseases. The first application provides relief, and one box is guaranteed to cure any one case.

Hunt Broiles AMD ABO O. Wolees Oillor Densy Dalias Xas FY

Honest effort urged for reform and minding business

The president demands Congress make an honest effort to enact reform while Congress insists the president should mind his own business. Neither party commits to reform, except possibly the Democrats.

Congress

Oil Trust Rules California State Politically

The Palestine Herald argues that Standard Oil wields de facto power in California through a strong political machine rather than outright purchase. The piece warns the criminal trust aims to extend its influence across the nation, using California as a model marked by a big five point star on the map.

Standard Oil Company California Palestine Herald

Rattlers Outrun by Hogs on Island Farm

The Telegram reports that hogs prove immune or faster than rattlesnakes, wiping out snakes on an island near Detroit after hogs were released. The corollary note claims hogs dominate snakes on farms, leaving rattle snakes absent in such settings.

Porker Detroit Mich

Do Something Yourself Emphasizes Local Initiative to Build Prosperity

Edgewood Journal argues towns must rely on local capitalists to start small factories and keep workers employed. Once local progress proves profitable, outside firms will follow, similar to fishermen recognizing a successful hole. Leaders should unite, invest, and demonstrate a money making town.

Edgewood Journal

Biliousness and Constipation Relief by Stomach and Liver Tablets

Mrs Rosa Potts of Birmingham Alabama reports lasting relief from biliousness and constipation after using Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. She notes immediate ill feeling relief, improved digestion, and purification of stomach liver and blood aiding natural function. Sold by all druggists.

Rosa Potts Birmingham Ala

Farmer Reverses Rule After Bailey Vote

A Tom Green county farmer was seen shearing a sheep from tail to head and stated he reversed the rule because he voted for Bailey and has since been ashamed to face a sheep.

Tom Green County Bailey

Dysentery Cure Proves Effective for Town Resident

An honored town citizen suffered a severe dysentery attack. He told a friend that a bottle of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhœa Remedy would cure him. He was told the druggist M. J. Leach of Wolcott VT kept it in stock and he was promptly cured. For sale by all druggists.

Chamberlain M. J. Leach Wolcott

Chamberlains Pain Balm touted for muscular pains

Advertises Good Liniment as superior to others for muscular rheumatic and sprain pains. Claims relief for rheumatism and sciatica easing intense pain and aiding sleep. Promotes faster recovery from sprains and deep muscular pains and lists 23 and 50 cent sizes available at druggists.

Chamberlain

Pedigree of Calf Proves Questioned by Buyer

A farmer narratives the calf's lineage with bizarre anecdotes. He claims the sire gored a book agent to death, toppled a justice of the peace on a barn, and set a lightning red man on his head in a fence corner. The dam allegedly chased a female lecturer for two miles. He asks $84 for the calf.

Justice of the Peace

Whooping Cough Remedy Endorsed by Hartland Resident

Mrs. A. Goss of Durand Mich attests that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy cured her daughter’s whooping cough and endorses it for other children. Mr Lane of Hartland recommended it, noting it gives customers the best satisfaction. Sold by all druggists.

Lane Hartland Chamberlain A. Goss Durand, Mich

Old World and its Ways by William Jennings Bryan

St Louis Christian Advocate reviews a 575 page illustrated volume issued by The Thompson Publishing Company. The author and his family traveled from Sept 21 1905 to Sept 5 1906 visiting Japan China the Philippines India Europe and Norway. The review praises readability breadth and educational value noting the book should be in homes with promising youths.

William Jennings Bryan Thompson Publishing Company St. Louis Japan China Philippines India Europe Bryan William J. Jr Grace Java Arctic Circle Norway St. Louis Christian Advocate

McGees Baby Elixir Promises Peaceful Nights

An advertisement touts McGee's Baby Elixir as a remedy to soothe crying infants and induce normal sleep, claiming it comforts disordered bowels and sour stomach, is tasty and safe with no harmful drugs, and priced at 25 and 50 cents, sold by B. E. Doty.

McGee Doty

Dont Judge The Judge By The Jury Dont Kiss The Other Girl First

Do not judge a judge by the jury or a man by his neighbor. Do not think life is short means men outlive resolve. Do not kiss the sister before another girl. Avoid over dignity or self importance. Tell your wife you love her and ignore trifles.

Boys will be Boys Snow Liniment ad notice

Advertisement for Ballard's Snow Liniment presented as a boys and injuries reminder. Encourages treating scratches sprains bruises burns and scalds with prompt application. Mentions prices 25c 50c and 1.00 and retailers B A Doty & Co.

Ballard Doty & Co

Taft and Teddy Named the Gold-Dust Twins

Taft and Teddy earn the nickname Gold-Dust Twins for their savvy advertising flair and the strong market presence they have built in their venture. Their branding and promotional tactics attract attention from clients and competitors alike.

Taft Teddy

The Most Common Cause of Suffering Rheumatism

Rheumatism causes pain and suffering and is the most common illness. Chamberlain's Pain Balm offers relief that can help sufferers rest and sleep. Temporary relief may become permanent for some, though a permanent cure is unlikely in chronic cases. 25 and 50 cent sizes available.

Chamberlain

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