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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1906
Page
2
The Leader lists subscription rates for single copies and longer terms while noting post office mailing details. Editors Frank H. Bowron and P. A. Martin are credited.
A list of candidates for various county and district offices including Senator Hon. D. E. Decker and Hon. Jno. W. Veale, District Judge A. H. Carrigan, District Attorney P. A. Martin, County Judge J. E. Simpson, County Clerk E. B. Norman and D. D. Casenbary, County Treasurer F. M. Burkett, Sheriff Tax Collector M. A. Wallace, Tax Assessor R. L. Tankersley, Public Weigher candidates S Cross and Lane and G H Charlan Bunger, and Precinct No. 1 J. W. Horner.
Ex chief engineer Wallace argues government control delays the canal and private contract could finish faster. He notes government bookkeeping and auditing differ from private practice and doubts progress under Panaman Canal Commission. Public fatigue grows as six years pass with little actual digging and calls rise to turn the job to a capable contractor.
An old advertisement promotes cures for tetter itch dew poison pins ring worn skin eruptions sore sweatty swollen blistered feet and other conditions sold and guaranteed by B S Doty & Co of Graham Texas.
Letter from Farmers Journal recounts a west Texas farmer declaring he will plant every acre in cotton, pulling children from school, relying on Black migrant labor, and ignoring diversify efforts and other crops to net money. The piece notes widespread fear of new African American labor in the country.
Albany News quotes a humorous plea from Richard about his family’s hard times and hunger. It notes the home’s disarray a worn sewing machine and outdated meals while guessing at a neighbor’s shared hardship in Graham. The editor jokes about his wife’s skating craze and weight.
Mrs Sue Martin a respected Fal lsonia Mississippi resident suffered stomach trouble for over six months. Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets cured her she can now eat anything and is proud to find such a good medicine for sale by all druggists.
Jacksboro Gazette argues Fort Worth should host the Texas Democratic State convention due to rapid northwest population growth and regional development. The piece contends Fort Worth is now central to the state and deserving consideration for future events.
A lender advertises available funds for land payoff or for buying vendor lien notes. The notice invites individuals to meet the lender to obtain money for land payoff or note purchases.
Health claims praise Dr. King's New Life Pills for reducing appendicitis deaths and freeing readers from constipation. The advertisement asserts the pills bring strength and vigor, promising quick relief and painless release, guaranteed by B. L. Doty & Co. Druggist, price 25 cents.
A town editor explains news ethics on courthouse steps. A local man named John Smith arrives sober, with caution about publishing details to avoid disrespect or harm to his character. The exchange hints at newspaper discretion and potential trouble from publishing.
J N Johnson of Arlington Texas seeks listings of small farms near Graham and Bryson for prospecting. No inflated values requested. provide factual, current acreage and basic details where available.
State Normal Board with best families $2.50 per week, tuition $5.00 for term. Those who wish to extend their certificates without examination, can do so by attending a State Normal. You can get work leading to First, Second, Third Grade or Permanent Certificates. For further information write to C. M. Caldwell, Breckinridge, Texas, or Miss Nora Beaty, Lusk, Texas.
An old styled advertisement claims Hunt's Lightning Oil cures burns bruises and aching joints by rubbing on the skin. It promises rapid relief by drawing out pains and poisons and healing the lave.
Registered Polled Durham bulls offered by Geo W Hunt in Drummond Texas at reasonable prices. Seller also expresses intent to buy hens at the highest market price.
Full Blood and High Grad Short Horn bull calves offered for sale with reasonable prices. Call or address D H French in Graham Texas for details.
Loan offer for 1 million with long term low rate. Will extend vendors lien notes or supply 1 to 2 of the purchase price on improved farms. Call for terms. R F Arnold Atty.
The Plain Texan argues Texans oppose protecting rich packers from Texas law. It says Texans demand law enforcement against all criminals whether small or large scale. It contends beef packers and their allies cannot exist in Texas without obeying state statutes.
A traveling salesman claims years of painful sweaty blistered feet are cured by Hooper's Tetter Cure. He asserts the remedy is guaranteed by B. S. Doty & Co. and spreads the testimonial in various places.
Last Friday in Fort Worth Civil Appeals Court attorneys R E Taylor and H A Allen faced contempt allegations for insulting language in a motion for rehearing. Allen was found not guilty. Taylor was fined fifty dollars and the motion was stricken. The article notes the danger of voicing such opinions in writing and praises the light fine.
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