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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1914
Page
2
General tonic advert promotes Grove’s Tasteless Tonic with quinine and iron. Claims strong malaria and fever relief, energy boost for nursing mothers and children, biliousness relief, liver stimulation, and blood purification. Ends with price 50 cents and druggist guarantee.
The Leader published every Thursday lists subscription prices for one copy, one year, six months and announces Graham Texas mailing as second class matter. Advertising rates detail locals at ten cents per line per insertion and display rates by column inch with tiered pricing and yearly contract specials.
President Wilson consents to serve as honorary president of a new organization promoting patriotism among Jews named the Jewish Army and Navy League. The League plans branches in all forts, on every navy ship, and within the National Guard.
W. T. Loudermilk of Comanche, former Farmers' Union president, tells Texas farmers to switch to June corn as cotton prospects fade due to late planting and poor ground conditions. He reports similar conditions across the state, expects wheat and barley to fail, oats with smut possible, and notes high peanut demand making seed scarce.
Miss Jane Weller of Mexico and C. Joseffy of New York wed in Muskogee on the 22nd amid war upheaval. Weller’s father supported Huerta and fled, his property ruined, prompting the couple to marry in Oklahoma and begin a bridal tour to Australia. Mrs. Jeffery hopes to return to Mexico when peace returns, though she fears it may be far off.
Detectives say a pair forged Katy Pay checks totaling about 500 dollars were passed at eight stores in Fort Worth last Saturday. A mis-spelled endorsement at Stripling’s aroused suspicion, leading to the capture of two men near Jamieson-Diggs and Weatherford streets. The forgers used exact Katy forms with M. K. & T. watermark, varying only in paper fiber.
James H. Lowery, editor of the Honey Grove Signal and candidate for congressman at large, opened his campaign in Cleburne Friday night. Marshall Smith, Brownwood postmaster for over sixteen years, is succeeded by W. D. McChristy, with Smith having been commissioned by President McKinley on September 1, 1897.
Patrick J Doughtery died after a weeklong illness at St Josephs In firmary Houston Wednesday of last week. He was well known in newspaper circles in Waco Paris and Corpus Christi and once served as reporter and city editor of the Houston Post. In recent two years he worked in private publicity.
The article argues no entry fees exist and only contestants profit. It urges higher livestock production on Texas farms and teaches how to maximize meat yield at minimal cost. It encourages parents to provide calves or pigs and guide children through study and advice to create the best animal per cost.
The Wat erland sailed on its maiden voyage between Lower New York and Hoboken last week. It is crewed by 1234, led by a commodore, four captains and seven officers, with engineers, stokers, cooks, waiters, stewards, physicians and a large auxiliary staff. The ship features eight kitchens and a full social director, reflecting a complete crew.
Many young participants in the live stock contest aim to become meat producers of the next generation. Interested youths help their towns, with entries to the Congress at Dallas extended to June 6 due to heavy rains delaying farm work. The Texas Industrial Congress raises the prize to a $10,000 crop and livestock contest.
The City Council of Graham approves Section 8 of Ordinance No 33 to set impound fees. The City Marshal will collect 1 dollar per horse related animal and 50 cents per cow related animal, plus feeding charges of 25 cents and 10 cents per day respectively. The ordinance was approved May 22, 1914 with mayor 8S Boyd Street and T E Wallace as secretary.
A reflection on how fashion influences school books and teaching in Texas. The author recalls uniform blue spellers, the shift to colored volumes, and the move from slate and pencil to working examples, solving problems, and advanced math. The piece preserves period voice and local tone from the Hustler, Mineral Wells.
Dr. B Brooks, president of Baylor University for twelve years, announces candidacy for United States Senator in 1916. He cites prohibition as a major issue and notes his past role with Dallas Fort Worth peace efforts. A Georgia native, he has lived in Texas about forty five years and founded the state peace movement with the first peace congress at Baylor in 1907.
A long roster of names runs for Representative District 99 and multiple county, district, and precinct posts. The list names candidates for District Judge 30th Judicial, District Attorney, Congressman-at-Large, County Judge, Superintendent, Attorney, Sheriff, County Clerk, Treasurer, Tax Assessor, Tax Collector, District Clerk, and several Commissioner and Justice of the Peace positions, plus Public Weigher posts.
Spken New Upright Piano with factory finish and stool sold at sacrifice on reasonable terms. No shipping required. Write The Leyhe Piano Co Fort Worth Texas for details.
Anticipated sale listing notes a horse named The Ding Heron will stand one mile west of ham estate. Insurance terms set at $10. Pasture for mares offered at $1.00.
Early 20th century advert promises a quick cure for colds with Laxative Bromo Quinine and a money back guarantee. Warranted by a doctor’s signature on each box, the copy targets cough and headache relief with an emphasis on refunds if no relief.
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