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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1907
Page
2
The excerpts recall the infamous 1816 summer with killed oak leaves and frost every month, while New England crops failed and gardens refused to grow, despite green gum and poplar trees. It notes corn selling for about five dollars a bushel in the fall of that year and cites estate records for context.
An old advertisement urges mothers to treat infant worm infestations with White's Cream Vermifuge. It promises calmer babies, a cleaned system, and peace of mind, noting price 25 cents and sale by B. H. Blakeney.
Mrs. Watson improves after two weeks of illness Carl Rutherford contracts measles heavy rains help corn oats but hinder cotton some replanting needed Young people held singing at Frank Price home Sunday night Sunday school gathering at Former was well attended Mrs Gertman returned from Arlington visit L J Stee and daughters shopped in Graham A J Lowe wells water on farm H M Orr building a well on his farm Claude Rutherford and mother visited Graham J J Dowdy hosted fruit supper and musicale for young folks Monday night. largely attended Pashful Bil
Samson Wind Mills are advertised as durable and efficient, with Graham Hdn. Co. expecting a car of Samson Wind Mills and another of pipe. The mill is claimed to last longer and run in lighter wind with less fuss. Sales noted since January 1st. ALHATS EDW. CO. invites customers to learn more.
The death of Sue Adalyne Jarnigan, two years old, occurred at 7:23 pm on May 24, 1907 at the home of Mr and Mrs Will Jarnigan. Interment was at Finis with large funeral services. The notice, signed T. E. Cannedy, expresses deep parental grief and hopeful religious reflections.
An advertisement touts Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup as superior for colds and coughs. It promises laxative action to soothe irritation, strengthen bronchial tubes, and reduce mucous membrane inflammation with honey and tar, noting children prefer it and it complies with the Pure Food and Drug Law.
A cyclone hit Liano and Mason counties Saturday evening killing three people and injuring many. One baby was blown into a mesquite tree limb and impaled, while Emory reported four deaths and over a dozen injured. A follow up hailstorm killed livestock, poultry, and vegetation. Refuges in storm cellars remained uninjured. Statewide relief efforts begin as residents lose everything.
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The Thrice-a-Week World pledges broader news from around the world and promises full, prompt, accurate reporting. It highlights fair political coverage for Republicans and Democrats and notes ongoing serial fiction by top authors. The annual rate is $1.00, with a joint offer for Graham Leader at $1.65 for one year.
Daily passenger schedule shows departures from Graham Dakin Bryson Jacksboro Bridgeport and arrivals at Ft Worth Dallas and Bryson. Train runs straight Pass Train with no freight and no Sunday service. last line notes a garbled due to Antarenzraham four pes leaves Graham at 7 00 am.
Reported by J W Horner commissioner precinct 1 Young County Texas and left with Kirby Unandler about 12 miles southeast from Granam city. Desert stock listed as one black mare four years old not branded wire cut on shoulder. Owner must prove property plan and remove or will be dealt with as law directs. Hand and seal of office dated May 28 1907 E B Norman Clerk County Court Young Co Texas By L Mil Milton Deputy.
An offer from F. M. Dwicut & Co of Gertrudes Texas invites locals to sell chickens and eggs for cash or trade. Last year payments totaled over 1200 dollars, with emphasis on higher prices this year. The firm promises top rates, available in any quantity, plus cheaper groceries and dry goods to buyers. Prices for poultry and eggs are listed, with notes that prices may stay steady for several days.
The record lists expenditures for Oak Grove Cemetery in 1906 including wages to W. E. Baker 183.25 lumber for steps paid to J. W. Craig 37.50 painting tool house 6.00 mowing by Frank Cole 6.55 and minor items 2.15. It notes 231.10 total with a cemetery fund deposit of 228.95 and appeals for further donations to Graham or Beckham National Banks, signed by Mrs. S. Crawford, president of the Ladies' Cemetery Ass'n.
Fish Creek Sunday schools plan their annual picnic at Price crossing on Fish Creek. Attendees should bring boxes and baskets to share as they enjoy a day of food and fellowship.
Real estate lenders and vendors lien note buyers are invited to contact Geo. H. McLaren of Graham Texas. The writer claims ties with a major Southwest mortgage company and offers personal handling and attention to borrow money or sell vendors lien notes.
If you want to sell your farm or unimproved land call for direct communication with Eastern buyers and land men. List your land with me to reach buyers and dealers early. I can handle Vendors Lien Notes or loans through southwest companies. Gro H McLaren Graham Texas.
The Baptists of Graham announce a protracted meeting under the big tent starting the first Sunday in July. All are cordially invited to attend.
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