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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1908
Page
1
Despite strong business this Fall, the store adds more stock of dependable merchandise. New goods include dress goods, suitings, waistings, ladies skirts, hats, jackets, belts, collars, ties, and small novelties for Ladies wear. Sixteen salespeople promise prompt service. Prices start at $1.50.
Readable OCR shows a sale of ladies fleece outfits including fleece suits and a calf-length item priced as three for $1.00 and a mid sized fleece outfit example. The fragment notes likely promotional wording for women’s outerwear.
Local retailer Hamilton Brown promotes its footwear range with a brief statement of pride in the shoes offered, asserting quality and value for customers.
The general election in Graham passed off quietly with 356 votes cast. The Democratic candidate would have won the presidency if the choice were by Graham voters, while the Republican tally reached 31. No nominee appeared for county surveyor, and R Hollingsworth received a complimentary vote. O L Campbell led a scattering vote for constable and may qualify.
An advisory promoting Ballard's Horehound Syrup to stop coughing and prevent pneumonia or consumption. The ad warns against ignoring a lingering cough and lists prices 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle sold by B. S. Doty Co.
The article notes season dates for deer and dove hunting and December 1 for turf season, with last Monday marking the opener. It bans trapping or shooting wild birds with ordinary guns, limits hunters to twenty five birds a day, and requires a personal use affidavit. Reports suggest good quail prospects as the region seems well stocked.
A mixed local item notes dangerous neglect of colds leading to lung damage and promotes Ballard's Horehound Syrup from B S Doty Co as a remedy. It also reports Sugar Hollow near Graham securing well sinking gear for an expected oil flow, with a local company ready to exploit coal and oil resources.
Fire destroyed the gin at Drummond owned and operated by Troy Mitchum last night. Several bales of iron were saved by Will Griffin and others. Mitchum faced a heavy loss with no insurance as the gin had just begun operations. The cause of the fire is unknown. M. Jones lost a wagon and pounds of seed cotton. The M E church society met with Mrs. Graham to discuss ways and means for fundraising and welcomed new member Mrs. Mc t. The meeting adjourned after refreshments with plans to meet again November 16th. New members urged to join the M. E. church society.
A gold initial ring was found on the streets recently and may be claimed by the owner after identification when contacting the finder.
Mild burns can be relieved quickly by applying Chamberlain's Salve on a soft cloth. The remedy allegedly reduces pain and promotes healing without a scar in most non severe cases. Sold by All Druggists.
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