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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1902
Page
1
Begins Sept 29, 1902 and runs eight scholastic months. Thorough instruction in 10 grades. Board eight dollars monthly. Tuition from 1.50 to 3.00 per grade. Three teachers. For catalogue or further particulars contact J. M. Wright, Principal, Eliasville Texas.
The Hotel McCuistion in Olney Texas is ready to serve travelers at reasonable rates with feed stable and teams for those who need them. Death Valley in California is gaining attention as a likely site for rich mineral discoveries including gold silver borax and possibly niter prompting a predicted rush akin to the Klondike and bolstering the borax trust plans to develop the region.
An old advertisement touts Cheatham's Laxative Tablets as a remedy that cures a cold at once. It urges carrying them in a vest pocket, claims constant readiness, guarantees results, and sets a price of 25 cents.
The text promotes The Farmers Leader a Texan focused Farmers Department written by local growers and Texas experiences. It urges readers to subscribe for one dollar seventy five cents cash in advance to receive The Leader and the Semi Weekly News for twelve months. It notes the value of practical farming knowledge over distant professors and promises helpful reading and improved farming results.
The Northwest Texas Conference ministers meet in Temple to review the past year and plan the next. Preachers face annual reassignment with no control over home, post, or circuit, marching in as soldiers awaiting orders. The piece honors their brave, devout service in these yearly moves.
The undersigned offers a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to anyone seeking a remedy for stomach disorders biliousness or constipation. Describes the product as new and good and recommends Graham Drug Co as the source.
The State of New York has engaged in sait production since September 12, 1788, but now faces a shift toward coal mining as its business focus. The change hints at diversifying state industry and exploring new resource prospects.
A long sought visit drew crowds from across the county to Graham as delays postponed the show. By 2 pm the tents rose and a parade began with side shows and a large tent act. The big show was criticized as mostly fake, with Oriental dances drawing mixed crowds. Evening performances ran 7 to 10 before the show departed for Jacksboro with over a thousand dollars in Young County cash.
The Rounder recounts a seasoned traveler’s mixed night at a fair in which tickets cost more than expected, side shows tempted, and old memories flared. He jokes about being taken in like a lamb, paying extra for crowds, and facing familiar faces in the red tent while vowing to keep chasing shows.
A Graham Leader editor mourns his slain dog and condemns the killer in harsh terms, quoted as praising the dog’s pure blood and raised betterness while suggesting the murderer should face severe punishment. The piece notes the journalist’s later restraint and hints at broader outcry beyond the public record.
The excerpt urges readers to share marriages, deaths, births, divorces and other small items with the country editor to keep the paper lively. It notes the paper relies on friends to provide neighborhood news and says readers should write regularly to supply information.
Revenue agent Cunningham issues circulars to county attorneys sheriffs and tax collectors claiming all druggists selling bitters or medicines with intoxicants owe occupation taxes as retail liquor dealers. He calls patent medicines intoxicants and urges prosecutions while pursuing Ringling Bros. show for higher dues, provoking friction with officials who view his advisories as overbearing.
A Commoner letter argues that Denmark will not sell sovereignty over a people and hopes the United States will address the moral aspect of such actions. The piece frames sovereignty as a moral issue and calls for American moral leadership.
Public notice details Texas Live Stock Sanitary Commission regulations for November through December 1902. It outlines when cattle may cross the quarantine line if examined and certified healthy, and notes that inspector locations and lists are forthcoming from M. M. Hawkins in Quanah. Also includes a brief local anecdote about a Mississippi youth and a health ad urging eye care.
An advertisement asserts King’s New Discovery guarantees cure for coughs colds grip influenza asthma bronchitis whooping cough pneumonia and throat and lung ailments with trial bottles free and sizes 50 cents and 1.00 offered. The copy uses bold claims and pricing to attract buyers.
Secretary Root has taken steps to review and revise General Miles’ annual report, removing or redacting disputed sections and orders further authentication before submission to Congress. The move signals a tightened oversight approach and potential public clarifications on troop movements and expenditures.
Advertisement advises success in business linked to liver health using Simmons Liver Purifier. Claims include correcting constipation indigestion biliousness stopping headaches and improving heart condition so you can smile at your neighbor. It presents a tin box product and persuasive benefits.
A playful note jokes about the King of Siam reportedly having 132 wives and suggests inviting him for a visit. The line blends humor with a historical reference in a light, satirical tone.
Alfred Bee of Welfare Texas describes biliousness and a lame back that left him unable to eat or sleep. After using Electric Bitters he reports renewed strength, better sleep, and restored energy, praising the product as giving vigor to weak, rundown people. Available for 50 cents at Edgar Matthews & Co. drug store.
Mr and Mrs W D Bradfield reopen the Elliston Hotel in Jacksboro Texas promising first class service. Rates are 1.00 per day with weekly board terms available at the hotel office.
An old advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a simple iron and quinine remedy for malaria with no cure, no pay. It sells for 50 cents.
Advertising blurb promising quick cough and cold relief with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. States No Care No Pay and a price of 25 cents.
An active principle from Black Root livers pills act on the liver like calomel with no griping or stomach upset. They claim to cure chronic constipation. Price 25 cents.
A short quotation urges boys to cultivate curiosity about the world. It emphasizes noticing everyday phenomena, learning how things work, and talking with knowledgeable people. Developing a habit of study is portrayed as the path to knowledge and becoming a desirable companion.
In Atchison daily paper a seasonally urged home remedy for croup. It favors Chamberlain's Cough Remedy over hive syrup and similar potions, claiming quick phlegm expulsion, quicker relief, and pleasant taste. Sold by Graham Drug Co.
East bound timetable lists departures from Bridgeport and arrivals at Jacksboro Hess Bryson Dakin Graham with specified times from 10 05 a m to 1 20 p m and return from Graham to Bridgeport ending at 5 50 p m effective October 15 1902 signed M E Seprer.
The Fifth Sunday Meeting of Macedonia Baptist Association will convene at Farmer Church on Friday November 27 1902 at 10 am. Program includes sermons by G W Black and R Lindsey, quizzes on missions and spiritual decline, studies on consecration and family prayer, and discussions on Bible study and tobacco. Evening events feature Buckner Orphan Home fundraiser and a Sunday School mass meeting led by J T Herring. J H Clouse is chairman of the committee.
Directory lists services for Granam Church: Bartist Cuvaen and Curtis Cavacn with 11 a.m. and 7:36 p.m. services, Sunday School times, prayer meetings, and B Y P U. Epwis D. Hamygs, Mernopnt Cuurea, and Prespirrexia y CaruaCa also shown with service details and weekly meetings. Westminister League led by J H Gaesx.
Mrs George T Benson of Kellar Virginia recalls her child’s burn after stepping back onto a hot stove during a Saturday night bath. She applied Chamberlain Pain Balm, and within thirty minutes the child was quiet and asleep, fully recovered in two weeks. The ad notes Pain Balm’s antiseptic properties for burns and injuries and lists Gryham Drug Co as a seller.
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