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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1902
Page
4
Moore's Pilules claim a universal cure for malaria ague fevers bilious illnesses and ennui with no arsenic acid or iron and no stomach or teeth damage. Sold for 50 cents per box by C C Moore Co in St. Louis or Gra Drug Co.
An old ad promises a single day cure for colds using Romo Quinine laxative tablets. It notes refunds if not effective and claims E. W. Ee’s signature on each box, with price listed in cents.
A historical advertisement touts Hunt's Cure for Itch Tetter and Itching Piles with a no cure no pay claim. The copy emphasizes reliability and complete treatment for skin irritations.
An advertisement parodies a patent medicine claim praising Hunt’s Lightning Oil as a universal cure for all ills except broken hearts and brain softening. The copy lists prices of 25 and 50 cents, reflecting an old era sales tone and pricing.
Wry commentary on a leader’s seductive yet suspicious tactics as campaigns end. The speaker notes a pervasive perception of favoritism, followed by doubt only after voting, when the promised grip loosens and the dodge emerges. Strong, era-appropriate phrasing hints at public skepticism.
Not Doomed For Life. I was treated for three years by good doctors. for Piles and Fistula, but Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured me in two weeks. Cures Burns, Bruises, Corns, Sores, Salt Rheum, and more at Edgar Mathews & Co.'s drug store.
A combined reflection from Philadelphia Ledger and Houston Post argues that life expectancy has risen due to medical and sanitary advances while noting ancestors enjoyed leisure, romance, and fewer modern problems. The piece contrasts century shifts in lifestyle, industry, and social concerns.
An 19th century style advertisement touts Hunt's Lightning Oil for pains catarrh neuralgia rheumatism cuts burns colic and diarrhea with promised satisfaction or money back. Prices listed as 25 and 50 cents.
The withdrawal of speaker Henderson from the race for congress is hailed as extraordinary. He cites Republican constituents favoring tariff removal on trust made products, opposing protective policy. The piece argues growing Republican revolt against class legislation and predicts a pivotal era as party unity cracks and democratic doctrine of free trade gains ground.
A pilgrim brother approaches and grips your hand with a strange ritual. He tightens each finger then twists the wrist, testing strength. The description ends by labeling the gesture as a candidated greeting from a wary fellow traveler.
America’s famous beauties avoid eruptions blotches and pimples by using Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. It soothes and clears blemishes, heals sore lips cracked hands and chilblains. Also claimed to cure piles. Available at Edgar Mathews & Co’s drug store for 250.
A long-winded masculine and feminine counsel warns men to balance politics and religion in a courtship, watch rivals, avoid flattery, and steer clear of false comforts. It cautions against lying about finances, oversoftness, and lavish promises, noting a wife's sharp memory when domestic life begins.
Washington card holders marvel at four White House receptions where invitations are engraved with blank spaces for names. Two penmen fill names while two address envelopes, producing handwriting so fine that guests wonder if names are engraved or written.
Oliver Herford joked about not using shirt studs and instead buying brass paper fasteners to decorate his shirt front. He explained he would remove none, leaving the laundryman to attend to any changes, and then demonstrated by pulling a button to reveal a paper fastener.
The rector of Corby in Lincolnshire sat in the stocks as part of an ancient toll evasion custom not for offense. He was joined by the parish churchwarden and council chairman, and later J. B. Stone MP for East Birmingham and National Records Association president also took part.
Emile ta Creix challenged bread as the staff of life, calling it the elf lb of death due to calcareous matter that clogs arteries. He urged nuts and fruits as healthier pre meal options discussed before the Vegetarian Society in New York, noting morning stiffness stems from slow nighttime pulse and calcareous buildup.
A Wichita Times piece notes Gov-to-be Lanham favors irrigation reservoirs to store flood waters for West Texas farms. It urges state action to fund irrigation projects, boosting land values and school funds, and calls for public agitation as the Texas treasury could support such programs. The column mentions Ballard’s cough remedy ad.
Greenville Herald quotes support for a constitutional poll tax amendment aimed at increasing the public school fund. The article argues the tax would curb illegal voting by Mexicans on the border and Negroes in the black belt who allegedly vote illegally, urging good men to back the measure.
The Rev A J Budlong of Ash Coy IL says Electric Bitters cured jaundice and liver trouble after years of suffering. The tonic is praised for liver kidney and stomach relief, priced 50 cents with a satisfaction guarantee by Edgar Matthews Co. Also railroads plan colonist travel with home seekers days and reduced emigrant rates to attract settlers, a business move to develop Texas resources.
An advertisement touts Bromo Quinine Tablets as a remedy that cures cold in one day. The claim highlights a fast relief product marketed as a standard medicine.
Stockholders of Weatherford Mineral Wells and Northwestern Railway Co are called to a special meeting in Parker Co to authorize issuing up to one million dollars in first mortgage bonds. The plan allocates 500000 to refinance existing debt and 500000 to fund construction and improvements. Directors’ names and officers listed for notice.
Notice is given of a stockholders meeting of the Weatherford Mineral Wells and Northwestern Railway Company in Weatherford Texas on October 16. Purpose to reduce capital stock from 500000 to 109000 and authorize cancellation of stock to be returned to the Railroad Commission of Texas by order of the board of directors. L M Fouts, President.
Reported by R M Summers Commissioner Proc No 4 at about 15 miles from Graham for a white cow aged 7 to 8 with black specks near tail and pete ig brand. Also reported by W P Stinson Commissioner Pre No 2 at about 10 miles west of Graham for a white marked day mare about 14 hands unbranded and another day mare 14 hands 10 or 12 years old branded P on left hip. Descriptions dated August 10 and September 17 1902.
An old newspaper ad touts The Dallas Semi-Weekly News and The Leader as essential reads. It claims the papers offer truth in reporting, statewide coverage, and reliable editing, with a one year subscription offer of 1.75 dollars cash in advance.
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