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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1909
Page
2
The Leader announces mail service details and renewal policy. Analysts remind readers to check their label date and renew if arrears approach one year. The note is signed by editor Frank H. Bowron and explains post office mailing terms for second-class status.
Graham reports more than $25,000 in building contracts currently under way. Investors and builders highlight firm deals, steady activity, and potential for local growth. Officials caution results depend on permits and inspections, but momentum appears strong.
Graham sees strong growth as local lumbermen report large daily bills sold to residents. A townwide drive and calls to inspect show the extent of the surge in lumber purchases and economic activity.
A short promotional note urges buyers to purchase a quality lot in Graham at low cost while available and plan to build a home later near colleges, promising lasting satisfaction and no regrets in years ahead.
The Rule Review editor forbids publishing obituaries for individuals who did not subscribe to the paper. He stated that those who do not take their home paper are dead already and their passing has no news value.
Over fifty lots changed hands in ten days as Graham experiences rapid growth. The town claims no other in the state shows greater progress with fine residences rising and brick heirs to be built this fall and winter. Officials stress the boom stems from nearby development, not a swindle, and that Graham property remains a safe investment.
Graham offers $50000 Oil Mill $40000 Flouring Mill $15000 Ice Plant plus a fine Steam Laundry and two top West Texas school buildings. A city water system and strong enterprises draw investors, with affordable property and steady growth for rich andpoor alike.
A tribute to John Johnson emphasizes honesty faithfulness and duty in public service. It argues that public trust requires steadfast character over partisan gain and urges high standards, accountability, and consistency in both private and public life as a guide for future American officials.
The ad claims melancholy stems from an inactive liver and promotes Ballard's Herbine as the perfect liver regulator. It suggests a bottle will cure bilious headaches, constipation, chills, fever, and summer complaints. Sold by All Druggists.
The passage describes a future wedding with a bride in a traveling dress and a groom in a dark suit holding a small rose. His curly hair and refined odor mark the ceremony as a stylish event while onlookers praise the couple’s accomplishments and grace. A crowd of pretty men sees him off at the depot.
C R Kluger of 1060 Virginia Ave Indianapolis reports severe kidney trouble. After using Foley's Kidney Remedy for a short time his backache and irregularities disappeared and his complexion improved enabling him to return to daily work. Sold by B S Doty Co.
A local reflection notes that those who will succeed in Graham possess ambition while critics lack direction. The piece mentions some aging grumblers who are soon to relocate or conform with the town’s evolving stance.
The advertisement touts wholesome green leaves and mountain shrub as curative for coughs. It claims no opium or chloroform, promising safe use for mothers with young babies and soothing irritation while healing membranes. Sold by B S Doty & Co.
Citizens urge unity to boost Graham’s boom period and support development. They advocate using effort and initiative to advance progress rather than lament past conditions, inviting participation in local improvement efforts.
A cold remedy marketed for all ages, Preventics claims to head off colds when taken at the sneeze stage. Sold in a box of 48 for about 25 cents, distributed by B G Doty & Co.
A humorous editorial noting that without women men would lack purpose, support, and companionship. It imagines life without female influence, including less care, affection, and moral motivation, urging men to cherish the women they love.
A flannel bound with Chamberlain's Liniment on the back side or chest provides prompt relief for lame back pain and rheumatic aches. The liniment soothes inflammation and is sold by Sloan Drug Co.
The speaker argues that homes should be objects of desire for boys to deter them from seeking amusements elsewhere. Every farm home should be a heaven on earth for its inhabitants, and the same should apply to all houses in the land. By understanding each child's nature, parents can craft home charm to keep them within the family circle.
The advert promotes Dr Shoop Health Coffee a substitute free of real coffee made from toasted grains. It claims a genuine coffee taste and quick preparation in only a minute, offered by B S Doty & Co with grocers widely aware of the product.
The Teachers' Institute for Young county will open in the new Graham school building on Friday December 17 1959 and close the following Wednesday. Sessions start at 9 a m. A committee including Superintendent Edgar McLendon of Graham Superintendent Ernest Keeling of New Castle Superintendent C W Rasure of Loving Superintendent Hearn of Olney and Principal Hendrix Rider of Graham is appointed to prepare the program. The committee should meet at the County Superintendent's office on Saturday October 9 1909. R LINDSEY Co Supt.
An advertisement promises Foley's Honey and Tar will cure a cough or cold and prevent pneumonia and consumption, with a money back guarantee if it fails. It asserts no opiates, notes a genuine yellow package, and credits Graham Drug Co, SEFUSE subsTiTeTER.
A reflective piece urges lavish kindness at home guiding readers to greet the husband and sons with warmth on rainy nights. An embedded ad note promotes Dr Shoop s Pink Pain Tablets with a 25 cent box promising swift head and body pain relief via doctors and druggists.
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