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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1912
Page
7
This article introduces a series examining the Texas Penitentiary System. It outlines the scope of topics including laws, prisoner treatment, and management of prisons and prison farms.
Will H. Mayes outlines a threefold state goal: punish, protect society, and reform prisoners. He describes the Prison Commission structure, officer duties, land and farm use, wages policy, and the balance between humane treatment and discipline as Texas reforms its penitentiary system.
Summary of district funds in Young County showing balances from last year state and county apportionment and local taxes. Includes district numbers and numerous place names such as Eliasville Hawkins Chapel Rocky Mound White Rose Indian Mound plus notes and a closing remark about friendliness and city impression.
Ownership and management disclosure for The Graham Leader a weekly paper in Graham Texas. Frank H Bowron of Graham listed as editor managing editor business manager and owner with bondholders mortgagees and security holders holding 1 percent or more. Typing company Mergenthaler Linotype Co New York and mortgage details noted. Sworn before L Casewary County Clerk on 20th day of Syot 1912.
An old advertisement argues pimples and skin blemishes stem from impure blood and claims Dr. King s New Life Pills promote health and beauty. The copy emphasizes facial defects as a sign of poor circulation and urges use of the remedy.
In honor of Miss Rike, Mr and Mrs EB Morrison entertained twenty guests Thursday evening to meet their cousin Miss Robbie Rike of Farmersville. Six rounds of progressive Rock were played with Lewis Ruben Koenig achieving high score and Miss Corinne Galla receiving consolation. Apricot sherbet with grape juice and cake were served by Misses Mayzelle and Lillie Morrison. Miss Rike departed Saturday for Farmersville.
An advertisement offers quick personal loans from 2006 to 10000 dollars. The lender vows in-house inspection, no waiting for external inspectors, and immediate access to funds with no expense.
Miss Ollie Kidwell hosted Les Hiboux Club Thursday afternoon at 3:30. Four bridge games were played with Miss Corinne Galldther taking high honors and receiving first favor, while Mrs. Frank Parrish won second favor. Invited guests included Miss Rike of Farmersville and Vera Norman, with Mrs. Frank Parrish and Mrs. Jim Matthews joining as new members.
An ad touts Ballard's Snow Liniment as a healing antiseptic for flesh wounds burns scalds old sores and rashes. It is sold by all druggists at 25 cents 50 cents and one dollar per bottle.
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