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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1913
Page
2
The Graham Leader notes weekly publication on Thursdays with rates for one copy, one year and six months. Editor Frank H. Bowron leads the paper, filed as second class mail at Graham, Texas.
Archer County voters prepare for a prohibition decision next Tuesday as both sides organize and mobilize. The article notes active campaigning and organizational efforts on the issue. Galveston sets cotton shipping record closing 1912 13 fiscal year with 4 035 114 bales shipped and 213 673 bales received to Saturday night, 706 bales short of August record.
Jacksboro marked a large Mon day with free picture shows for out of town visitors, foot races with prizes, a balloon ascent, and free auctioneer services for disposing of property. Merchants view the event as profitable and a business builder. The October Allison Liquor Law will curb shipping intoxicants from other states into dry territory, touted as the state's strictest liquor statute.
The piece argues that drought affects many regions including Young County and parts of Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. It urges readers to endure, resist blaming their location, and recognize rain patterns vary. trust that divine providence governs weather and better days may come. The tone counsels staying put, accepting current hardships, and avoiding relocation based on drought fears.
Headquarters in Mexico says most opponents of Hureta are educated young men many trained in American colleges. Felix Diaz, nephew of the former dictator, announces he may run for president next month. Dr. R C Buckner of Buckner Orphans Home returns from inspection of missionary conditions in China and Japan and says he enjoyed the trip.
District Judge Marvin Brown of Tarrant county ruled after examining evidence that the grand jury had no grounds for the charge accusing it of returning true bills against innocent parties in the First Baptist church burning. The matter was raised in Judge Buck's court during habeas corpus proceedings for the defendant named with the arson bill.
A Honey Grove Signal critique notes a Dallas Mexican jailed for carrying a pistol and fined 100 with road work for one year, while a white man with two pistols who killed another man is released. The piece condemns justice inequality and demands lawful punishment for all.
Jacksboro Schools will open Monday September 15 with all pupils urged to attend. The issue covers Woodson Court in Graham, trips by local residents, and high cotton prices with top buyers paying well. Tax rates for 1913 are posted, Archer County gin activity, and Wichita Falls factory expansion with Ball Brothers hiring plans.
An old advertisement promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a tasteless quinine and iron tonic. It claims to strengthen the system against heat, malaria, chills, fever, weakness, debility, loss of appetite, and nervous mood. Also advised for nursing mothers and pale children, with liver stimulation and blood purification. Price listed as 50 cents.
Olney residents Frank and Mrs Schuster return from Graham relatives. J F Bolding and Harvey visit Rocky Oklahoma. Mrs M L Brown travels to Graham for granddaughter Salile Chism s wedding. Judge Prescott announces Cottle County bid for Congress. Numerous locals visit Graham including Jim Reynolds and Prof Thomas. Bank charter for Newcastle granted. cotton crop outlook tempered by drought. farmers hopeful for fair prices per pound.
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