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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1909
Page
2
The Leader announces subscription rates and yearlong terms with one copy and six month options. It notes post office mailing in Graham South Carolina and warns against credit beyond one year, urging readers to check their label and renew if arrears approach. Editorial credit goes to Frank H. Bowron.
A travel recount mentions a bright young woman from Kentucky in a depot waiting room. Her slang shocks listeners, revealing limited civility. observers note slang as a feminine trait that erodes respect, sweetness, and opportunities for friendship as she ages.
Advert depicts Dr Shoop’s remedy as gentle on babies and adults, using mountain shrub leaves and stems to calm coughing and soothe bronchial membranes. Claims no opium or harsh ingredients and urges demand with Doty & Company as sellers.
The obituary notes E H Harriman died last week and valued his wealth at about 100 million dollars with over 500 million in property and money under his control. It contrasts Roosevelt calling him an undesirable citizen with praise for his financier and railway builder skills and lasting respect.
A warning that happiness requires good health and a healthy liver, noting slow poisoning under poor function. Ballard's Herbine is advertised to purify the liver, steady digestion, and act as a tonic for the entire system. Sold by an apothecary.
The piece notes rival claims by Dr. Cook in 1908 and Commander Peary in 1909 to being first at the North Pole. It jokes that ordinary Americans care little who won and that a quit claim deed would be signed for the pole anyway, while acknowledging one American likely reached it first in Uncle Sam’s name.
Edgar N. Bayliss of Robinsonville Del recounts severe coughing and near consumption two years ago. He credits Foley's Honey and Tar for stopping the cough and restoring health, noting a gain of twenty eight pounds. Sold by Graham Drug Co.
State Superintendent letters explain that the county line school districts are self enacting but require an existing county line at the time of the question order. If the commissioners' court destroyed the line before the election, the amendment cannot revive it or invalidate districts created to include the former territory.
Pinned on weak internal nerves being the root of stomach, heart, and kidney ailments the ad asserts Dr Shoop's Restorative quickly targets these nerves. It claims noticeable progress within 48 hours though not a complete cure, and notes sales by B S Doty & Company.
Card of Thanks from the Priscilla Club expresses earnest gratitude to lodge members and other gentlemen who kindly played baseball games for the court house Park fund. They also thank Mr. Burkett for his untiring energy and assistance in this work.
A Texas-wide appeal urges strict economy as drought and debt loom. It advises conserving subsistence, delaying large purchases, and relying on home farming while recognizing a brighter day ahead. It cites a Texas Court of Appeals ruling upholding school morning exercises invoking God as nonsectarian and beneficial to morality.
A local paper reports that The Leader newspaper will be relocated to the old folks home. Officials say the move honors community service and will provide easier access for residents to read regional news.
The bank's balance sheet lists assets including Loans and Discounts Overdrafts U S Bonds Premiums on U S Bonds Banking house furniture and fixtures and more. Liabilities show capital stock 50000 surplus 19000 undivided profits 6008 national bank notes outstanding 12500 deposits 55721 and other items. Cashier CHAS. GAY attested is May 11 1909 by notary Maye Gilmore.
Mrs Mae Voules will resume operation of her private school the first Monday in October. Patrons are respectfully invited to support the reopening and enroll students.
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