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Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1938
Page
8
Sirs. MG Kirkham visited a Plano Tuesday with relatives. Mrs. Noble Whitlock of Dallas reported to be ill with influenza. Easter holiday dates noted as yesterday and Thursday with schools not reopening Tuesday morning next. Various local social mentions include visitors from Dallas and event invitations at Stout Rink.
Local Carrollton notices include McCormick Pharmacy fly spray priced at 1.60 per gallon Pine No.3 and social mentions of Allen Fouts visiting with local families, Roy Pierce entertaining with a weekend party including Frances and Margaret Gilum and Pearl Marsh of Dallas. Births are listed at St Paul Hospital with names Noble and others, plus assorted local visits and a butcher request for Ten-chnBee guidance.
A fragment from a commemorative piece reflects on Thomas Jefferson as author of the Declaration and defender of a government by the people. It cites Jefferson’s belief in balanced powers, vigilance of citizens, and skepticism of concentrated authority. The text notes a memorial service at the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Crippled Children in Dallas with Keith Morgan of New York as principal speaker.
Mrs. W Clem and Mrs. E Hardenade visited Dallas Wednesday with Mrs. E L Longmire and Mrs. Vernon Havery. The piece hints at upcoming cold spell before Sunday per local weather prognostications.
Fragments describe service inquiries in Carrallton and Addison areas with scattered phone numbers and vague names. The text mentions Permere Tranch Hebron and Dallas Por references amid incomplete details.
Aust Texas April 9 Enrollment at the University of Texas has surpassed 10,000 with more growth expected in fall. President J W Calhoun warns current staff and facilities cannot adequately serve classes with many sections exceeding 40 students and some over 100. He notes overcrowding burdens students and may force night classes, extra labs, and reduced instruction quality. Officials seek relief funding but legislature budgets limit options, contrasting Texas with states paying higher per student.
The president addressed the public last night presenting a relief program in a highly dramatic fashion. Ay tunaway horke is making news today with his appearance on a busy Killy street in New York City.
The public calls for a swift, impartial TVA investigation amid charges of waste, inefficiency, and secretive operations. Observers warn the board is split by personal differences as Congress reviews whether the agency is corrupt or well managed. Jews Tonight Friday Masquerade Party at Stout's Skating Rinks host dressed couple.
The Carrollton Chronicle reports on community life including visits by Mrs. GE Jackson and Mrs. Wilsen with Andrew Jackson, and Mr. and Mrs. Leland Perry hosting relatives from Dallas. Carl Montgomery's romance interest draws curiosity at the Senior Chirst Play as Rev Oliver leads revival at the Methodist church with Roy Gravley singing. Judge W. L. Thurston of the 44th District Court announces candidacy for a real term as judge, seeking voter support for a new term.
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