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Carrollton Chronicle

Location

Carrollton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1949

Page

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Brownie Troop 260 fundraiser and meeting notes

Brownie Troop 260 plans to sand 400 from funds to Bae March of Danes Foundation for crippled children. The group lists events including a festival at Pair Park and a meeting at the church and school. They prepared treats and craft baskets and will deliver items to 1021 children in Sompltad, led by Loma Bue Burdette.

Brownie Sand Bae March ‘of Danes Foundation For Crippled Children Pair Park ‘Dallag Ida Mary Elizabeth Grimes RL Cait Mondey Sinock

Local Banker Named Chairman for PTA Board

The Carroll County Parent-Teacher Association announces the appointment of a local banker as chairman. The group plans a meeting on April 19 at 2 30 pm in the High School Auditorium to elect officers and discuss the year's agenda.

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Gene Biggerstaff New Manager of Lyon Gray Here

Punrise Services set for Sunday at First Christian Church beginning 7 am with Carrollton churches represented. The Rev B Martin of College Ave Baptist Church to speak. An invitational program features a mixed choir from local churches. Gene Biggerstaff arrives from Set Mai Texas with wife recently joining duties. Rome Demonstration noted as part of new duties formed last Saturday.

First Christian Carrollton B Martin College Ave Laptin Churchill Neal Gene Biggerstaff Lyon Gray Mai Texas Bia Wite Mats Demme Terranes Rome Thera

Open letter to Carrollton residents from the firemen

An open letter from the Carrollton area fire department appeals for voluntary support without imposing taxes. It details prior volunteer service, a shift in attitude due to recent events, and invites gifts of appreciation or labor to aid the fire department. Signed by El Rosaell, Chief, and H D Myerh, Treasurer.

Carrollton Fire Department Lamar EL Rosaell Myehb Treas

Garden Club Cooking School Under Way Next Week

The report notes events around a local garden club cooking school starting soon. A goat formerly owned by the Carrollton Lions Club was found on the Homer and Cayton residence lawn and later disappeared. Rumors mention a $90 reward to recover the goat as the group hosts packed sessions demonstrating cooking skills.

Carrollton Lions Club Kelley Homer & Cayton Sandge

Mayor Connell Reports City Progress Since 1946 Expansion

Mayor J Davis and later Jack Blanton and R O Connell oversaw a city expansion starting in 1946. Investments included water mains, sewer lines, street work, and new equipment totaling about 80,081.70. The fire department expanded to 30 members with new gear. population around 1940s estimates and tax assessments noted.

Ro, Connell Carrailton Tabor Cmy Council J. ©. Davis Jack Blanton R. O. Connell Wos Ustate Tully Mose Nomles Cata Hate Coats Jana BATRA Trinity Sand Tees Alants Ubver Improvementa Renetae Tanes

New Building Progress Report by Commander and Legion Members

Workmen pace the roof and siding as a new building nears completion. The drive for extra funds is managed by Joe Stout, with support from district Legion officials.

Biale Legion Joe Stout Oes! Lefon Be

Local Chamber of Commerce Holds Special Meeting

The Cerrailion Chamber of Commerce held a special meeting with directors and officers in attendance. Attendees included HM Fompey Unit Bear Young Squibb AL Ray Graviey and Htndik as part of the committee and discussion focused on organizational matters.

Local Chamber OF Commerce Cerrailion Chamber of Commerce Hed ‘Auerge Fompey Unit Bear “Young, W. &, Squibb AL Ray Graviey

Community Dog Vaccination Drive Planned Saturday

Dr. L. Casey, veterinarian, will be on duty from morning until 5 20 at his office in the Homer Clayton building for a second dog vaccination drive. He urged farmers in outlying areas to ensure dogs are vaccinated if they had not already done so.

Emer Monney L. ¥. Casey Homer Clayton Casey

Local merchants to display Yoeit merchandise for three day event

School events announce sales by boothe merchants displaying Yoeit merchandise during three days. The school will hold activities at 2 p.m. on Thursday April 1 and Friday April 2, and at 7 30 p.m. on Saturday April 2. An added attraction features local electric appliances.

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