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Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1928
Page
4
A scrambled Chronicle account mentions a diner, a lawyer, and a man arrested after a dispute with a lawyer over jail time. The tale features a boastful claim and a miscommunication about a phone call to the lawyer. The exchange ends with the man insisting he is already in jail.
A garbled late 1920s column discusses stock market mood as prosperity debates collide with political figures like Coolidge Mellos Hoover and references to New York exchange activity. It hints at public concern over future growth, housing, and general economic confidence amid weather and cotton crop mentions. The piece weaves personal finances with national economic sentiment and the fate of the stock market.
A fragmented critique argues advertising has invaded churches and patron trust, harming readers. It laments intrusive promotions across media, predicting a decline as patrons protest, and warns of banners near pulpits and public spaces becoming commonplace. The piece questions ethics and urges restraint.
Rev. J W Pranistin urges focus on prayer at Oak Chit River Baptist Church and bars political discourse from the pulpit. He quotes scripture noting the house of prayer and states political opinions belong elsewhere, warning listeners against opposing views intruding on worship.
Fragmentary notes describe rapid weed growth after rain and speculate on pests hitching growth or affecting crops. The text is garbled and exact details or entities are unreadable.
Fragments recall a debate over William White and national campaigns, noting violence and political tensions in the Midwest. The garbled text hints at old era figures like Hoover and Nixon era echoes, asserting attacks on White and questions of propriety.
Church directory listing shows preaching Sunday at 10 4 ws with evening service and singing. Weekly faction Ald Bodlety Ay Wednesday choir practice at 7 pm and central welcum with extended alt 1 1 Wilkin pastor.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a Monday event and practice times. Contains names and disjoint phrases, reflecting fragmented church announcements and scheduling notes without clear context or complete details.
An old church notice outlines a Sunday program at First Baptist Songay Aeboo featuring a 10.5 m service, a senior Sunday observance, and missionary activities. It lists a 1 hour 13 point address, a child care plan, and Wednesday evening meetings with plans for Wednesday worship.
Union Baptist Church outlines Sunday morning programs at 10 a m with superintendent Heske teaching and midweek prayer and service on Wednesdays at 7 00 p m The message lists weekly duties and mentions a missionary society and regular vesper events led by Pastor Lemon amid routine church activities.
Factory wholesale sale offers new uprights and player pianos at factory pricing. Also selling used pianos in good condition with full descriptions and prices. Save 100 to 200 dollars. Manufacture Wholesale Dept Bed 005 Him St Daying Texas.
Odd sale ads and notices mix in Carrollton text. References include W T Vandergriff offering cattle feed and repairs, B I Lewis selling household goods, Vanderwrit’s motor oil claim and a laundry service schedule. Tiny birth notices mention families Dub Ramen and Johnsum with dates and suby boy.
The Chronicle announces candidates for the Democratic primary to be held August eighth for Sheriff Seibouien Mawaat by Jit Hat and for Representative Fifty-first District Place No. 2 HH. Monar. Ballot access subject to party rules and election schedules.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a calf club event with rustic betting and urban contrasts. Phraseology mentions a cow and ale, land, and town health, with urged caution about disease. Notable terms include Calf Club and Livery.
A fragmentary dialogue on punctuality and time value from a 19th or early 20th century text. A man questions why one should care about others while a woman responds about not knowing. The exchange then shifts to a proverb about time worth and financial discipline.
Notice from Dallas County Texas that Kavabs of PT Mextony and others file a final account and apply to the court for settlement and discharge. The judge will hear the matter at the Dallas County Courthouse in Dallas. Witness D C Whiteley, Chief Clerk, on the day of July, A D 32m.
Notice is given to all interested parties in Dallas County Texas that Kenneth Hallard has a will and has applied for probate and a traditional administration. The hearing is set at the district court in Dallas on the next term beginning Monday, and the interested parties must appear to contest the application on the probate docket. Witness is County Clerk D C Whiteley.
Publication notice issued in Dallas County records summons Roy C Alexander to respond to a petition in the District Court of Dallas County. Court actions outline a return date and service details, with involvement of local clerk J. Waite Finks. Also mentions a separate Amatillo incident involving Tom Stuthal and family after a home incident Friday night.
Appointment as temporary administrator for the estate of Heed Bruns in Sheshung County Texas dated July 20 1028.Judge D C Whiteley county clerk issues order to begin proceedings at Ball City with hearing set and house to remain under court control. deputies Shoemaker and others listed.
OCR text shows garbled remarks about county, court, and witnesses amid campaign chatter. It references WITNESS LLC, county clerk, and various names and places, indicating a messy page with political critique and legal notices.
A messy OCR notice from Dallas County declares a citation by publication for a case against Frank M Prgor and others. It references the district court of Dallas County and a July date, with details of service and the court's order for appearance before the judge. It mentions liabilities, properties, and a timber of legal actions including a claim for relief and equitable matters, naming parties, locations in Dallas and Allen counties, and a corporation in the city of Dallas.
An application for the probate of the last will of Martha Coop in Latere Testunwatney is set for the next term. The notice calls for the appearance of heirs and interested parties in the county court at the stated place and date. It requests sale of estate assets and to file any objections before the hearing.
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