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Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1932
Page
1
The first bale of cotton for Carrollton was ginned Friday morning, August 2, at North Texas rig, weighed 471 pounds. C K Chaney on the Tom Marsh place south of Old Midway raised the cotton and delivered it to town. The bale yielded thirty dollars and twenty-five cents at gin.
The first bale for the Addison district was ginned Tuesday morning at the Farm Co. Charles Cook brought in the bale weighing 635 pounds and priced at 7 cents per pound. Addison residents awarded a premium of 5.60 dollars.
A speech excerpt reveals unwritten history about the Tax Collector race. The incumbent backs Grady Hight, while Fred Gallam is criticized by Fred Cullum and his spokesmen. The fragment hints at political maneuvering shaping public perception and party lines.
The text recounts political maneuvering around a 1926 election for Tax Collector involving Fred Cullum John H Custom Grady Hightand and Heney Shapbach. It notes Fred Cullum’s backing by John H Custom and the impact on his future prospects, plus implications of endorsements and favors within the office.
In Wise county supporters urge re election for C V Terrell after a July primary showing he won Dallas 17898 to 7829 while overall votes favored him by a wide margin. Campaign claims include railroad commission savings and a half time job plan aiding students.
District Mix Aionary meeting at the Methodist church on Tuesday August 1980 starts at ten o’clock. Purpose to discuss the book Living Joshua in Chips by Aynry J. Hong Ain. Speakers include Mrs. Ferguson from Lancaster and Mrs. Vic Walker of Ballas.
Mr and Mrs Jim Johnston and family moved on Wednesday from the Rex Good’s house on the hill to the Tanner house west of the Chronicle Office. The note requests readers to drop by Goersuon or rowly for a shave and stylish hair.
The O K 8 Clube OFS Club met Friday August 1 in 19 with Mrs Womach hosting at her home on North Weath Highway. A large turnout discussed business and some sewing for the chapter hall. Several guests arrived from Denton and beyond as a bridge party and other gatherings occurred nearby. The next meeting is planned with Mrs Dowell on the third Friday in September.
Governor Sterling drew several hundred supporters in Cerrollton on Friday afternoon despite a short notice campaign. He impressed many veterans who pledged support on the spot, though some had backed his opponent previously. The visit boosted local sentiment as Mrs J W Skelton and other relatives expressed heartfelt thanks for kindness shown during their recent sorrow, with floral offerings and spiritual comfort from town ministers.
The Carrollton Chronicle reports a proposed movement to build a courthouse at no tax cost. Backers cite Gray Lumber Co credits of 609 dollars in lumber and 150 dollar yearly rent for a city hall, arguing four years of payments would cover the cost and transfer ownership of the hall.
John C Harris fjr as county judge candidate claims levee district promoters marshal opposition. He defends his record as Dallas commissioner citing savings on storm sewer plans and water mains while opposing consolidation promises. He thanks supporters in Dallas County.
Mr and Mrs Carroll Rathers completed a fine new house on their property directly south of the road from Addison School. They have built a handsome fence and plan to move in next week after finishing touches.
John Wiley Skelton died August 22 at 4.30 am after a rapid illness. Born December 14 1872 in Collin County Texas he was 59 years old. Survived by wife two sons John Doty and Harry Skelton, and several siblings. Funeral held at the Methodist Church with interment at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
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