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Newspaper

Carrollton Chronicle

Location

Carrollton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1928

Page

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Organize Boy Scout Troop For Carrollton Boys

Carrollton plans a new Boy Scout troop after a MK T Railway worker facilitated the effort. Beoutmasters Frank Putt and Enlys Bishop will lead eight boys forming two patrols at the Methodist basement, with Graviey, Graving, Myers, Sanford in one patrol and Clem, Johnston, Pratter in another. A 31 member troop committee includes McMurray, Martin, Good, Gravies, Novel, Burnett. Also notes Miss Repnetta Ross’s return from Fort Worth after a visit with her husband’s family.

Methodist Church Mombera J. W. Gravieyy Lee Graving Clifton Myers Gy. Ww. Sanford Vy H. McMurray W. L. Martin P.M. Good B. Gravles Tony Novle J. w.Burnett Repnetta Ross Fort Worth Ross

Occupy New Home On North Onion Streets

Mr and Mrs Leoneed Good moved into an elegant new English bungalow on North Onion Streets. Contractor John Callus crafted a six room home with varied color schemes, wrought iron gates between hall and living room, and crystal chandeliers in the dining room. The house enhances Denton Street’s appearance and offers modern conveniences for the Good family.

Ann Onecoliton

McMurray Opens Insurance Office In Millon Building

Frank McMurray purchases the local insurance business from B. W. Broadhurst and equips a new office in the Millon building with modern safety devices and tilework to keep policies current and service up to the minute. District agent I. Ware visits as power and light progress spreads through the county. Community notes report meetings in Vickery and Tangar Conference attendance, Grayson county business, and family visits including Mrs H Reed joining Louis Reed from Kingston after a Sunday trip.

Frank McMurray B. WY. Broadhurst Millon Ofc Lis Aves Viet Sania Mr 1. & Ware Texas Power & Light Company The Chronicle Otion Ik Diariet W. L. Martin Wila Grayson County Louis Reed Kingston

Martins Visit in East Texas Opens Warm Local Welcomes

Mr and Mrs W S Martin visited East Texas towns Roark Tyler and Palanting with Mr abd Mrs Sloan. They enjoyed watermelons cantaloupes fried chicken and old time friends while editor Ho Ward and the local paper praised the visit. The Martins now reside in Carrollton Dallas County where Mr Martin publishes a leading black oriented newspaper.

Mra Martin Ratch Texas Roark Abd W. Sloan Wade Tyler Palanting East Texas Mi Ho Ward Lune W. le Martin Gore Kowstral Yeats Carrollton Dulin County Mr. Martin Texas

Entertains Seniors at Cayolitem High School Party

A senior party at Cayolitem High School featured a surprise breakfast at Hunter Bridge and diverse activities. Attendees included many from Dallas and Carrollton area families, with a large spread and festive music. Community members discussed primary results and local safety concerns about fire hazards and waste disposal.

My. F. McKiney Tha Wogigin Cay Olitem High School Marnivie Hunter Bridge Frodna Hurria Wasela Mae McRete Georgia Mivera Ollivone Patigrinn Christine Mayes Richard von Beha P. Mayes Carrollton Dallas

Revival meetings draw large crowds as unions grow

Gravel business in Carrollton increases with shipments from this station rising to twenty load per day. Union revival services at the Methodist church draw large crowds and spur church growth. Notable speakers include Rev. A. G. Parker and Rev. Ben Hilwards with several local families attending events and contributing music and offerings.

Carrollton Groans Ville Bunt County Kovantys Cbureh Awa Xerimonk Hays Ubins A. G. Parker Oak Ben Hilwarda Dallas A. N. Keuny Munger Place Mrs

Carrollton Independent School District Funds Andrew Janks’s Brick Building

The Carrollton independent school district has granted permission for Andrew Janks to construct an 18 by 20 foot brick building on school grounds. The project includes sewerage connections to the city system, plastering four rooms, and installing a male boiler. Work begins Monday and aims for prompt completion.

School Board Carrollton Independent School District Andrew Janks

Union Baptist BYPU Program Notes and Local Notices

A fragmentary Union Baptist BYPU program lists Gertrude Hofmann and Coster Fandulia Webb among readers, with prayers and scripture readings. The text mentions donors including Groves Barber Shop, town residents, and several families in Denton and Alpha, noting a tax or subscription matter and community events with names, addresses, and partial dates.

Gertrude Hofmann Coster Fandulia Webb Anne Juanita

Cotton Belt Reports Mixed Crop Conditions Across Districts

The Cotton Belt railway report notes scattered showers across northern districts with ample moisture in some areas while other communities face drought stress limiting boll development. Corn and sorghum are being harvested, and late bolls are forming unevenly. Texas counties report variable cornage and cotton yields, with some fields in only fair condition and others awaiting harvest.

Cotton Belt Railway Colene Tyler Hays Thoen Thure Commic Texas

Coppell Woman Winnie Lo Powera Dies on Eightieth Birthday

Winnie Lo Powera of Coppell dies at home while celebrating her eightieth birthday. Born in Huntsville Alabama she lived in the Grapevine area for 45 years. Survived by her husband and family. services held at Coppell Baptist Church with burial in Greenview Cemetery.

Winnie Lo Powera Mw Peawera Huntsville Alabama Hay Rohark Carpin Cope Hell Wty Panell Huntevitley Alm Thone Brothrons M. Kennard Corin

Second Primary Gave Many Surprises

The second primary election held Saturday produced several upsets. Sheriff contest winner Halflood triumphed early, while Schuyler Marshall Jr. faced strong opposition. Amanda Rankin outran Pat O Keefe in a close county race and Jack Keller drew attention early. Connally won the Senatorial nomination over Earl Mayfield, Marrs claimed School Superintendent, and Land Commissioner choice favored Terrell. Love’s withdrawal cleared Barry Miller for Lieutenant Governor, leaving Texas to focus on Smith and Hoover for a lively finish.

Halflood Schuyler Marshall Jr Amanda Rankin Pat O'Keefe Jack Keller Heela H. H. Hodge Connally Earl Mayfield Marrs Garner Robison Terrell Barry Miller Texas Smith Hoover Mes

Carrollton School to Open for Fall Term in 1890s Carrollton

Carrollton publichonds yalt open 0 whe Pall Vorney Moon day September 17, the community reads of John W. Gunstreen as superintendent and Prof J.P. Hubers taking up liquor work while preparing for the coming term. Rev C O Armtrong and Averitt visit Carrollton with family, sharing revival and social events during their stay.

Carrollton Kandy John W. Gunetrown J.P. Hubers Tanner W. Gunstrean H.W. Embry Prancipal G. Ay Boles Sania Stark Dese Noble Migs Ethel Breedhers Marya Mayos Mira Dla Goods Mivs Talkiae Gutwell

Unclear entry on Saturday contracts by named parties

Fragmentary OCR suggests Judya KM and Thonpann formed an agreement with Lal fo Jemaple as the site for a Saturday event. William Gillan and Mivw Rit Alda are noted as contracting parties.

Judya Thonpann Pers Anurringey Willian Gillan Mivw Rit Alda

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