28 Feb 1930
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 12 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1930
Page
1
Rural readers debate whether to plant cotton or dedicate land to feed crops for family needs. The piece argues a mixed strategy: keep some livestock and grow feed to reduce reliance on cotton and stabilize income amid low prices. It stresses survival of the fittest farmers and urges shifting away from large cotton acreages.
A fragmented report notes Cream Station and a nearby factory with workers, payrolls, and marketing efforts. It mentions Walter Stark and Wil Myers moving steel, a Fort Worth context, and social club events with Mrs. J. L. Johnston, Mrs. Es B. Henryhill, and the Ladies of the Missionary Society planning meetings and donations. Further items reference a Washington's Birthday observance and village gatherings with local leaders and hostesses.
A blazing barn on the Gk Crvlder place was struck by lightning Friday. The fire spread rapidly, consuming the structure and surrounding area. One person reported the blaze burning for about ten hours, with significant losses noted at the Mark Griffin whar. No further details on injuries or causes are provided.
Missy Dearing a teacher in Abe Carrollton schools remains absent as Mrs Cheater Good covers her classes after Tuesday afternoon hospital stay for an appendicitis operation. Her mother reported a difficult but successful procedure with indications of recovery.
The FTA of Walnut Hill School presents a fact comedy drama titled A Poor Married Man. A crowd gathers Saturday night March st. The play features local participants active in social events and aims to raise funds for school purposes.
A damaged OCR note describes Miss Nor Bluluck hosting a Washington Costume party Saturday at Werhowe Aoworing near Bariers Branch and Carrollton. Guests enjoyed dances, games, and a display by Miss Hing Jack and others while a Hebrew choir and promotional ads are mentioned amid garbled lines.
A Wednesday night meeting at Myers Theatre discussed steps toward the surplus mills initiative. Attendees expressed support and pledged to push the project forward, aiming for a positive report on the matter soon.
Senior party for the faculty and sponsor of the Bentoy cinema, held last Thursday at Mr. and Mrs. Ray Deven home. Guests included teachers and seniors listed, with games such as bert, bunco, and target practice. Refreshments of red and blue punch were served as the group enjoyed a lively evening despite transportation hiccups.
The 4 H Club shares notes on February meetings and activities. Members learned to sew dresser scarfs and vanity sets, improved clowning and shrub care, cleaned grounds, and prepared garden displays. The Fab Brosk Show is planned for March in Fort Worth with large crowds expected. a future field day and farm events are mentioned locally.
An account of a educational trip by Prof. TD Mayor of Lancaster and associates. They plan to visit Washington New York and New Orleans stopping at Cinetonye t area noting climate and civic sights. The journey aims to be educational though taxing, with sights and government wheels to be observed.
Waele Scomt Thames Talley of Prisco Texas, son of Mr and Mrs N Talley, earned the 1920 Spans scholarship for unusual services and high Eagle Scout achievements. He earned fifty seven merit badges among many badges showing fitness in scouting topics. Talley held roles as scribe, treasurer, and junior assistant scoutmaster within his troop and traveled to several communities with his troop during the year.
Carrollton merchants unite in a bold program to promote local trade. The plan includes weekly sales events and a cooperative advertising drive designed to highlight MERIT in quality and price. Public notices, sales dates set for Saturday May 6 and Monday March 10, with emphasis on driving business through coordinated promotions.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.