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Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1931
Page
1
A garbled piece urging thrift during National Thrift Week outlines rules for a prudent life. It mentions budgeting, bank accounts, life insurance, home ownership, making a will, investing in safe securities, and paying debts promptly while stressing sharing with others.
Fragmented OCR text describes a gathering where the league carried off the banner for largest attendance. Mentions a meeting at Hatchian and a win for the league, with unclear names and dates due to garbled wording. Primary fact notes a banner trophy won by the league.
The Music Department of Carreiluan Bohol presents a recital conducted by Mrs. W. La Martine at the Methodist Church on Monday night at 7:20. Admission is free.
Mr and Mrs Noble Whitiele and their two children traveled to Lewinville Sunday afternoon to visit J T Whitlock’s father Mia J Padgett who had long suffered a fever and remained bedridden, with the effort described as a comforting call for the family.
Maurine Frovam won the writing contest with the most interesting letter. Judges Prof. Ga strevm, Mel Stephenson, and Mins Mexow evaluated entries from participants including Ben Jlwnt and Tu Jerades at RA te, awarding honors to the winner.
William Guion, age 75, died Saturday at his home in Rio Haraa after a lengthy illness. Funeral services were held Sunday in Heichinestwin, with burial at Meant Calvary cemetery in Randay. Survived by wife and two daughters Mrs. Tom Hushines of Dallas and Mrs. Netlie Risling of Comanche Oklahoma. Known for work as a constable of the predtuct for genes and interest in early telephone industry ventures. Mrs. Hushines had resided in Yor for many years and the Guinns were well known locally.
D C Brant, a well known rancher and wagon maker in the district, died Monday December 19 aged 64 years 26 days from high blood pressure and allied ailments. He left a widow three children and many relatives. The Brant family and friends note his long ties in the area and his local prominence.
A garbled weather and local note describes warm spell and bright Thursday. Mentions Mise Mow Whitlock teaching at Hebron school and a nameless gathering. Names are unclear and details incomplete.
Five year old Barn Gravel y near Addison suffered severe burns to arm and face while exploring a straw and corn shucks building used as a dog kennel. He lit a dry tinder and a spark ignited the straw. Rescued by his mother and others, he was treated locally and then taken to Dolins hospital for care.
The Laties Missionary Society of the Methodist church gathered with President Mrs. W.N. Vernon after noon at 280 area. Mrs. Hearn led the afternoon program and about sixteen ladies attended. Social meeting planned for Monday with Mrs. Vernon and Mrs. John Terry of Sherman to lead the program. all members urged to attend.
Mrs Josie Duncan wife of D D Duncan died at her home 0 North Donovan Street Carrollton on Monday January 19 1891 after a prolonged illness. Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church Tuesday afternoon with Rev W M Vernon and Rev ty P Binstiy officiating. Interment was in Come theyel. Local attendees included Noble Whiteh, Roy Gravies, Duivar Goifray, Koysiste, Boramt Parry, Maurier Milvarn and Colene Mealy. The community sent condolences and reports note charity and work by the Red Crows and local clubs.
The speech by Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt of New York warns citizens about central government overreach and the rising cost of public payrolls. He cautions that expanding commissions and bureaus threaten taxpayers as more funds are diverted to administration and social programs.
Mr and Mrs Rimer Daniel of Grapevine hosted a 42 inch party in Howe of MPC and Mrs Tod McCay of Carroton. Refreshments included sandwiches hot chocolate and plane. Guests listed include Madamien FJ Chambora Jordan Oxford Gar toil Ray Chambers Ted Mets Mrs OB Davie Mrs Baboir Livecumb Chas Oxford and the Misses Roxsbeth and Verar Ph weats Delires Oxford Fran cok McPherson and the host and haven.
A June meeting summary notes about sixteen residents attending in Nantes with several items on local matters. Topics include funding for storage, an art work discussion, a future meeting date, and the distribution of duties among residents for upcoming projects in the Midvale area.
Injured in a Dallas area auto wreck, Holman Rhoteo suffered leg fractures below the knees and lighter injuries to other areas, while Clarence Hays sustained a probable neck strain. The crash occurred near a bridge south of Farmer’s Branch when a blinding headlights vehicle from Dallas grazed the side of their car, sending it into a ditch. Local resident Gus Geed helped transport the injured to Dallas for care, with other family members notified and involved in updates.
Stephenson family reports a serious accident near a work trip to Oklahoma. Mrother was badly injured when a car he rode in collided with a truck, both legs broken. Mrs Stephenson and others searched for word of his condition over the weekend.
Mrs. Duncan, wife of C. D. Duncan, died January 21 1983. Born 1880, she joined the Methodist church in childhood and leaves a large family including twelve grandchildren. Her life was marked by Christian faith, devotion to her husband, and aiding others as a beloved matriarch in their community.
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