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Newspaper

Carrollton Chronicle

Location

Carrollton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1947

Page

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Revival Speaker Announced for First Baptist Church Revival

The First Baptist Church announced evangelist Lonnie Lasater of Clinton Arkansas will lead revival services in August 2017. Lasater, a Arkansas native raised in the Ozark mountains, turned to ministry after a late education path and seminary study at Southwestern in Fort Worth. Home Coming will be observed on the kickoff day with a noon basket lunch and church members urged to attend.

First Baptist Church Lonnie Lasater Clinton Arkansas Eugene T. Moorero Lasater Missonet-Arferntas Christin Bro Sumter Southwestern Seminary Port Worth Arkanaat Justin Texas Firet Carrollton Willerin

First Silent Plane Flown In Test

Industrial achievement through renewroh reports the first allent airplane flight. Complaints from adjoining property owners push airports to reevaluate. The plane uses a five blade propeller, reducing noise versus earlier designs and slower speeds.

Renewroh

Card of Thanks for Mom's Passing

Deep gratitude is expressed for the kindnesses shown after the recent death of my mother Mey Warner Perry. The family acknowledges heartfelt support and assistance during this difficult time.

Farm Safety Week Urges Gate Practices Across Texas

Texas officials note rising farm fatalities and urge all farms to adopt safety measures year round. George Clarke of the Texas Safety Association cites high death rates among farmers and rural traffic, calling for improved equipment use and farm gate practices to protect workers and consumers.

George Clarke The Texan Safety Ube Ellen Jester Alend Texas Sttes

Annual Dinner Celebrates Jackson Birthday and Squibb Anniversary

The annual celebration honoring Mr. Andrew Jackson's birthday and the wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. WT Squibb was held at the Squibb home last Sunday, June 20, as a covered dish gathering with about forty-five friends and relatives attending.

Andrew Jackson WT Squibb Squibb

Barbara Johnson Named to NTSC Dean's Honor List

Barbara Johnson, daughter of Mr and Mrs Lester Johnson of CarRaliton, is among 441 upperclassmen named to the dean's list at North Texas State College for the summer semester. The list honors students with at least 12 hours and a grade average of B or higher, with no missed classes affecting eligibility.

Barbara Joanwon Lester’ Johnson

Dallas Man Joh Cor Celebrates 82nd Birthday

Mr Joh Cor of Dallas celebrated his 82nd birthday at the home of Mr and Mrs BI Cox in Farmers Branch. Ten of his children attended the event along with thirty six guests.

Joh Cor Dallas BI Cox Farmers Branch

R. E. Soupe Jr. Dies in Carthage After Incident

R. E. Soupe Jr. was found unconscious near his home in Carthage Texas on Monday afternoon and died about two hours later. Authorities believe he was thrown from a horse. Funeral services were held at 4 pm Wednesday in Carthage.

EB Roupe, Jr Atx Carthage Texas Je Jr Tom Tim Horse Pune

Legionnaires Attend State Convention in Fort Worth

The annual Amencas Legion Convention will be held at the Texan Hotel in Fort Worth from July 27 to 30. The gathering will discuss issues such as universal military training and feature contests including band and chorus events. Local members plan to attend multiple sessions.

Amencas Legion

City Acquires Second Fire Engine for Carrollton

Carrollton received its second fire engine on Thursday morning July 24, announced by city secretary A D Dunan and assistant fire chief Frank Burgess. The truck, though not fully complete, is painted red and carries a 400 gallon water unit and pump, matching the capability of the existing engine. The acquisition marks city growth with two fully owned fire apparatus.

Carrollton Frank Burgess A.D. Dunan

Fire Prevention Paid Dividends at Harbor Tank Farm

A tanker in Los Angeles harbor nearly filled with 9,000,000 gallons exploded at the dock causing billowing fumes and intense heat. The blast could have wrecked a 41 acre Shell Oil tank farm if the lake had blown up, threatening widespread devastation.

Los Angeles Shell ‘Oil Company

Chimes Given To Methodist Church in Carrollton

The town of Carrollton and the Methodist Church receive amplified chimes funded by Mr and Mrs W T Equibb who previously donated gifts including Hammond organ. The chimes cost more than $1000 and were welcomed at a dedication service led by Pastor Robert H Ridley on Sunday night July 20.

Carrollton Methodist Church W. T. Equibb Robert H. Ridley

Lee Hudgins Passes Tuesday in Dallas Hospital

Lee Hudgins aged 84 died Tuesday in Dallas hospital. He had lived in Farmers Branch for years. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Rhoton Funeral Home with burial at Farmers Branch Cemetery. Survived by brother J H Hudgins of Addison and two sisters Mrs Galle Haatings Amarillo and Mrs J T Vander West of Carrollton.

Lee Hudgins Dallag Hospital Hudgins Farmers Branch Rhoton Funeral Home Farmers Branch Cemetery J. H. Hudgins Addison Galle Haatings Amarillo J.T. Vander Carrollton

Merry Widow unveiled at Casino in July run

The Merry Widow opened July 3 at the Meat Fair Casino to an avid audience. Allan Jones as Danilo and Dorothy Sundiin as the widow drew praise. strong support from Soula, Davie Cunningham, Eric Brotherwm, Joseph Macauley, and Natalie. A heavy turnout forecast continues with Roberta set for the week of July 28 featuring top talent andstage names across a bustling casino show slate.

Lehar Meat Fair Allan Jones Prince Danilo Dorothy Sundiin Widow Soula Davie Cunningham Camille de Joliden Eric Brotherwm Miah Joseph Macauley Baron Raport Enla Bank Sa Natalie Thou ‘Sands Bob Hope Pred McMoray Mirried Ger Nivsen, Sar Mise Niewa Ann Agare Lew Parker Vie Smash Broadway Musiccal George Ariuon John Kent Casino Dance Cie Marlee Kelley Kern Ana Hita Bimick Roberta Bastier v Dallas

Death of Mrs Lovelace’s relative in Texas noted

Obituary notice reports the death on Thursday of a Mr Inman of Kearnes Texas in the home of Mrs C C Lovelace. The family is mentioned in connection with the passing occurring last week.

Mr. Inman Kearnes Texas Athar C. C. Lovelace

Lewisville Lions Club Hosts Carrollton Guests in Exhibition Game

The Lewisville Lions Club entertained Carrollton visitors on Tuesday evening July 28. The Carrollton team, led by center fielder W. T. Quibb and right fielder Peanut Brown with Doc Perry, defeated the local squad 12 to 9. After the game, players and wives enjoyed plentiful watermelon together.

Carrollyy Lions Club Gueata Lewis Ile Lona Club Eli Carrollyan W. T. Dquibb Peanut Brown Doc Perry Lewisville Lions Secluire

Children on WSCS Program at Methodist Church

The WSCS program titled Bullying the Church of Tomor row was held Monday at the Methodist Church with Mrs W Vernon leading. Children included Belly Ruth Moreley Janet Moble Robbie Nash Mitchell Mayberry Marie Duftt Billy and Larry Mowe ley. Several ladies attended and refreshments were served after the session.

Church of Tomorrow Tin Wa GA Methodust W. Vernon Belly Ruth Moreley Janet Moble Robbie Nash Mitchell Mayberry Marie Duftt Billy Larry Moweley Ralph Noble Mra MJ. Nyfler Mra. Bush Dollie Maron Brian Graham

Coffee Free On The Sunshine Special Train

The Texas and Pacific Line adds a midjourney perk with free coffee in the dining car on its Sunshine Special train from Texas to New York. Attendants offer complimentary beverages to passengers during midmorning and midafternoon runs, aiming to boost traveler comfort on the summer route.

Cuttes Texas and Pacific

Women’s Mission Auxiliary Meets at Blankenship Home

The WMA of the Union Church gathered at Sullie Blankenship’s home on Monday July 21 for an all day session. Eighteen members attended and shared a covered dish luncheon at noon. Mea Bom Cox and Mrs. Homer Marah led the devotional, with Mrs. Guy Percy teaching the day’s lesson.

WMA Union Church Sullie Blankenship Mea Bom Cox Homer Marah Guy Percy

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Paris Highant Park Pont Datta Nandias Barbara Johnson R.E. Soupe Jr Legionnaires City Low Angeles-Lonk ‘Beach Merry Widow Casino WSCS
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