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Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1928
Page
4
A garbled historical newspaper fragment describes city life in New York and Boston with stray lines on politics, farming, and a 21 pound baby. It critiques party conventions, industry, and the value of home life, interspersed with odd quotes and editorial hints.
Reports indicate a surge of concern as potato supplies wane and prices rise. Analysts note potential bottlenecks from harvest setbacks and storage losses while farmers explore alternate markets and methods to prevent waste. The public weighs options from canned goods to alternative staples amid the uncertain supply outlook.
Fragmented remarks reference D4 shama vote and a proposed Nuance Tax on Senators Heflin and Robinson. A garbled note cites praise for a Land Department administration while questioning party discipline and promotional favors amid Republican platform discussions.
Fragmentary notes from a Kansas City gathering of reformers and orators show mixed opinions on the League of Nations and the McNary-Haugen Act. Hoover is described as quiet, Curtis is noted for split votes on key issues, and the piece hints at evolving stances amid partisan debates.
A damaged excerpt recalls beet growers trading beets for cattle to outprice sugar factories and criticizes campaign fundraising, pensions, and political corruption. It muses on electing representatives, urges optimism, and contrasts Texas with utopian ideals, noting the era of reform and presidential influence.
Hal Hood, a longtime Dallas County peace officer and former chief criminal investigator, announces his run for sheriff. He cites fourteen years in county service, prior roles under Ben Brandenburg and Harston, and says he seeks to continue a proven record rather than rely on others’ laurels. Hood's campaign gains support from deputy Shelby Cox and ties to the late Sheriff Sealy, with headquarters at 71 Shrek Street.
A garbled OCR fragment discusses honesty in government and alleges a paving contract in Arlington involving Dalin city and a price around 220 dollars per square, with mentions of Dallas realty owner and economic costs. Details are unclear, but the text centers on alleged improper payments and contractual acts.
The Chronicle printed notices of candidates for the Democratic Primary on July 28, 1928. Ray Harrox, W. Somners, for Judge Criminal Dist Court Ho.2, and Charles A. Priven seek reelection. Winston McCraw for District Attorney, Scullyam MarmMaty for Sheriff, D.O. Willaray and Aupy A. Lovee for County Clerk, R.A. Bob Vineyard for Tax Assessor, Jon B. Conlon for Tax Collector, J.W. Slaughter for Commissioner District No.1, H. Slaughter, HH Hodge for Representative Fifty-first District Place No.7, Virgil F. Blewalt for Justice of the Peace Pet. 1.
J W Slaughter seeks re election as Dallas County Precinct 1 commissioner. He claims to have widened and improved roads, graveled avenues, and increased mileage in the precinct. He notes public support and plans to push for northwest highway projects at the Commissioners Court.
D Perry of Iowa city contributes funds toward a roundtable public school project. Vision for a new building aims to stand within three years. Residents seek civic groups to support the effort and ensure timely completion.
The Chronicle announces the candidacy of Bob Vineyard for re election as Tax Assessor of Dallas County. He thanks the people for past support and cooperation during his term. He pledges to continue improvements and more changes to serve the public, soliciting hearty support.
Blewett, 42, born and raised in Richardson, resident of Unttttle City, campaigns for Justice of the Peace. The candidate has decades in business and appeals for support to win the office.
Water bills are payable by the 10th of the month to J R David at Davis and Perry. The city will not call for water rent. If water is discontinued due to nonpayment, a one dollar reconnection charge is imposed. City Council declares this policy by Mayor F M Geo.
Public court notice for a writ or petition in Dallas County naming Akorbs and others. It lists a date for a hearing and references a legal action in the District Court with details of the court officials and proceedings.
The State of Texas notices the filing of the final account of Morton A. Seoze deceased. The county court in Dallas will hear the administration and assess the discharge of the estate at the next term. Witness D. C. Whiteley, clerk, on May 20, 1028, in Dallas County.
A damaged legal notice commands Sheriff to summon Ripkard Smith and others to a district court in Dallas County Texas. The writ, dated June in Dallas, 1904, names witnesses and officials and orders appearance, detailing service and penalties for noncompliance.
It notes a friendly relations stance with Mexico and mentions a matchup between Job and Morrow in a shorthand Westin Ure Lond context, suggesting a brief sports or social note from an old newspaper page.
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