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Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1930
Page
1
Carrollton undertook active spring improvements including building cleanup, shrubbery, and playground updates funded by the Parent Teacher Association. J Wiley Shuiton and wife returned from a Texas trip visiting Tyler and Forney neighbors, while Rev Chambers announced Easter services and renewed ties with old friends across Forney and Carrollton.
The Jewel Byrd and Carrailtan Glee Club from Mre and Maptie will travel Saturday to participate in the state meet. The event features solo and group singing, with many Texas clubs in attendance, promising an engaging showcase of talent and entertainment.
A community event at the Methodist church on Friday night March 28 offers a comedy play with music and readings. A social aid supper and refreshments follow the performance, inviting attendance and support.
Jock F Fisher announces candidacy for County Clerk in Dallas County, proposing a salary based system and urging reform. He cites twenty two years in county service including deputy clerk duties and previous work as deputy tax assessor. He appeals to voters with experience and commitment to proper service.
A few weeks ago Mr and Mrs Tom Finch of Partners Branch reported a burglary at their home. Jewelry clothing and bed spread valued around 900 dollars were stolen while the couple were away. An officer tracked a vehicle with a Texas license plate to the suspects. A man and woman were found to be in possession of some stolen goods and had been living in Coppell. They had been moving across the country and were located near Letot when arrested.
A fragmentary remark debates municipal roles with reference to poultry and livestock control. The speaker spars with implied officials about who should handle chickens and cows. No clear event, date, or identifiable names emerge.
Shorty Sarrieon coutem Dawes plans to deliver ice along rural routes to Carrollton with teams Emmy and Will Omuliitte in the country. He aims to establish routes by contacting residents and via a new service made possible by local interest. Tell Morrison if you want ice delivered.
In Dallas county stock owners face costs for dipping and cleaning, while some exploit the vat system to avoid honest accounting. Foster Brothers and others reportedly operate dipping activities on Monday, drying stacks and evading oversight.
Carrollton basetel team played its first game of the season Sunday and beat Grapevine by a margin described as close. Johnnie Gravley impressed by driving in a run and fielding well as the locals prepared for more scheduled games in June.
Hebron School participated in the county meet and earned eight ribbons. Clyde Cuda won first place in health, Milt Putters on history note, Henry Jane McCormick on a pioneer free hand cutting, and J. S. Ennett on history note bunk. The fourth grade won on Club Book and senior grades on Library Club Book. The event featured declamation, spelling, and writing contests with top placements across grades.
To the Vatars of Dallas County I announce my candidacy for reelection as County Clerk of Dallas County This self supporting notice asserts I have saved the office from loss and corruption and promises continued personal service with a well organized staff of experienced men I have served in the office for 24 years and seek your support for an efficient business like administration by D C Warrying
The basketball hays and girls of Cartoonacho and faculty were hosted by Mae Marsh at the home of fie pure Mr and My Ton Marsh last Friday. Forty players competed in games and a Weinie and marshmallow roast followed. Principal Berryhill and Gune stream led third games. Attendees included Ruth Pade, Alarge Mayr, Louise Henry, Stella May Counrod, Annie Me iGadd, Gwen Laney, and J. P. Berryhill among others.
A plan to construct a new road linking Carrollston to the river district triggers discussion. Col Slaughter and Col W.E. Con met a Carrollya delegation, including Boyle Crosby, to evaluate value, drainage, and widening needed to enter Carrollston. Crosby cites 140 acres yielding $10,000 in cattle pasture and drives home the potential benefit to farming and land development along the river corridor.
At the home of Mr and Mrs Edward, Carrollton High School hosted a senior birthday party organized by junior students. Activities included a word contest won by Mrs Gee A Boles and Mithun Cure joy, a come tumii contest, and various games. Guests drank golf ball puckers and swam, with many named attendees celebrating birthdays and sharing a dinner party.
Fragments describe trash collection readiness as haulers prepare to gather all refuse. Language is garbled but implies households must place bags or sacks for pickup by the sanitation crew. no clear dates or locations are provided.
A notice announces the planned build of a new brick veneer residence on Main Avenue by Gorge Highs in cooperation with a Dallas contracting firm. The Hughey place is slated to receive improvements including a lower yard and multiple built in features, aiming to attract mayoral candidacy and town growth.
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