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Newspaper

Carrollton Chronicle

Location

Carrollton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1948

Page

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Q and A on Selective Service training program

A series of questions and answers prepared under the Director of Selective Service. Topics include eligibility for induction after various wartime services, ROTC status, and aviation specialty deferral. Includes conditions about declarations of war or national emergency and required registration.

Balter Teras Selective’ Service KL. Berry Army Air Force Annea United States Navy Marine ,Corp Coast Guard Public Health Service Shatruce Tong Sok Caumok United States Naval Air Porce Secretary of Defense

Longtime Cotton Belt executive lineup reshuffled

Kirby M. Post will retire October 1 as vice president of the Cotton Belt Railway Lines. George B. Matthews becomes general superintendent at Tyler Texas, to be succeeded by W. V. Keith as distant general superintendent and Tyer Albert promoted to assistant general superintendent. Post began as a messenger in Gatesville Texas, with careers spanning from 1906 to 1940 across the line. Matthews joined in 1920s and rose to general superintendent in 1940. Keith served in overseas service and two years as assistant general superintendent. Albert started in 1925 and served as captain in the Transportation Corps before advancing in operations.

Fouding Kirby M. Post Bt. Louis Post Gatesville Texas St. Louis Ini 1 Cotton Belt Mutoring Mt Birmingham Ala Matthews Aesnapeciaien Aaslotanst J. Louis Ty Jer U. & Army Air Service W. W. Keith Cottort Keith Albert Catton Belt Army ‘Transportation Corps Catton

Maye Jack Blanton Hosts Woman's Study Club

Mrs Jack Blanton hosted the Woman's Study Club on a Thursday in September with Mrs Jamey A Kris presiding in the president’s absence. The day featured a well run meeting directed by Mrs Henry Noble with a gracious retreatment by the hostess and a list of attendees.

Maye Jack Blanton Jamey A. Kris John Mitchell Henry Noble Charles Blalock Tom Field Coleman ‘Gardner Bulall James Krise Wenty Noble Emory Row Roy Rusvell Sill Sumner Vincent ‘Tipps Mes John Graber

Card of thanks honors kindness after bereavement

Acknowledges sincere thanks to all who showed kindness during bereavement for Mrs T Standiter Duncan Harrison and Robert Perrie families, Tod Motey also mentioned.

T. &. Standiter Duncan Harrison Sim Robert Perrie Tod Motey

Women Missionary Society Installs Officers at Piest Church

The Women Missionary Society of the Piest Baptist Church met in the educational building at 9 48 for an all day session. The Mary Hill Davis program featured a severed dish dinner. Mire Rey Posey served as general chairman and talks covered Rural Churches of Yesterday and Today. New officers installed included Mrs J B Price president and Mrs W A Bowman vice president with several others taking roles. Next Monday includes Bible study and business day as all new officers assume posts.

Women's Missionary Society of the Piest Baptist Church Anv Mary Hill Davis Rey Posey Dra. Posy Mra M. L. Robertson Jim Johnston J. B. Price Jon Pranadent Mee Henry Kinkendeim W. A. Bownan Willy’ Puller Virginia Owens Noy Posey

A H Grimes Honored With Surprise Dinner

Mie Maymond Miller hosted a surprise birthday dinner for her father A Grimes who marked his 7th birthday on September 23. Forty guests attended including Mr and Mrs Grimes and their children Woodrow Oille Mae Bob James Mildred May Joyce Charles, George Mary Collinaworthy Ron Jean Georgia Ruth Gloria, Raymond Miller and daughters Annie Marie Ahir ley Jean. Grandson Poy Collinaworth attended along with Mr and Mrs John Swaite and family.

Mie Maymiond Miller A. Grimes and Is Grimes Woodrow Oille Mae Mre Bob Grimes James Mildred May Joyce Charles George Grimes Mary John Collinaworthy Rony Jean Georgia Ruth Gloria Raymond Miler Annie Marie Ahirley Jean Poy Gollinaworth John Swaite

Grid Tilt Broadcast Schedule From University Games

A series of college football broadcasts scheduled for Saturday lists Texas versus New Mexico at 1 60 pm with Austin reporters and Alec Chesser on water highlights. Other games include SMU-Texas Tech in Dallas at 1 50 pm with Charlie Jordan, Oklahoma- Texas A&M in Norman at 2 20 pm with Mer Tips, Arkansas-TCU from Fort Worth with Addie Barker and Mal Thompson, and Rice vs Seat in Manston at 8 08 pm with Wes Tex and Bill Newkirk. Station outlets include WFAA WBAP and WRI with multiple affiliates carrying the feeds.

Humble Oltnd Refining Company University of Texas-University of New Mexico Austin Bult Michaels Alec Chesser Irld Dallas Memphis Id Dittert Norman Okla Mer WAP Fort Worth Humble Lars Port Worth Addie Barker Mal Thompson WBAP Carly Manston Wes Tex Bill Newkirk Atation Wri

Bethel Bible Baptist Church Revival Schedule

Bethel Bible Baptist Church on Town Road in Field City will hold a revival from September 27 to October 10 at 7:45 p.m. nightly. Rev Orady Buneridge announces Dr L Grantham of Abilene Texas will conduct the meetings with Billy Leslie as song leader and Mrs David Tinley as pianist. Local fair notices invite public attendance.

Iown Road Field City Orady ‘Buneridge Grantham Abilene Billy Leslie David Tinley Planiat

Grand Prairie Hosts Fall Social at Mrs Hamlin Morgan’s

The 23 Club met at Mrs. Hamlin Morgan’s home in Stebron on Thursday afternoon for a fall gathering. Arrivals late were noted on the red magon door, fines discussed, and prizes awarded for best and floating games. Refreshments were served to members including Mrs. Bedell Mr. Pred Crawford Mrs. Taylor Cunningham and many others.

Hamlin Morgan Stebron Watt Wlgt Mra E. Bedell Pred Crawford W. 8. Tay Tipe John Griffin Joe Morgan Irvin Cridet PE Bedell Taylor Cunningham Morrin Jord Raymond Crawford M.T. Griffin Bennett Griffin Mack Bogard Eve Griffin Bud Pernell Taylor

Navy announces Roy L. Burns aboard submarine Charr

Roy L Burns son of Mr and Mrs BF Key of 1205 Maryland sleet Carrolltown serves aboard submarine U88 Charr during amphibious exercises off Southern California under Rear Admiral Rodgers. About 19000 Navy and Marine Corps personnel 66 ships and 330 planes participate in landings at Ranchemete Taland Camp Pendleton and San Clemente with live ammunition from ships and aircraft. Port Leavenworth observers from the Army CGSC observe techniques of amphibious warfare.

Oy 1 Urna Claas USN BF. Key Maryland Ran Chemeite Taland Camp Pendleton Oceanside Calif San Clemente Army Command and General Staff College Port Lanventworth Keanu Navy Marine Corps

Legion Square Dance Moves Indoors Tonight

The Carrollton American Legion Post square dance moves indoors to the temporary Legion office location in the former Homer L. Clayton Motor Co. building. Post Commander Joe Brout announced the change.

Carrollton American Legion Post Legion Homer £. Clayton Motor Co Jor Brout

Missionary Baptist Association Meeting At Pleasant Grove

The annual county meeting of the Missionary Baptist Association at Pleasant Grove drew 23 churches. Rev. Arthur Freeman presided with Rev. W H. Day delivering the morning message. Pastor BJ McChung of College Avenue Baptist Church attended with 11 others. a picnic lunch was served at noon.

Missionary Baptist Association Pleasant Grove Arthur Freemanly W H. Day BJ McChung College Avenue

Funeral services held in Coppell for accident victim

Linda Rue McDonald one year old daughter of Mrs Frances McDonald of Coppell died Monday from injuries after being accidentally hit by a car in her driveway. Services were Tuesday at Coppell Baptist Church with Rev Roy Hand officiating. Burial at Flower Mound Cemetery. Survivors include mother Frances McDonald two sisters Neta Louie and Jackie a brother Donald and grandparents Roy Moore and Mr and Mrs Jess McDonald.

Linda Rue McDonald Prainels Merrinald Copipelly Linda #ue Lewinville Tuck McDonald Coppell Baptist Church Roy Hand Rhoton Punerat

Carrollton Girl Scout Troop October Sessions

Three meetings are set in October for Carrollton Girl Scout troops with dates October 1 8 and 18. The October 18 gathering will be an outdoor event at Rever lehon Park in Deltas. Names of ladies taking the course include Mrs Patrites Mrs Frank Brogan Mrs Henry Noble Mrs O Re Callin Mrs Witarn Mes Bit Hall Mrs Lon Ballinger Mrs Harry Lord Br and Mes Berndt of Hebron Mr Bruce Cox and Mrs Clifton Me I Graw of Farmers Branch.

Carrollton Reverlehon Park Deltas Patrites Frank Brogan Henry Noble Re Callin Mre. Witarn Mes Bit Hall Lon Ballinger Wil Harry Lord Berndt Hebron Bruce Cox Clifton Farmers Branch

Influenza Cases Rise in State Last Week

The state health report shows 44 flu cases last week and 939 for the year to date, with 40 percent above the seven year median. Dr. George W. Cox cautions on influenza risks and emphasizes early physician contact and long enough recovery, plus health measures to prevent illness. An unrelated San Francisco naval yard incident ends with calm as police detain a disruptor in dress uniform.

Texas State Health Department Geo. W. Com Cox Ax Avonna

Lions Clash With Gophers In Carrollton Night Showdown

Football matchup in Carrollton pits the Lions against the Grand Prairie Gophers at Romsey Field with an 8 p.m. kickoff. Coach Tom Pruett plans a heavy line as locals seek a win after two dramatic victories. Regulars are expected to be in top shape for tonight’s game.

Carrollton Lions

Vandergriff Plans Television Football Party Saturday

Vandergriff hosts a TV football party Saturday night October 2 to watch the TCU vs. Arkansas game. The event offers prizes for about 50 children with parent or adult supervision.

Vandergriff Plans Vandergriff Vison Tcu-Arhunaat Tyan S'prises

August retail sales rise 3 percent over July

Texas August retail sales rose 3 percent from July to an estimated 435 million dollars, with a 14 percent increase versus August 1967. Durable goods led gains while nondurable stores showed a slight decline. motor vehicles and farm implement dealers up, apparel and restaurants higher, other categories mixed amid price increases.

Avetin Texas Nct Aue Sus University of Texas Bureau of Business Rexsmarch Auust

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Uncle Sam's Selective Service Keune Ee Cotton Jack Blanton HY WOMAN A. H. Grimes Bethel Bible Baptist Church Grand Prairie Morgan Home Roy L. Burns Charr Legion Square Meeting OF Missionary Baptist Parocles One Coppell Girl Scout San Francisco Naval Shipyard Ter. Mae Inter Arms Naroe Lehman Chambers Bridaea Williams Howard Calhoun Allpen Ab Hynes Bng Machine
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