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Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1929
Page
1
A garbled local notice previews a Wednesday event about fire department crews constructing a new residence for Carrollton. The piece mentions Grapevine as a rival in a prior race, upcoming contests here, and plans for the public to attend the Wednesday night program.
Registrar J M Thompen reports births for September with several twin deliveries and new arrivals at multiple families including Birkepatrick Hareis Coot Gilankwn and Vena. The school program directed by Mrs W L Martin and assisted by Miss Paddock and Mrs I Lipscomb provided an engaging Friday morning event at Farmers Branch Schools.
A Yallas County boy won a free trip to the National Dairy Show in St. Louis Missouri October 12 to 19, awarded by Lee Cream Supplies Company of New York. Thoms Leo Millar of Seomaville, Texas was named winner for best essay on farm crops and weather. Judges at the A and M Club selected top entries from Dann County. Malina County provided additional judging. The prize includes a gold watch and the trip, with remarks on dry weather and turnip crops impacting local farms.
The MEB Minsinwry Society met at the whareh fre on mil day morning with 27 Indies present. They quilted together and each brought a dish of something to eat. In the afternoon a misclan nus showar honored William Simmons of Rowneley for his time and service.
An informal report describes a pleasant Saturday night social with tea, cream, and a yardbox auction. Attendees enjoyed lively music, socializing, and a successful collection amid neighbors from Grapevine and nearby areas.
A February meeting at PT A discussed recruitment of new members and gathering community donations. Attendees included Mrs Perry and committee members Stewart Clem Lewing with plans for displays, a pure food demonstration, and events in November.
University of Texas debaters prepare to meet Oxford University in a selected English debate in Austin. Coaches announce tryouts in late October to choose a team to represent UT in the December event, with Governor Moody noting strong turnout and interest.
The Texas State Fair opens Saturday in Dallas and runs for 10 days with major amusements. Highlights include the $10,000 State Wide Band contest, Hagenbein Wallace Circus, World champion rodeo, horseshow, and new midway attractions. Agriculture show features large livestock displays, Dairy Show, poultry and livestock exhibits, and extensive commercial displays.
J.P. McCulloagh, formerly a lockdown county agent for Omima, has been chosen as the new county agent for Collin County. McKinnay’s move to the final headquarters is noted. He previously worked with Mai fas community activities and the dh club near Stands. The community remembers his helpful work and anticipates a higher role for him in Whiteh te lane.
Fragmentary text describes items related to material offerings and trade, mentioning towns, persons, quantities, and a date pattern. The legible terms include references to towns, weights such as ponds, and names that appear garbled.
J D Fimore of Dallas route A purchases a Mord roadater from Carrotfiin Shoters of vile lace in a transaction noted by local observers.
Vague OCR text describes a subscription contest with candidates urged to push for votes and cash. It mentions a deadline, club votes, and a race for a prize tied to subscriptions, urging readers to subscribe and support favored contenders before the close of the period.
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