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Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1938
Page
1
Local observer Bri Padgett reports Carrollton’s 1880s census shows 1001 residents after adjusting for omitted data and large families. He notes 268 houses with no vacancies and ongoing construction, suggesting faster growth than in prior years and a stronger town role in Dallas County.
In a season highlight, the Gand Praitie Gophers beat the Carrollton Lions 16 to 7 as Kenolop caught an 85 yard pass from Gammon for a first quarter touchdown. The cannery’s move to a permanent home and WPA-supported facility is outlined, with payroll, employment, and output figures underscoring its planned growth and community impact.
A letter from Bobbie Jones Wimeault states he is working with Western Pictures Inc on a film titled Singing Lead. He reportedly has a five year contract, based in Tulsa Oklahoma, and plans to sing to his school chums after completion.
The North Texas Conference of the Methodist church will convene in Paris for a period starting December 2. Rev. NLW Oliver will attend, and the conference runs from October 6 through October 10 with appointments to be transmitted during the gathering.
Highland Park era notes show Monie High School PTA hosting an open house in the auditorium Tuesday night. E P Barryhill led the program with a musical opening, Rev W N Oliver delivered an invocation, and Glenna Bell Hult led singing with Anne Johnson. C C Garrett spoke on school pattern and Myr Henryhill introduced the faculty. A social hour followed with sandwiches and punch. The report mentions a new roof on First Baptist church and various town improvements. WF Vinson of Caton visited for business, left subscription money, and inquired about readers in Carrollton and Dallas County northwest areas.
The W M U of Union Baptist Church met Monday afternoon at 8:00. Mrs. Carl Shelton led devotional after opening with a Bonny Service. Mother Andurson gave a lesson from Hebrews Chapter Six. Attendees were high and the church sponsored a two week teaching school by Brother B O Stewart of Palmer Texas.
Former Cary High School students are invited to a Homecoming event announced for Friday November 4. Mr and Mrs Homer Clayton have purchased a lot on the hill and are planning a new residence as the neighborhood extends into next spring.
Farmers in Dallas County gathered in Carrollton for the sixth annual home coming to discuss forming the Texas Auri cultural Association. J W Fisher was named provisional secretary, a $2 membership fee was set, and a county meeting planned for Oct 25 26 to finalize county organization. Guy Deonia and May Mdoling spoke on market and farming issues.
A junior high school announces a Tuesday cake walk in the auditorium with a free musical program at admission. Tickets cost a few cents per walk and many cakes will be available. The event aims for community fun and involves purchases for the year’s activities.
Editors from Texas newspapers tour the Golden Jubilee Fair with an Editors Day event. Oklahoma Sooners beat Rice earlier, and the State Fair grounds at Carrollton host exhibits, midway attractions, and Follies ahead of the November 4 celebration.
Vandergriff and his men returned from Fort Worth where they attended a Chevrolet dealers and salemen meeting. R W Hill and H Wilson discussed plans for the coming year after viewing the new 1939 Chevrolet on display. Vandergrift predicts strong demand and awaits October 22 for first deliveries.
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