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Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1929
Page
1
District Uw firemen meet drew reps from Lawinville and Grapes rine. Carrollton won the water race in 23 seconds, Grapevine 24, with prizes and money. Talks on a new engine and insurance savtgs followed, as visitors toured exhibits and shared refreshments.
W F Lewis on the James farm reports cotton with strong lint yield from a sack of Qualls seed. He notes 2650 pounds of seed cotton, two bales produced with 224 pounds of lint per bale and quality described as extra good. He saved seed for next year and expects better results. The report also references local banking talks and social visits at a community gathering with Annie Starke as a guest.
A damaged fragment notes plans for a brick pumping house built to house pumping equipment and a pit. It mentions lasting improvements and substantial quality of the structure, suggesting long term benefits from sturdier construction and modernization.
The Carrollton Chamber of Commerce proposes a paint refund plan to encourage residents and farmers to repaint homes barns and buildings. Buyers paying for paint through Carrollton stores receive a ten percent refund on the purchase, matching the campaign's aim to extend building life and boost property values.
A local carnival event in Corrolian Bremen raised $285 after expenses, with proceeds supporting the community. Firemen organized and patrons enjoyed satin textures and favors while a prominent community member returned from Mengrd after a long stay.
Local readers note a proposed beautification program across Pallas County including Garland Richardson Arlington Erving Grand Prairie Lancaster and nearby areas. The campaign would inspect towns, rate current conditions, and guide improvements while a statewide plan may influence their efforts.
In a three day push across the county three veterinary teams vaccinated about 1100 head of cattle. Near Carrollton H W Boyd and B Skiles with assistants vaccinated 486 by Wednesday noon and will reassess cattle responses, while crews west of the river and at Joe Y Muli ranch vaccinated substantial additional totals.
Contractor plans a new residence on Cullere Avenue near the Colon Baptist, with nearby comparisons to an existing Wayngut home. The notice lists parties including Mrs Mev Ivy Pui Kee and others and mentions dates around June 14 and references city roles and approvals in a fragmented description.
A chaotic pamphlet style report outlines the Last Lap contest with eight days left. It highlights candidate effort, subscription drives, and the upcoming Get 2 vote, noting that winners will win or lose based on final ballots and campaign vigor.
The vote standings show rapid changes as eight working days remain before the final tally. CandidatesChuckle Martha Galloway Adaison Ellovise Chastain Carrollton Magdalena Thompson Jack Lewis Mrs Dale Greenwood Mrs E Fyke Stella Mae CoonrodWarmers Branch all lead or threaten, with the car prize awaiting the winner Saturday night. Citizens are urged to back their preferred candidate before the last votes drop.
Fragmented notes describe a new projector device for science class and a history of scattered incidents. The report mentions a projector introduction, a biological injector perhaps, a Pittsburgh area visit, and various local names and events with unclear details.
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