Judge Lockett Addresses Marriage and Divorce Topics
Judge O L Lockett presented a nonpolitical talk on marriage and divorce, stressing the home’s sacredness, proper age for marriage, and clear divorce grounds. He urged stricter evidence filing, child support, and careful entry of marriage contracts, ending with cautions for both young and old. Miss Jimmie Lomax visited, and others attended barbecues. Bernt Rogstad recovered from fever.
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O. L. Lockett
Lockett
Human Carelessness Causes Vast Canadian Fire Loss
The Fort Worth Record reports a monumental fire in Northwestern Canada caused by a carelessly discarded cigarette. Thousands homeless, 100 believed dead, forests destroyed, towns wiped from the map, with losses exceeding seven million dollars. The piece blames human carelessness and warns of recurring danger.
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Chicago
Canada
Fort Worth
Birthday Surprise For Miss Ella Zschech Hosts Celebrate
A large group of Miss Ella Zschech’s friends surprised her on Saturday evening for her birthday anniversary. The lawn games and springtime merriment continued until near midnight, marking a joyful gathering for guests and the charming hostess. J A Thomas of Chase arrived yesterday and pitched his tent.
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Ella Zschech
J. A. Thomas of
Chase
Laugh Show at e Barbecue Grounds Draws Crowds
Patrons flock to the e Barbecue Grounds for a lighthearted laugh filled event. The program promises clean humor, a moral vibe, and an evening of entertainment with seating options available for all attendees.
McGregor and Walnut Springs Game Highlight Town Picnic Day
Town events announce a dinner from noon to two with all main businesses closing for a picnic. Dr. Kesler of Baylor University delivers an address while McGregor plays Walnut Springs in the afternoon football clash. Good music portends a festive afternoon.
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Kesler
Baylor University
McGregor
Walnut Springs
Clifton Transforms from Town to City in Growth Push
Clifton with capital and business leaders drives a rapid rise from town to city status. The piece emphasizes unity and a shared belief in a square deal as the community aims to reach 5000 residents within three years and attract prosperity.
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Clifton
Fatal shooting near Paige shocks Bastrop area
Sheriff Townsend and County Attorney Jenkins rushed to Paige to probe the death of Dec McDavid a respected local farmer after Constable Dunbar shot at a fleeing Black suspect Joe McNeil. McDavid died minutes after injury. The suspect was wounded. Dunbar expressed regret. The report also notes Texas primary turnout figures.
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Bastrop
Texas
Aug
Townsend
Jenkins
Paige
Dec McDavid
Dunbar
Joe McNeil
McDavid
David
Platform Dance Announced for Camp Grounds
Platform dance each afternoon and night with music by the Westley Orchestra. Campers arrived Saturday evening and yesterday. Best of order will be kept. enjoy yourselves while here.
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Westley Orchestra
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Meridian
A. W. Cooper
Jonathan McFadden
Rafe Alford
Hice
Tom Bates
Bernt Rogstad
Jos. W. Moon
Magnolia
Marechal Neil
Victor
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Cess Mould Board Plows
Canton
Co. Clifton
Negro
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