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Newspaper
Dallas Express
Location
Dallas, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1922
Page
4
Local notes report visitors and returns from Longview Gilmer Gonzales and Dallas plus church events revival plans and Sunday school openings. Mentions include Rev P M Miller Mt Zion church Tyler area and Mt Hebron Presbyterian announcements with upcoming synod sessions and teachers institute.
R. R. Rice recalls humane treatment for tenants on his Warner plantation in Arkansas, hosting a large gathering with barbecued meat and music. A European observer reports anti–Negro propaganda spreading in Europe and discusses American race prejudice, its causes, and perceptions of U.S. race relations.
George Green was found dead along Cotton Belt tracks near Finn, Arkansas, last Saturday afternoon. LeRoy and Benny Torrance are jailed, charged with murder. Coroner says death from a head wound caused by a sharp instrument, likely an ax. An ax with blood stains was found at the Torrances’ home. authorities say threats were made against Green. A second note states Mrs. Janie Belle Quarles sues McCormick County for 2000 over events following a lynching last June.
The General Bowden Baptist District association of Texas met at Mt. Corinth Baptist church with 250 delegates to launch a $2,000 missionary and educational drive. A seven voice chorus directed by Prof. L. L. Prader highlighted the gathering chaired by Revs. M. A. Robinson and W. T. Boulden.
Bibb county grand jury, in session three weeks, will recess while the Monroe jury sits. Witnesses summoned will travel to Griffin. No indictments yet. probe likely to last over a month with many sessions and witnesses. Judge Brandis to be principal speaker.
Justice Louis D Brandies will attend the National Cuban League annual convention in Pittsburgh from October 18 to 20 and deliver the principal address on interracial relations. Brandies, noted for social reform scholarship, is expected to attract broad attention.
Willie Artis of Quigte Street was acquitted of murder in the death of Fritg R. Harvard on Sept. 7 after a trial before Recorder Holington. The sole witness said Artis was cleaning a Winchester rifle aboard a tug boat when the weapon exploded, the bullet striking Harvard about 200 yards away as he inspected timber.
The body of Alfred Crawford a 24 year old Bayonne resident was recovered Tuesday afternoon after drowning while crabbing in New York Bay on Sunday. He was found by Gustave Hin at the foot of 18th street, with reports noting a fall near the Lehigh Valley Railroad crossing.
In Dallas Texas on September 7 torches were used to burn bed clothing in two homes of prominent families. Occupants were away. flames started in bedrooms. Firefighters contained the blazes with minor losses. A man held confessed. others sought, health authorities may test the prisoner’s sanity if no further suspects are found.
Star Harness Company at 1003 Elmat Poydras offers guns fishing tackle hunting coats vests belts puttees dog collars saddles harness locks keys and ammunition. They advertise general repairing on leather and guns.
A fragmented ad touts a hair growth product named Hair Grower claiming three month results and soft glossy bal output. It mentions a trial, city attention, and a guarantee of real growth with no harm, inviting orders and postage paid delivery from a Missouri address.
John Van Stiele 55 of Summer Street collapsed in Washington Street Newark while attending the Elks convention. He died at City Hospital minutes after arrival from heart disease. Trenton lodge officials arranged body care through the lodge.
Preston Fort Worth Texas reports from the local YMCA indicate a strong job effort with 1,214 applicants in three months and 1,200 placed. Seventy three positions remain to be filled.
MME LUELLA MEDANIELS of Greenville Texas advertises a hair growth system claiming to cure dandruff and strengthen scalp. The circular offers full information by mail and lists treatment options including oil remedies and cheap therapies, inviting readers to request details.
Viola Lockhart announces agents wanted in Mine Virginia Territory. Address listed as 2519 Fairmount Alley Dallas Texas. Advertisement emphasizes recruitment opportunities and nationwide outreach.
Advertisement for a genuine imported German automatic pistol Dreyse Caliber 32. Claims light, compact design, high accuracy and rapid fire with a 6 shot capacity. Priced at 25.00 with special offer 2.50 shipping, order by mail to an address in Desmaine Street, Annee, Panes.
Memphis Tenn Sept 1 Beane announces a new school building for Negroes at the corner of town and Wellington streets. The eight classroom facility will include lunchrooms playroom boiler and toilet rooms in the basement with modern features and an estimated cost around 4000 dollars.
Advertisement for Excelsior Mutual Benefit Association promises 24 hour death claims payouts. It urges people needing protection to visit room 208 at Elm Street location or call 2649 Elm St or 4687 H Strickland, President, and Secretary Ooptblld.
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