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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1926
Page
7
Epworth and Graham groups promote a three act comedy Am I Intruding. The event is slated for May 6 with local performances and cast details likely announced by area theaters and sponsors.
Breck enridge residents Mr and Mrs John Clark visited Graham Sunday. Mr Roy Wheat and family went to Dallas. Pedigreed Cotton Seeds advertised by Bower Feed Store. W E Stepp and wife in Denver Colorado. J C Petty from Red Top Monday. E C Smith named new manager at C L Wood Drug Company. Jameson Fashion Shop features latest millinery arrivals. Mrs G W McComas requests Leader to Denton Texas. A W Kay Mrs I T Gilmer and son John visit Dallas this week.
Mr. T. H. Allen and family of Breckenridge visited S. J. Allen Sunday. Mrs. Lisle Skinner's subscription was moved up another year this weekend as a sale promotion at Morrison's highlights big bargains Friday Saturday and Monday.
Mr. C. B. Hockaday is among those who renewed for the Leader this year. The item notes renewals and highlights local civic participation in community subscriptions.
Mr and Mrs Herbert Redders and their young son from Caddo spent the weekend visiting relatives in the area.
Egg Mash that increases egg production offered by Graham Mill and Elevator Co at 35 to 36 cents. Note mentions Mr and Mrs J W Daw of Proffitt visiting Graham on Tuesday and commenting on good local small grain acreage.
Mr Walter Dearman and his family visit from Havana Cuba. Friends greet him and note LeSage Motor Company runs a fine business in Havana.
Mr and Mrs W S Brandon of Banger visited Graham Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs James G Staples of Jean were Graham visitors Saturday evening. Remember May is Mothers Day. A line of Mothers Day cards at Snoddy and Son.
Dr. W. O. Padgett and family left Sunday for Dallas where Dr. Padgett will attend the American Medical Association meeting.
Rev. P. H. Gates of Newcastle visited Graham on Saturday and stopped at the office during his trip. The greeting reflected local cordiality and appreciation for the minister’s stop.
Mrs. M. W. Lamour and her daughter Susie returned Sunday from a visit to Mr. and Mrs. Clint Copeland in Smackover Arkansas, while the family business features pedigreed cotton seeds at 301h.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. J. Rehders recently came back from California and now occupy apartments at Mrs. W. P. Stinson's residence.
A clever comedy titled Am I Intruding? premieres May 6. Mr and Mrs W E Stepp and their daughter visited Graham for the weekend to see Mrs L E Norman.
Mrs Grady Westmoreland and her little daughter departed last Saturday for Texarkana following a stay with her sister Mrs J W Perkins in the area.
During a three day event the John E Morrison Co promotes a big sale with items priced at 35 cents each. The sale runs Friday Saturday and Monday as advertised in local notices.
Mr and Mrs L D Lovett returned from Galveston where they attended a public utilities convention. Mr Lovett says the meeting was pleasant and profitable.
Mr. T. F. Kindley, from Route A, visited on Monday at age eighty two and renewed his Leader subscription, showing unusual activity for his years.
Graham Mill and Elevator Co sells Queen of Dixie Buttermilk Starter at 35 to 36 cents, promoted to accelerate growth of baby chicks and cut losses to a minimum.
Mr J W Hamm of Lockney Texas a former citizen of Young County sent in his renewal last week stating that they appreciate the Leader.
Mr. B. W. Drum visits from the farm to say his wife Mrs. Drum fell during the recent snow and has not been improving much.
Mr J L McLaren called last Saturday and renewed for the Leader. He is one of the old timers who has been reading the home paper many years.
Rev W E B Lockridge left this morning with some debaters of the high school for the District Interscholastic League meet in Iowa Park. The store advertises year long towel discounts offering savings on bulk purchases.
Marivirgille was born Septem ber 28 1924 to Floy V Hinson and his wife. Placed on the Cradle Roll in infancy she soon joined Sunday School. The tribute recalls her early eagerness to learn and the joy she brought to her family before her brief life ended on April 19. Her Sunday School Teacher.
Mrs. G. H. Gregg submitted her renewal to the Leader this week. Miss Reta Ragland renewed for the Leader this week. Miss Bladen Garrett departed Wednesday for a Dallas visit. Miss Annie Lloyd of Olney visits Misses Marie and Bobby Parsley.
An old classified item announces a big sale event by THE JOHN E MORRISON CO. for Friday Saturday and Monday with 35e details implied.
Mrs Will Copeland is renewed for the Leader and sent to T B Wyatt in Earth Texas. The notice confirms delivery and ongoing assignment to the named recipient and location.
Mr and Mrs Emmett Stewart arrived yesterday by car from Florida to visit Mr and Mrs W A Stewart in town.
Street & Co announces a special sale featuring Huck and Turkish towels. The offer highlights discounted prices on bath linens at the street level shop.
Mr. Carroll McConnell and family of Palo Pinto spent the weekend here with Mr. and Mrs. Pat Bryan.
Mr S R Jeffery of Ingleside Ranch was a Graham visitor yesterday after returning from his Eliasville ranch.
Local store advertises discounts on a wide range of towels and wash rags with aggressive bargain pricing. Retailer invites shoppers to visit the sale for low prices and variety in stock.
Secretary T. T. George has been confined to his home for two days due to the flu. Medical staff report improving condition with rest and care.
Mr. Jim Stewart of Hood County visited his niece Mrs. Joe Clark on Sunday. He was among the county’s first settlers but has been away many years.
A brief notice promotes QUEEN OF DIXIE Poultry Feeds as a pleasing option for results at moderate expense and states the product is sold by Graham.
Mitchell McLendon, after weeks of flu and complications, traveled to Dallas for tests. X rays indicate a normal heart and doctors report improvement with hope for full recovery soon.
Summerour and Son of Vernon Texas offer Summerour Western Wonder cotton seed. One of the earliest maturing varieties with high lint yield and good staple. Seed within reach of every farmer through Bower Feed Store Graham Texas local representatives.
Principal Stanley H. Peavy plans to travel to Iowa Park in the morning to attend the district meeting of the Interscholastic League. Graham has several representatives in the various contests.
A local OLDSMOBILE owner shared positive remarks about the OLDSMOBILE “SIX” during a community gathering. Mrs. T. A. Sudberry delivered two large Min orca eggs to our office, one measuring 5 1/2 by 7 1/2 inches and the other 8 by 2 1/2 inches, noted as unusually large hen eggs.
A reflective verse urges careful printing and writing to avoid harm. It emphasizes fairness and positive impact, urging writers to let their words uplift and not scar readers, ending with a call to responsible communication.
A short poem warns that corn can be used to feed in bread or to produce alcohol. It notes corn is a blessing when milled into bread but a curse when distilled into drink, harming those who drink it while aiding those who eat it. It contrasts bread as servant to eater and drink as master over the drinker, ending with a warning about its strength.
In a humorous scene a man at a Russian restaurant signals a waiter and says I believe I'd like that. He tries to hide his ignorance of the language by mispronouncing and pointing to a menu item.
Archaeologists report an ancient city ruin along the Muddy River in Nevada. They describe it as among the oldest urban sites ever discovered globally, with implications for prehistoric civilizations in North America.
Hinson Hockaday Grain Co offers selected field and garden seeds for farmers and gardeners. Explore a range of certified varieties and sowing mixes with expert guidance from the Hinson Hockaday Grain Co team.
Mr. Willie Wadley came back from Fort Worth with his son after two weeks of examination and treatment. The child suffered flu that settled in the heart but is now much improved and expected to be well within weeks if progress continues.
An audience rioted after a Lyric advertisement listed a show with 350 attendees and 100 costumes. Bert notes the misprint spurred the disruption as patrons questioned the production’s scale.
A large selection of remnants goes on sale this week with many pieces discounted. Shoppers are urged to visit the store for limited stock and exclusive prices.
Slake one half bushel quicklime with warm water then strain. Mix in salt rice plaster glue and hot water and let stand. Apply a pint per square yard with brushes. Uses indoors or outdoors and preserves brilliancy. color optional. carbolic acid adds disinfection. Source Farmers Bulletin 305 U S Department of Agriculture.
Lawson asks what happened to fine old names and Watson mocks by proposing Extravagance and Hysteria as daughters, as quoted by the Kansas City Star.
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