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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1923
Page
5
The oil industry plans a grand Home-coming in Tulsa Oklahoma during the week of October 8 in conjunction with the International Petroleum Exposition and Congress. Delegates from diverse backgrounds will reunite, renew bonds, and showcase oil fraternity worldwide reinforcing industry ties.
National Theatre screens Daddy next Monday and Tuesday revealing Jackie Coogan’s peak as an actor. The First National picture, produced by Sol Lesser and directed by E Mason Hopper, traces his journey from Oliver Twist to a profound portrayal of despair centered in a single pivotal scene. The cast includes Bert Woodruff Anna Townsend William Lewis George Kuwa Arthur Carewe and Josie Sedgwick.
Edward Bok offers 100000 for best plan to cooperate with nations for world peace. Two payments possible, 50000 after jury picks, 50000 after Senate approval or broad public support. Submissions must be typewritten single sided, anonymous, with sealed envelope and 500 word summary. Due by Nov 15, 1923. Jury may announce in early 1924.
Graham managers Martin Creek and J E Gamblin toured the area distributing circulars about a big rodeo to be pulled off in Graham on August 11 and 12. The program promises to attract contestants and spectators from a wide territory with several indicating plans to attend.
Mrs Marshall Bryant expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors in Graham for their sympathy and support during a pounding on July 80th. She wishes blessings on all and thanks everyone for their consideration.
Ed Purdy reports from Europe that short skirts are coming back. He observed a large group wearing them during a trip to Scotland.
Misses Lillie Mae and Avis Calvin of Graham were honored by Mr. and Mrs. Morris Hannis at their North Olney home. Guests included Della and Lucille Hutchings Geral dine Inez McCracken Lois Cook Hallye Annie Eloise Farmer Bernice Benson Geneva Groves Fannie Noah Edith Pickett and several ladies.
Miss Eloise Annie and Hallye Farmer hosted the Misses Calvin with a watermelon feast at the lake. Chaperoned by Mr and Mrs Deets and Mr and Mrs Hannis, guests rode boats since swimming was not allowed. Refreshments included watermelons and lemonade with a large party of Calvins and Farmers.
Notice states on July 20 1923 the company filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission in Washington DC for certificates of public convenience and necessity to build a Tucumcari New Mexico to Seymour Texas line about 303 miles and Perrin Texas to Fort Worth Texas about 57 miles totaling roughly 360 miles.
Elmer M. D. Brown and team at Brown and Graham operate from the First National Bank Building in Graham Texas. The firm provides legal services in the local area with a focus on professional practice and community affairs.
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