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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1925
Page
6
Austin reports a special teachers examination will be held at each county seat on Saturday August 29. It is open to teachers building on second or first grade certificates to obtain first grade or permanent certificates, under the pre 1921 law. Those seeking old certificates cannot use the 1921 statute. the build time ends September 1 1925.
A 1924 Treasury Department statement lists massive nonessential expenditures by category including tobacco 1.847 billion and beverages 820 million. The text argues six months of that fund could pave the entire Federal Highway System enabling travel between county seats on paved roads nationwide.
Mr S Dozier and his son Fuller along with granddaughter Bobbie visited Graham today. Dozier, a faithful Leader subscriber, renewed his subscription during the visit in Newcastle.
Hon. Thomas G. Binkley and his family returned Tuesday from a trip to Temple and other points, reporting a pleasant sojourn and brief stops along the way.
Mr. F. M. Burkett departed this morning for Fort Worth. The brief note records his travel in relation to ongoing local affairs.
In The Leader last week Mr. T P Simpson was noted to bring a 47 pound melon, then a 51.5 pound find, and finally a 57 pound fruit. The dry season did not deter growers like Simpson, S L Ribble, J M Cave and others south of the Brazos, with Roy Motes west of town reporting a 70 pound melon.
Mrs N Gegg of Farmer asks The Leader to announce a cemetery working at Farmer on Saturday September 5. All interested should come or send a helper to maintain the cemetery. Bring dinner and working tools. if not finished by noon, stay until the job is completed.
Mr F F Saunders and Miss Daisy Larner of Olney wed in Graham after securing marriage papers from County Clerk W H Kennedy. The ceremony was performed by J T Rickman justice of the peace of precinct No 1.
City and justice courts have seen multiple speeding pleas as officers battle a recent surge in reckless driving. Police say the workload is heavy but steady, and with more enforcement likely the offenders may learn it costs more to ignore traffic regulations.
The Federal Bureau of Efficient and the Treasury announce that over 800 tons of one dollar bills will circulate this year, up from zero in 1900, as they promote higher denominations. The study links public habit to carrying many ones, causing increased wear and bulk in currency.
The Midland County Chamber of Commerce announced a world record level of local engagement. From a 1924 start with 95 members, an eight week push added 402 members, aided by women boosters led by Mrs. Homer W. Rowe, with broad participation across Midland families and farmers.
Ranger Aug 25 Justice of the Peace J H Webb met Frank Maupin of Oakley and Ella Perry of Ranger on the road near Ranger and married them in their car. The ceremony was performed in the highway after confirming the marriage certificate. Maupin plans to live on his Oakley farm with his bride.
Cloudy skies linger over Graham with no rain yet this Thursday. Temperature has cooled after recent showers in other parts of the state, making conditions pleasant. old timers predicted rain yesterday. Presbyterian Church reports no Sunday preaching, but Sunday School proceeds with a full attendance urged to support the Orphans Home offering.
The church reports 133 in Bible School last Sunday and aims for 150 next Sunday. Preaching is at 10:45 a.m. and 8:15 p.m. by Pastor Cc. C. Klingman.
The DeMolay Band will give a concert on the courthouse lawn Friday night. The public enjoys these concerts and many drive in several miles to hear the music.
City banks will be closed on Labor Day Monday September 7.
Arch Deacon Harry Lee Virden will hold services at the Episcopal Church at 11 a m on Sunday September 6. The event invites parishioners and residents to attend the morning gathering.
The Intermediate Christian Endeavor of the Presbyterian Church met Sunday evening at seven with eight answering roll. T. J. Price led the gathering and the evening's subject was Envy Anger and Hatred.
Mr J L McLaren and family came back Sunday from a week in Paducah country. He reports crops good in Cattle County. A Paducah Post interview last week quoted him and the editor. McLaren says the Post pictured Young County conditions worse than he intended.
Mrs J R McCarroll of Bullard arrived Monday night to spend a few days as the guest of Mrs H L Morrison. A former resident, she is kept in touch with a wide circle of friends who are glad to see her back in town.
Mr and Mrs Fuller Dozier announce the birth of a son on Saturday August 22 at their home near Newcastle.
In his philosopher’s column Ed Purdy observes that as women age they become craftier on life’s seas. He contrasts youth’s gullibility with experience, suggesting maturity brings shrewd, savvy behavior in relationships and society.
A. K. Short of the Sears Roebuck Agricultural Foundation at Dallas says planting small grain crops now through early December can cut the average farm’s live stock feed bill by at least half and improve soil productivity. He favors oats, barley, wheat, and rye for winter grazing and cover, with sowing rates for wheat or rye at 2 to 2.5 bushels per acre and oats or barley at 3 to 4 bushels. Sudan grass sorghum and millet should be broadcast, Sudan grass 20–35 lb, sorghum 0.5–1.5 bushels, millet 30–40 lb.
The item lists scientific curiosities about a man’s components and their quantities versus everyday objects. It mentions fat for soap, iron for a nail, sugar for a shaker, lime for whitening a chicken coop, phosphorous for match tips, magnesium for medicine, potassium for a toy cannon, and sulfur for fleas. The piece notes the total value as ninety eight cents with prices rising in the era.
R F Bills and Miss Mandy Es tell Youngblood W F Sanders and Miss Daisy Larner Dula Rogers and Miss Elsie Lancaster obtained marriage licenses in a brief local notice listing the couples.
Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Oatman are Graham visitors today. Your future success and happiness depends upon what you do now.
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