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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1924
Page
4
A heartfelt memorial poem devoted to Iris Catherine Wood Eris who died at 13 months. The tribute speaks of loss, heavenly ascent, and the belief that she now enjoys God’s sunshine, with references to Oak Grove cemetery and eternal reunion.
The Woman’s Missionary Union of the Young County Baptist Association meets at First Baptist Church Eliasville on September 4 at 10 a.m. The day includes songs, devotional, talks on missions benevolence education and church work, round table sessions, special music, and reports from Graham Olney South Bend Loving Newcastle Indian Mound Orth and Eliasville. Mrs W C McGrew underwent surgery and is resting well.
At the Brownwood American Legion meeting Alvin Owsley urged Texas Legionnaires to focus on caring for World War II orphans and other constructive efforts. He warned that memory alone cannot sustain the organization and that civic clubs thrive only when they act with real purpose beyond talk.
The passage contrasts groups that linger on past achievements with those who keep moving forward. It likens stagnant attitudes to war veterans who attend conventions to relive old glories, warning that dwelling on the past neglects present duties and future plans. The tone urges continued effort and progress.
The Presbyterian Auxiliary met Thursday morning August 14 with Mrs. C E Beavers host. Members planned a fair booth and a party for students leaving for college. Donations totaling 28 to Orphans Home Files Valley and Christian education plus ministerial relief were reported. A message from Rev. Plumer Smith on Africa was read.
Missionary SAM MALONE urges full church representation for the Young County Baptist Association meeting at Eliasville on Friday September 5. Plans include finishing the 75 Million Campaign, funding Associational Missions, and pledging sixty cents per member. Dr. L R Scarborough expected to attend Friday night. countywide turnout emphasized. John Horn pleased to be summoned for petit jury, avoiding cotton picking, while neighbors fear a late baseball season may affect his crop.
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