Railroads face consolidation plan under Esch Cummins Act
Walter Splawn describes the railroad consolidation push under the 1920 Transportation Act. The Interstate Commerce Commission is tasked to draft a nationwide plan to merge Class I through III lines into a few systems, overriding state laws where needed, with debate over constitutionality and reliance on competition.
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Interstate Commerce Commssion
United States
Hoover
Cummins
Iowa
Walter Splawn
Severa
James J. Hill
E. H. Barriman
Department of Justice
Supreme Court
Interstate Commerce Commission
Congress
Commission
Oklahoma move for North Texas Electric and Machine
The North Texas Electric and Machine Company of Graham has merged with the Standard Tool and Supply Company of Wewoka Oklahoma and will relocate its shop to Oklahoma.
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North Texas Electric and Machine Company of
Graham
Standard Tool and Supply Company
Wewoka
Okla
Oklahoma
Fair Has Something For Everyone At The Big Event
Organizers promise a wide range of attractions and activities to engage visitors of all ages at the upcoming fair. Vendors, entertainment, demonstrations, and contests will run throughout the event with something new each hour.
Tissue Gingham Final Close Out Sale at Street & Co
Final close out sale of tissue ginghams at Street & Co prompts entry for a fair. Shoppers may win a cash prize and blue ribbon with purchases and participation.
Murray Visitors Meet Local School Student This Summer
Mr J W Harty and his daughters Luna and Ora of Murray visited Graham last Saturday. They met Bill Hart who had returned from Denton where he had been at school this summer.
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J. W. Harty
Luna
Ora
Murray
Graham
Bill” Hart
Denton
Bryant Mayes couple wed in surprise ceremony
Boyd Mayes and Lois Bryant quietly married in a ceremony by Elder J. F. Pursley. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs W J Bryant of West Graham, taught in Young County schools. The groom, a Graham area native, is a rising businessman. They vacationed in Colorado and now reside at 416 Pecan Street.
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Graham
Colorado
Pecan Street
Bryant Family Recounts Colorado Trip
Mr and Mrs W J Bryant and daughter Erera returned from a two week trip to Colorado. They enjoyed the cool snowy atmosphere of the mountains with nights contrasting to Graham hot nights when they left around August 12.
New Millinery Stylish Hats for Ladies and Misses at
Fashion note announces new millinery line featuring stylish hats for ladies and misses. Shop highlights include wide-brim designs, decorative trims, and a range of colors. Located at local boutique with display windows.
Hughes Family Returns From Colorado Summer Outing
Mr. John Hughes came home by train with his family after a cottage stay in Colorado. He described a cool, snowy summer while others endured August heat.
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John Hughes
Colorado
Mr. Hughes
Ladies' Gingham Dresses Stock on Sale at Bargain Paleony
Street & Co announces an sale of the entire stock of ladies' gingham dresses at Bargain Paleony. Cleaned out selection offers wide range of sizes at reduced prices.
Vacation news from Betty Dawson and Mayes family
Miss Betty Dawson returned Friday night from vacation to Waco and other places and reports a great trip. Mr and Mrs Lacy Mayes children are on a Colorado excursion and are expected back this week.
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Betty Dawson
Waco
Lacy Mayes
Colorado
Three-day New Fall Coats Show at Three Stores
A big exclusive fall coats display spans November 8 9 10 with a large range of styles. The event promises bigger selections and a fuller line of outfits across participating shops.
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Street & CO
Miss Bessie Mayes Earns A B Degree at Baylor
Miss Bessie Mayes daughter of Mr and Mrs Jason Mayes 814 Kentucky Street received her A B degree from Baylor University this week She completed four years work in three by attending the summer session She has a good school record and has taken part in school activities She has been hired to teach at Bridgeport High School and will start September 10 She is visiting Bridgeport today and is expected home tomorrow.
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Bessie Mayes
Jason Mayes
Kentucky Street
Baylor University
Miss Mayes
Bridgeport
Bargain Balcony Sells Children’s Gingham Dresses
Bargain Balcony advertises children’s gingham dresses on sale at a fraction of value. The listing emphasizes low prices and a wide selection for shoppers seeking affordable school and play outfits.
School Opens Monday as Boys Push to Catch Up in Swimming
Students prepare for a new term with swimming practice intensifying before classes begin. The group resumes drills aiming to improve times and team readiness for the season ahead.
Boys' wash suits on sale in Bar gain Balcony
Value priced boys' wash suits listed up to 4.00 offered for 1.00 in the Bar gain Balcony. Miss Dorothy Eargle returns from Fort Worth after college session.
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Street & CO
Virginia Congressman Slemp Named Secretary to President
C Bescom Slemp former Virginia congressman becomes new secretary to President Coolidge in a surprise appointment signaling the administration's 1924 nomination ambitions. The move suggests the new executive seeks to strengthen his inner circle and political influence.
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C. Bescom Slemp
Virginia
Coolidge
May couple to visit Graham hosts in Texas
Mr. and Mrs. Hugh May of Dallas are expected this week for an extended visit to Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Miller east of Graham, Texas.
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Hugh May
Dallas
C. J. Miller
Graham
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