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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1916
Page
1
The B W M W gathered at Mother Shorts to present Quintily wrapped gifts to Mrs Huckleberry who opened each package with praise. The group laments the loss of their number one whose devout example inspired both old and young as they bid her God speed and a blessed voyage to her new home.
The Padgett case opened in Henrieita district court last Monday with evidence-taking begun Tuesday and expected to finish by Wednesday night or Thursday morning. Attorneys will present arguments, and a jury could be reached by Saturday morning. Graham citizens attend as witnesses.
Mrs. T W Comstock died at her son C M Comstock’s home four miles from Bryson Monday morning. She was born October 18 1835 in Kentucky and drew a Mexican War pension. She leaves four sons and one daughter. She had been a Methodist member for seventy five years and was buried in Cottonwood Cemetery Tuesday evening.
The notice calls all to meet at the Court House at 1 30 p m Saturday December 9 1916. Do not miss being present. The business to be attended to will please all attendees. F Herron Adjutant.
Will Stewart and his boys depart soon for Oklahoma where he has accepted a fine role. He is praised as an outstanding salesman and a drawing personality for S. B. Street company, with energetic drive and high prospects. The Leader wishes him success and hometown friends send best wishes to the family. U D C members will meet Mrs. W H Logan on Thursday night December 14 to attend important business and urge full attendance.
John M. French, 73, died December 6 at his home after a yearlong illness from Brights disease. Born September 16, 1843, he served two years in the Civil War. Survived by a total of several children from three marriages. burial at Oak Grove cemetery with Christian church minister Rev. J. E. Evans officiating. The Leader extends sympathy.
Fort Worth reports that on December 2 a woman, Miss Annie W. Blanton of the Den ton state normal school, was elected president of the Texas Teachers' association, creating a historic moment before a 4,000 strong crowd. Other officers include A. W. Birdwell, M. M. Dupr ee, E. L. White, R. T. Ellis, and B. B. Coff.
Be program topics and leaders listed along with Bible readings by Miss Lorena Wallace and Miss Lucile Reed. J P Haire and family travel via Jean after visiting Bridgeport. Cattle tick quarantine relief announced covering 5,424 square miles in Texas and 27,172 square miles across four states. Thanksgiving Day described as ideal with church service, crowds, and Woodmen turkey spread.
A pleasant afternoon gathering was hosted by Mrs. Lynch on Tuesday with sunshine and a warm welcome. A large attendance included Mesdames Nat Price Buck Stuart John Norman B. B. Garrett Z. A. Hudson Ely B. Kramer W. E. Crim Horace Ribble and Miss Mary Ellen Burkett, marking Priscillas last meeting before the holidays.
Hand Silsbee J. M. Hand and Mrs. Sallie B. Silsbee were married last Wednesday November 29 1916 at the bride’s sister Mrs. Beasley home in Longview Texas The Leader extends congratulations.
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