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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1925
Page
1
Governor Ferguson issued a formal statement refusing to summon a special session of the Texas legislature at this time. She cited lack of necessity and expense, noting prior highway efforts and public debate, and warned she would seek lawmakers’ aid only if urgent public need arises.
Pupils of Miss Lillie Mae Calvin will present two piano recitals in the High School auditorium next week. The grammar grade recital is Tuesday at 7 30 p m and the high school recital is Thursday at the same hour. Programs will be standard and well prepared.
County Judge Parsley reports that Guy R. Johnson has been approved by the highway commission as county engineer for Young County highways. Johnson will begin surveying next week with construction bonds ready soon, and local observers expect rapid progress and fiscal safeguards from the new project with support from Austin.
A Santa Fe surveying crew renews work on a Graham to Fort Worth route to shorten the line by about fifteen miles. The scans follow a Post to Graham path through Haskell and Throckmorton with the aim of a direct Perrin Saginaw link and potential westward rail expansion. Graham residents back a new line to spur development and westward outgrowth for Fort Worth and the panhandle.
The report names Rev. G. W. Black and many others who attended the Baptist General Convention in Mineral Wells last week including Rev. and Mrs. W. E. B. Lockridge Rev. and Mrs. E. M. Agee Rev. and Mrs. T. R. Paden Mr. and Mrs. Dan Orr Mr. R. M. Williams Mrs. T. O. Calvin and numerous others with several unconfirmed additional attendees.
A district Ford dealers meeting for this section will be held in Graham on Friday December 11. A company representative will attend and all Ford dealers in the territory are urged to attend the convention.
Graham Highs fought hard on a windy field but lost 40 to 10 to Cleburne High School. About 400 hometown fans attended as Graham, hampered by limited substitutes, faced a fresher Yellow Jackets squad and endured heavy wind at Romhe Field. Cleburne outworked Graham with multiple first downs and two quarters of scoring, while Graham’s Atkins added a late 43 yard kick but the effort fell short.
Mr. W. E. Kirtley of South Plum Street brought to our office a very large Rhode Island egg. It measured about 6 3 8 by 7 3 4 inches and weighed just over a quarter pound, surpassing two average eggs. The egg was one of the largest seen here, slightly larger than a similar egg from two years ago.
P H Rollen died at his East Third Street home early Saturday. Funeral services were conducted by Rev T Edgar Neal at Oak Grove Cemetery where he was laid to rest. Born August 25 1853 he came here five years ago and with his wife operated the O K Rooming House. He leaves his wife three sons and one daughter.
Postmaster C. L. Long says Washington instructs Graham to close Christmas Day for deliveries. Patrons should mail packages early to ensure delivery by December 24 and mail cards promptly to allow processing time. Cooperation urged to allow all postal staff to enjoy the holidays.
Mr. J. T. Rickman president of United Charities calls for a meeting of the entire Presbyterian Church board both old and new members on Sunday afternoon at 2 30 oclock.
Archdeacon Virden will preach at the Episcopal Church Sunday evening at 7 30. The message is set for the parish within the city and invites all congregants to attend the service.
County Tax Collector W. E. Steele has received all supplies for issuing 1926 auto plates. New registrations before January 1 require registration for last quarter of 1925. 1926 plates differ by color and a headlight safety certificate is required with the license application.
The Gra-teca Camp Fire Girls hosted an informal banquet for Graham High football players at First Presbyterian Church. Tables featured purple and gold ribbons with crossed logs and flame symbols. toasts honored players, coach, and team members as the boys shared their greatest football thrills.
A. H. Jones of Young County dies at home in North Graham after several months of heart trouble and complications. Born August 25, 1856 in Iowa, he lived in Parker County before moving to Young County in 1878. He leaves a large family of 16 children, a devoted church member, and former county commissioner. Funeral at Tank Valley Cemetery conducted by Rev. G. W. Black with a large crowd present.
Stone Mountain Memorial campaign chairman urges support for the Memorial Fund in Georgia. Half dollar memorial coins will be sold by Graham banks to raise funds, with proceeds aiding the completion of Lone Mountain carvings honoring Confederate soldiers. Campaign ends January 23 with details to follow next week.
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