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Newspaper

Graham Leader

Location

Graham, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1925

Page

4

Dodge Brothers Advocate One Design Policy Gains Momentum

Russel Huff, Dodge Brothers director of engineering, champions a single basic design rather than yearly models. He argues reduced costs, higher resale value, and steadier engineering focus benefit owners, dealers, and the industry, noting high customer satisfaction among over 1.25 million owners.

Dodge Brothers Russel Huff Huff John Horace Dodge

Hereford Auction Sale At Albany Show Opens Morning

The Shackelford County Breeders Association holds a February 28 1925 sale in Albany Texas featuring Hereford cattle and other animals. The show starts early with judging and the auction begins at one o clock, with many members listing additional offerings.

Shackelford County Breeders Association Albany Texas

Guardianship Notice in Young County Texas 1925

Temporary Guardian F G Holcomb petitions County Court of Young County to authorize a mineral oil and gas lease of minors Grady Holcomb Jewell Holcomb and Ollie May Holcomb. Hearing set at Graham Court House February 21 1925.

Grady Holcomb Young County Texas I. F. G. Holcomb Jewell Holcomb Ollie May Holcomb Graham F. G. Holcomb

Wordplay Grimace or Stag Nation Jibe

A quip about a country without women leads to the punchline stag nation. The exchange mocks gender exclusion with a sharp pun on stag meaning male and nation.

Blonde Bess Reveals Worldly Boarding House Tale

Blonde Bess describes a curious scene at a boarding house where a resident circles the globe daily, but she finally reveals the mystery is nothing exotic. It is Mike the goldfish.

Bess Mike

Boston Claims First Automobile Garage Opening

Boston asserts it opened the earliest automobile garage in the early 1890s, marking a milestone in automotive history.

Boston

Texas and Oklahoma Oddities Highlighted in Briefs

An Oklahoma bandit died of heart failure after a failed store robbery. Reports claim Texas hosts 90 year old twins claimed as America’s oldest. A playful note praises women in political and legal roles.

Oklahoma Texas America

1925 Predicted Dry Year Sparks Cautious Forecast

Weather experts forecast 1925 may be the driest year of the century but underscore the need for provisos. The public is urged to consider uncertainties and regional variations in drought projections.

Vaal River Diamond Rush Spurs Talk of Fortunes and Hijack Thrills

The African diamond rush along the Vaal river is described as full of activity with fortunes possible to gain or lose. The text suggests hijacking remains a thrilling risk amid the bustle.

Vaal River

Thief in San Antonio Stole Materials for a Bungalow

A San Antonio thief reportedly stole enough material to build a bungalow and nearly enough furniture to outfit it before being caught, highlighting a notably clever burglary.

San Antonio

Guardianship by Publication for Vernon Wims Minor

Public notice issued in Young County Texas calls for weekly publication for ten days in a Graham newspaper. Mrs L C Tivis seeks Letters of Guardianship over Vernon Wims with a hearing set by the County Court on April 6 1925 at the Graham courthouse.

Washington Scientists Weigh Earth vs New York Doomsayers

Report notes Washington scientists weighed the earth with greater reliability than New York extremists who predicted the end of all things on February 6. The contrast highlights cautious scientific work against sensational prophecy.

Washington New York

Notice in Probate Estate of W. H. Ardis Deceased

Notice in probate announces the application by W P Stinson for appointment as administrator of W H Ardis estate and letters of administration. The Young County Court requires all interested parties to appear at Graham Texas on the court’s first day to answer the petition. W H Kennedy signs the notice dated February 16 1925.

Young County State of Texas W. H. Ardis W. P. Stinson Graham Texas W.H. Kennedy

Dempsey Says Marriage Won’t Halt His Boxing Drive

Jack Dempsey declares his marriage to film star Miss Estelle Taylor has no impact on his boxing goals. He says he is willing to fight any challenger and will defend his title if necessary, even if Estelle proves handy with the roller pin in disciplining husbands.

Jack Dempsey Estelle Taylor Estelle

Bryan Heads for Biblical Topics in Miami Interview

William Jennings Bryan wintering at his Miami home avoids politics and redirects questions to scripture. The Nebraska figure says he is retired, yet observers think he has some scheme in mind.

William Jennings Bryan Miami Florida

University of Kentucky Offers Senior Course in Crosswords

Dean F Paul Anderson announces a senior course in cross word puzzles at the University of Kentucky. He says the game is educational scientific instructive and mentally stimulating and not a fad as he seeks more descriptive adjectives to boost the program.

University of Kentucky F. Paul Anderson

Corncobs Tested as Festive Food by Indianapolis Chemist

A research chemist in Indianapolis reports corncobs can be refined into an edible form superior to wheat bran for meals. He envisions cob products on ordinary menus, and jokes that if President Coolidge adopts corncob fare it would confirm his economy program.

Indianapolis Coolidge

Probate of C W Johnson Sr Will in Young County

Blanche Johnson and C W Johnson Jr filed for probate of the written will and letters testamentary for C W Johnson Sr deceased. The County Court of Young County will hear the application on April 6, 1925 at the Graham courthouse. interested parties must appear and answer. W H Kennedy, dated February 16, 1925.

San Quentin Prison Offers Work Attempt for All Inmates

Warden Frank J. Smith states every prisoner at San Quentin, California will be given a chance to work. The program aims to deny no one outside or inside the penitentiary. he cites work as the most commendable means of earning a living.

San Quentin California Frank J. Smith State Penitentiary

Dallas News Note on State and National Briefs

The Dallas News highlights its nationwide brief notices page, showcasing state and international items gathered from dependable agencies. It emphasizes credibility and authentic information as core to its long service from Texas Republic days to the present.

Dallas News Texas Republic

Texas approves bank funding switch to bond system

Governor Ferguson signs the bill allowing state banks to convert from the guaranty fund to the bond system. Texas has 942 state banks and many are expected to adopt the bond plan. Elder R T Harris of Abilene Christian College preached at the Christian Church near the high school noting a strong year with the college valued at nearly half a million dollars and over 800 students enrolled.

Ferguson Texas R. T. Harris Abilene Christian College Christian Church

Knocking Dints Your Welcome Line Says Talk Your Own

A compact note presents a terse, modern phrasing about boundaries and social reception. The opener warns that aggressive lines reduce hospitality and invites clearer self framing in conversation.

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Security Electric .Co Dayton Ohio U ACT OF General Delco Frigidaire Service B. H. Flowers, Prop Ind S. W Graham, Texas Hereford Ine State OF Vernon Wims L. C. Tivis C. W. Johnson Blanche Johnson C. W. Johnson, Jr C. W. Johnson, Sr Said County Clerk County Daily the Fair Store Birdsong Stand West Side Square Hinson-Hockaday Grain CO Mineral Wells Eliasville
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