Local News Notes From Fort Worth and Area
Local items report visits and events from Fort Worth Graford and Wichita Falls including Mrs Bob Peterson and Mrs B F Goodson visiting, Mr J B Norris joining John E Morrison Co hardware, and a new daughter for H L Jameson. Recital by Miss Lillie Mae Calvin at the high school auditorium and Emory Prichard of Phoenix sending $5 to Oak Grove cemetery fund. Emory is a Graham native who married Mary Sue Wood.
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Lillie Mae Calvin
Emory Prichard
Phoenix
Arizona
Oak Grove
Emory
Graham
Mary Sue Wood
New Printed Silks Arrive in Wide Seasonal Range
The John E. Morrison Co reports a fresh line of printed silks in a broad array of designs and color combinations.
Mr and Mrs Tom Howell Visit Graham Relatives
Mr and Mrs Tom Howell of Lorenzo were in the city early this week after visiting markets. They continued to Graham to visit relatives during their return trip.
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Tom Howell
Lorenzo
City
Graham
New Wash Dresses in Linen and Broadcloth Styles
The John E. Morrison Co presents a wide range of wash dresses in linen, fine ginghams, voiles, solid colors, and stripes. See these pretty dresses available now.
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John E. Morrison CO
Suffering in Graham as illness confines residents
Reports from Graham area describe widespread illness with few severe cases. Many residents have limited movement and are confined to rooms for several days amid ongoing concerns about the outbreak.
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Graham
Reed wins cash over Ford car at tent show
Mr. Ludwell Reed was the lucky man at the tent show last Saturday night when he won the Ford car of 350 dollars in cash. He selected the cash instead of the car.
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Ludwell Reed
Woolen dress fabrics in new spring shades
Lightweight all wool fabrics described as 54 inches wide suitable for dresses and ensemble coats appear in fresh spring colorways. The material emphasizes warmth and tailored styling for upcoming seasons.
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John E. Morrison CO
Mr Homer Fords Radio Habit At Home Questioned
Friends report Homer Ford installed a radio and did not retire until three o clock the first night. Officials have not yet verified these statements by observing Mr Ford directly.
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Homer Ford
Ford
New Spring Millinery Hats for Ladies and Children
Tables and cases display a full range of spring hats for women and kids with every color shown. Latest styles and affordable prices promise a pleasing option for every shopper. The John B and Morrison Co present the offerings.
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John B&. Morrison CO
Fort Worth's Mr. Covey Visits City Today
Mr. L. G. Covey of Fort Worth is in the city today for undisclosed business.
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L. G. Covey
Fort Worth
City
Local Flu Victims Rise As Officials Announce Appointments
Mrs. W. O. Padgett is among several flu victims this week. Mr. W. E. Stephens of Jermyn visited Graham today. Dr. R. W. Rutherford has been appointed to the State Board of Veterinary Examiners.
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W. O. Padgett
W. E. Stephens
Jermyn
Graham
R. W. Rutherford
State Board of Veterinary Examiners
Petersons Move Into Caldwell House on East Third Street
Mrs. Bob Peterson and her son Lloyd Peterson with Joe Summerfield have moved to the A. E. Caldwell home located on East Third Street.
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Bob Peterson
Lloyd Peterson
Joe Summerfield
A. E. Caldwell
East Third Street
Miss Elizabeth Morrison Hosts Valentine Party for Youth
Miss Elizabeth Morrison entertained a large group of young people last Saturday evening with a festive valentine party.
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Elizabeth Morrison
Business Visitor Mr. Dewey Allen in Graham
San Angelo resident Dewey Allen visits Graham this week as a business guest. Friends hope he and his wife and baby will return to Graham.
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Dewey Allen
San Angelo
Graham
Linen shades offered at 95 cents a yard
A textile sale lists 15 new linen shades with shrink resistance and guaranteed fast colors. The quality is described as a $1.25 value, now offered at 95 cents per yard.
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John E. Morrison CO
Parker Couple Visited Graham From Bryson
Rev and Mrs R E Parker of Bryson visited Graham last Friday. Parker is the pastor of the Methodist Church in Bryson.
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R. E. Parker
Bryson
Graham
Brother Parker
Methodist
Chuch of
Proffitt Teacher Exam Sees Single Applicant
Mr. T. G. Taylor of Proffitt was the sole applicant in the teachers examination conducted here last Friday and Saturday.
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T. G. Taylor of
Proffitt
Fashion Fabrics Range Offered in Vibrant Colors
A broad selection including Nofade Suitings English Stripe Broadcloth Figured Crepes Voiles inghams Percales in many colors and designs is advertised, outlining wide fabric options for customers.
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Inghams
John E. Morrison CO
Flint Creek Resident J C Crawford Visits City Today
Mr. J. C. Crawford of Flint Creek was in the city today. He recently relocated from Alabama to Texas at the start of the year.
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J. C. Crawford
Flint Creek
City
Crawford
Alabama
Texas
Miller couple of Wichita Falls visiting Graham
Mr and Mrs James Miller of Wichita Falls are Graham visitors this week. Mr Miller has accepted a position in the Graham National Bank. He was with the Guaranty State Bank here before his move.
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James Miller
Wichita Falls
Graham
Miller
Graham National Bank
Guaranty State Bank
Beautiful Dresses Offered in Silk and Satin Styles
A wide display of dresses in plain and figured silks and satins arrives with new designs. Shop for a variety of colors and styles at prices lower than ever before. See the latest dresses now.
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John E. Morrison CO
Six-room and eight-room house with city water for sale
For sale a good modern home in Graham Texas priced at 2500 dollars. The property includes eight rooms with electric lights and gas in every room, six lots with a young orchard and shrubbery, two cisterns and city water. For details contact Wm J Rehders 501 Seventh St Graham Texas.
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Wm. J. Rehders
Seventh St
Graham
Texas
Newcastle Couple Wed by Justice in Court House Office
Mr Virgil Woolfolk and Miss Frances Ellen Briscoe of Newcastle were united in marriage last Saturday by Justice of the Peace J T Rickman in his office in the courthouse. The Leader features an unusual cross word puzzle this week and also the National Cross-World puzzle. National puzzle manager Mr Larmour says the National puzzle will have its answer posted at the National Theatre.
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Virgil Woolfolk
Frances Ellen Briscoe
Newcastle
Justice of the Peace
J. T. Rickman
Court House
Larmour
The
National
National Theatre
Weather Update Notes Gentle, Needed Rainfall
The fair weather man reports a long regional visit with recent fine weather and a single minor cloud last Tuesday. Local authorities urge rain as the area tears for precipitation.
Betty Dawson Visits Newport for Teachers Institute
Miss Betty Dawson attended a teachers Institute in New Castle last Friday night. Mr and Mrs Roy Wheat have moved into the former Virginia Street Hospital, now remodeled into one of the best homes on Virginia Street.
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Betty Dawson
Newcastle
Roy Wheat
Virginia Street Hospital
Virginia Street
Oil Boom Crimes Plague Olney Area Sheriff Reports
Sheriff Foster says most offenses in Olney are tied to oil booms and kept his force busy. He notes the bulk of incidents are by oil field workers and those following the boom.
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Olney
Foster
Mr J A McLaren Visits The Leader Office
Mr J A McLaren from the Finis route called at The Leader office this week and updated his figures on his home paper. He has been a longtime reader of The Leader.
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J. A. McLaren
Finis
Leader
McLaren
Fidelis Class Hosts Valentine Party at First Heptist
The Fidelis Class of the First Heptist Sunday School held a Valentine party Friday evening February 13 from 7:30 to 11. Mary Rogers introduced the program and Miss Wingo read. Miss Wingo won the high prize in the Bible question contest while Miss Bowron took the booby prize. Refreshments were served to members and guests including Mesdames Kennedy Corley and Osborn and many Misses and Mesdrs.
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Fidelis
Mary Rogers
Miss Wingo
Miss Bowron
Mesdames
W. H. Kennedy
J. H. Corley
Misses Wingo
Edna Bowron
Gladys Woods
Eunice Gibson
Venetta Moon
Nannie Taylor
Lena Taylor
Irene Taylor
Juanita Jackson
Ruth Hunter
Pauline Prescott
Pearl Edens
Clara Mae Parkinson
Messrs. McKaig
Findley
Presbyterians Host Martha Mary Class Valentine Tea
The Martha Mary Class of the First Presbyterian Sunday School held a Valentine tea Saturday from 3 to 8 pm at 700 South Street hosted by Mrs. C. E. Beavers. Guests enjoyed a decorated dining room, heart motif favors, and a musical program. offerings totaled $55.00.
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Martha Mary
First Presbyterian Sunday School
C. E. Beavers
South Street
Mary T. Hallam
J. C. Lovelace
Nat Price
Gary L. Smith
M. G. Cheney
Smith
Cheney
Will Norman
A. A. Morrison
The
Christian Endeavor
All Saints Day
Reverend Cunningham Leads Move From Orange to Knoxville
Rev. and Mrs. T. M. Cunningham visited the city on Friday while en route to Eliasville to visit relatives. He has resigned after serving as pastor of the Presbyterian Church at Orange to accept a new post in Knoxville Tennessee. He is noted as a fine musician who led a large band at Orange.
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T. M. Cunningham
City
Eliasville
Presbyterian Church
Orange
Knoxville
Tennessee
Examination schedule for teachers certificates in Young County
Applicants must register with County Superintendent H. H. Avants by the 20th of the month preceding their desired county exam. Registration may be by letter or in person, listing personal details and subjects to be tested. 1925 dates include April 3–4, June 5–6, July 10–11, August 14–15, September 4–5, December 4–5, with the subject schedule split across Friday and Saturday sessions including spelling geography history science and teaching methods.
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Young County
H. H. Avants
United States
New Life and Comfort from Optometry
J. L. Woods optometrist promotes eye health noting aging eyes and strain, urges regular exams to detect refractive errors or disease, and prescribes lenses when needed with referrals to physicians for disease cases.
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J. L. Woods
East Side Square
City Drug Store
Reverend McKinley Norman Stricken by Grip. Missed Classes
Rev. McKinley Norman is suffering from grip this week and was unable to meet his classes Tuesday night. The illness has disrupted his teaching schedule and student sessions.
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McKinley Norman
National Cross Word Puzzle Clues Set
A compact listing of crossword clues from a newspaper ad including many abbreviations and definitions such as mechanical device film stars negation past tense and geographic terms. Several entries reference common abbreviations for professions directions and time related hints across a large numbered grid.
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