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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1923
Page
12
A fable contrasts two archetypes, the KNOCKER born from suspicion and jealousy and the BOOSTER formed from sunbeam in a child and civic pride. The narrative frames human choice in selecting associations and virtues like equality and justice.
A humorous dialogue features a teacher asking how many seasons exist, and Izzy replying two as busy and dull. The exchange highlights a playful misinterpretation of seasons as attributes rather than calendar divisions.
A playful retro quip compares love to a photographic plate. The answer notes that love must be developed in the dark, pairing humor with a noir mood.
Austin on January 22 reports the general fund deficit slipped just under 5 million dollars as State Treasurer Terrell ordered payment of 900 warrants totaling 160,523 dollars. The warrants reach up to No 11400 issued mid October.
About seven hundred scientists in Europe and America chose seven modern marvels: radium, the printing press, the wireless, the airplane, medical antiseptics and antitoxins, the telephone, and X-rays.
In 1840 the record time to cross the Atlantic was fourteen days. By 1923 the Mauretania set a new record of four days and eight hours.
The American State Department informs the Polish foreign office it is willing to negotiate treaties of amity and commerce. Talks will be held in Washington to advance the potential accord.
A five mile hike is easy yet the small five minute tasks derail us more. The quote prompts reflection on choosing between desires and duties and the barriers to action.
Hon W D McFarlane announces candidacy for a second term as representative from Young and Jack counties subject to the Democratic primary. He pledges to aid rural schools reduce tax burdens and move the penitentiary toward a paying basis while defending small taxpayers. He plans to meet voters and seeks active primary support.
The State School for the Deaf faced near open rebellion with window damage and property destruction but was quelled after Superintendent T M Scott warned that a second rule infraction would lead to dismissal. Since the order took effect discipline improved.
A USDA survey of about 1200 farmers shows over half own three or more tube radio sets and about half have homemade crystal detector to tube sets. The study highlights radio as important for production and marketing of agricultural goods.
A quoted man declares a halt to living beyond income, while a woman answers with a jab about spoiling the day and noting the first headache-free morning in a week. The snippet appears in the Seattle Post-Intelligencer.
The following candidates enter the Democratic primary stage on July 26, 1924. In the 30th Judicial District four District Attorney hopefuls appear, led by R. S. Morrison as a listed candidate.
The Baptist Church of Graham hosts county ladies from Young County for a January 31 gathering at 1 30 PM. Lunch, music, devotional, talks, and open forums center on the 1924 Baptist Encampment, with plans and expectations shared by local congregations.
An essay extols insurance as the supreme social and economic tool for rebuilding after fires. It frames insurance as intelligent life in society, a key to prosperity, and a blend of business and service built by private initiative.
A USDA inquiry reports deception in egg sales under the food and drugs act. Eggs dried with oil and storage followed by restoration are being sold as fresh. The department outlines detection methods for eggs treated with oil and then renewed to appear freshly laid.
A humorous line from Punch Bowl features a speaker replying to a wish that the Lord had made the speaker a man. The retort confirms the speaker as the man in question.
Tax Collector Edgar Steele reports 3130 poll tax receipts issued to date in the election year. He urges securing voting credentials before February 1. Auto licenses total 3690 and truck licenses 207 issued. about 400 county cars owe taxes.
A baby girl was born yesterday January 23 to Mr and Mrs R B Justice. Mrs M P Andrews and daughter Mrs Harry Kee were visitors in Graham Monday of this week. A proverb notes that a big man is known by his liberality in little things.
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