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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1925
Page
5
Thousands from across Texas gathered in Austin to witness Mrs. Ferguson's historic inauguration as governor. The event drew lawmakers, journalists, and citizens, with many seeking political connections and noting Austin's lively scene during the legislative session. The Brownwood band led by Wright Armstrong received praise for its performance.
A narrator notes how large crowds reveal regional contrasts in Texas and spot elderly men in tall hats. He laments the hurried modern street life that prevents conversation with survivors of past fashions and eras.
A confederate veteran with long white hair and beard danced with vigor in the inauguration hall crowd. The scene featured the Old Gray Mare Band of Brownwood parading Congress Avenue with Mae Peterson aboard the famed horse as the public enjoyed the lively display.
A recent questionnaire shows that nearly all respondents favor daily papers following radio news broadcasts. People tend to read what they already know, with country or town weekly papers cited as most read for familiar items.
A Columbia University graduate student claims the world small writing championship by writing two of Abraham Lincoln's full speeches, totaling 600 words, on the back of a postage stamp without magnification.
Public notice commands Sheriff to summon Thomas J. Grogan by weekly publication for four weeks before March 2 1925. Case No 7684 B in Graham National Bank v Thomas J. Grogan seeks judgment for 2258.38 plus interest and foreclosure of Graham Bridge Company shares.
Notice to banks to submit bids for county funds depository for two years. Commissioners Court of Young County Texas will choose the bank offering satisfactory bond and best interest on average daily balances at its Feb 9 1925 meeting. Bids due by Feb 9 1925. right to reject any or all bids retained. County Judge W F Parsley signs for the court.
Magnolia Petroleum Company filed January 2 1925 an application with the Board of Water Engineers for a permit to appropriate up to 40 acre feet per year from Spring Creek in Young County Texas for mining. A hearing will be held February 16 1925 at 10 a m in Austin to determine the matter with further notices as needed. Also includes a court notice regarding Graham National Bank v H A De Vaux with a debt of 4000 and related securities and dates.
The Commissioners' Court of Young County will receive bids at Graham Texas up until 10 a m February 13 1925 for the purchase of one 60 horse Tracklayer tractor. W F Parsley County Judge Young County Texas.
Polite Bassberry comments on eating candy while She reveals Christmas saved her life as she nearly escaped the habit after starting a relationship.
A remark on a man famed for integrity who harms himself for others. The saying suggests that such self sacrifice may yield unexpected benefits somewhere, reflecting a philosophical tension between honesty and personal loss.
Chas Parsons will be in the office to take renditions while Sam Copeland, Tax Assessor for Young County, is in the field conducting assessments.
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