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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1913
Page
4
On January 26 services drew solid attendance across denominations. Presbyterians logged 118 in Sunday school with offerings of 5.06, while Methodists, Baptists, and the Christian church detailed sermons anchored in scripture. Evening messages emphasized holiness, thought, and mission work.
The Department of the WCTU announces Miss Lucile Miller as superintendent of the Medal Contest. The Matrons Medal contest is set for February 21 with the program to appear in the next issue. A second contest for the young men's oratorical class will display the medal soon. Mrs. J. W. Akin.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Christian church met with Mrs. Mance Birdwell. Eighteen members answered roll with a verse containing abide. Mrs. Isaacs led song prayer and Noah lesson. February 3 plans missionary lesson by Mrs. Stallings and Mrs. Alma Martin. Abode as roll call word. dues payable.
Notice from Graham Texas dated 1 18 13 dissolves the partnership of W J Tidwell and K L Reed doing business as R L Reed & Co by mutual consent. R L Reed buys Tidwell interest and continues as R L Reed & Co, to pay debts and collect old notes. Signed R L Reed W L Tidwell.
A call to all residents to vote in a contest with equal chances for all. A three member counting committee, chosen from three different directions from Graham, will award the prize. Voting is urged immediately with ballot boxes ready for family and friends to participate.
A call for Graham Texas patrons to choose the next Postmaster names a list of candidates and explains how supporters will cover the cost of the ad and a trip to the Dallas Fat Stock Show. It urges broad public input from all residents receiving Graham mail.
The service features C E Prine topic uphold them led by C P Hutchison at 6:15 p m with song and Bible dialogue. Silent prayer and evening preaching. Leader's talk and prayer for principled Christians. Eleven principles discussed including Obligation Fellowship Trust Loyalty to Christ Loyalty to the church Testimony Service Prayer Bible Reading Consecration Perpetuity with sentence prayers and offering for the building.
Stockholders of the Union Gin and Wattage Warehouse are called to meet at Graham at 2 o clock on Saturday. Ke nt A H Jones is named.
The Christani church announces special services for next Sunday morning with a special program planned. The pastor urges all members to attend and extends a cordial invitation to everyone to be present.
Cotton seed dealers are asked to bring in supplies before February 5 at Graham Cotton Oil Co in Graham Texas. The firm notes the crush should finish by then and seed after that date will be held for next season at lower value.
The partnership under the firm name D. G. Vick & Co. is dissolved with D. G. Vick taking over all goods, wares, merchandise and fixtures of the firm except specified items. W. M. Matthews and others retire. D. G. Vick and T. E. Matthews remain listed among those associated.
The regular monthly Eastern Star gathering at the Masonic Hall was engaging due to the initiation ceremony and social elements. Members absent missed a noteworthy event. Special Deputy Mrs. Cain of Fort Worth will visit to boost attendance and advance secret-work graduates.
A white bull pup with a black spot over one eye and cropped ears, tail cut, is missing from Belknap Graham road area or Graham. Reward for return to Rock Island Stable in Graham. Contact W. Carlton, P. 3.
One Success Sulky Plow in good repair for sale cheap. Also two six plow riding cultivators offered at a bargain. Second-hand implements in first-class condition. Cash or credit. A W Kay.
Local notice invites all Graham Post Office patrons to vote for Postmaster aspirants with a chance to win a free three day trip to the Fat Stock Show or Dallas Fair. Votes cast at Graham Leader or West Texas Reporter offices, ballots available at both papers.
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