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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1915
Page
1
In Graham's trade territory shoppers are urged to buy all dry goods from the Dependon Store. The ad claims fixed, year round low prices and a money back guarantee if goods are not as represented. The store rejects schemes and hot air sales, inviting customers to compare.
Prof E L Howell elected Graham school superintendent replacing McLendon who moved to Mart Texas. Howell now in Chicago for summer normal course awaiting decision. Rain boosted county corn prospects and cotton and small grain crops show promise signaling potential prosperity era for Young County with strong community support for Howell.
County Attorney Fay Marshall will prosecute anyone who attempts to establish a pool hall in Graham or Young counties following Attorney General Looney. The county vote opposed pool halls and the Supreme Court sustains the local pool hall law, prompting Marshall to enforce compliance.
A description extols a polished gentleman noted for reliability and the strong trust placed in him by the people, with expectations of continued substantial contribution and leadership.
Edward W Stewart died last Friday morning at 4 o clock following an appendectomy in Dalhart Texas. His body was shipped to Fort Worth and laid to rest Sunday at Oak Grove Cemetery. He was 25 born in Graham and grew up in Fort Worth. Survived by mother Carrie G Stewart of Fort Worth four brothers Willis of Nashville Malcolm of Dalhart Graham assistant cashier of Farmers and Mechanics National Bank Fort Worth and Victor of Fort Worth and two sisters Alice and Caroline Stewart of Fort Worth.
The Commerce Hotel undergoes a front removal and an addition of thirteen rooms. Carpenters work to improve appearance and convenience, enabling the hotel to serve more customers than before.
Members of the First Baptist church in conference unanimously refused to accept Rev. W. D. Boswell’s resignation offered several weeks ago. Boswell may accept a call from Olney and preach there Sunday while family stays here. final decision expected after further consideration.
The New Electric Theatre plans a commodious airdome on the east side of the square. The enclosure will allow automobiles to drive inside and passengers watch from cars. The screen will be placed at least eighty feet away to present life size pictures.
Tomorrow night the band concert in the court house park starts at 8 30 and ends at 9 30 allowing attendees time to catch the picture show afterward. New selections include a late overture and a Cuban dance.
The Les Hiboux group and guests met at Mrs. C. P. Hutchison's home on Friday afternoon. After ice cream and angel food cake, four rock games were played with Mrs. Will Norman winning the high score prize and Miss Dot Graham taking the cut prize. Guests included Lucile Miller Mayzelle Morrison Eula McCain Julia Meece of Bay City and Mrs. C. B. Jones.
W E Eddleman has been employed by the city council as night watchman. B A Gatlin, who has served the city in that capacity for the past two years, tendered his resignation to the council last week.
Co. C. Mayes earned the thanks of the office after presenting a nice sack of peaches last week, a gesture noted by staff.
B B Garrett submitted a twig from a peach tree grown from a seedling showing eight large cling peaches on less than eight inches of twig. The piece praises abundant fruit and notes county orchards and home canning boost local prosperity and independence.
Week ending Wednesday July 7 uncalled letters include Massey M L. Reported by Postmaster N S Farmer. Inquiries please state Advertised. Postmaster J G W.
Sunday morning services proceed at the Presbyterian Church but the 8:30 evening service is canceled due to the pastor's absence in a meeting. Endeavor meeting will be held at 7:30.
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