Local Official Candidate Announcements by District
A list of candidates announced for state and county offices in Young County. Includes W A Johnson for State Senator Hall County and R B Humphrey for State Representative 104th District, P A Martin for District Judge, S M Foster for District Attorney 50th Judicial Dist, J L Vaughan for County Clerk, D D Cusenbary for County Clerk, E W Fry for County Judge, Fred T Arnold for County Attorney, R Lindsey and B A Snoddy for County Superintendent, F M Burkett and I B Padgett for County Treasurer, G D Hinson and C W Basure for County Tax Assessor, O H Brown for Sheriff, J E Parsons and T E Wallace for County Tax Collector, E E Hal for Justice of the Peace Precinct 1, W E Crm for Public Weigher Precinct 1, A H Art Jones for Commissioner Precinct 1, and R J Johnson for Commissioner Precinct 3.
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Atty 50Th Judicial Dist
S. M. Foster
J. L. Vaughan
D. D Cusenbary
Railroad prospects eyed for Stamford to Throckmorton area
W T Andrews and Mr Brown who built the Stamford Northwest to Spur City visited from Stamford, touring from Throckmorton to Newcastle and Eliasville then back by Woodson. Andrews heads a proposed Stamford to coal fields railroad, with Rock Island survey potential 25 miles east, suggesting a route toward the Haske ll road near Throckmorton.
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W. T. Andrews
Mr. Brown
Stamford
Spur City
Newcastle
Eliasville
Woodson
Throckmorton
A. H. King
B. F
Reynolds
U. S
Ranger
Abrockmorton
Haskell
W.T. Andrews
Rock Island Survey
Swensons
Urockmortom Times
Cheerfulness and perseverance as keys to success
A brief aphorism states that cheerfulness and perseverance form the core of achievement, suggesting steady effort and positive attitude drive progress more than luck or talent alone. The quote emphasizes consistent attitude as a foundation for outcomes.
When you are away from home speak a good word for Graham.
A concise reminder to speak kindly of Graham when distant from home, noting that a good word can help. The message emphasizes courtesy and consideration in absence.
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Graham
Old Settlers Reunion to Offer Shade at New Castle Grounds
A large tent will be set up at the Old Settler's Reunion in New Castle for visitors. The grounds feature ample shade trees ensuring comfort from the heat.
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Newcastle
Protracted Meeting at Orth Opens Friday Night
A protracted meeting will be held at Orth beginning Friday night August 12 conducted by Rev J H McWhiter of the Christian church.
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Orth
J. H. McWhiter
The
Christian Church
Old Settler's Reunion at New Castle Texas Dates
Old Settler's Reunion to be held in New Castle Texas on August 10, 11 and 12. Races with purses for the best horses. Make arrangements early. Write Father Bennett about entering.
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Newcastle
Texas
Father Bennett
Incubation and incubators advice from USDA bulletin
The extract from U S Department of Agriculture Bulletin No 236 discusses learning to operate an incubator as a trade and path to profit. It stresses apprenticeship, study, and experience in the poultry business, noting long labor and short time to expertise, and invites readers to obtain the bulletin from Washington DC.
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Paavebter
Phould
U. S. Dept. of Agriculture
Dept
Washington, DC
Dr King’s New Discovery Promises Cure for Lung Troubles
Napoleon’s Grit describes Dr King’s New Discovery as a guaranteed remedy for cold cough and lung disease. It claims success where traches cough syrups cod liver oil or doctors failed and offers 50c to 1.00 pricing with a free trial bottle at drug stores.
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Dr. King
Do Not Rush to Marry Be True to Your Life
A parent warns against hurried marriage urging girls to avoid marriage as an act of escape from being an old maid. Waiting is wiser than marrying for false constancy. The message stresses choosing well and preserving happiness over risky, unhappy unions.
Frightful Wreck Prompts Bucklen Arnica Salve Claim
An advertisement declares Bucklen’s Arnica Salve the earth’s greatest healer for injuries from a wreck and for burns boils sores eczema chapped skin and sore eyes. It promises quick relief and a prompt cure and notes availability at divug stores for 25 cents.
Advertisers in Local Paper Promote Home Goods
The notice urges readers to buy from advertisers in the local paper, arguing that advertisers stand behind quality, prosperity, and community support, keeping most of the money in the neighborhood to benefit residents.
Road quality drives farmers to Gram for fall trading
The better the roads are the more anxious the farmers are to come here to do their trading. Be wise and see that the roads leading to Gram are in tip top shape before the fall trading season opens.
Prickly Ash Bitters Promises Digestive Relief
A reader seeks relief from constipation and bloating and learns about Prickly Ash Bitters. The excerpt touts its purgative action and bowel regulation, claiming it promotes daily evacuations and improves digestion. Ends with a testimonial from D M Blackwelder of Litchfield. Sold by druggists with a red figure 3 on the label.
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D. M. Blackwelder
Litchfield
Litchfield News
Plain to Practical Rheumatism Remedy Ad
A city paper advert promotes Dr. Shoop of Racine Wisconsin and his Rheumatism Remedy. The plea asks readers to obtain a booklet and a free trial treatment for a disheartened neighbor, encouraging readers to be a grateful friend and to help spread the test offer through Gra ham Drug Company.
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Shoop
Racine
Wis
How to Raise a Calf in the Old Way
A satirical set of tips on calf care that mocks extreme, harsh methods. It suggests using skim milk, minimal feeding, no water, and rough handling to prevent alleged problems. The piece ends by noting calves rarely have health issues when raised by the tail, highlighting its absurdity.
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Seldon
Do today what you can and do it well line
A concise axiom urging decisive action and thorough effort, emphasizing that partial work wastes time and should not be begun unless commitment to completion exists. The proverb-style statement encourages efficiency, diligence, and finishing tasks with quality.
The Dairy Cow: Man’s Best Friend Through History
The dairy cow is essential to human life and farm prosperity. It provides meat, milk, and fertility, converts rough crops into valuable dairy products, and supports calves, pigs, and poultry. Its loss would force a drastic agricultural readjustment, harming farmers and national wealth.
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Hhe
Dr Shoop Restorative Promised For Inner Nerves
A vintage health ad claims a failing stomach heart and kidneys originate in inside nerves. Dr Shoop Restorative is pitched as the cure by addressing the root cause, with druggists noting rapid popularity after short trials. Graham Drug Co. distributes the remedy.
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Dr. Shoop
Graham Drug Co
Transfer Requests for Young County Students
Citizens must apply to the County Superintendent immediately to transfer scholastic-age children between districts in Young County. No transfers after July 31. Applications for Graham Independent district are available from Supt. Edgar McLendon or County Supt. R. Lindsey. Last year some tried after August and could not obtain transfers. Apply at once if seeking Graham transfer.
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Young County
Graham Independent
Edgar McLendon
R. Lindsey
Graham
Megargel renters buy land amid water quality claims
In Megargel Texas renters turn to land purchases citing water quality and a stated right with special guidance. The Youne County Abstract and Title Co. invites interest, offering to show bargains and facilitate purchases for those considering buying land.
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Megargel
Gargel
Youne County Abstract & Tile Co
Texas
Ma sons to lay cornerstone of new school building
On August 12 the union at Newcastle will lay the cornerstone of the new $11,000 school building. Proffitt Lodge will oversee the ceremonies.
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Newcastle
Masons
Proffitt Lodge
Aid and Missionary Society July meeting program
The Ladies Aid and Missionary Society met at Mrs. McMurry's on Thursday July 21 at 5 pm. Roll call brought news of missionary fields. Rev. McMurry read a border Texas mission letter. Ice cream and cookies were served. Next hostess is Mrs Adgerman with the keyword angel. Several members attended and readings and reports followed including Central and Mid China conference. Revival at Soochow and other items were noted.
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Ladies’ Aid and Missionary Society
Angel
H. L. Morrison
Chinju
Hanson
Soochow
McJimsey
Model Missionary Society
J. E. Morrison
Takamatsu
Rose
Rev. McMurry
Old Settler's Reunion Ad Shaping Newcastle Texas Event
An upcoming Old Settler's Reunion ad signals a strong Newcastle Texas gathering. The notice emphasizes a community celebration with turnout likely and positive expectations for the event's success.
Foley’s Honey and Tar Ends Coughs and Colds Promise
Advertising copy asserts Foley’s Honey and Tar cures coughs and colds, prevents pneumonia and consumption, and refunds money if it fails. Claims no opiates and a genuine yellow package, with a warning to be wary of substitutes.
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Foley
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Postoffice
Frank H. Bowron
W. A. Johnson
Hall County
R. B. Humphrey
P. A. Martin
E. W. Fry
Fred T. Arnold
B. A. Snoddy
F. M. Burkett
I. B. Padgett
G. D. Hinson
C. W. Basure
O. H. Brown
J. E. Parsons
T. E. Wallace
Justice of Peace
E. E. Hal
W. E. Crm
A. H
Art) Jones
R. J
Man) Johnson
Railroad Cope
Cubation Af
Graham Drug Go
Bridgeport Marble Works
J.W. Still
Sexton Oak Grove Cemetery
Fletcher
Megargel, Texas
Aid and Missionary Society
S. J. McMurry
McMurry
Emma _ Barton
Horace Morrison
Tom Price
Conference of Christian Workers of
Central and Mid China
Akin
Berlin
Owen
Miss Akin
Geo. H. McLaren
Ts AW Graham
Se Bees
W. A. Morris
Graham National Bank
Graham, Texas
Kay & Akin
J. E. Simpson
G. Drummond Hunt
Guaranty State Bank
Bidg
Dallas
C. W. Johnson
Young
Wrest Sices
Arnold & Arnold
Attorneys-at-Law
Clu
North Elm Street
Home Bakery
R. D. Cartwright
Henderson’s
Cisco and
Stamford Marble Works
W. E. Baker
Vaude Plantation
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