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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1924
Page
1
In a Sunday School League recap the Baptists and Methodists were tied late Wednesday before the Baptists won in extra innings. Earlier, the Christians overwhelmed the Methodists last Thursday 11 to 2, and Wednesday’s Methodists vs Baptists tilt ended 8 to 7 after a decisive Baptist surge in the final inning.
Mr J O Conner, long resident of Graham, has returned home and will undergo an appendicitis operation this week. He was a top player on the Christian ball team before falling ill, and relatives and friends in Graham wish him a speedy recovery.
The final expense account of all candidates must be filed with the county judge within ten days after the primary election. Candidates filed during the campaign with the county clerk, causing confusion about where the final account should go. The law specifies submission to the county judge within ten days after the election.
The Whitehead-Graham No. 1, east of town, continues to flow 100 barrels per day after drilling tools were set and then removed. Despite oil price declines slowing development in Young County, activity remains, with a second strong gas well near Murray brought in last week and more wells east of the city awaited pay.
Very little interest showed for justice of peace and constable offices in Young County with only J T Rickman and J D Dawson of Graham filing. Rickman nominated justice of the peace and Dawson constable Precinct No 1 by ballot. Nominees listed include J L Price Eliasville J J Gray Olney J M Taylor Jean J T Gardner Newcastle J C Rentz South Bend for justice of the peace and A A Dyer Olney H C Williams Sr Newcastle Ben March South Bend George Grubbs Jean for constable.
Mr A Johnson of the Graham Hide and Produce Company argues infertile eggs are more profitable than fertile eggs. He pays 25 cents a dozen for infertile eggs and 15 cents for fertile eggs, citing losses from handling and spoilage. He notes a merchant’s 30 dozen fertile eggs yielded only seven good, and 120 dozen candied eggs spoiled to 36 dozen. He advises selling only fertile eggs and replacing roosters after spring hatch.
Members of the Retail Merchants' Association and families enjoyed a watermelon feast at Shawnee Park on Tuesday night. Secretary Mc Farlane supplied ample cold watermelons kept on ice for 24 hours. Children especially delighted as they were invited to help themselves. everyone present enjoyed the evening.
The article reports Robertson leading the gubernatorial ticket by about 50,000 votes, with Mrs. Ferguson running second narrowly ahead of Lynch Davidson by over 3,000. It notes Davidson, Ferguson and other candidates’ standings, lists updated totals from various offices, and mentions expected second primaries for Edwards and Miller.
Messrs Parker and Hill field engineers for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company arrived in Graham to inspect and inventory Independent Telephone Company property. They work with Independent representatives to reach a fair valuation of holdings. The merger effort has taken years but progress appears likely, says Chamber of Commerce Secretary Walker.
S E Taylor nephew of S P and R G Taylor of Graham burned to death in Ranger fire that destroyed the McClesky Hotel block. Body brought to Graham and buried in Oak Grove Cemetery. He was son of C H Taylor of Douglas Arizona and survived by father, mother, three brothers and many relatives. Funeral held in Ranger with grave services Monday at 11 o'clock.
A statement from American Legion leader A. M. Freeman urges ex soldiers to file bonus applications promptly. He warns delays will push back payments, notes deaths reduce amounts, and advises visiting Graham City Hall for blanks and free service with discharge papers. Relatives should apply for deceased veterans or dependents.
R A Crawford led the public weigher ticket in Graham Precinct with 701 of 1184 votes. He has held the office the past two terms. Other county precinct weigher nominees include W H Dent Newcastle C V Sims Jean H I Reynolds Loving. In South Bend only Dr Wiggins drew votes and will be the nominee as no one else ran. In Olnega an J W Jack led with 138 votes and Myers had 129, pending a possible second primary.
Weather threats reduced camper numbers at Ingleside Baptist Encampment near Orth last Friday but crowds arrive for the final days. A record turnout is expected Sunday as communities from Graham and nearby towns contemplate a permanent site with Jacksboro and offers for relocation.
Mr J Q Adams came home from Fort Worth and Tonkawa Oklahoma last night. Miss Velma D stayed in Tonkawa visiting her sister Mrs Schmid and Mrs Adams is in Fort Worth with daughters Mrs Greene and Mrs Babb. J Q Adams traveled alone and was caught in heavy mud near Finis, with the road muddy for about ten miles.
Mr. S B Street came back from an extended absence with his mother who is staying in Battle Creek Michigan this summer. He says his wife in a Dallas hospital underwent an appendicitis operation but is recovering well and will soon be able to return home.
Padgett, one of the county’s best baseball teams, travels to Graham tomorrow afternoon to face the fast Graham squad. Manager Guy Eddleman predicts a win, noting his team’s speed and experience with the Baptist boys earlier in the season. Graham manager Henry Schlittler says his players are in good shape after several showings. The game starts at 4:00 PM with no admission charge.
Mrs Evie Hardy Price wife of Dr L W Price died at her Fort Worth mother’s home after an operation in a Fort Worth hospital. Born December 25 1872 in Mississippi she was a Sunday School teacher and active Baptist. Funeral held in Graham Baptist Church with Rev McKinley Norman officiating. she leaves husband two children Hardy and Ina Mae, and relatives.
Secretary Walker leads ten men and eight mules in excavating the hospital basement where rock competes with sand and clay. A four foot depth reveals a solid ledge of sand rock, shaping a wall along the road and terrace improvements as digging continues.
The garages and filling stations of our city will close from 10 to 6 on Sunday. It is hoped every place will honor the agreement, allowing workers at the stations rest as well as the general public.
Mrs. C. Dieter of Olney slowly recovers from a serious spell of sickness. Her daughter Mrs. Joe Calmus of Marshalltown Iowa has been at her bedside for some time and will return to her home this week.
Mrs Addie M Graham and the sons of Mr and Mrs H B Street are recovering as well as could be expected after contracting typhoid fever. The report notes their condition is improving and they receive care locally.
Unofficial election returns from last Saturday show three new members joining the Young County commissioner's court. W. F. Parsley of Olney will be county judge, Mack Sims of Jean and A. A. Donnell of Eliasville named as commissioners. Incumbent A. C. Anderson held ahead in Precinct 1 by one vote, while Sam Bird won in Precinct 3 by a strong majority.
The Democratic County Convention will meet in the Graham courthouse Saturday afternoon at 3 oclock August 2 1924 Delegates will be elected to the State Convention.
Mr. F. G. Burnett had The Leader mailed to his son Norman Burnett who is in the U S M A at West Point. Norman received the appointment last year and passed all examinations satisfactorily.
Mr. J. J. Hawkins from near Jean visited Graham yesterday adding a local touch to regional travel notes and highlighting cross-town movement in the area.
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