Young County School News Details Tax Increases and Building Plans
The Young County school report notes tax raises in Shearer and Proffitt districts with near unanimous support. It lists districts with dollar and seventy five cent rates, cites upcoming votes on bonds and tax changes, and highlights nearly $100,000 in summer school improvements. It also discusses teacher certificate requirements, upcoming exams, and ongoing summer teaching courses.
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Shearer
Proffitt
Lamar
Indian Mound
Red Top
Flint Creek
Young County
The Life of Robert Louis Stevenson in Education
The piece extols Robert Louis Stevenson as a life worth studying beyond fiction. It argues education shapes judgment, tempering outlook toward humanity and enabling resilience, dignity, and self confidence amid fortune's changes.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Woods Blanton Birthday Celebration Honors Long Lives
The Wood and Blanton families marked the eighty third anniversary of Jno H Wood of Graham and J H Blanton Sr of Newcastle on June 8 at the Blanton home two miles southwest of Newcastle. About 100 relatives and friends attended with baskets, barbecue and coffee. Reverend R J LaPrade led speakers who congratulated the honorees and guests lingered for visiting and well wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wood
R. J. LaPrade
Newcastle Register
The Value of a Checking Account
A short promotional item extols checking accounts as secure receipts for paid bills, avoiding double payments, and offering protection against loss or fire. It notes three banks ready to accept accounts and urges readers to consult bank officials about investments.
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Graham
Mammoth Rattlesnake Killed Near Newcastle
The largest rattlesnake seen in years was killed on the Bullock Ranch four miles southeast of Newcastle. Pat Shelton brought the hide to town and had it stuffed. It measured five feet nine inches long and 12 inches around. The hide is on display at the Union Saddlery Company.
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Newcastle
Pat Shelton
Union Saddlery Company
Newecastle Register
Mrs. Mary E. Timmons Dies After Paralysis
Mary E. Timmons died of paralysis at her East Second Street home at 8:30 Tuesday morning. She was 69 and buried beside her husband in the Brooks and Timmons cemetery west of Graham. Survived by her mother, seven children, and three brothers, she was a devout Missionary Baptist and beloved by many in Graham and surrounding areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary E. Timmons
East Second Street
Brooks and Timmons
Graham
Mrs. Timmons
Wilburn Timmons
Meadow
Texas
H. H. Timmons
Ropesville
R. H. Timmons
John A. Timmons
Dollie Freeman
Crosbyton
W. H. Timmons
Sallie Timmons
Rules for preventing malaria from The Progressive Farmer
Remove all containers that collect water and drain or fill ponds or pools of stagnant water. Screen the house with galvanized iron screens and keep doors closed. Keep mosquitoes away from fever patients to stop transmission. Begin early in spring and continue through the mosquito season.
The Girl Is Right
A mother scolds Ruth for disobedience while Ruth taunts her mother saying she is a failure. The exchange centers on maternal guidance and Ruth's defiant wit.
Poor Soul Conductor Question Sparks Motherly Quip
A conductor jokes with a woman about the many children aboard. The mother asserts the children are all hers and dismisses the notion of a picnic, defending her family with a punchy retort.
Change of life helps Bailey with Cardui claim
Aitha Florida woman Ella M Bailey says Cardui eased her change of life symptoms. She describes severe weakness nervousness and low spirits improving after one bottle and urges others to try it. Cardui is sold widely.
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Cardui
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Bitter Creek
Hunt
Tank Valley
Mt. Pleasant
Padgitt
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Loving
Profitt
Eliasville
Jean
Orth
Murray
Monument
Rocky Mound
Belknap
Miller Bend
Salem
Huffstuttle
Clifton
Mrs. Housewife
Graham Packing Co
Graham, Texas
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Apex Electric Cleaners
E. F. Riley Furniture Company
West Side Square
Studebaker Light
Studebaker
South Bend
W. B
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H. P
Szijijdebaker
Oilbelt Motor Company
Ruth
Florida
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John E Morrison CO
Olney, Newcastle and
Liberty Filling Station
Cranklatery Service
Electrified Water Company
Fred Stewart
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