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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1925
Page
3
The Louis H. Dirks family of Indianapolis Indiana backs scouting with five sons in the troop. Mrs Dirks serves on the Mothers Council and Mr Dirks on the troop committee. One son is an Eagle Scout and another is to receive the rank soon.
Quotation from Shakespeare notes that virtues lose meaning if not expressed or acted upon outside oneself, suggesting ethical behavior gains value only through outward deeds and impact on others.
A Burlingame Kansas Enterprise column blasts modern dietary habits and beverages. It questions health myths and mocks indulgent choices citing Adam and Eve as examples of early healthy living. The piece satirically contrasts old fashioned restraint with contemporary foods and drinks.
The Nation's Business item lists a wide array of raw materials used in bulb manufacture sourced worldwide. It notes potash from Germany, feldspar from Sweden, manganese from the Caucasus, cork and pyrites from Spain, shellac from India, tin from the Malay states, tungsten from Japan, and more. Back home the lamp uses lead from Missouri and a range of domestic materials including calcium lime soda arsenic marble dust alcohol resin cotton wool mica copper and textiles from several states.
This crossword puzzle presents common vocabulary words. a time limit tests solving speed. Grab a lead pencil and start now to measure your quick thinking.
A compact list of crossword style clues numbered 1 through 52 with across and down hints. Entries include parts of speech, body parts, animals, plants, and common nouns, aiming at filling a connected grid with synonyms and standard crossword answers.
The essay argues Young County roads are among Texas worst causing dusty summers and mud during rains. It says bad roads deter tourists and moving people, harming trade and population growth. It concludes improved roads justify higher taxes to boost business, resources, and county prosperity.
A Missouri exchange quotes a sharp criticism of editors and offers rewards for flawless newspapers. The note invites readers to bring mistakeless paragons from various professions to prove critics wrong and test human limits.
J. D. Craig guardian files application to lease undivided one eighth interest in T. E. & L. Company Survey No. 1655 Abstract 942 in Young County. Hearing set before County Judge at Graham Court House on March 21, 1925.
The article quotes Henry W. Grady after the Civil War, asserting that true Southern progress comes when farmers earn cash from crops grown independently, free from creditors and debt. It urges study of these words as they remain timely.
Will Rogers quips that the Reds in this country lie on their backs snoring and not waking anyone but themselves, a caustic shot at Soviet power and domestic complacency.
A promotional notice for Fighting in France describes the film as an astounding and realistic depiction of World War I. It highlights actual front line action, cameramen who died, and scenes of dawn, night, fog, and rain as doughboys go over the top. The National Theatre screens it Friday and Saturday, March 2021.
Austin March 9. The Highway Commission designated about 260 miles of new highways to be built. Routes include Newcastle in Young County through Throckmorton to Haskell to Rule to Aspermont about eighty miles. Brownwood to Carbon via Rising Star about fifty miles. Eastland to Stephenville about forty miles. Monday to Knox City about ten miles. Benjamin to Guthrie to Dickens about sixty miles. Eastland County to receive state aid of 125000 dollars with county providing about 200000 dollars for the three roads.
Citizens of Reykjavik plan to channel geyser water into homes to heat the town. The project aims to use natural heat more widely, marking a move from limited use to a broader domestic supply.
Eastland will house a new Court of Civil Appeals after the Texas Senate approved a bill by Senator Carl C. Hardin by a 23 to 5 vote. The decision settles the contest with Wichita Falls and Abilene, following earlier actions on the Tenth and Eleventh Supreme Judicial Districts. The Eastland bill had been vetoed previously when proposed for the court location.
Notice of election in Graham Texas to fill two Alderman seats Place 1 and Place 2 at City Hall Young County on April 7 1925 Judges W M Matthews and L D Lovett appointed Candidates must file with City Clerk ten days before election date. A B Eddleman mayor. R F Fowler secretary.
The record lists H. W. Swofford and Mrs Velma Jean Stone along with Willie Gipson and Miss Ethel Hefner and J. W. Vaughan and Miss Mellie Minor as couples granted marriage licenses.
The remark notes that example has more followers than reason, hinting at how admiration shapes imitation and value judgments in social behavior. It suggests our choices reflect aspirational figures rather than rational calculation.
Guardian Tom Womack seeks court permission to lease minor Noble Womack's estate. The request covers a one fifth interest in 214 acres of Survey No. 99 and a one twelfth interest in 160 acres of Survey No. 97 in Young County. A hearing is set for March 21, 1925, in Graham at 9 o'clock.
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