Wells Flowing By Heads From 3303 Ft Land
Oil discovery near Graham Texas with Kouri-Seddon No 1 flowing by heads at fifty barrels daily. The well on Seddon land shows 80 feet cavings, sand pay found at 8303 feet, gassing commenced. Prairie Company builds line from South Bend. 5 inch casing to prevent cave. Nearby rigs and pools planned in Young county and Archer county as intensive drilling continues.
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Seddon
Henry Garmes
Graham
Prairie Company
South Bend
Wootten
Reed
S. 58
Kouri
Wichita Falls
Gulf-Hockaday No. 1
Gulf
Sinclair-Moran
Ranger
Young County
Finns
Archer County
Mrs Kimmons MecCharen Dies in El Paso After Illness
Mrs. Kimmons MecCharen died in El Paso last Saturday after a long illness. She was the daughter of Mrs. J W Elledge of Graham and wife of Kimmons MecCharen. Survived by husband two children and a large extended family. Funeral held Tuesday at the home of her sister Mrs Willie Riggs in Graham with Elder J F Purseley officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimmons McCharen
el Paso
J. W. Elledge
Graham
Kimmons MecCharen
Joe Bob
William Dean
John R
Eldon Elledge
Lucy Wood
Greenville
Jesse Corbett
Caddo
Willie Riggs
Mann Young
Eliasville
Argo Davis
Marguerite Elledge
MecCharen
Hunt County
Christian Church
Park Street
J. F. Purseley
Church of Christ of
Visit of Miss Bernice McGuffin to Jeffer son
Miss Bernice McGuffin of Jefferson Texas is visiting her sister Mrs C R Bock at 708 East Street.
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Bernice McGuffin
Jefferson, Texas
C. R. Bock
East Street
Hinson Hockaday completes elevator remodel and expands grain buying
The Hinson Hockaday Grain company remodels the Hallam elevator and plans to buy grain in Graham Loving and Perrin with possible expansion. Mr. Hinson, an experienced grain man, cites strong local business since opening here several months ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hinson-Hockaday Grain Company
Hallam
Graham, Loving
Perrin
Hinson
Congressman Guinn Williams Visits Graham For Ford Day
Hon Guinn Williams of Wise County U S Congressman from the 13th district spoke in Graham last Friday and Saturday. He met many locals, addressed residents from the bandstand on Saturday about Why I Love Young County, and discussed Congress while promising to study conditions across his district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guinn Williams
Wise County
U. S
Graham
Young County
Congressman Williams
Congress
Washington
Revival Meeting at Presbyterian Church Sermon Series
Beginning next Sunday morning Rev. A. F. Cunningham D D of Austin will lead a revival at the Presbyterian Church with two services daily. Cunningham is described as a sane conservative evangelist focusing on core Christian fundamentals. Everyone is invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. F. Cunningham
D. D
Austin
Cunningham
Brunk's Comedians Return to Graham This Week
Brunk's Comedians are appearing in Graham this week bringing a popular show that has drawn strong crowds. Mr Brunk regrets missing Monday night but his troupe has since drawn favorable reception and remains a Graham favorite with steady patronage this week.
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Brunk
Graham
Mrs Browne Demonstrates Magnetic House Cleaner Here
Mrs. W. A. Browne tours the John E. Morrison Company presenting the MAG NETIC HOUSE CLEANER. The firm has the new electric cleaner in stock and offers in-home or store demonstrations. She also visited Morrison stores in Olney and Newcastle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Browne
John E. Morrison Company
Rose Amra Reed Wins Third Prize in National Essay Contest
Rose Amra Reed of East Ward School Graham Texas won third prize in the Second National Safety Campaign essay contest. A letter from the Highway Education Board in Washington confirms a $5, bronze medal award for her state and notes her notable school record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Highway Education Board
Washington
National Safety Campaign
Graham
Rose Amra Reed
E. C. Reed
East Ward
Texas
Stephen James
Rose Amra
Merchants Display Booths At LeSage Motor Building
The LeSage Motor Company hosted merchant booths last Saturday with Willard Storage Battery Graham Tire Harp Music Young County Hardware Zale Jewelry Alexander Dry Goods Davis Drug Mallow’s Old Corner Drug Riley Furniture Thornton Warble Graham National Bank and Liberty Filling Station exhibiting. Zale Jewelry and Earp Music provided music while Harmonizers performed in the afternoon. LeSage showcased farm implements to be used with Ford power and plans to expand this line in larger quarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LeSage Motor Company
Willard Storage Battery Company
Graham Tire Shop
Harp Music Company
Young County Hardware and Furniture Company
Zale Jewelry Company
Alexander Dry Goods Company
Texas Drug Company
Davis Drug Company
Mallow’s Old Corner Drug Store
Riley Furniture Company
Thorton & Warble
Graham National Bank
Liberty Filling Station
Earp Music Company
Ford Motor Power
LeSage
Miss Dowdle To Present Pupils In Recital
Miss Dowdle will present her pupils in a recital at the Methodist church on Friday evening May 11. Attendees include Evelyn Hinson Anna Belle Hickman Elizabeth Morrison Lucile Norman Gladys Fowler Dorothy Hudson Kathleen Criswell Mrs J A Sims and Cecil Porter. The public is invited to attend and support the local musician.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fanine Dowdle
Methodist Church
Evelyn Hinson
Anna Belle Hickman
Elizabeth Morrison
Lucile Norman
Gladys Fowler
Dorothy Hudson
Kathleen Criswell
J. A. Sims
Cecil Porter
Local Couples File for Marriage Licenses
D. D. Crowder wed Miss Ruth Briggs Byron Harroun to Miss Bessie Akers L. L. Scott and Miss Violet Pierce J. H. Hobbs and Miss Bertie Gray seek marriage licenses in a city notice listing four pairs ready to wed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. D. Crowder
Ruth Briggs
Byron Harroun
Bessie Akers
L. L. Scott
Violet Pierce
J. H. Hobbs
Bertie Gray
Graham Cemetery Fence Project Seeks Funds and Support
Work to fence the Graham cemetery addition is progressing under A. D. Stewart who will level and improve the grounds. About $1,000 has been spent with more needed. donations are welcome at local Graham banks. Graves will be kept regardless of family payments and outreach is urged to locate former residents with loved ones buried there.
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A. D. Stewart
Stewart
Graham
Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet Notice
The chamber of commerce invites Graham business members to its annual meeting and banquet held Friday night in the Methodist church basement. The event features a secretary’s annual report, a free banquet, and a board of directors for the ensuing year to be elected. Come with your boosting clothes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Methodist Church
Graham
Mrs Smith Hosts Chautauquans Discussing Charities
The Chautauqua Club met at Mrs Gary Smiths home on April 25 to discuss Administration of Charities and Correction. Speakers included Mrs Eargle on state boards and Mrs Penix on state institutions with Mrs Harris on Modern Protective Legislation in Industries and Mrs Taylor on Mothers Pension Bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chautauqua Club
Gary Smith
Eargle
Penix
Harris
Taylor
Dallas visitor Amy Robertson to Denver trip
Miss Amy Robertson of Dallas is in town visiting relatives and friends this week before leaving Saturday for Denver Colorado.
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Amy Robertson
Dallas
Denver
Colorado
Miss Nona Akard Called Home From Graham School
Miss Nona G. Akard was called home suddenly this week due to illness in her family. She will not return this term and regrets are voiced by pupils patrons and friends who praise her splendid work since coming to Graham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nona G. Akard
Miss Akard
Graham
Ford Celebration Draws Thousands in Graham April Day
Throngs filled Graham for Ford day as Spencer's band played and Mayor Stinson with Guinn Williams spoke. Prizes honored many categories from oldest driver to largest Ford group, with 5000 to 8000 in attendance and comments on limited entry for Graham visitors.
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Spencer
W. P. Stinson
Guinn Williams
Graham
A. M. Eddleman
W. A. Corbett
E. N. McCluskey
Robert Askew
Dudley Ford
R. T. Reed
W. M. Goode
Ford
Miss Dickenson
I. B. Padgett
W. A. Ribble
G. W. McComas
L. C. Deering
C. E. Porter
T. A. Parsons
Gladys Sims
R. E. Erwin
C. V. Milholland
Wichita Falls
Young County
R. J. Johnson
Henry Williams
Benton Kramer
A. D. Stewart
May Fete at Shawnee Park School
The Shawnee Park school children in Graham present a May Fete Friday afternoon at 5 30 with more than 175 participants. Teachers and students have prepared for weeks and the public is invited free of charge to attend.
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Shawnee Park
Graham
Miss Katherine Crozier Weds J Tandy at Graham Home
Miss Katherine Crozier married J Tandy in a ceremony at W J McKinney residence this week. The couple, connected with the Eagle cafe owners, reside with Mr and Mrs Sims Burgess who announce their expected baby at their Graham home.
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Katherine Crozier
Automobiles Shine at Graham Show in New LeSage Building
The LeSage Motor Company opened a new Graham showroom hosting a city wide auto display. Texas Motor Company promoted Dodge models A large service station led by W J Lasater impressed visitors Shamrock Motor Company showcased Chevrolet autos Robbins Mason opened in Graham Overland Willys Knight seen John Bower manages Oil Belt Studebaker year noted Morrison Nash cars Moody Brothers Oakland Star Durant line Hubbard Buick with J L McMurtry Fords Fordson and Lincolns also on view.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LeSage Motor Company
Leader
LeSage
Texas Motor Company
Dodge
W. J. Lasater
Young County
Shamrock Motor Company
Graham
Oil Belt Motor Company
Studebaker
J. E. Hellams
George Bryant
Morrison Motor Company
Moody
Hubbard Motor Company
Star
West Fourth Street
Graham Buick Company
J. L. McMurtry
Buick
Buick Company
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Mrs. Kimmons Meccharen
Hinson-Hockaday Co
Presbyterian Church
Brunk’s Comedians
Graham Cemetery
Chamber Commerce
Mrs. Smith
Chas, Hinson
R. A. Duncan
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