A B Medlan Deceased His Long Young County Life
Archibald B Medlan moved to Young county before organization and served as County Treasurer and Commissioner when Belknap was the county seat. A lifelong friend of John Dixon, Medlan pressed for Dixon to be elected Treasurer, campaigned across the county, and Dixon won by a large margin while Medlan remained out of party politics. Medlan survived a wild horse incident, helped recover cattle during a roundup, aided a minister with clothing, attended baptist associations, and supported preachers financially. He guarded against stock theft from Indians, weathered the 1886 87 drought as the county’s sole corn producer, and hosted many visitors with abundant hospitality. An unwavering Democrat, he despised drunkenness, laziness, and dishonesty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archibald B. Medlan
Young County
Belknap
John Dixon
Medlan
Dixon
Johnny Dixon
Median
Providence
Red River
Olney
Palo Pinto
Parson Slaughter
C. C. Slaughter
Bro. Medlan
Loving Stays Busy After Cyclone and Rail Work
A severe cyclone path near Loving wrecked several houses on Frank Amberson and Green McCluer properties, with no injuries reported. Willis Walker died of typhoid fever, leaving a large family. he was buried at Median Chapel. The town prepares for railroad expansion with new camps, graders, and track laying toward Olney, while Loving teams up with Bryson in a 9 to 12 loss. Local figures Alvin Shaw and Art Jones are noted as ill, and McGowan begins drilling a new town well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Amberson
Herman Percelley
Green McCluer
Mr. Lusk
W. H. Smith
Willis Walker
Loving
Median
Walker
Loving Ranch
Steadham Place
Olney
Alex Hutch
Alex
Bryson
Shane
Graham Laundry
Graham
Alvin Shaw
Jake Jones
Art Jones
Tonk
Valley
Clay Anderson
Henry Chapel
Elmer Criswell
McGowan
Local Notes and School Closure Highlights
May events and family news from KOMO include a birth at B F Ma lone, school closing on May 3, and Miss Annie Goonwin leaving the class. Emma Burnett hosts a closing entertainment, a young folks dance at J T Townsends on May 5, Lizzie Atkins visiting her grandma in Crystal Fall, and church attendance plus a Median Chapel funeral. G R White and family visiting below Graham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawton Burnett
Crystal Fall
Akers
G. R. White
Graham
Komo Datsies
Birthday Dinner With Early Pioneers Recalls Settlements
A reminiscence recounts Aunt Bettie hosting a birthday dinner on January 8, 1909 with guests Parker Johnson Captain Woolfolk John Dixon Pink Brooks Alex Timmons James Timmons J H Fisher Sam Rogers Laquey and others. The writer cherishes memories of the old settlers and hopes they find brighter days as they near passing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bettie
Parker Johnson
Captain Woolfolk
John Dixon
Pink Brooks
Alex Timmons
James Timmons
J. H. Fisher
Sam Rogers
Laquey
Medlan
Simmons Sarsaparilla Promises Purity and Vitality
An advertising note proclaims Simmons Sarsaparilla as the king of blood purifiers, claiming it cleanses winter impurities and renews health. It asserts benefits for all ages and markets the remedy at 50 cents and one dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Simmons
Olney Citizens Seek Stay on New Road Tax Injunction
An injunction was filed in the Olney Commissioners court last Monday by residents seeking to restrain the levy of the recently approved special road tax. The case awaits review by District Judge A. H. Carrigan in Henrietta next Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commissioners’ Court
Olney
A. H. Carrigan
Henrietta
Eliasville Notes Signal Local Life and Church News
The Eliasville community reports light rainfall aiding cotton in sandy spots while road tax faces legal challenge from Olney. Rev Irwin Cunningham to preach next year, with Rev McCullough moving to Olney. Local visits include Percy Owens and D C Pratt, while Uncle Tommie Lewis and Mrs Eula Duckworth remain ill. A new school term ends as Prof Crowley returns to Cotton Plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eliasville
Olney
Irwin Cunningham
McCullough
Percy Owens
D.C. Pratt
Ranger
Tommie Lewis
Eula Duckworth
Prof. Crowley
Cotton Plant
Stephens County
Texas
Curry
Waco
Dr. Gore
Breckenridge
Dick Newell
John
Ruth Moore
Lois Newell
Elzy Hart
Moore
Graham
Fred Hocken
Sam Smith
Larry Pratt
Preaching and Burial Mark Pleasant Pastor's Day
The Primitive Baptists held a day of preaching and dinner on the ground at Median Chapel. J W Walker was buried Saturday evening after living on S R Cranford’s place and near Loving for years. Rev J H Fisher led the funeral, with services at Median Chapel cemetery. Other local notes mention visitors and family travels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Primitive Baptists
Median Chapel
J. H. Fisher
J. W. Walker
Walker
S. R. Cranwford
Cummins
Martin
Jim Timmons
Wallace Timmons
Lower Tank
Medland Chapel
Townsend
Home
Road tax victory proclaimed by Young County judge
On May tenth 1909 the Young County Commissioners Court declares the road tax levy approved by 133 votes after counting precinct returns from one to nineteen. County Judge E W Fry orders publication of the election result in all county newspapers. Witness signature dated May 10 1909.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commissioners Court
Young County
Texas
Pure fresh lard at R. G. Hallam's
Local ad notes pure fresh lard available at R. G. Hallam's store offering household staple supply. Product appears as part of a brief retail notice in the newspaper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. G. Hallam’s
R. G. Hallam
Local News From Hawkins and Loving Chapel
Two showers last week offered hope for rain though general precipitation remains needed. Miss Lillie Tedrow visited here Friday then traveled to Graham and Cleburne to visit relatives. A ball game at Loving Chapel Friday ended 12 to 9 in favor of the visitors with locals from 6th and Loving watching. Rev. Edwards preached at the Chapel and Rev. Jones spoke at Lone Oak. J Cross and family visited Mrs. Scott Baker Sunday and attended church. Prayer meeting strong Sunday night and peach crop prospects look favorable with more rain expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillie Tedrow
Graham
Cleburne
Loving
Hawkins Chapel
Edwards
Lotte Oak
Rev. Jones
J. Cross
Scott Baker
Lone Oak
Won't Slight a Good Friend by Dr King’s Discovery
Mrs A L Alley of Beals Maine proclaims Dr King’s New Discovery best for coughs colds and lung trouble after using ten bottles with rapid relief. She notes quick cures for bronchitis asthma hemorrhage croup sore throat and chest pain and urges trials guaranteed by Sloan Drug Co with 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Alley
Beals
Dr. King
Sloan Drug Co
Rain helps cotton but Oklahoma death shocks town
A Saturday rain eased drought by filling stock water and moistened fields, three miles north the shower was stronger. A son of John Black, eight, was killed in Oklahoma by a runaway team while driving a disc plow. The remains were buried at Markley cemetery. Grandma Rader, 83, died north of town and was buried with funeral services led by Rev. Ed Clark. Memorial services were held the first Saturday in May with a large crowd, wreaths, and a long community meal. Local notes mention visitors, sick calls, and shop ads from R. G. Hallam and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Black
Oklahoma
Markley
Grandma Rader
Ed Clark
Graham
Norris
Wise wardrobe sense saves money on suits
The article argues men waste money by discarding suits after minor wear. It promotes cleaning and pressing to refresh fabrics, restore fit, and extend life, noting that top earners also use such services. Roy D. Golston’s service is highlighted as delivering near-new results at a fraction of replacement cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy D. Golston
Lost $5 Bill Near Mabry Short & Co Store
A five dollar bill was lost on the street near Mabry Short and Co. The finder is asked to return it to Mrs. Sam Copeland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabry Short & Co
Aduesday
Sam Copeland
Sunday Church Services Invitation and Schedule
Rev Frank E Singleton asks all Methodist church members to attend Sunday morning service at 11 o clock. Welcome extended to all. Sunday School at 9 45 Epworth League at 4 and preaching at 630 p m. The pastor will maintain a roll of members and their attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank E. Singleton
Methodist Church
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A. B. Medlan
Komo
Chilldren
Fletcher
Astoria
Hawkins Chazsi
Clark Willinson
Proffitt
Mr. Thomas
Bob Sneed
Tonk Valley
G. W. Wilden
Woodson
Fort Worth
All Saints Academy
Graham Ice Company
Square
J. H. Howard
Alexandria
Mr. Howard
Gulf Texas & Western
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