Local items note milling praise and family news
Light Crust flour praised by milling industry as finest in America. Miss Willie Allen has about recovered health. Mrs. J. H. Greene and children visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Q. Adams, over the weekend. Lucian Smith and family visited relatives. J. R. Moore of Floydada looked after Markley oil interests. Mrs. Benton S. Hockaday visited Breckenridge. Mrs. T. G. Price of Tulsa visits her parents. Bargain Grocery advertises 10 lbs cane sugar at 49 cents for Saturday only.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
J. H. Greene
Handley
J. Q. Adams
Mrs Ernest Babb and Betty Jean Visit Graham for Mother's Day
Mrs. Ernest Babb and her daughter Betty Jean spent Mother's Day in Graham with relatives, enjoying family time away from home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Babb
Betty Jean
Graham
Mrs. J C Sensibaugh Visits Daughter in Cox Family News
Mrs. J C Sensibaugh visited her daughter Mrs. Ed Cox last Friday and Saturday, spending time with family and returning home afterward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Sensibaugh
Ed Cox
Porto Rico Potato Slips Bargain at Grocery Sale
Bargain Grocery advertises 100 000 Porto Rico potato slips for sale. Offers may include bulk pricing and home garden planting stock. No further details provided in readable text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Just
Porto Rico
Bargain Grocery
Dallas Visitor and Iowa Park Guest Stay
Mrs. J. R. Rafisey visited Dallas this week while Mr. T. P. Smith from Iowa Park spent Sunday in town with his mother.
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J. R. Rafisey
Dallas
Mr. T. P. Smith
Iowa Park
Local Gossip From Breckenridge and Nearby Towns
Breckenridge visitors Miss Ruby Edens stopped in last Saturday. Mr and Mrs R L Lyle spent Sunday in Bryan. Mrs Padi Boaz returned Tuesday from Bridgeport Texas. Captain J W Burnett was in from his Big Monday farm. For tested Field Seed see Bower Feed Store. Mrs B W King and her son returned earlier this week from Erath County. Messrs H L Leberman and Walter Junker of Olney were Graham visitors Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Burnett
Bower Feed Store
Messrs
H. L. Leberman
Walter Junker
Olney
Graham
Stepps Visit Mrs Norman with Toddler in Coleman
Mr and Mrs W E Stepp and their little daughter from Coleman spent Sunday with Mrs L E Norman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Stepp
of Coleman
L. E. Norman
Mr. Drum of Indian Mound Visits Graham Monday
Mr. B. W. Drum of Indian Mound traveled to Graham on Monday as a local resident partaking in a routine community visit and exchanges with Graham residents.
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B. W. Drum
Indian Mound
Graham
Birth Announcement for Reeves Boy in Town
Mr. Ed Reeves reported a fine boy born to him and Mrs. Reeves on May 11 in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Reeves
Mrs. Reeves
Grain Binders Put Up For Sale By Local Firm
One 8 foot and two 7 foot MecCormick Deering grain binders not sold at the auction. Rev Atticus Webb spoke at the Methodist Church on The Unfinished Task. Mr and Mrs A A Kaberle and son Jack of Chicago visit John C Bower and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. B. Johnson How. CO
Atticus Webb
A. A. Kaberle
Jack
Chicago
John C. Bower
McCormick Deering Grain Binders Not Sold
G B Johnson Hardware Company reports that McCormick Deering grain binders were not sold, indicating stock status and business update for local buyers and dealers.
Ministers Attend Southern Baptist Convention in Houston
Rev. and Mrs. W. E. B. Lockridge departed Monday for Houston to attend the Southern Baptist Convention. Mr. and Mrs. F. P. McFaddin spent last week in Fort Worth with McFaddin visiting the Harris Clinic for a medical examination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. P. McFaddin
Fort Worth
McFaddin
Harris Clinic
Lovett Couple Visit Eastland Yesterday
Mr and Mrs L D Lovett traveled to Eastland yesterday. Mrs A H Petty of Red Top underwent an operation at Graham Hospital on May 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Petty
Red Top
Graham Hospital
Mil linery at Jameson Fashion Shop Opens on East Side
Ladies are invited to view the latest millinery collection at Jameson Fashion Shop located in the east side square. The notice highlights new hats and style options for the season.
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Jameson Fashion Shop
East Side Square
Clara Hoggard Undergoes Operation Last Friday
Clara Hoggard daughter of Mr and Mrs W W Hoggard underwent an operation last Friday in a local hospital.
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Clara Hoggard
W. W. Hoggard
Silk Stockings New Shipment at Street & Co
New shipment of chiffon and service weight silk stockings in all new colors just received by Street & Co.
Braddock Family Celebrates Mother's Day in Graham
Miss Pauline Braddock of T. W. C. visited Graham to spend Mother's Day with her parents Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Braddock.
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Pauline Braddock
Graham
Mrs. W. E. Braddock
Oliver the reliable mail carrier visits Loving
Oliver, the efficient carrier on the Loving mail route, visited the local post office last Thursday afternoon. The Leader notes the regular appearance of Oliver, who brings timely mail and friendly service to residents.
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Loving
Graham
Oliver
LIGHT CRUST FLOUR SATISFIES OR MONEY REFUNDED
A Light Crust Flour offer promises satisfaction or a full refund. The advertisement asserts customer contentment is guaranteed.
Ada Thomas Heads to Houston for Baptist Convention
Mrs. Ada Thomas departed Monday for Houston to attend the Southern Baptist Convention and visit relatives.
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Ada Thomas
Houston
Southern Baptist Convention
Light Crust Flour Prominent Southwest Brand Uses
The notice highlights Light Crust Flour as the famous flour of the Southwest, noting its wide use and strong regional branding.
Marguerite Elledge Kills Large Rattlesnake Near Eliasville
Miss Marguerite Elledge developed a reputation as a snake killer after she killed a large rattlesnake near Eliasville recently, adding to local tales of outdoor prowess and survival skills.
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Marguerite Elledge
Eliasville
Mrs J T Rickman Returns From Visit
Mrs. J T Rickman came home Monday after a three weeks visit with her sons and their families at Marshall and Jacksonville.
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J. T. Rickman
Marshall
Jacksonville
Fort Worth Preacher to Deliver Church Commencement Sermon
Dr. W. T. Conner of Fort Worth will preach the commencement sermon at the Methodist Church next Sunday morning at eleven o'clock.
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W. T. Conner
Fort Worth
Methodist Church
Misses Vera Lee and Beulah Mae Woodall Visit Aunt in Weatherford
Misses Vera Lee and Beulah Mae Woodall of Weatherford visited their aunt, Mrs. J. H. Henderson, the first of the week.
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Vera Lee
Beulah Mae Woodall
Weatherford
J. H. Henderson
Eastman Kodak Snoddy and Son at 23tfc Film Shop
Bob Stewart of Dallas visited here on Mother's Day to spend time with his mother Mrs A D Stewart at the Kodak shop run by Snoddy and Son.
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Bob Stewart
Dallas
A. D. Stewart
Bargain Grocery Ad Sugar Price
10 Ibs. Best Cane Sugar for 49 cents. Ad promoting low price from Bargain Grocery with bold value.
Mrs Harkey Travels to Megargel to Visit Ill Mother
Mrs. D Harkey left this week for Megargel to be with her mother, who is ill.
Owners Share Views On OLDSMOBILE Six
OLDSMOBILE owners are asked for opinions on the OLDSMOBILE Six. The inquiry, conducted by Hinson-Hockaday Grain Co, gathers varied impressions about performance value and reliability from local drivers.
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Oldsmobile
Oldsmobile “Six” -Hinson-Hockaday Grain CO
Stewart Family Heads to Florida with Emmett
Mr and Mrs W A Stewart and son Waltermar traveled to Dallas Saturday night. Waltermar joined his brother Emmett and accompanied him in his car to Florida.
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W. A. Stewart
Waltermar
Dallas
Emmett
Florida
Local notices mention Mrs Goode and Mr Wicker
Mrs W M Goode reports good results from her chicken advertisement. Mr C A Wicker of Fort Worth sent in his renewal to the Leader this week. Wicker formerly lived in Graham before moving to Fort Worth.
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C. A. Wicker
Fort Worth
Leader
Mr. Wicker
Graham
Radio Program Teaches Egg Mash Advice and Fort Worth Host
The message urges trying advice from a feed expert and notes Mrs. Louvee Hugga of Fort Worth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Henderson, performing over the radio each Wednesday from 12 05 to 12 30.
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Louvee Hugga
Fort Worth
J. H. Henderson
Elledge Makes California Visit With Mother and Relatives
Mr. John R. Elledge arrived from California yesterday morning for a visit with his mother and other relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John R. Elledge
California
Large egg on display at office visit
Mr J G Hawkins of Lone Oak visited the office last Friday. He showed a large egg at his home measuring 6 3 4 by 8 3 4 inches and noted readers had sent similar reports to the Leader. The piece also mentions Queen of Dixie Buttermilk Starter and Growing Mash promoting chick growth.
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Queen of Dixie
J. G. Hawkins
Lone Oak
Leader
Hardware store advertises around-the-clock harvest service
Mr. Farmer Our store will be open day and night through the harvest season for your convenience. We will be there to wait on you for your McCormick and Deering and John Deere Binder Repairs and Deering Twine.
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McCormick and Deering
John Deere
Deering
G. B. Johnson Hdw. CO
G. B. Johnson
Mr. Willis Newman Visitor in Graham on Monday
Mr. Willis Newman of Jermyn traveled to Graham for a business visit on Monday seeking meetings and prospects in the local market.
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Willis Newman of
Jermyn
Graham Monday
Summerour Western Wonder cotton seed description
Summerour and Son of Vernon Texas advertise Summerour Western Wonder Cotton Seed as early maturing with high lint and heavy yield and good staple. Seed available at Bower Feed Store in Graham Texas with local representatives for farmers.
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Summerour
Summerour & Son
Vernon
Texas
Bower Feed Store
Graham
Bower Seed Store
Mineral Wells Preacher to Host Fort Worth Guest on Sunday
Reverend T Edgar Neal will preach at First Methodist Church Mineral Wells. Dr. W T Conner from Fort Worth will fill the pulpit and deliver the Graham High School commencement sermon.
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T. Edgar Neal
First Methodist Church
Mineral Wells
W. T Conner
Fort Worth
Graham High School
Pedigreed Cotton Seeds At Bower Feed Store
Mr E H Graves of Wichita Falls is doing special work in Graham this week promoting pedigreed cotton seeds at Bower Feed Store.
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E. H. Graves
Wichita Falls
Graham
Bower
Graham Visitors From Indian Mound Couple
Mr and Mrs G W McComas of Indian Mound were visitors in Graham yesterday meeting local residents and touring the town.
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G. W. McComas
Indian Mound
Graham
Newcastle visitor reports plans for three big days
Mr. J. F. Barnett of Newcastle visited Graham on Tuesday and said Newcastle is looking fine as residents plan for three big days at the end.
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J. F. Barnett
Newcastle
Graham
Graham Leader Subscribers Visit from Crystal Falls
Mr and Mrs O R Hill of Crystal Falls visited Graham last Monday and subscribed for the Graham Leader. They formerly lived on Route A Mr Oliver Hazelton and family of Graham area were mentioned in the notes.
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O. R. Hill
Crystal Falls
Graham
Graham Leader
Oliver Hazelton
County officials return from Austin on road project
80th County Judge W. F. Parsley County Engineer Guy Johnson and Secretary T. T. George returned Tuesday from Austin where they had gone in the interest of the road situation in Young County.
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W. F. Parsley
Guy Johnson
T. T. George
Austin
Young County
Bargains in Dresses on Silk Sale Prices
See the beautiful silk dresses on sale at special prices of 7.50 9.95 14.75 16.75 and 19.75.
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Street & CO
Sam R Hill Family Tour From California
Sam R Hill and family returned last week from California covering about fourteen hundred miles in three and a half days. On a prior trip the distance took five days, and Mr Hill notes the roads are in fine shape until they near home.
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Sam R. Hill
California
Mr. Hill
Dickenson Firm Renewal Noted By Leader
The Dickenson Motor Company of Tuscola Texas renewed its listing this week. The firm is run by D A Dickenson and C A Dickenson, formerly of Graham, who now reside in Tuscola.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dickenson Motor Company
Tuscola
Texas
D. D. Dickenson
C. A. Dickenson
Graham
Cattle Adverts Bring Strong Returns Says Corbett
Mr. T. M. Corbett reports good results from cattle ads and notes several letters after all his cattle were sold. He urges readers to advertise any worth selling.
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T. M. Corbett
Silk Dresses Arrive for Late Spring and Summer Wear
A new shipment of silk dresses arrives for late spring and early summer wear. Customers are invited to view the collection and select from latest styles and colors.
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Street & CO
Bermuda onions offered by long-time citizen Mr Kelly
Mr Henry Kelly on the Murray Route delivered home grown Bermuda onions measuring thirteen inches in circumference to the office last week. He is described as an old time citizen who reads the Leader and keeps it paid in advance.
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Henry Kelly
Murray
Bermuda
Kelly
Mrs Oatman Injuries Worsen After Rock Tank Fall
Mrs. Oatman sustains more serious injuries after a rock water tank fell on her last week. Her son Eugene Carter, editor of the Eustace, Texas paper, is visiting from out of town. Mr. and Mrs. Ribble visited them Monday.
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W. A. Ribble
A. E. Oatman
Oatman
Eastman Kodaks and Films at Snoddy and Son
Eastman Kodaks and related films offered at Snoddy and Son store. Local shop showcases photography supplies and camera gear for patrons in the area.
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Eastman Kodaks
Snoddy & Son
Reunion at New Castle drawing Graham attendees
Many Graham residents expect to attend the reunion at New Castle Friday and Saturday, signaling strong local turnout for the weekend gathering.
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Graham
Newcastle
Mr. E C Turner Visits Center Ridge Farm Community
Mr. E C Turner arrived from his Center Ridge area farm yesterday, signaling a routine local visit and check on agricultural affairs with neighbors.
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E. C. Turner
Center Ridge
Linen Suiting at Half Dollar Yardwide Sale
Pure linen suitings offered at 50 cents per yard with good colors described as a special price.
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Street & CO
Sam Goldwater Receives Nurse Class Graduation Invitation
Mr. Sam Goldwater of Banger received an invitation to the graduation exercises of the Nurses Class of St. Pauls Sanitarium in Dallas where his niece Miss Katie Marie Goldwater serves as class president.
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Sam Goldwater
Banger
St. Paul’s Sanitarium
Dallas
Katie Marie Goldwater
Wadley Boy Gains Ground After Fort Worth Visit
Mr. Willie Wadley took his son to Fort Worth for an examination. The physician said the boy is getting along all right and will be able to be out again after a few weeks.
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Willie Wadley
Fort Worth
Peter Pangingham Presents Stock in Plain Colors
The notice highlights Peter Pangingham offering complete stock in plain colors and printed patterns.
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Street & CO
Rev and Mrs Paden Head to Houston for Baptist Convention
Reverend T. R. Paden and his wife departed Monday to attend the Southern Baptist Convention in Houston. They represent their church and will participate in the gathering with other delegates.
Hinson Family Returns From Texas Trip
Mr and Mrs F W Hinson and their son returned yesterday from a two weeks journey visiting many points in Texas. The travelers crossed into Old Mexico during the trip.
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F. W. Hinson and Son
Texas
Old Mexico
Printed Silks at Two Dollars Special Showing
An advertisement touts 40 inch Printed Crepe de Chine silks on display with a low price of 1.95 dollars. The note emphasizes a special showing event for shoppers.
Reverend Black Attends Texas Dist Convention
Rev. G. W. Black left Monday for the district convention. Few preachers in Texas have attended more meetings of the convention than Brother Black. His friends Homer Ford and R. W. Tidwell helped him attend this meeting.
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G. W. Black
Houston
Southern Baptist Convention
Texas
Brother Black
Homer Ford
R. W. Tidwell
Rain postpones play Am I Intruding to Saturday night
Due to rain last Thursday the comedy Am I Intruding was delayed to Saturday night. Young performers faced disappointment as attendance fell short of expectations.
McCall Patterns Complete Stock Sale
A local shop advertises complete stock of McCall printed patterns in all styles and sizes ready for customers seeking sewing patterns.
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McCall Patterns
McCall
Street & CO
Trio in Dry Creek Melee Ended Under Elm Tree
Messrs. W. J. Bryant S. W. Ratliff and R. G. Taylor were out on Dry Creek after gravel when rain and hail struck Monday. Bryant and Ratliff struggled to calm Taylor, finally settling him beneath a large elm tree until the hail stopped.
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W. J. Bryant
S. W. Ratliff
R. G. Taylor
Mr. Bryant
Mr. Ratliff
Mr. Taylor
Kerosene Emulsion Formula For Insects
A home remedy mixes kerosene with water soap and churns the hot solution for five minutes. After preparation dilute the emulsion with six to nine parts water before use on scale and sucking insects.
Custer Grisham Obituary in Monument Community
Custer Ray Grisham aged eleven died at his parents home in the Monument community last Thursday May 6. Funeral services were conducted by Rev G W Black of Graham at Loving Cemetery. He had suffered flu at age four and could not walk since. He is survived by his parents two brothers and five sisters.
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Custer Ray Grisham
L. J. Grisham
Monument
Loving
Rev
G. W. Black
Graham
Mothers Club to Convene at Mrs King Home
The next regular Mothers Club meeting will be at Mrs B W King’s home Tuesday afternoon at 3 o’clock. Full attendance is requested as important business will be discussed.
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Mothers Club
B. W. King
Monument sale offers quick delivery for limited days
An advertisement from HEN DERSON & SON promotes very low prices on monuments with fast delivery for a few days. It invites readers to visit their yard to inspect materials and workmanship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Derson & Son
Death of Mr. E. C. King in Bryson
Mr. E. C. King of Bryson died at his Bryson home early this week after recent travel to Graham to buy farming implements. He reportedly died of measles.
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E. C. King of
Bryson
Graham
Garden produce from Mrs. Taylor and daughters
Mrs. R. G. Taylor sent to the Leader office last Friday morning several fine Specimens of kjtuse and Bermuda onions raised in her garden. The Taylors maintain a fine garden with Mrs Taylor and the girls tending it while R. G. hauls gravel.
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R. G. Taylor
Leader
Bermuda
Seed store in Graham Texas offers cotton seed
Local representatives report a seed shipment to Graham Texas from a seed store highlighting high yielding cotton seed with good staple. The note references a seed stock and regional availability.
McFarlane Sees Broad Support in State Senate Bid
Candidate W. D. McFarlane reports encouragement across the district with strong backing from Wichita Falls supporters. He says the electorate is pleased with his platform and message.
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W. D. McFarlane
Senate
Wichita Falls
Mother's Day Dinner Hosted by Mr and Mrs Carter
Mr and Mrs Carl Carter entertained their parents Mr and Mrs W A Ribble and Mr and Mrs W A Thompson with a Sunday dinner calling it a Mother's Day Dinner. The fathers were delighted to be invited.
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Carl Carter
W. A. Ribble
W. A. Thompson
Mrs Penix Improving After Fort Worth Hospital Stay
Mrs. S. A. Penix has been ill in a Fort Worth hospital for several weeks and is improving slowly. She hopes to return home before many weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. A. Penix
Fort Worth
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Dorothy Mackain
Gladys Brockwell
Hobart Bosworth
Chickie
Colleen Moore
and Conway Tearle
New York
Rex Beach
Anna Q. Nilsson
Viola Dana
Ben Lyon
Alaska
Tom and Jerry
Willie Allen
Mr. Lucian Smith
J. R. Moore
Floydada
Markley
Queen of Dixie Poultry
Benton S. Hockaday
Breckenridge
Mrs
T. G. Price
Tulsa, Oklahoma
J. H. Cochran
Ruby Edens
R. L. Lyle
Padi Boaz
Bridgeport
McCormick-Deering
W. E. B. Lockridge
Eastman Kodak
Children’s Japanese Umbrella
MR. Farmer
City Drug Store
Peter Pangingham
T. R. Paden
Miss Ina Mae Bullock
Lillie Mae Calvin Studio
South Oak Street
Superior Mattress Co
N — Grahan, Texas
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