Young County finances praised after audit by Dallas firm
Pickett and Dewitt public accountants audited Young County books at the Commissioners Court's request. The report ahead of County Clerk, notes low indebtedness under 1 percent of taxable value, total debt 122 800 dollars, and new book system for the Treasurer. It urges citizens to review the report for tax and bond clarity.
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Young County
Julia Graves
State OF
Texas
Young
I. W. H. Kennedy
Graham
Brunk's Comedians Set for Graham Week May 22
Brunk's Comedians come to Graham for the week starting Sunday May 22. Opening show likely The Country Boy a four act comedy with Ray Howell as the boy. Company brings new plays band orchestra and canvas outfit. Prices 10c children 35c adults.
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Brunk
Graham
Sionday
Ray Howell
Bank Statement Summary for State of Texas Bank
A 1922 Texas bank statement lists circulating notes outstanding and deposits. Cashier P K Deats swears the figures are true and the notary A W Kay confirms the 12th day of May 1922. The document details demand deposits and total deposits subject to reserve, with totals and line items for notes and cash items.
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Texas
County of
Young
H. L. Tidwell
C. P. Hutchison
United States
of Young
Ss. I
P. K. Deats
A. W. Kay
State OF Texas
J. C. Lovelace
Jno
J. J. Gallaher
Robstown Regulates Itinerant Merchants
Robstown city council adopted an ordinance to curb itinerant merchants, weddiers, and auctioneers within the town limits. The measure sets fees from 100 dollar cash bonds refunded after one year to 100 dollars monthly for itinerant merchants, plus a 20 dollar annual license for peddlers of farm and dairy products and meats with sanitary compliance. The city aims to reduce unsightly and unsanitary conditions and may amend the ordinance as needed.
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Robstown
Chamber of Commerce
Unemployment Figures Shift Through Early Year
On February 6 an estimate put unemployed at 2,500,000, down from 5,000,000 last fall. By April 20 the National Conference on Unemployment noted 160 applicants per 100 jobs, improving from 266 per 100 in January. Later coal and other strikes raised unemployment to about 4,000,000.
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National Conference On Unemployment
Columbus admired as a discoverer not a lecturer
The Brooklyn Eagle notes that many European visitors praise Columbus for exploring America as a discoverer rather than a lecturer, reflecting a popular view of his approach.
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United States
The
Brooklyn Eagle
Columbus
America
Texas professor backs Christian schooling in Dallas talk
University of Texas professor Dr Frederick Eby argued secular education falls short of founders prophecy and endorsed Christian education. A House bill provides 17 million dollars for soldier hospital construction with 12 million available immediately to begin twelve of fourteen planned hospitals.
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University of Texas
Frederick Eby
Dallas
City Opens Water Analysis Lab In City Hall
Graham establishes a new water analysis room in city hall. Mr Tackett oversees testing with the department handling samples from residents outside Graham. Analyses will occur two to three times weekly and later nearly daily as the system expands, reducing the need to send samples to Austin.
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Tackett
Graham
Stinson
Mr. Tackett
Bonds Sold At Par Fund Modern Eliasville School
The Eliasville school district sold a $15 000 bond issue at par to Brown-Drummer Company of Dallas, assuring funds for a modern school building before fall term. County Superintendent H H Avants discussed tentative building plans with trustees. no decision yet. Myron T Herrick, US ambassador to France, narrowly escaped death twice after a bomb at his residence and a taxi crash.
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Brown-Drummer Company
Dallas
Enales
Eliasville
H. H. Avants
Eliasville Journal
France
Myron T. Herrick
Railroad Electrification Hint For Texas Midland Line
Colonel E H R Green owner of the Texas Midland Railroad says the Ennis to Paris route may be electrified once the Dallas Terrell interurban is completed. He intends to allow cars on the Dallas Terrell line to continue to Midland points.
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Texas Midland Railroad
Ennis
Paris
E. H. R. Green
C W Johnson sends donation to Graham firemen
C W Johnson mailed a $25 check to the Graham fire department praising their quick response to a house fire. He notes the property saved and commends the department's value to the city, with residents appreciating their effort.
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C. W. Johnson
Graham
Johnosn
Mr. Johnson
Mr and Mrs J W Davis Welcome a New Son
Mr and Mrs J W Davis entertain a new son at their East Graham home. The family celebrates the arrival with joyful news and best wishes from relatives and neighbors.
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J W Davis
East Graham
Official Statement of the Guaranty State Bank Graham TX 1922
The bank reports assets of 188 510.24 in loans and discounts plus 18 726.47 real estate loans and 1 700.56 other resources. Liabilities include capital stock, undivided profits, and large deposits. Officials J C Lovelace and Jno R Roach certify the figures as true.
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Banking House
Federal Reserve Bank
United States
U. S
Graham
State of Texas
Graham Leader
Obscene Books and Magazines Under Ban in Amarillo
Potter county grand jury inspected numerous publications on Monday and issued an order banning readings judged to be obscene. News dealers are to stop selling such material, reducing access to racy stories and bootlegging themed works amid local complaints.
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Amarillo
Potter County
Grand Jury
Amarillo News
Henry P Davison Dies On Operating Table In New York
Henry P Davison noted banker and financier, member of J P Morgan company and head of the American Red Cross during the war, died on the operating table in New York May 6. Once a job hunter, he rose to prominence as a leading American financier.
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Henry P. Davison
J. P. Morgan
American Red Cross
New York
America
Mr and Mrs John B Wood Visit Bryson Sunday
Mr and Mrs John B Wood traveled to Bryson on Sunday for unspecified activities. No additional details are provided about the visit or its purpose.
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John B. Wood
Bryson
Lincoln Car Promises Ford Quality and Luxury
Henry Ford expands beyond the Ford line by acquiring Lincoln Motor Company. LeSage Motor Co displays the Lincoln and invites interested buyers to inspect it. Ford’s success raises expectations that the Lincoln will achieve similar acclaim among high class automobiles.
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Lincoln
Lesage Motor CO
Henry Ford
Lincoln Motor Company
Ford
LeSage
LeSage Motor Company
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