Class Will of Graham High School Class of 1925
The 1925 Graham High School seniors publish a humorous last will and testament. They bequeath praises to teachers and superintendent Gilmer, share jokes and small gifts with juniors, and appoint the principal Mr Peavy as sole executor, all dated May 2, 1925.
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Gilmer
Graham High School
Lee MecGuires Ki Lodge
Harvard
Red Moore
Walter Schenck
Lucile Norman
Nell Reeves
Mitchell McLendon
Ruby Brown
Buddy Stewart
Donald Stewart
Schenck
Mary Louise
Gladys Fowler
Ruth
Robert Fowler
Eugene
Robert
Lois Johnson
Eugenia
Evelyn Jordan
H. E. Club
Juanita
Mary Eddleman
Mattie Queen
Peavy
Costly distribution haunts modern business and growth
The text contrasts high distribution costs with cheap rail and ocean freight, noting how farming and dairy profits hinge on margins. It recalls Samuel Rubel who started with nothing and built a $50 million ice and coal empire by saving a little today. It ends with a lesson that saving early yields large rewards.
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Samuel Rubel
Russia
Tire Prices Rise in London and Here
Automobile tire costs have increased by 10 to 12 percent in London and are climbing locally. If you need tires, buy now as prices may rise before any decrease.
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London
Government probes wheat price drop and market rigging
The United States investigates the fall from 2 dollars to 1.40, a windfall for certain players. Officials may act, but farmers remain exposed to ruthless market manipulation until stronger laws like France’s move to detain offenders for life.
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United States
Rain Follows Rotary Prayer as Denver Men Lead Silent Stand
Last week the Rotary Club and Denver business leaders stood in silence for two minutes then prayed for rain. The next night rain fell heavily across the state and the weather bureau says more is coming.
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Rotary Club
Business Men of
Denver
Weather Bureau
Farmers Question Providence Amid Crop Losses in Colorado
Farmers in Colorado wonder why prayers of crop traders seem answered while their own prayers are ignored. The piece argues Providence is inscrutable and farmers should accept this.
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Colorado
Bootleg Whiskey Ringler Says Wisdom Is Selling
Pittsburgh bootlegger Harry Walkes tells the judge that selling liquor is acceptable but drinking it himself is folly. He remarks that only fools drink now while the wise sell.
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Harry Walkes
Pittsburgh
Big chain retailers show vast annual business growth
A grocery chain reports annual sales surpassing 352 million dollars while a five and ten cent store chain aims for 60 million but now exceeds 250 million. The piece highlights retail prosperity for operators who organize deputize and supervise.
Americans Consume the Most Calories Says Berlin Professor
Professor Max Rubner of Berlin notes average American intake at 3 308 calories daily, the highest among nations. England follows at 2 997. The piece quips the U S wastes as much as it eats, with half sustaining life while a quarter feeds doctors and a quarter undertakers.
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Max Rubner
Berlin
England
Burials, school picnic mark Henry Chapel notes
In Henry Chapel area three elderly residents died and were buried in Finis cemetery within two weeks. Bonds aged 72, Grandma Young aged 84, and R. G. Walker aged 84 were interred with services led by local pastors. Early week school closed with a picnic, and residents shared news of neighbors visiting and recovering from illness amid cool morning winds. Five Confederate veterans attended Walker's funeral after returning from the Dallas reunion.
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Henry Chapel
Bonds
W. A. Ribble
Finis
Grandma Young
Bro
Gary Smith
Graham
Finns
Clark Jarnagin
H. L. Ribble
Jarnagin
Clark
Mattie Agee
Dallas
Lee Crow
S. W. Ratcliff
Bill Williamson
Hugh Glidewell
Waybell Wade
L. P. Moren
Fort Worth
R. G. Walker
Find Your Man at National Theatre Friday and Saturday
Theatre-goers are urged to see Find Your Man at the National Theatre on June 5 and 6 for its immersive lumber country scenery featuring waterfalls, a sparkling river, and a secluded hut. The production boasts remarkable visuals and Rin-Tin-Tin the Belgian police dog delivering standout acting.
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National Theatre
Rin-Tin-Tin
Self-Control Key to Character, Warns Editor
The article urges universal self-discipline to prevent character degradation, emphasizing that without strict personal restraint, moral fiber will erode across the community. It stresses collective responsibility and vigilance to maintain standards.
Ibanez Stories Shine in Big Screen Portraits
Vicente Blasco Ibanez works dominate early film history with The Four Horsemen Blood and Sand and Enemies of Women. Rudolph Valentino featured in The Four Horsemen and Spanish heroine tale Blood and Sand. Argentine Love stars Bebe Daniels and Ricardo Cortez in Allan Dwan’s Paramount production at the National Theatre next Wednesday and Thursday.
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Vicente Blasco Ibanez
Spain
Rudolph Valentino
Allan Dwan
Paramount
Bebe Daniels
Ricardo Cortez
National Theatre
Ibanez
Card of Thanks for Help During Illness and Death
The family of S. C. Bond thanks neighbors and friends for support during the sickness and death of their husband and father. They also thank the doctor for kindness to the end and pray blessings on all who helped. Signed by Mrs. S. C. Bond and Son.
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S. C. Bond and Son
District Attorney Orders Newsstands to Withdraw Magazines
Washington City DA orders local newsstands to pull ten popular priced magazines as a preliminary list for indecent content. The note urges Texas DAs to inspect and clean up indecent magazine displays statewide.
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Washington City
Texas
Notice of Hearing on Sale Report in Hemphill Case
In the 30th District Court of Young County Texas Judge sets hearing for June 5 1925 on a report of sale of an oil and gas lease covering the North 80 acres J Abernathy Survey Abstract 1360 and personal property held to cancel an 8000 note and a 52000 oil bonus. Creditors and parties to the suit must appear to show cause why the report should not be confirmed. Willie Riggs Clerk May 26 1925.
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T. E. Ballard
M. R. Hemphill
30Th District Court
Young County
Texas
R. V. Tidwell
J. Abernathy Survey
L. S
Willie Riggs
Corbett
Robert J. Scott
Court House
Corbett Gas Well Oil Lease Auctioned in Young County
The auction lists an oil and gas lease on 67 acres from the Robert J. Scott Survey in Young County for the Corbett gas well. The bid amount is $10,937.50, with Willie Riggs noted in the record.
Wisdom Gained Ends Repetition Of Unpleasant Lessons
Prentice Mulford notes that all experiences yield wisdom but once wisdom is gained from an experience, repeating it yields little profit and may merely recreate unpleasantness.
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Prentice Mulford
Blonde Bess Opines on Real Estate Office Insight
Real estate office worker Blonde Bess says experience shows people satisfied with a lot usually build a house on it. The remark reflects practical land use ideas from the office setting.
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Blonde Bess
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Mila Frances Padgett
Nell Sammons
New York City
Atlantic
Pacific Ocean
North River
By A. B Chapin
Flanders Field
Henry
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