Young County Fair Opens At Fair Park For Three Days
A large workforce prepared Fair Park for Young County Fair beginning today with business closures from 10 am to 4 pm to let country buyers visit. The nine paragraph piece highlights parades for Friday children free admission, auto mobile racing Friday and Saturday, horse racing Friday afternoon, airplane stunts daily, and ample free parking as crowds flock to the three day event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young County
Fair Association
Fair Park
Fifth Street
Meeting Closes At Baptist Church in Graham
The Baptist church service in Graham ended last night with Rev. J. S. Bates of Fort Worth delivering the sermon. Rain hindered attendance early in the week but crowds grew from Saturday night onward, especially during high school night on Monday and Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Church
J. S. Bates
Tabernacle Baptist ‘Church of
Fort Worth
Graham
Funeral of Mrs. G. C. Miller Held in Jack County
Mrs. G. C. Miller, about seventy, died at relatives' home in Jack county. Her daughter Mrs. Henry Forest and Mr. Forest traveled to Bryson Tuesday for the funeral. She had spent considerable time in Graham with her daughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Forest
Bryson
Mrs. Forest
G. C. Miller
Jack County
Graham
Morrison Family Returns From Sherman Visit
Mr and Mrs Robert L Morrison and their little daughter returned Sunday from a visit to relatives in Sherman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert L. Morrison
Sherman
Memorial Service at First Methodist Church for Armistice Day
Hon Sidney Samuels of Fort Worth will deliver the memorial address at the Armistice Day service Sunday morning November 11 at the First Methodist church under the American Legion. The service begins at 11 o clock with a Legion color guard. Local congregations will suspend services to attend and gold star families are urged to attend with special seating and arranged music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney Samuels
Fort Worth
First Methodist
American Legion
Samuels
Texas
Graham
First Methodist Church
Ligon-Daniel Post
October Rain Records and Farm Outlook in Graham County
After ten days of rain, Graham County reports 8.88 inches of October rainfall, the heaviest since 1904. Ichita Falls logged 8.45 inches, and broad West Texas rainfall promises a good wheat barley season. Cotton harvest resumes. prices above thirty cents spur quick ginning and field clearance for a favorable fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Johnson, Sr
Graham
Ichita Falls
Texas
Johnson
Street paving resumes after rain on square
After heavy October rains paving the square is resumed with a large crew laying brick. The north half should be finished soon, followed by the south side. Upon completion, extensions on surrounding streets are expected to begin.
J L Edens Pecan Crop Worth About Six Hundred Dollars
J L Edens grocer on South Oak Street reports his Salt Creek pecan crop this year will yield about 2000 pounds. Many pecans are large or medium thin shelled and the crop is currently valued around $600, with potential profits seen in the county. He urges protection of pecan trees to boost yields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Edens
Groery
South Oak Street
Salt Creek
Misses Baynes Host Halloween Party on Plum Street
Misses Bess and Zell Baynes entertained with a Halloween party at their Plum Street home on October 31. The young crowd enjoyed games and pastimes. Willie George won an exciting contest. Virginia reel kept them dancing as popcorn balls and apples were served to a list of attendees including Willie George Elizabeth Morrison Eunice Gibson Dorothy Hudson Mattie Queen Price Gladys Fowler Kathleen Criswell Rose Amra Reed Lillian Widmat ie Cambern Vivian Lorena McLaren Emma McLaren Ada Lee Price Irene McLaren Dallas Moore Chap Smith Donald Stewart Buddy Stewart Claude Stewart Jerry Stinson W McClain Harry Fisher Luther Ogle and Grady Wright. The evening closed after midnight with guests lingering for homeward farewells.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bess
Zell Baynes
Plum Street
Willie George
Elizabeth Morrison
Eunice Gibson
Dorothy Hudson
Mattie Queen Price
Gladys Fowler
Kathleen Criswell
Rose ‘Amra
Christian Endeavor Sunday Meeting Details 1923
The program for the Christian Endeavor meeting at 7:00 p.m. Sunday November 11 1923 includes the subject Christian Workers songs Battle Hymn of Republic America the Beautiful and I Am Coming Lord scripture reading Fellowship in Church passages Luke 24 15 Acts 2 42 Romans 1 12 and 1 John prayers and notes of cooperation in Christian Work with leaders Jim McGowan Katherine Morris Pauline May Jack McGowan and Jack Martin Mizpah Benediction and a closing song.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Endeavor
Christian Workers
Ruby Dickenson
Battle Hymn of
Republic
Fellowship In Church
John J
Jim McGowan
Katherine Morris
Pauline
Jack McGowan
Jack Martin
Lord
Mizpah
Dallas man Mr. Hugh Sherwood visits city Monday
Mr. Hugh Sherwood of Dallas spent Monday in the city, appearing for business and social engagements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Sherwood
Dallas
City
Loving School Girls Carnival Supports Home Kitchen
The Girls' club at Loving school held a Halloween carnival with eight booths raising funds for a demonstration kitchen. Proceeds fell short of the goal but the club plans to continue efforts with Miss Blanche Harte Smith, county home demonstration agent, praising the efforts of Loving and other communities. The event featured readings and music from a Loving show and inspired ongoing club activity in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carni
Blanche Harte Smith
Pioneer Mother Mrs Kirkland Dead At 58 In Ivan Area
Mrs Samantha Kirkland died at her home four miles west of Ivan at 11 80 oclock Monday night aged fifty eight Her husband died about two years ago She is survived by seven children Hettie Norton Lida Norton W F Cooney Cecil and Evan Kirkland Ernest and Elbert Kirkland All reside in the local area and were present at her death Burial was in South Prairie cemetery Tuesday afternoon Rev Gilleland of Eliasville conducted the services Several from Grafham attended The local high school football team will meet Bowie at Fair Park Friday after the parade in what is expected to be a top preseason game
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samantha Kirkland
Ivan
Tme
Mesdames Hettie Norton
Lida Norton
W. F. Cooney
Cecil
Evan Kirkland
Ernest
Elbert Kirkland
South Prairie Cemetery
Gilleland
Eliasville
Grafham
Deputy Sheriff Cooper Returns After Illness
Deputy Sheriff W J A Cooper is back at the office this week following a two week illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. A. Cooper
New Company Buys Graham Light and Power Plant
The Oil Cities Electric Company of Eastland has purchased the Graham Light and Power Company of Graham and assumed management November 1. L. D. Lovett of Eastland to head the new plant with Roy Miller remaining as secretary. The firm plans improved service, a high line to Graham, and rate cuts from 20 to 15 cents per kilowatt, while keeping the old plant for emergencies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oil Cities Electric Company of
Eastland
Graham Light and Power Company
Graham
L. D. Lovett
Net
Roy Miller
Lovett
Oil Cities Electric Company
C. L. Wood
Wood
Young County Fair Ad Campaign Flown by Local trio
Mr B E Flowers and Mr L F Mallow flew in Flowers plane through Bryson Jacksboro Jermyn Loving Jean Olney and Newcastle to promote the Young County Fair in Graham. The fair opens today for a three day session. Mallow handed out literature and it was his first airplane trip. The route took under two hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. E. Flowers
L. F. Mallow
Mr. Flowers
Bryson
Jacksboro
Jermyn
Loving
Jean
Olney
Newcastle
Young County Fair
Graham
Mallow
Shamrock Motor Company
Chevrolet
Big Football Game Friday Morning
The local football team will play one of the best games of the season tomorrow morning at the ball park after the parade. Kickoff is soon after 10 o clock and at least 500 people are expected to attend. The game follows a rain postponement and a county holiday.
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Ball Park
Graham Hide and Produce opens turkey market with 1600 pounds sold
The Graham Hide and Produce Company opened its turkey market on Monday morning. Mr. Johnson bought 1600 pounds of turkeys the first day and said prices ranged from three to four dollars per bird. A large crew batches, cold stores, and plans to ship thousands of pounds to northern markets while buying all kinds of country produce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham Hide and Produce Company
Johnson
LeSage Couple Arrives From Tampico Mexico
Mr and Mrs Joe LeSage arrive Monday from Tampico Mexico where he manages the LeSage Motor Company. He plans to stay several weeks while Bob remains in Tampico and Joe visits the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe LeSage
Tampico
Mexico
LeSage Motor Company
Mr. LeSage
Bob
Joe
Mrs. Gilliland and son visit relatives in Dallas
Mrs. J. D. Gilliland and her young son Jimmie are in Dallas visiting relatives and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Gilliland
Jimmie
Dallas
Driver Building Nears Completion In Graham
The three story Driver building at the northeast square corner nears finish. L. M. Davis Drug Co and Pace Golden Jeweler move to the first floor corner with new fixtures. Roselyn Hotel operates on first to third floors with Mrs. Barnes in charge.
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Driver
L. M. Davis Drug Company
Pace Golden, Jeweler
Graham
Davis Drug Company
Davis
Davi
Golden
Stafford
Wootten and Reed
Messrs. Wootten and Reed
Young County
Roselyn Hotel
Elm Street
Barnes
The
Rob Own
Nite Hawks Bridge Club Hosts Prize Evening
The Nite Hawks Bridge Club met at Mrs. Joe Lee Matthews home on Tuesday evening. After five tables of bridge, the high score prize, an antique vase, went to Miss Tone Vogtsberger. Refreshments included a hot tomato salad potato chips and coffee for guests Mrs. James Akin Miss Bladen Garrett Miss Iane Vogstberger Miss Lucy Morris Miss Sybil Barnes Miss Louise Graham and Beulah Allen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Lee Matthews
Tone Vogtsberer
James Akin
Bladen Garrett
Iane Vogstberger
Lucy Morris
Sybil Barnes
Louise Graham
Beulah Allen
Garten Couple Headed to Hot Springs for Winter
Mr and Mrs M Garten departed at the start of the week for Hot Springs Arkansas to spend the winter season there.
Also Mentioned on This Page
American Legion Memorial Service Methodist Church
Lier
J. L. Eden
Misses Baynes
Bowie
Graham Light and Power Plant
Young Co. Fair
Driver Building
Nite Hawks
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