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Graham Leader

Location

Graham, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 26, 1925

Page

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Rev T Edgar Neal New Pastor Of Graham Methodist Church

Rev T Edgar Neal is appointed pastor of the Graham Church succeeding Rev J W W Shuler who goes to Ennis. Neal, formerly at Weatherford, is described as a young strong preacher welcomed by the congregation and Christian community. The piece lists other pastor assignments and transfers across the county and district.

J. W. W. Shuler Methodist Church Ennis T. Edgar Neal Weatherford Brother Shuler Graham Church Graham J. W. Bickley Graham Circuit M. D. Council Olney G. G. Mitchell Eliasville J. C. Grimes Loving Co. G. Shutt P. H. Gates Newcastle W. E. Harrell Palo Pinto T. M. McBrayer Whitt Alvarado Cleburne P. E. Cantrell Waxahachie Caddo T. E. Bowman Cisco Mulkey Memorial Fort Worth F. E. Singleton Polytechnic Eastland A. W. Franklin J. H. Stewart Presiding Elder Aledo C. E. Wade Azle B. W. Kramer Gordon T. W. Hook Graford C. B. Diltz Graham Station Millsap W. J. Cloud Mineral Wells W. H. Coleman A. A. Helms Alonzo Monk, Jr

Graham Charter Amendment Election December 5

The article explains Graham voters will decide on amending section 48 of the City Charter. Council members say the change aims to allow fund flexibility without raising taxes. Supporters and opponents alike urged informed consideration and opportunities to ask council members questions.

Graham

Large Graham congregation fills First Methodist for Thanksgiving

One of the largest Graham gatherings filled the First Methodist Church Sunday night for a Thanksgiving program by the Graham Music Club and the Community Choral Club under Charles A. Russell. Miss Lois Johnson played the organ and Rev W E B Lockridge gave a concise Thanksgiving sermon. An $80 donation was mailed to United Charities, with solos by Miss Madard Gruby Mrs Gregg Mr Gilmer and Mr Thornton and a Wingo Hampton duet plus a Graham Duncan Russell trio. The Choral Club begins Christmas work and the service shifts from Thursday to Sunday evening proving popular.

Graham Graham Music Club Community Choral Club Charles A. Russell Frances Miller Lois Johnson W. E. B. Lockridge United Charities

Graham High School Defeats Lorena for Bi-District Title

Graham High School beat Lorena 39 to 20 to win the bi district championship in districts 4 and 9. Clark and Moore starred with long runs and passes as Graham built a 20 to 14 lead by the third period and added three more touchdowns in the final frame. The team now prepares for a Friday 3 PM showdown with Highland Park of Dallas at Fair Park.

Graham High School Lorena Lorena Leopards Highland Park Dallas Graham Boys Strawn Decatur Seymour McLennan County Graham Clark Wallace Matthews Atkins Lorena Boys Gilmer

Caudill Murrells Wed in Breckenridge then to Graham

The marriage of C. T. Murrell and Zelma Lee Caudill took place in Breckenridge on November 25. After a brief honeymoon they will reside in Graham. The bride, daughter of B. L. Caudill, graduated Graham High School in 1924 and studied in Denton. the groom, from Eastland, works for Gulf Production Company.

C. T. Murrell Zelma Lee Caudill Breckenridge Graham B. L. Caudill Graham High School Denton Eastland Banger Gulf Production Company

Grocery Shower Planned for Joe B Friedel

Friends of Joe B. Friedel host a grocery shower Friday November 27 as he returns home from Fort Worth after losing his eyes. Items may be left at 825 Texas Street or at his shop 620 Oak Street.

Joe B. Friedel Fort Worth Texas Street Oak Street

Mrs H M Yates Visits Mineral Wells Guest of Daughter

Mrs H M Yates of Mineral Wells is visiting this week as the guest of her daughter Mrs W Hinson.

One O Clock Luncheon Hosted by Mr and Mrs Stewart

Mr and Mrs Jack Stewart of 728 Virginia Street entertained with a one oclock luncheon on Thursday. The dining room and table were prettily decorated with covers laid for guests including Mr and Mrs A D Stewart Mr and Mrs W A Stewart and son Waltemar Mr and Mrs Raymond Leslie Mrs F Hartsell and daughters Billie Lou and Geraldine Misses Kathleen and Mary Stewart and Don Stewart.

Jack Stewart Virginia Street A. D. Stewart W. A. Stewart Waltemar Raymond Leslie F. Hartsell Billie Lou Geraldine Kathleen Mary Stewart Don Stewart

Annual Roll Call Notice For K of P Lodge Members

Officers announce that the K of P Lodge will hold its annual roll call next Tuesday December 1 all members must be present to answer to their names at the meeting Tuesday night.

K. of P. Lodge

Presbyterian Social Postponed to December 4

The Presbyterian Social scheduled for Friday night November 27 is postponed to Friday night December 4 due to the serious illness of the baby of Mr and Mrs Chas Hutchison.

Presbyterian Social Chas. Huchison

Texas officials on resignations shock move

Highways Commissioners Lanham and Burkett refused to resign then Governor Ferguson announced no call for resignations yet they stepped down. Moody appears to have leveraged critical information affecting outcome.

Lanham and Burkett Ferguson Texas Moody

Graham Hosts Highland Park In Friday Championship Clash

Graham and Highland Park meet Friday at three in Graham to decide the district four title. Both squads boast strong records, have league crowns, and share equal standings this season. Recovery from injuries is hoped to be complete for the big game.

Highland Park Graham Dallas Texas Cleburne-Fort Worth

Hawkins Family Visit From Spearman Texas

Mr and Mrs W H Hawkins and Mr and Mrs Jason Hawkins arrived Sunday from Spearman Texas for a visit. The elder Mr Hawkins will travel to Fort Worth tomorrow for an eye operation. They formerly lived in the Indian Mound community. Mrs Jason Hawkins is the daughter of Mr and Mrs R D Owen of Graham.

W. H. Hawkins Jason Hawkins Spearman Texas Hawkins Fort Worth Indian Mound R. D. Owen Graham

State rests in Griffith trial at Archer City

In the Lige Griffith murder case at Archer City the state rested after four witnesses testified about the October 19 Dundee shooting. J E Robbins said Griffith drove up and shot Herbert Griffin through his car windshield after stopping by the Ross building. Witnesses indicated Griffin was unarmed, Griffith made no remark before firing, and he reportedly said That has run over me long enough. The defense rested later with A W Maxwell George Ancell and the deceased’s widow among those who testified. The trial was expected to finish that week.

Reilly-Griffin Archer City Lige Griffith Herbert Griffin Dundee J. E. Robbins Griffin Griffith Ross A. W. Maxwell George Ancell

Moody Wins Road Controversy In Texas Probe

Attorney General Moody wins key court rulings in a probe into highway contracts and profits. The case centers on the American Road Construction Company with alleged overcharges and a $250,000 Federal Aid fund discrepancy. Gov Ferguson and lawmakers face calls for resignations as investigations expand.

American Road Company Highway Commission Calhoun Moody American Road Construction Company Texas J. E. Ferguson Lanham and Burkett Daily Lanham Burkett Highway Department Travis County Grand Jury Miriam A. Ferguson Governor Federal Aid Road Fund United States Earle B. Mayfield Hartman

Delightful Weather Report From Young County

The piece notes weeks of sunny pleasant weather in Young County with a rare flurry on two Saturdays. Farmers nearing cotton harvest, schools reopening, and Christmas planning underway. Merchants showcase holiday goods as Thanksgiving passes and farmers report conditions fair with lease money improving outlook for the winter.

Young County

Presbyterian Pastor to Attend Chattanooga Convention

Dr. Gary Smith will depart next Sunday afternoon for Chattanooga Tennessee to attend a Presbyterian Church convention. He will fill the pulpit at 11 o’clock with no evening service.

Gary Smith Chattanooga Tennessee The Presbyterian Church

Williams and Holcomb Return From Texas Deer Hunt

Kent Williams and Bill Holcomb returned Friday from a deer hunt in southwest Texas. Williams killed a deer during the trip.

Messrs Kent Williams Bill Holcomb Texas Mr. Williams

Deacon Dobbs stage comedy at Graham High School

Local talent presented Deacon Dobbs a three act comedy at the High School auditorium directed by Mrs. John B. Rhea. Lois Johnson played piano and Camp Fire Girls provided music as Graham residents enjoyed the performance featuring Otto Deats Chas Alford H L McKaig Chas A Russell Phil Huey Samye Peacock Nell Sammons Homerette Whatleye Verna Evans Verna Mae Wingo and others in villagers roles.

Deacon Dobbs K. of P. Lodge John B. Rhea Graham Lois Johnson H. L. Thornton C. A. Russell O. Fauntleroy C. C. Hampton Sorghum Center West Virginia

Mothers Club meets at Methodist Church with sixteen members

The Mothers Club convened Tuesday afternoon at the Methodist Church with sixteen members present. New member Mrs. Joe Wootten was welcomed and the program covered child development, digestion, breathing, morals, care of teeth, outdoor exercise, and spiritual factors in growth. A lively round table discussion followed as members pledged to improve as mothers.

Mothers Club Methodist Church P. K. Deats Joe Wootten G. B. Johnson C. C. Bloodworth D. H. Bolin J. J. Gallaher

Prisoner Tries Jail Fire Escape in Travis County

A prisoner, at 1 o clock Tuesday night, set bedding alight in his cell to burn out of the Travis County jail. He and three others suffocated by smoke and fumes, were pulled outside and treated. Bedding was destroyed and the fire endangered the building while other inmates suffered from the odor.

Austin Travis County Sam Haigler Miller

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