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Newspaper
Graham Leader
Location
Graham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1925
Page
7
Mr T L Oliver of Loving attended a slipper sale at Street & Co's while Mr Perry Forrest departed for Burleson County on business. A gingham sale is listed at Street & Co's. Billie Joe, the young daughter, has been living with Mr and Mrs Marvin Stephens since Saturday October 10.
Mr A E Posern and daughter Miss Berlina of Woodson visited Graham on Monday as shoppers inspect bargain prices. The store promotes big discounts with dresses priced at 12 for lse 19 cents and similar deals.
Mr. Jim Porter of Bartlesville Oklahoma is visiting his parents Mr and Mrs James Porter this week for a family gathering and reunion.
Norman Burnett, a Graham High School graduate two years ahead, is enrolled at Marion Institute in Marion Alabama this session.
Mr Billy Fisher of Indian Mound visited last Saturday to express gladness over the success of the road bond election. Jim Guinn of Flint Creek was in Graham Saturday as a business visitor and updated the figures in The Leader.
Deputy Sheriff John Casey made a trip yesterday to Wichita on business connected with the sheriff's department. The next regular meeting of the Graham Music Club will be held Wednesday, October 21. Miss Maurine Hudson, who is here visiting relatives, spent the weekend in Breckenridge with her cousin Miss Evelyn McLendon.
Mr and Mrs Harbart Parsons announce the birth of their son Robert Warren at their home east of Graham born October 14.
Mr and Mrs Fred T Arnold and daughters visited Dallas for several days last week attending the State Fair on Saturday and returning Sunday. Mr and Mrs James Porter also traveled to Dallas to meet their son Cecil a Baylor University student who came from Waco to see them.
A big assortment of children’s shoes including odds and ends and broken lots goes on sale at Bargain Prices.
Mr and Mrs Lisle Skinner of Waco are the parents of a fine little daughter born Saturday October 10. Grandpa Scott is expected to travel to Waco soon to see the new granddaughter.
Football fans praised the high school boys after a fine game on Monday. They plan a repeat outing Thursday afternoon as Jacksboro comes over for a 3 45 kickoff.
All broken assortments of Ladies Slippers go on sale for one week at Bargain Prices many of them less than half price. See them.
Among the attendees were Dr. S. J. Rucker of Weatherford and Reverends R. F. Brown of Waco R. J. LaPrade of Newcastle M. D. Council of Olney W. N. Danson of Olney J. C. Grimes of Loving and G. C. Mitchell of Eliasville.
Mr. E. Long of El Paso, a charter member of the Graham Baptist Church when organized in 1880, attended services Sunday. He has been visiting his brother Walter Long and relatives in Texas for several weeks, traveling alone by car after moving from New Mexico to El Paso a few months ago.
Chap Smith of Wichita Falls attended from Friday to Monday to watch Graham High defeat Iowa Park 64 to 0 amid rain postponement. Snoddy & Son Bible specials noted in the report.
Miss Maude Gruby and Mrs C C attended the state chiropractic convention in Dallas October 10 and 11. Gruby reported a record crowd and called the event the best ever.
Mrs. N. R. Martin of Eliaville visited Graham early in the week and called at The Leader office to renew her subscription. Though nearly eighty, she remains active and attends to business matters.
Duck season officially opens Friday October 16 with favorable water and vegetation conditions. A strong northern flight is expected to arrive earlier than usual, boosting hunting activity and local interest.
The judge remarks that Eph says his wife agreed to the divorce but Eph asks if he will receive any alimony. The exchange highlights tensions over support in the dissolution.
W E Steele, county tax collector, arrived with news of a son born to him and Mrs Steele on Saturday afternoon. The proud father plans to let the infant stay with the mother a few days before he assumes his duties in the office.
A boy bursts into a home shouting for a swim guide after telling his father fell into a river. He frantically searches the bookcase, hoping to find instructions to help retrieve him. The scene centers on a rescue in progress and a family rushing to aid.
A concise reflection urges advertisers to shift focus from flashy fireworks to enduring stars. It argues people overemphasize bright displays, and recommends changing ads weekly to better capture attention and imagination with steadier, star-like messaging.
Graham Texas October 20 1925 letters acknowledge 15000 payment for death claims of William C Bell. Checks delivered by agent Pat Bryan as prompt settlement three days after proof dated October 7. Temporary Administrator J E Hightower commends the company.
Ned Sparks, famed for a grave mien, headlines in David Belasco's The Boomerang at the National Theatre next Monday and Tuesday October 19 and 20. His stern countenance contrasts with the play's comic moments, delivering over a dozen laughs.
Mr L C Reed of Jean becomes a Leader subscriber. Hon B W King was a professional visitor to Wichita Falls yesterday. Mr W J Bryant visited and updated his Leader figures to 1926. Mrs B G Moseley called at the office and updated her Leader figures to 1926. Cow Chow costs nothing, extra milk production pays the bill.
A big circus arrives in Graham on Friday October 23 drawing local excitement. Young boys collect nickels to pool funds for tickets.
Carolyn Perkins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Perkins, was ill yesterday but is much better today. See these big bargains in a special one week sale on dress gingham.
Mr A M Bowen of Palo Pinto visited Graham yesterday and has numerous Graham friends. Miss Mollie West attended the State Fair opening in Dallas last Saturday. Mrs Donald Hockaday of Mineral Wells has been visiting her parents, Mr and Mrs H C Stoffers, for several days.
Many Graham residents traveled to Dallas on Sunday for State Fair attendance and to visit friends and relatives, making a day trip event for the community.
This week a shipment of Elzee hats for ladies and misses arrives. The Cola Mint Company reports unusually high sales of its famous cold remedy, manufactured in Graham and sold widely.
Mr and Mrs John E Morrison Mrs A W Kay Mrs I T Gilmer and son John and Mr A A Morrison returned last Saturday from a trip to Los Angeles California and observed the new coats on display.
Mr and Mrs S T Needham of Salem were in Graham yesterday planning a dedication day for the new Salem Methodist Church this Sunday. The presiding elder of the district will preach the dedication sermon.
Mr. Sam Goldwater mayor of Banger said to The Leader he will give twenty five pounds of Light Crust flour to every newly married couple south of the Brazos. Indications are he will award a sack this week.
Thousands of yards of new dress ginghams go on sale for ten days at substantial reductions. Specials include prices at 15c, 19c, 22c, and 29c. shoppers urged to see the sale offerings at the store location.
Mr. J. S. Timmons of Elbert visited Graham on Saturday. He is seen as an outstanding local character who lived near Graham before moving to Elbert years ago.
On Friday night October 23 at 8 o'clock the new officers will be installed. Members and their families are invited to attend this meeting and to bring well-filled baskets. Ida Bower Guardian Lizzie Rehders Adviser May Woules Clerk.
A 1925 financial statement shows assets and liabilities of a Young County bank with loans, real estate, deposits, and guaranty fund entries. The document includes signatures of the president and cashier, a notary, and directors. Separately, a court notice in Young County Texas requests publication of an annual guardian account for E M Biggers, with hearing set for January 4, 1926, and a sheriff citation for the publication. An upcoming city election on dog-at-large ordinances is also noted.
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