Marriages and local notes from Graham 1885
In Graham and Young County events, J S Fore wed Mrs Blackwood at a residence near Graham officiated by Rev J A Eddleman. Col O E Finley and Blanch Roane married in Galveston and arrived by stage. Various local items note births, school moves, new businesses, sales, and civic actions including a temperance petition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. S. Fore
Graham
William Johnson
Gooseneck Bend
R. Lindsey
South Bend
G. W. Black
J. N. Adair
J. B. Shumaker
Frankie Barrett
John Wood
Bower
McJimsey
J.S. McCan
Belknap
John Pohlman
Wadley
Homer Mayes
Lou Shumaker
Albany News
Messrs
Chevon Named for Goat Meat by U S Goat Groups
United States Department of Agriculture indicates no objection to adopting the name chevon for goat meat. The term, coined by Angora goat producers from French roots meaning goat mutton, aims to standardize labeling and demand across markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southwest
United States Department of Agriculture
Angora
Eye transplantation claim features in Chicago research
Dr. Theodore Kopanyi of the University of Chicago states human eye transplantation without vision loss is possible and cites successful demonstrations in animals. He reports restoring sight after severing optic nerves and eye muscles in test subjects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Kopanyi
University of Chicago
Young County Fair Opens With October Festivities
The Young County Fair runs from October 7 to October 11, 1924, featuring exhibits, livestock displays, markets, and community events across the fairgrounds. Local families participate, with 4-H and agricultural societies contributing contests and demonstrations.
Texas Education Growth Amid Prosperity and Civic Fairs
Texas schools report higher attendance signaling growing educational interest amid generally healthy finances. Many students work to fund college, with self supporting learners performing best. Community fairs draw crowds, fostering shared problem solving and cooperation. Automobile tourism increases exposure to the state, aiding education through travel. South Carolina boosts purebred sires under the Better Sires Better Stock plan, with Clemson’s Starkey leading efforts. Kingsville builds a new South Texas Teachers College. construction funded at 330000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
South Carolina
United States Department of Agriculture
L. V. Starkey
Clemson College
Let's Go to Loving Suggests Gossip in Olney Town
In Olney a tale from Archer County News recounts a flirtation gone awry. A girl invited a stranger to “Loving,” aiming for playful banter, but the boy misread the cue leading to a crude public altercation about intentions and manners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olney
Archer County
Human Nature Seen in Washroom on Pullman Car
The piece observes selfish behavior among strangers in a Pullman car washroom. It notes how Mr Average Man spreads belongings across the space, blocking others from using the facility while he prepares his toilet.
Young County Fair Opens October 7 1924
The Young County Fair runs October 7 through 11, 1924, featuring livestock shows, displays, and community events across multiple exhibition halls and grounds. Local families are encouraged to attend and support regional agriculture and crafts.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Donald McGregor
Graham Leader
Sam Criswell
Miss Dixie Lauderdale
Barnett Place
Tank Valley
Milt Eichelberger
J. C. Hindman
W. H. Farmer
New Baptist Church
John Timmons
S. R. Crawford
R. E. Mabry
King County
A. H. Carrigan
Throckmorton
Miller
Carrigan
A. B. Gant
A. T. Gay
Tennesee
R. Jefferey
England
Young County
Hiram Gort ‘Serten
Lindy
Pop An
Hiram
New South Texas Teachers’ College
Kingsville
Reg
Purina
Hinson-Hockaday Grain CO
Eliasvill
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!