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Newspaper
Junction Eagle
Location
Junction, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1920
Page
1
A Texas funeral sermon honors Kennon Beasley, praising his Christian life, charitable fraternities, and ready faith. The speaker recalls Kennon’s character, family loss, and his early devotion to God, urging lasting virtue for the congregation.
Judge Coke R Stevenson delivers a solemn Masonic tribute to Kennon Beasley a stockman from a close Beasley family noting his lifelong devotion to duty and character as he lies in state and rests in the cemetery. The speech honors his post of service and urges others to imitate his steadfast conduct.
The tax assessor rolls show 1919 total tax value at 4 311 433 with an increase of 795 393 over the prior year. The 1920 total tax valuation stands at 5 106 826 due to county growth and prosperity, not tax raises, as residents seek homes, stock farming, and peace in Kimble County.
A large turnout from Junction participates in a celebratory London Day in Kimble County. Speakers include Hon. J. H. McLean of Llano, candidate for District Judge, with many other candidates expected to attend. The program features music, baseball, racing, and roping as part of a full day of amusement.
Hankins Drug Co has installed a modern sanitary soda fountain, one of the finest and most expensive in the area. A broken mirror arrived damaged in shipping and parts are missing. replacement mirror and missing components are on the way.
A party of gentlemen from Waco camped a week on the Llano and report they are having a superb time and enjoying the trip more than any before. Names listed include W Nevin C P Perec and C ee rc.
Last Saturday night the A F A M No 548 of Junction elected the following officers for the ensuing term B Ragland W M Weaver H Baker S W Albert Bierschwabe J W W P Riley Treasurer C W Atchison Secretary H O Patterson Tiler
A quiet wedding was held at 9 p m on the 5th at the writer's Junction Texas home uniting Mrs Virgie Coleman and Mr Charley Locke in Holy matrimony. The couple are wished unalloyed happiness through life and a home in Heaven by their many friends who congratulate them on the marriage.
A local notice from City Tailor Shop states customers will be refused credit. The brief message emphasizes they do not offer credit and directs patrons to pay in full for alterations or garments.
The Last Chance group entertained friends Friday with a large chicken supper served by the hosts. Afterward guests enjoyed a film at Hawkins Riley Opera House. Attendees included Doris Wright Lillian Kindrick Layless Jarvis Natalee Sandherr Lois Hankins Blix Hankins Lessie Reid Addie Mae Taylor Mabel Taylor Cecil Martin Jessye Smith Tottie Martin Winnie Reid and Mrs Jad Holekamp.
Sheriff Latta receives letter from Attorney J. A. Thomas of San Angelo requesting notice through the Eagle of the case State of Texas vs Wilson set for July 26 1920. Those interested or witnesses are asked to mark the date.
Revival meeting in London leads to cancellation of the Sunday service at Junction Church. The pastor will take a two week vacation with no preaching this week. Regular appointment resumes on the Fourth of July.
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