Letter favors creation of County Superintendent office
In a letter to the editor Prof. Keith urges support for establishing a County Superintendent of schools. He argues rural districts need supervision, young teachers benefit from guidance, and current oversight by a county judge is inadequate. He notes costs near $500 annually but contends a trained superintendent will boost rural education and equity.
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Brad Phe
Dieron
Cenans
United States
A. Kelth
Dismissal of Norris Indictment in Fort Worth
Fort Worth Texas July 16 an indictment against Rev J Frank Norris pastor of the First Baptist Church charging arson was dismissed after state witnesses failed to appear In progress of the county attorney the dismissal ends the Norris case which began after the church fire over a year ago an earlier perjury indictment against Norris resulted in a verdict of not guilty
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Fort Worth
Texas
J. Frank Norris
First Baptist Church
Norris
Wellington Prepares For Key Baseball Showdowns With Shamrock Gasoline
Home fans anticipate exciting games next week as Hollis and Shamrock meet Wellington. Inside reports claim a win for the locals. The Gasoline team arrives with a 27–2 record after 29 games and will three-match the schedule on 24, 28, and 30 of the month, drawing large crowds.
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Hollis
Shamrock
Dope
Wellington
Auto Crash Near McLean Kills Cows. Injures Three Women
An automobile accident near McLean on Monday night left two cows killed after a collision with a car driven by Joe Loftin of Alanreed. Miss Bundy suffered a broken hip and severe head injuries with a poor prognosis. Miss Ollie Haynes and another woman endured serious bruises but were expected to recover. A separate incident involved Homer Crabtree and his wife and Miss Hedrick, as the car sped down a hill and veered off toward a ravine.
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Mclean
Joe Loftin
Alanreed
Ollie Haynes
Miss Bundy
Loftin
Homer Crabtree
Miss Hedrick
Crabtree
Local Team Praised For Bright Baseball Run
The article lauds a local baseball team for brilliant recent play and credits Emmett Dobbs with efficient coaching as the squad is expected to continue its first class performance.
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Emmett Dobbs
New Car lines court Wellington Memphis travel patronage
Bevers and Richardson court public travelers between Wellington and Memphis. Schedule shows departures from Wellington at 7:00 AM arriving Memphis at 0:00. Return from Memphis at 10:00 AM arriving Wellington at noon. Round trip five dollars. Phone 17.
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Bevers & Richardson
Wellington
Memphis
Car Crashes Into Water Buries Rider and Passengers
A car plunged into water trapping Mr. Crabtree beneath the machine while saving two women who were thrown clear. He managed to lift his head and breathe until help arrived and he was freed. Remarkably none of the occupants were badly hurt. Kit Cooper of McLean sustained a broken hand while cranking another machine.
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Crabtree
Kit Cooper
McLean
Wina Wina Drink Promoted by Local Confectioners
An advertisement for Wina Wina absolutely pure drink from Box and Chapman confectioners on the south side of the square. Ice cold servings advertised.
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Box. & Chapman Confectioners
Aquare
Fatal gasoline fire at Memphis home injury
A Tuesday explosion at the home of W. E. B. Johnson in Memphis caused a pan of gasoline ignited by a hot iron to burn four people and kill one. Mrs. Joe Sturgess and Mrs. Finger were badly burned along with several others while trying to extinguish flames. the deceased was Mrs. Finger. The victims, including Mrs. Winger and children, were treated by local Undertakers Wing and Battle and embalmer Roy Houghton and will be shipped to Ripley, Mississippi. The community extends sympathy to the families.
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W. E B. Johnsoy
Joe Sturfess
Ripley
Miss
Pritchard Grocery Co. Ad Promises Satisfaction Guarantee
Fragments advertise flour at 2.50 per hundred and a general satisfaction guarantee. The readable text urges customers to return the item if not satisfied, signing as Pritchard Grocery Co.
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Pritchard Grocery
Trade for a work horse and money difference
For Trade. A dandy fine Jack, in good fix, to trade for a good work horse and wet the difference in money. See J. CG. Skaggs at O. K. Wagon Yard.
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J. CG. Skaggs
O. K
For Sale or Trade 44 Acres in Spring Valley Irrigation Area
Land listing offers 44 acres of irrigation cogs dam water deed. Low estimate $50 per acre. Buyer can part pay with Wellington property. Interested parties call or write E. M. Williams, Wellington, Texas.
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Wellington
E. M. Williams
Texas
Box & Chapman Advertises 5 Cent Drink Pure Ice Cold
Ladies and children favor pure ice cold beverage. Wine-Wina is described as the best five cent drink sold at Box & Chapman, available at BM Witliema.
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Wina
Box & Chapman
Cupid's Play on Hearts Ends in Wedding at Wellington
Mr. Louis H. Stall and Miss Blanche Hester Couch were married last Sunday at the brides home in Wellington. Attended by relatives and Wellington High School graduates from the class of 1910, the ceremony was performed by Rev. S Garrard. The couple now reside in a furnished cottage and are praised for bright prospects and shared affection.
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Louis H. Stall
Blanche Hester Couch
Wellington
Welton High Schoo
Curry
kh. S/Garrard
O. L. Couch
Couch
Stall
L. H. Stall
Louis
Gold Watch and Chain Lost at Methodist Tabernacle
Sunday night the 18th a gold watch with chain in a leather handbag and some change disappeared. Finder should return to Mrs. J. C. Walker or Leader Office to receive a reward.
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Methodist Tabernacle
J. C. Walker
Soldeby Box Chapman Sells at Wina-Vina ball ground
At the ball ground Wina-Vina Soldeby Box Chapman offers the best four cent drink every game. The stand stays open throughout the event with cold beverages for fans.
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Soldeby Box & Chapman
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