Roy M. Finley Makes Record in Six Months
Sherman Aug 1 According to county and district court records County Attorney Roy M Finley and his assistants have been very busy since he took office six months ago In district courts 104 cases tried seven acquittals 87 convictions nine suspended sentences three contested by the state In County Court 43 convictions for bed check violations two for running slot machines and several for gambling and other offenses Six padlock injunctions have been granted to close two Bandy houses and four houses violating the prohibition laws Three more suits for injunctions have been filed two for liquor violations and one for a bawdy house During six months Finley established a record for prompt trial and conviction For example an auto stolen at 9 30 am was recovered and a two year sentence handed by 2 30 pm Forty five more suits for bond forfeitures have been filed and the state collected 3068 60 One culprit apprehended and sentenced The office filed 150 suits for delinquent tax collections and expects about 1200 more before January 1 Convictions listed include murder eight ten plus crimes and numerous liquor related offenses with a total of over fifty crimes noted across categories
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Finley
Bargain on Fine Player Piano or Upright for Dallas Buyer
Brook Mays & Co. the Reliable Piano House in Dallas Texas offers a beautiful new player piano with bench and rolls or a splendid rebuilt upright with stool and scarf at bargain prices and reasonable terms. Address at once for purchase.
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Brook Mays & Co
Reliable Piano House
Dallas
Texas
Thrift: A Blessing Praised By The Chicago Journal
An old journal quotes a passage extolling thrift as a moral and social good. It argues thrift broadens horizons and fuels ambition, happiness, and usefulness, noting only diligent, honest effort yields true contentment and future confidence.
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Chicago Journal of Commerce
Farmersville Concert Tour to Surrounding Towns
The Farmersville Chamber of Commerce plans band concerts in about 15 communities during August and September. The tours aim to strengthen friendship between Farmersville and neighboring towns and to extend cooperation for East Collin's growth and development.
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Farmersville
Chevrolet Reduces Prices on Closed Cars
Detroit on August 1 an announcement by R H Grant general sales manager of Chevrolet Motor Company lists price cuts on closed models effective today Coupe drops 40 to 675 Coach 40 to 695 Sedan 50 to 775 The company cites record production and sales as reason for the earlier than planned reduction.
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Detroit
Chevrolet
R. H. Grant
Chevrolet Motor Company
It Is the Result of Quantity Production at Lower Cost
The quote attributes improved affordability to quantity production enabling quality manufacture at reduced expense, as stated by Mr. Grant.
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Mr. Grant
Texas Loss Heavy In Forest Fires
Washington reports 1924 Texas forest fires totaled 5058, burning over 1,000,000 acres and destroying $551,000 worth of timber plus nearly $100,000 in other property. Smokers caused 1,574 fires. camp fires, brush, and incendiary causes added to the toll. Nationwide fires reached 92,000 with 12,800 from smokers and 21,000 incendiary.
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Washington
Texas
United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Chile con carne not from Mexico origin questioned
In Mexico City on August 4 a discussion notes that the dish "Mexican Chile Con Carne" may not be native to Mexico, suggesting the mix of kidney beans and meat popularized by American packing companies likely originated across the Rio Grande, with no traditional Mexican record of such a preparation before Spanish conquest.
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Mexico City
Mexico
Cortez
Rio Grande
Thrift Is Blessed and Its Rewards Endure
A motivational piece extols thrift as the path to wealth without waste. It argues thrift builds security, comfort, and influence, noting that living within income, saving, and prudent investing prevent poverty and nurture genuine values. The essay asserts thrift never hinders worthy pleasures or goals.
Chili with Meat Origins Tied to Texas Pioneers
Authorities on the subject believe the dish originated among Texas pioneers possibly adopted from American Indians. Mexicans are not incensed nor boastful that their American cousins credited them with its concoction.
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Texas
Another Freak of the Cyclone in Beloit Kansas
A Beloit Kansas cracker box conversation recounts a cyclone tale with humorous detail. The speaker recalls seeing a rooster stuck in a jug crowing after the storm and notes the need to haul stove wood. The tip about Spelee of Ambrose is mentioned.
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Beloit
Kansas
I. M. Spelee
Ambrose
Habitual Constipation Cure Syrup Ad
A specially prepared Syrup Toric Laxative called "LAN PEPSIN" relieves promptly but should be taken regularly for 14 to 21 days to induce regular action. It stimulates and regulates and is very pleasant to take. Price 60¢ per bottle.
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Chile
E W.grove
Dyer & Jones
Elks Garage
Manton Fain
Houston and
Walnut Sts
Sherman
Flint
Michigan
Bob Sears
S. H. Montgomery
C. A. Scates
Optometrist
Bonham
Texi’s
Whitewright
Bow- Wright Drug Co
State Bank Bldg
Grove
Mr. Reeves
Cull Reeves
Gordon Clothing Store
Sun Office
First National Bank
H. L. Gordon
Gordon Clothing Company
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
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