Visitors and Relatives Visit Sherman and Dallas Area
Local notes list Miss Jo Willa Stateville, Miss Claire Doss, and other residents visiting relatives in Sherman. Several journeys include Dr. and Mrs. C. D. Judd of Denton, Rev. J. E. Montgomery of Wichita Falls, and Mrs. Bess Geer to Kentucky.
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Jo Willa Stateville
Sherman
Claire Doss
C. D. Judd of
Denton
B. G. Gowdy
J. E. Montgomery
Wichita Falls
F. M. Echols
Bess Geer
Kentucky
Mary Pumphrey
H. G. May
Dallas
Mrs
R. May
C. R. Truett
Houston
Tom Truett
Rev
J. L. Truett
Jayne Payne
J. D. Hoard
Chicago
Stoves On Sale From Roberts Co In New Lineup
Bill Jones highlights a splended line of oil stoves from Roberts Co offering hot blue flame stoves that cook like natural gas and stylish designs. The shop also lists second hand wood and oil stoves, encouraging readers to visit for talks on stoves.
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Roberts Co
Roberts Co Pants Sale Highlight
If you need an extra pair of work pants or dress pants it pays to browse Roberts Co line. Roberts Co can still save you money on pants.
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Roberts Co
Roberts Co. Show Strong Line of Men’s Shoes
Roberts Co. presents a good range of men’s work and dress shoes priced well under current market levels. The ad notes affordability and a broad selection to attract buyers seeking value.
Roberts Co Bayou State Lube Oil Deals
Roberts Co offers Bayou State Lube Oil at 15c per quart, said to be 99 81/100 percent pure. A good grade oil is available at 10c per quart, with special prices on 5 gallon lots.
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Remember, Roberts Co
Roberts Co Upgrades Groceries and Fresh Produce Sale
Roberts Co offers an up to date grocery line with price appeal. They pay top prices for country hams bacon chickens and eggs and feature a new lot of grapes at 15c per basket.
Prohibition Rally Highlighted By Local Speakers
A large crowd attended a Friday prohibition rally. Master of ceremonies J W Henry introduced speakers Lloyd Stowers Van Vestal and Rev G C Ivins who argued against repeal and for relief bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Henry
Lloyd Stowers
van Vestal
G. C. Ivins
Baptist Church
Barn construited by Ralph Wallace holds seed for better price
Ralph Wallace has built a large barn west of town for storing hay corn cottonseed and other products. He is holding all his cottonseed hoping to secure a higher price than the current market. Mrs. Fred W. Smith and children visit relatives in Greenville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Wallace
Birthday Party For Billy Cantrell At Grandparents Home
Billy George Cantrell celebrated his seventh birthday with a party at his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. C A McLean's home. Fourteen children joined in contests and games before cake lemonade and watermelon at five. The attendees enjoyed the afternoon.
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Billy George Cantrell
C. A. McLean
Local business changes and community notes in Sherman Whitewright
A. A. Adams sells Triple A Filling Station in Sherman and seeks Continental Oil Dallas wholesale agency then moves to Dallas. Rev G C Ivins and wife visit Weldon Texas to see his brother M N Ivins in China service. Mrs Lucian LaRoe and daughter Lucille return from trip via New Orleans Orange Port Arthur Galveston Austin, attend UT summer graduation. Lee Wilburn earns BBA and joins Austin junior high math faculty. Furniture sale ads tout rising prices and promotions including beds, living suites, radios and appliances from Bonham dealer Lem Tittsworth.
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A. A. Adams
Whitewright
Triple A
Sherman
Adams
Continental Oil Company
Dallas
Mr. Adams
Ford Agency
G. C. Ivins
Weldon
Texas
Lucian LaRoe
Lucille
New Orleans
Orange
Port Arthur
Galveston
Austin
University of Texas
Lee Wilburn
Whitewright Grammar School
Wilburn
Death of Mrs Nora Bray Recalls Local Pioneers
Telegram announces the death of Mrs Nora Bray in Knox City hospital. She and husband Wm H Bray were longtime residents, raised in the Whitewright area. Born in Mississippi, she moved to Texas as an infant with E W Savage family. Survived by husband, son Charles Bray of Florida, daughters Mrs Tom Lockhard of Chillicothe and Mrs Fred Warren of Munday, and four brothers.
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Ben Savage
Nora Savage Bray
Knox City
Dry leaders protest ballot wording in Sherman county race
Disgruntled dry leaders claim the ballot misleads voters by not specifying the county area for 3.2 beer legalization. County officials dismiss the worry noting no misinformation. A new election cannot be called for six months from last Saturday under House Bill 119 section 19, with petitions due to the commissioners court.
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Sherman
Commissioners’ Court
Helpful cleaning hints from a vintage guide
Dipping fish in boiling water aids scaling. Mahogany can be washed with cold tea or a weak vinegar solution. Camphor in the silver drawer prevents tarnish. Lemon juice and salt clean ivory piano keys and knife handles. A nail in hot water helps drive it into plaster without cracking. Use small thin nails to protect walls. Do not use soap on white silk. dissolve soap in water before laundering.
Judge Applauds Burglary Skill in Courtroom Exchange
The judge compliments the defendant on high ingenuity in the burglary. The culprit rejects flattery and urges the judge to refrain from praise, insisting he dislikes flattery. The exchange highlights a sharp courtroom moment.
Kimbell to Open Cooking Compound Plant in Sherman
Kimbell Oil Mill plans a cottonseed oil refinery and 60,000 pound daily capacity shortening plant in Sherman. Construction to start immediately with operation expected in 60 to 90 days. The company will relocate and upgrade the Mutual Refining Co assets and move equipment from the Interstate Cotton Oil Refining Co plant. New Kimbell officers include Coleman Carter Jr and James Thompson as vice presidents and S A Hayes as manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willow Street
Interstate Cotton Oil Refining Company
Munger Interests
Dallas
L. R. Munger
Kimbell
Mutual
Kimbell Oil Mill
Coleman Carter Jr
James Thompson
Sherman
W. L. Newman
Fort Worth
S. A. Hayes
Denison to Bells Highway Project Advances
Construction on a 12 mile extension of Highway 91 from Denison to Bells may start this year. Judge J J Loy says deeds for land have been obtained or promised with payments to follow. Right of way width will be 100 feet, 200 feet at creeks, funded by 4600 from Precinct 2 road fund.
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Bonham
Judge Loy
John Washburn
Precinct 2
Paris Taxes Hit Residents With Odd Levies
The Parisian tax system imposes charges on windows awnings and balconies for buildings. Merchants pay by letters in signs while doctors and lawyers are taxed for their shingles. Autos face horsepower based rates and taxi drivers pay daily taxi levies. Pet licenses rise reducing animal sightings and radios are taxed annually.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles W. Berry
City of
New York
Paris
M. Berry
Honeymoon aboard liner sparks lighthearted worry
A young couple on their ocean liner honeymoon shares a playful moment as the groom asks if she feels sick and the bride replies she is not ill, but cannot even yawn without risk.
Pigeons Said to Number 200 Distinct Varieties
A report notes an estimate of about 200 distinct kinds of fancy pigeons. The count reflects diverse breeds and classification by feather, size, and color.
Forecasts for future marriage happiness in 1950s bureau study
A sociological study proposes using a marriage license questionnaire and matrimonial counselor to predict long term happiness. Findings note a wife without a mother in law, harmonious in laws, shared religious education, and a courtship of three to five years as factors for more enduring marriages.
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Frankie
Johnny
A Costly VICE for Girls in Elite Washington School
A Washington finishing school circulated lavish catalogs to wealthy patrons touting high price tuition and extras. A printer misprinted an added feature as VICE AND PERSONALITY, creating costly reprints after the error was discovered.
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Washington
Dad
What Is The Law On Negotiable Instruments
The article outlines when title passes to postdated or ante-dated instruments, note liability for accommodation signers, the primacy of written amounts if unambiguous, how to enforce without assuming liability, items not affecting validity, and criteria for a holder in due course including acquisition before due date, lack of notice, regular on its face, and good faith for value.
Requirements of a Negotiable Instrument
In writing and signed by maker, it must contain an unconditional promise or order to pay a fixed sum of money. It may be payable on demand or on a fixed date and must be payable to the order of a person or to the bearer.
Material alterations of an instrument
Date, sum, time or place of payment, number or relation of the parties, currency in which payment is to be made.
Rhyme Verse Notes on Ca'lina Co-Ed
A light verse about a Ca'lina co-ed who cherishes fine pleasures. The playful lines hint at courting rituals with a wink to wining and dining before affection. The couplet structure emphasizes flirtation and social charm.
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Ca’lina
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Emmet Penn
Mary Rena
Margaret Boone
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Ida
Ed Patridge
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Bonham Hospital
John Cantrell
J. L. Cantrell
Orbin Blanton
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San Augustine
Simmons Powell
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J. W. Davidson
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J. H. Waggoner
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Needlework Guild
Mildred Holcomb
Maggie Horton
Rev. C. Chumbley of
Howe
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H. L. Gordon
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C. B. Bryant
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Sweetwater
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Denison
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Bob Bow
Alpine
Bow-Wright Pharmacy
J. M. Mabe
Oklahoma City
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Mabe
Oklahoma
Grafton Phillips
Lonzo Boles
Albany, Ky
W. T. Gelling
Melba
Joplin
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Cason
A. M. Roberts
Porter
Whitewright High School
Greenville
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the Sun
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Cole & Davis Company
Cole & Davis Co
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