Bond Election Petition Approved For County Roads Plan
The Sherman executive committee approved a campaign for a 5,800,000 bond issue to fund district road construction and maintenance in the county. Judge G. P. Webb was named permanent chairman, J. R. Westbrook vice-chairman, and Ben F. Gafford legal advisor. A petition to the county commissioners’ court was prepared for circulation, with eight additional committeemen named. The plan includes concrete Cardinal highways on Nos. 5, 6, and 91 and additional Class B and C roads across the county, with signatories required by law.
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Sherman
G. P. Webb
J. R. Westbrook
Ben F. Gafford
County Commissioners’ Court
Gafford
B. J. Lindsay
Denison
Joe Hughes
Bells
Ben Oglesby
Gordonville
Edger Jackson
Preston
C. W. Adkins
Sadler
Will Pelphry
Collinsville
George Hestand
Luella
Pottsboro
Fannin County
Southmayde
Whitesboro
Cooke County
Preston Bridge
Colbert Bridge
Sherman, Howe
van Alstyne
Collin County
Denton County
Tioga
Collin County Line
Whitewright
Dorchester
Gunter
Road bond plan seeks state federal aid and local tax hike
The petition outlines bonds for road districts totaling 903 750 to be refinanced by a new issue if approved. State and federal aid are estimated at about 1 800 000. County road tax would rise to about 85 cents per 100 valuation if the bond issue passes.
George Chapman Dies Prominent Sherman Citizen at 55
Sherman June 12 George Chapman aged 55 prominent miller and philanthropist died at 4 30 pm Thursday at a local hospital after an operation. He headed the Chapman Milling Company and was involved in numerous commercial ventures and civic charities across Texas.
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Sherman
George Chapman
Memorial Half Dollars Sold for Confederate Monument Fund
A sweeping Confederate memorial drive from the Rio Grande to the Mason Dixon line sells certificates at 1 each for a newly minted half dollar. The coin serves as legal tender for 500 while the other half funds the Stone Mountain monument project in Georgia. Planters National Bank holds 100 coins. First National Bank expected to receive some soon.
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South
Rio Grande
Mason- Dixon Line
United States
Stone Mountain
Robert E. Lee
Planters National Bank
First National Bank
A Mother's Legacy Bequeaths Love Over Wealth
The American woman leaves a will gifting all property to her children, urging them to value love over possessions. She writes to bury her body cheaply, urging remembrance as alive in spirit and kindness. The closing thought centers on family unity and universal kindness beyond understanding.
Grief Reflections Rise From Marshall News Musings
In the wake of loss, people recall practical acts and lasting priorities. The Marshall News prompts readers to name duties that endure after the initial sorrow, emphasizing practical steps and personal values that steady daily life.
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Marshall News
Dawes Aims to Change Senate Rules for Easier Legislation
A Southern Lumberman quote warns that if Mr. Dawes succeeds in altering Senate rules, Congress could pass many more laws that are unnecessary. The remark highlights concern over the potential expansion of federal legislation.
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Mr. Dawes
Senate
Congress
Southern Lumberman
Advertising the Explosive Charge in Business Growth
A provocative assessment frames advertising as the spark that drives business expansion and market reach. It argues that promotional effort catalyzes sales, brand visibility, and competitive advantage in volatile markets.
No Worms in a Healthy Child Tonic Ad Claim
An old advertisement asserts that worm afflicted children show dull color and stomach issues. It promotes Srove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a two to three week remedy to enrich blood improve digestion and strengthen the system and says it will expel worms and restore health. A 60 cent bottle is suggested.
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BE. W. Glove
Wilbur Carter
Kelly
Texas
Lloyd Moore
R. B. Nall
Commercial Bank Building
Sherman, Texas
C. A. Scates, D. D
Bonham, Texas
Optometrist
Bow- Wright Drug Co
State Bank
Bonham
Gordon
Mangrum Bros
Mangrum Brothers
S. H. Montgomery
J. L. Kirkpatrick
Gordon Clothing Store
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