Pardoned Because of Humiliation and Pressure
Austin May 26. Governor Miriam A. Ferguson granted a conditional pardon to Jim Cade from Haskell County after serving more than four times his five year sentence for manslaughter. The decision cites his long perceived punishment and public dishonor relief. The pardon followed testimony by a Legislative committee probing penitentiary affairs and allegations of improper conduct by a former prison official.
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Austin
Miriam A. Ferguson
Jim Cade
Haskell County
Joint Legislative Committee
T. K. Irwin
Dallas
Houston
Jim
Cade
Mark Parsons
Titus County
W. G. Russell
el Paso County
Potter County
Bagging For Cotton Set at Two Pounds
Washington May 26 Bagging weighing two pounds per yard was indorsed for standard covering for cotton bales at ginning. Manufacturers agreed not to exceed the standard for stocks after 1925. A 45 pound bundle weight with buckles was recommended as a standard for ties and weighing. The move aims to shift to net weight pricing. A conference of cotton shippers and bagging makers called to standardize bale coverings for more attractive packaging in international trade.
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Washington
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablet Ad Claims Uniqueness
An old advertisement touts LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE tablets as removing the cause with a single product, noting W.GROVE'S signature on the box and a price of 30 cents.
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W.grove
Relief for skin diseases with Blue Star Remedy jar
Advertises Blue Star Remedy as relief for Itch Eczema Tetter Poison Oak Ring worm and sores on children with a money back guarantee. First application relieves itching, does not stain clothing, and has a pleasant odor. Sold by Dyer & Jones.
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Dyer & Jones
President Coolidge backs debt settlement with foreign nations
President Coolidge and advisers declare the United States will pursue settlements with the American Debt Commission for unfunded obligations totaling 7 billion dollars. The White House statement follows foreign discontent with funding talks and notes Cabinet discussions with Kellogg and Mellon. France and Belgium debt talks are highlighted, with France cited for potential settlement of 4.2 billion and Belgium preparing to address its 480 million debt.
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Washington
Coolidge
American Debt Commission
United States
White House
Kellogg
Treasury
Mellon
France
Belgium
Lawn Mowers Sharpened for Better Yard Work
Local shop advertises a specially built lawn mower sharpening machine that sharpens each blade evenly, making mowers work like new. The notice targets homeowners and mentions services alongside other trades such as horseshoeing blacksmith and woodwork.
Grayson County Singing Convention in Denison at First Methodist
Singers are invited to Denison for the Grayson County Singing Convention at the First Methodist Church near Fannin Avenue and Woodard Street on the first Saturday night and Sunday in June. The event aims to lift up Jesus Christ through Gospel song, not a contest, with lunch encouraged and visiting singers provided for by local supporters.
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Grayson County
Denison
First Methodist Church
Fannin Avenue
Woodard Street
Jesus Christ
Two Drowned Near Graford Reported Today
Graford May 24 Two persons an elderly man and a small boy were drowned in separate incidents near this place today Monroe Weldon 69 fell while dipping water from a concrete trough on his farm and was found dead soon after with the cause presumed to be a head injury from the trough
A Bottle of Herbine Promises Quick Digestion Relief
An old advertisement touts Herbine as a household doctor with instant relief for digestion and sluggish bowels. One or two doses allegedly restore buoyant spirits and a feeling of perfect health. Price 60c. Sold by Bow-Wright Drug Co.
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Bow-Wright Drug CO
Tragic Drowning of Claude King in local Pond
Claude King aged seven disappeared while wading near his home as he stepped beyond his depth in a pond. Attempts by his parents and neighbors to reach him were fruitless and he perished before aid could arrive.
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Claude King
Eli King
Pierce's Cafe Ice Cream Claim Sparks Customer Praise
Local cafe proclaims its self made ice cream is pure and tasty based on customer feedback and owner taste tests.
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Pierce
Educational contest circular from Sheffield Laboratories
A notice offering a $3,500 in cash prizes for an educational contest open to everyone. First prize is $2,000. Send a stamped envelope for the circular, rules, and questions. Dept 9 Sheffield Laboratories, Aurora, Illinois. 4m28
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Sheffield Laboratories
Aurora
Illinois
Johnson's offers Re-Nu-Lae furniture finish and paints
Re-Nu-Lae will make your furniture and interior look like new. Get it at Johnson's. All kinds of paints and oil carried in stock.
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Johnson's
Hayes Healing Honey with Grove Open-Trate Salve
Quick cough relief offered by Hayes Healing Honey paired with Grove Open-Trate Salve for chest and throat. Enclosed salve treats cold or croup. combined pack costs 35 cents. Children should have chest rubbed with salve for faster relief.
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Hayes
Grove
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Genol Agency
John Hollingsworth
Goodyear
Huffines & Bailey
W. H. Dugan
Pres
Graford
Manning & Clark
Sudan
Gillett Grain Company Seed
American Fire and Marine Insurance Company
S. H. Montgomery
Venus
Rhan Lead Pencil Co
Fifth Ave
New York
Mangrum Brothers
Home Ice & Mig. Co
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