High Cost of Being Happy Then and Now
A reflective reminiscence compares happiness across generations, recalling a boyhood picnic at Cave Creek, mule driving wages of a quarter a day, and a lemonade feast costing a dime. The piece contrasts old courting on horseback with modern high priced luxury cars, noting similar joys despite cost increases and transportation shifts.
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Cave Creek
Bob Walker
Bill Watkins
Bob
Bill
Tom
Judson
Joe
Hoyt
Mary Jones
Mary
Notice of Letters of Testamentary by Publication
Public notice in Grayson County to Sheriff or Constable of Grayson County commanding publication in a local newspaper for at least ten days before return date. Barlow Roberts petitions the Grayson County Court for letters testamentary on the estate of Mrs. E. J. Brooks. Hearing set at the Court House in Sherman on the first Monday in January 1921. Interested parties may appear.
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State OF
Texas
Grayson County
Grayson
E. J. Brooks
Barlow Roberts
Court House
City of
Sherman
A. D
Court writ and seal issued in Grayson County Texas
The section appends a writ return and publisher affidavit to be filed with the County Court at Sherman with witness N A Cox Clerk. Dated October 23 1920 the entry notes the clerk and deputy signature. An advertisement asks if the home is insured against fire and promotes German Roberts for insurance.
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N. A. Cox
Grayson County
Texas
Sherman
A. D
A. Cox
Lucile Schleuse
German & Roberts
Rat Snap Ad From Earlier Times
James Watson recalls his father’s hog herd suffering cholera and a rat infestation. A vet traced germs to rats, leading Watson to champion RAT SNAP as the quickest rat destroyer. Available in three sizes 55c 65c and 1.25, sold and guaranteed by Wilson Montgomery Hdwe Co and Dyer Jones.
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James Watson
Wilson-Montgomery Hdw. Co
Dyer & Jones
Record of Local High School Graduates at University of Texas
Superintendent H L Durham forwards UT's note on the performance of graduates from the local high school. The UT record compares freshmen from the school with other groups, emphasizing courses passed and relative achievement rather than counts alone.
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University OF Texas
H. L. Durham
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Ad Claims Cure
Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Cheney & Co. swears as senior partner that the firm will pay one hundred dollars for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. Statement sworn Dec 6, 1886 before Notary A. W. Gleason. medicine taken internally and said to act through the blood. Druggists sell it for 75 cents. testimonials free.
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State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
A. D
A. W. Gleason
Hall
Ohio
UT freshman grading scheme shows wide gaps in Texas
J Mathews Registrar notes a new method to quantify quality and quantity in student performance using a common denominator D. Freshmen from affiliated Texas schools averaged 4.27 passing courses while Whitewright High School students averaged 5.65, about 31 percent above the state average.
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Texas
J. Mathews
Whitewright High School
University of Texas
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Strengthens Blood and Energy
Purifies and enriches the blood with iron and quinine, restoring vitality and appetite. Not a patent medicine, the syrup tonic is pleasant enough for children and has been a household favorite for over thirty five years. Available at drug stores for 60 cents per bottle.
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GROVE
Piles Cured Fast With PAZO OINTMENT
Druggists refund money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles. Instantly relieves itching and you can sleep after first application. Piles cured in 6 to 14 days. Price 60c.
Special 50 Cent Dinners At P. J. Pierce & Sons' Cafe
Advertises a square meal at a moderate price with 50¢ dinners praised as unbeatable at double the price. Notes P. J. Pierce & Sons' Cafe as the venue.
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P. J. Pierce & Sons’ Cafe
Marks Bros
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Thedford’s
Thedford
Young American
Wifie
United States
Calumet
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Marks Bros. Sherman
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