Three Men Rob Bank at Graham
Graham Texas Sept 2 three men robbed the Guaranty Star Bank of Graham of 10000 in cash at 230 this afternoon. They forced five employees and two customers into the vault and forced cashier Arthur Mauldin to open the safe. They demanded Liberty bonds but the bank had none. One robber wore a mask but removed it before the robbery ended. The bank loss is covered by insurance. The robbers escaped toward Mineral Wells and were pursued by a sheriff's posse, later eluding officers by taking to woods near Finis, then proceeding to Finis for local direction.
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Graham
Texas
Guaranty Star Bank of
Arthur Mauldin
Mauldin
Finis
Man Dies From Fall While Walking in Sleep
Sherman man Dr. George B Ellis dies in Fayetteville Arkansas from injuries after a fall while asleep. His wife and several children survive. Body arrived Friday for burial.
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Sherman
George
Ellis
Fayeteville
Ark
RAT-SNAP Guaranteed to Destroy Dead Rats
Mrs Joanny recommends RAT-SNAP after finding dead rats in her cellar. She used 25c cake broken into pieces and observed the product eliminated the pests though they had been dead for months. RAT-SNAP is sold in three sizes by Wilson-Montgomery Hardware Co. and Dyer & Jones.
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Joanny
Wilson-Montgomery Hdw. Co
Dyer & Jones
Insurance Offer From Agent Barbee At Low Rates
W J Barbee, an agent, promotes automobile insurance covering fire, tornado, wind, and theft with a focus on cheap rates from a reputable company.
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W. J. Barbee
Early Morning Observations in a Local Paper
The writer laments a North Carolina mob lynching an innocent man, hopes for justice, and notes Miss Annie Stone of Boston aged 110 may vote on election day. The piece then mocks actresses and proposes playful political stumping by Fox.
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North Carolina
Annie Stone
Boston
Higher railroad rates spark optimistic housing shift
The notice notes rate increases are in effect, promising improved home travel appeal. It states mileage costs rise by about 20 percent and sleeping arrangements by about 50 percent, suggesting more affordable or convenient rest options for travelers.
Intuition and hunchs in fashion and foresight
The piece contrasts intuition and hunches in commentary on gender and fashion. It warns against false predictions about a return to past trends and notes garments being dropped as society moves toward the future.
Uncertainty Doubt Underscore Faith in Election Hope
In a recent interview Col. House expressed strong confidence that either Cox or Harding would be elected, arguing uncertainty and doubt breed unhappiness while urging unity under a clear political outcome.
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Col. House
Cox
Harding
Straw ballots and campaigns through the ages
The piece recalls Kentucky liquor matters and straw polls. notes nominees chosen by those unseen in ballots. discusses Democratic campaign funds and attitudes toward office and civilization. touches Massachusetts poll tax in context.
Massachusetts Democrats urged to oppose poll tax
The writer argues that Massachusetts women will not tolerate a poll tax as a voting qualification and urges the Bay State Democrats to announce early against it, asserting the need to resist an embargo on suffrage.
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Massachusetts
Bay State
Milk price hike in New Orleans draws sharp ire
In New Orleans the price of milk will rise by two cents per quart on September 1. The public reaction is expected to be loud, contrasting with a hypothetical 40 dollar per quart whisky price which would provoke little complaint.
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New Orleans
Farmers Rally Against Republicans in Texas Weather Roils Cotton
A political letter argues that Republicans harm ordinary Texans by driving cotton prices down and causing adverse conditions. It claims the party brings rain, disease, and pests, urging readers to never vote for Republicans. The tone is inflammatory and accusatory, framing Republicans as enemies of the common people.
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Texas
Campaign Retort on Personal Attacks
The speaker reflects that during the campaign their reputation fared better than expected and notes critics labeled them a drunkard, liar, slanderer, enemy of virtue, hypocrite, traitor, bolshevist, anarchist, fool, and idiot. They emphasize they were not a candidate at the time.
Car mottoes and political digs from a satirical piece
A satirical note laments a U S housing shortage while mocking car living and previews a factory for God Bless Our Car mottoes. It also skewers Ohio Republicans urging Jimmy Cox to resign, claiming the party’s top rule is no easing off until a better outcome is secured.
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America
Ohio
McGee's Baby Elixir for Digestive Relief
A cross folkly baby suffers digestive trouble and loose bowels and uses McGee's Baby Elixir to ease the stomach and restore health. Priced 35 cents and 60 cents. Sold by Dyer and Jones, Druggists.
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McGee
Dyer & Jones
Ex-Service Men Apply for Their Victory Medals
Lieutenant Ira C. Dimmick reports hundreds of ex service men have already applied to the Dallas office for Victory Medals and last week was the largest issued. The bronze medal goes to Army of the United States veterans who served April 6, 1917, to November 11, 1918, with honorable service. Apply by mail or in person at the Victory Medal Section 1514 Main Street Dallas Texas.
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Ira C. Dimmick
Dallas
Army of the
United States
United States Army
Main Street
Texas
Remedy for sluggish days with torpid liver and bowels
A lazy no account feeling with yawning and sleepiness in the day time is caused by a torpid liver and disordered bowels. Herbine is a splendid remedy for such ailments. It cleanses the system and restores vim and activity. Price, 60c. Sold by
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Dyer & Jones
Notice of estate account settlement for Emma Lacy
All accounts against the estate of Miss Emma Lacy must be itemized and sent to me. I will issue checks for the verified amounts. W. E. Conway, Leonard, Texas.
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Emma Lacy
W. E. Conway
Leonard
Tex
Sears Auto Company Big tire sale cuts 15 percent
A big tire sale at Sears Auto Company offers 15 percent off fabric and card casings while quantities last. Customers are urged to act quickly as the discount applies for a limited time.
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Sears Auto Company
Local School Supply Store Opens Monday
A local shop announces school will open next Monday and offers a large assortment of tablets pencils ink and other supplies. The store specializes in catering to school children and invites customers to purchase tablets cold refreshing drinks and candy while saving money.
Farms for Sale Near Pilot Grove and Whitewright Texas
Property listings describe an 82 acre farm between Pilot Grove and Bethel with good improvements water and ideal home. Another 84 acre farm located 314 miles southwest of Whitewright offers half timbered land half cultivated with potential saw mill site. Contact J. G. Sloan Route 1 Whitewright Texas.
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Pilot Grove
Bethel
Whitewright
J. G. Sloan
Texas
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