America at the Queen Theatre in Griffiths epic
The column extols the film America by David Wark Griffith, praising its vivid portrayal of the nation’s birth and the Fathers displayed as living figures. It lauds the film as an institution and a revival of the country’s finest ideals, urging cinema fans to see it at the Queen Theatre.
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Columbus
David Wark Griffith
Griffith
America
Henry
Virginia
Paul Revere
Mercury of Independence
Washington
Princeton
Queen Theatré
New Filling Station Under Construction on South Main
A concrete building fifty by eighty feet is being erected on the former Sam Wood property on South Main street. Luther Poe is constructing and will use the property as a filling station and auto service store upon completion.
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Sam Wood
South Main Street
Luther Poe
Winters Firemen In Good Meeting
An enthusiastic Winters Voluntary Fire Department meeting at the fire station approved accident insurance for active members and set a banquet date with Ballinger. Officers elected included Gary as president and Hawkins as secretary with plans to seek city council approval for insurance and a joint banquet in Winters.
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Winters
MG. Garyare
Parelad Cheoman
Horace Iawkins
Jno
Tall
Royal Sul Se
Recorder Sopeyel
Hal
Smith
Ales
Lynn
Sara’ Wilingag
Amescot
Brank Voltams
Chic
B. G. Owens
B. A. Owens
Williams
Owens
Hawkins
Ballinger
H. W. Lynn
J. A. Sheperd
W. W. Poe
Be Acclaimed as Nation Praises Griffiths Picture
The film draws hundreds who see it as a landmark in motion pictures and set new standards. It earns nationwide pride and is hailed as the best work of Mr. Griffith, likened to the era of “The Birth of a Nation.”
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America
Mr. Griffith
Poultry Show a Big Success in Winters
The first annual poultry show of the Runnels County Poultry Brewers Association in Winters Ja Week proved a big success. Entries exceeded expectations showing strong interest from Runnels and adjoining counties. Organizers credit enterprising breeders and rising standards, with a spirit of friendly competition among Nolan and Coleman counties. awards list to follow next week.
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Runnels County Poultry Brewers Association
Runnels
Pro
Notice from City Marshal on sewer connections
City Marshal Sam Kirby urges all homes and businesses to connect to the sewer system at once and to stop overflowing toilets. Noncompliance will be reported to the state sanitary board with strict enforcement and penalties.
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State Sanitary Board
Sam Kirby
Openin g Blacksmith Shop by Miller and Bingham Boone
Ped Miller and Bingham Boone plan a new blacksmith shop on Parsonage street north of Hinds gin on the J Hood property and will open when the building is erected. The two skilled smiths are popular with the public and expect good trade. D Owens of Leonard visits, inspecting business matters and family.
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Ped Miller
Bingham Boone
Parsonage Street
Hinds Gin
J. Hood
Mrs Allred Returns From Kingman After Family Illness
Mrs J L Allred has returned from Kingman Arizona where she was called after the illness and death of her daughter Mrs Ralph Brown. Her daughter Mrs Johnnie Hamilton in Kingman is critically ill from blood poisoning and Mrs Allred has cared for them while a nurse tended Mrs Hamilton. Her oldest son J Ley suffered the end of his thumb in the same week.
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J. L."allred
Kingman
Ariz
Ralph Brown
Johnnie Hamilton
J. Ley
Addo
Mlolung
Alfred
Seed Breeding Plan Nears Peak in Winters
W. D. Calloway of Winters Seed Breeding Industry visits Winters to ensure seed supply for farmers. W. D. Meadows stocks seed at I. BE. Spi store on South Main Street as orders rise. farmers await cotton plant prospects and contract details for bale pricing.
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W. D. Calloway
Winters
W. D. Meadows
I. BE. Spi
South Main Street
Galloway
Mr. Gallows
New Filling Station Moves to So‑East of Former Site
The Corum blacksmith shop has been moved from Dale and Divide to lots southeast of its prior location. A concrete structure will be built on the corner to house George Speer and De pheresa Séneral.
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Corum
Dale
Divide Streets
George Speer
de Pheresa
Motley secretary visits Winters for business and visits
T D Motley secretary of the Y M C A Ballinger chapter spent a few hours in Winters on Wednesday to handle business and call on friends.
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T.D. Motley
Ballinger
PTA Put U K On Janice Meredith at Winters
The Parents Teachers Association recommends the film Janice Meredith as a vivid portrayal of America's fight for liberty. The piece highlights historical events, costumes, and scenes from the French court, with emphasis on shared sacrifices and a Goddess of Liberty. W. E. Beaty of San Angelo attended a West Texas Utilities Co meeting in Abilene with Miss Norpo of San Angelo.
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Ats. W. E. Beaty
San Angelo
Abilene
West Texas Utilities Co
Miss Norp
Luray’s Late Son Visit Cited in Brief Note
A brief item notes the late son Lorneon to Antonis after a visit with Mr Ang. The fragment references family names and a concluding visit but lacks broader context or details.
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Ners
Luray
Lorneoneto Antonis
Ang
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the Bank
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Winters Firemen
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Tieral
Ty Dallas
Fritop Cart
Grimes
Rmorkel
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U. K
Janice Meredith
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Parent-Teachers Association
Alatey Vales
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