Old-Timers Warn of Modern Religion and Prohibition
A reminiscence piece recalls a talk with Milt Bra n about reformers undermining joy in fishing and faith. The narrator contrasts plain spoken worship with modern preachings and dress, lamenting changes while noting a sheriff win and looming apocalyptic warnings.
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Milt Braan Old Barfoot
Joe
Cave Creek
Louis
Sissy
Meders
Ota
Ising
Milt
Lenin
Republic of
Ours
Adjnin
Early Life Memory of Health Tips and Remedies
A fragmented reminiscence recalls a man recounting post marriage health issues and his use of a remedy named Black-Draught to ease ailments. The passage mentions indigestion and cold symptoms, noting the remedy’s perceived preventative effect.
Barrett Cash Grocery Offer for Turkish Goods
A brief note from W. B. advertising purchase of turks and offering payment. Located at Barrett Cash Grocery on South Main.
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W. B. ‘Barrett
S. Main
McCaughan Travels to Dallas for Son’s Appendicitis
Mr W B McCaughan left Tuesday in Dallas to join his son Bailey who suffered two severe appendicitis attacks and may require surgery. Local friends express hope for a speedy recovery.
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W. B. McCaughan
Dallas
Bailey
Mellon plans to cut one option
The report states that Mr. Mellon intends to eliminate one option. The brief notes a decisive action without detailing which item is affected or the broader implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Mellon
Endowment Campaign Underway for Howard Payne College
A drive across several counties supports Howard Payne College endowment. Pledges cover four years, interpreted as gifts over two years. Ninety thousand dollars has already been raised.
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Howard Payne
Sills Stars in The Making of O Malley at Queen Theatre
Milton Sills heads his first starring film The Making of O Malley at the Queen Theatre Monday and Tuesday Nov 16 17. A New York policeman fights rough edges to win a society girl amid personal growth and romance. Gov Al Smith hints at retirement as fast runners retire.
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O’malley
Queen Theatre
Milton Sills
New York
Malley
al Smith
Land for sale near Happy with house and outbuildings
A sale offers 320 acres near Happy at 22.50 per acre with terms including a three room house a windmill and well and other out buildings near a school. 640 acres 15 miles from Happy on the farm no mail route near inland town. 226 acres cultivated with a 3 room house and out buildings priced at 23.50 per acre with 3000 cash and balance long time cheap interest contact P O Box 133.
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Happy
Happy School
Mail Rt
P. O
Endowment appeal urged to save Texas college
R. E. Milam, speaking as associational director for the Runnels Association, calls Baptists and friends of Christian education to raise at least 500000 in endowment to preserve Howard-Payne College. The pledge stems from Texas Association of Colleges requiring the funds for the institution to remain viable and denominationally standards. Milam notes his three years as pastor and revival work, expressing confidence in the association’s spirit to support the cause.
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Howard-Payne ‘College
Texas
Texas Association of Colleges
Runnels ’Association
Swindell
Ballinger
Stokes
Miles
Stephens
Winters
DeWees
Bronte
Hickely
Norton
Ipp
Eal
The
Baptist
Friends of Christian Education
Association
R. E. Milam
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Joe’ Sappington
Peter
Lankford
YS ‘Milam
Swisell
Stephens, Hickey
DeWeese
Sills
Happy Swisher County
Guarantonation
W. L. Poe
South Main Street
Texaco
John G. Key & Sons
Texaco Products
A. M. Moreland Wilmeth
Hunter Filling Station
Bradshaw
Tney
el Ae
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