Honey Grove Signal (Honey Grove, Tex.), Vol. 35, No. 50, Ed. 1 Friday, January 15, 1926 Page: 1 of 8
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HONEY GROVE SIGNAL
VOLUME 35 Honey Grove, Texas, Friday, January 15, 1926
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GAS PIPE IS HERE
WORK TO BEGIN SOON
Number 50
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Considerable pipe has been un-
loaded at Honey Grove for the
line from town to the main line
and for the lines in town. A
few of the workmen are also
here, and we are told by those in
authority that work will begin
some time next week. How long
it will require to put in the line
to the main line and pipe the
town depends somewhat upon
the weather and other circum-
stances, but under favorable
conditions the work should be
completed in two months.
To do this work will require
the labor of many people. The
Signal is advised that only white
labor will be employed, and that
preference will be given those
living in town and the country
surrounding. The price paid for
common labor will be 30 cents
POPULAR DRUG STORE
HAS CHANGED HANDS
Tuesday the Black & Little
drug store, known also as the
Rexall store, passed from the
ownership of Black & Little to
J. V. Clayton, formerly of Bailey.
For about twenty years this
store had been owned and con-
ducted by Messrs. L. B. Black
and John B. Little. It has ever
been a popular store, enjoying a
good patronage, and presided
over by competent and pains-
taking druggists. For the past
few years L. B. Black has been
in charge of this store, Mr.
Little being in charge of the
Pharmacy.
Mr. Clayton, the new owner,
comes to us from Bailey, where
he has been engaged in business.
He is a Fannin county man, hav-
ing spent nearly all of his life in
the county. He comes highly
recommended as a business man
TRAGIC DEATH OF
SPLENDID CITIZEN
T-t- -^..Tr i:i,« iwuimuwmea as <x uusiness man
Sm kJ o\toUov!£ and as a citizen and will receive
•will be available for those who
want it not later than April 1.
Notice.
I wish to say to my hay cus-
tomers that we are selling from
the big barn by the ball park:
sold out at the other barn.—Alf
:Self, agent for Mrs. Holt.
Representative Dale to Ask
for Re-election.
Representative Dale wishes
the readers of the Signal to
"know that he will ask to be re-
turned to the Legislature for a
second term. He feels that by
reason of his experience in the
past term that he can be of more
service to Fannin county than
ever before and asks that his
record be investigated.
a cordial welcome from our
people.
Mr. Black, who has been in
charge of the store, has not yet
made known his plans for the
future.
The RingTing Girl wants to
meet you Saturday, January 23,
at The Williamson Company’s.
Shocked indeed were the peo-
ple of Honey Grove Wednesday
morning when the awful news
was spread abroad that M. D.
Huggins, one of the best men in
this section, had been found dead
at his home in this city with his
throat cut from ear to ear. The
rumor was too awful, too hor-
rible to believe, but alas it was
true, and the man who was liked
by all, and whose life seemed as
nearly perfect as that of any
man in the county, is no more,
while his loved ones sit in deep-
est gloom, prostrated by the aw-
ful shock. ,
Recently Mr. Huggins moved
from a farm near town to Honey
Grove. It was known that he
had been despondent for some
time and that his health had
been poor. Wednesday morning
VENERABLE CITIZEN
CALLED BY DEATH
Last Thursday morning Fritz
Hoffman, one of the oldest resi-
dents of the Allen’s Chapel
community, seven miles north
of Honey Grove, passed to his
reward, following an illness of
about two weeks. While his last
W. M. YOUNG DIED
IN SAN ANGELO
At 10 o’clock Monday morning
W. M.- Young breathed his last,
his suffering ceased and he en-
tered into the reward of the
faithful. When he passed from
the shores of time to eternity
earth lost a man who had lived
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illness was not of very long dura- honestly and righteously, wrong-
tion, Mr. Hoffman had been in a
very low state of health for two
years, and the end did not come
as a surprise to his loved ones
and friends.
ing no man, but doing all the
good he could on life’s pilgrim-
age. The message which an-
nounced his death came as a
deep sorrow to many in Honey
Deceased was a native of Wilt, Grove who knew and ]oyed this
in Bavaria, one of the German gentle, kind-hearted man.
states, where he was born Aug-
ust 14, 1850. He learned the
shoe-maker’s trade in early life,
but did not work at this trade
after coming to America. He
came to Texas in 1882, accom-
panying several of his country-
men. He located in Honey
Grove and for some years was in
he was found dead under a shed the employ of B. 0. Walcott,
at the rear of his barn, his body) Many years ago he moved to a
being discovered by a neighbor.] farm north of Honey Grove,
His wife had gone to her daugh- where he continued his residence
CHOCK MADE MAN
BEST A BULL DOG
Walter Pirtle left the latter
part of last week for Longview
to take a position tendered him ________ ____
by a dry goods firm of that held,“the verdict being1 that Mr.
place. Mr. Pirtle has become
very proficient in the work of
window decorating and ad writ-
ing, and will have charge of this
work of the Longview firm. His
wife and baby will join him at
Longview in a short time.
HONEY GROVE
FRIDAY and SATURDAY
JANUARY 15 th and 16th
ter’s, a few blocks away, a few
minutes before, on an errand.
When found Mr. Huggins was
dead, his throat being cut from
ear to ear. A few feet from the
body a ragor was found, and on
either side there was a pool of
blood. His coat and overalls
were found hanging on a nail un-
der the shed. Squire Damron
was notified and an inquest was
RIDIN’ ’EM WILD IN
“THE CALGARY STAMPEDE”
2 BIG SHOWS IN ONE
The Calgary Canada stampede and Hoot’s wonder company
inaction. »
also showing a hot comedy—
“A SCIENTIFIC HUSBAND”
MONDAY and TUESDAY
JANUARY 18th and 19th
RUDOLPH VALENTINO
IN HIS NEW PICTURE
“COBRA”
Valentino in a role that can’t escape the lure of beautiful
women.
NITA NALDI as the “COBRA WOMAN”
Special musical presentation by our seven piece orchestra at
the 7:30 shows each evening.
(Look at the Dallas News and see when and where “COBRA”
runs in Dallas).
also added for your fun—
WALTER HEIRS—Doing His Stuff in
“HOT DOGGIE”—It’s A Humdinger
WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY
JANUARY 20th and 21st
WOULD YOU LIKE TO KNOW THE— ? ? ?
“TROUBLE WITH WIVES”
Inside information on the Boss—
(Mr. Husband you may think you know it all BUT you don’t,
also showing for laughs—
“LOVE SICKNESS”
for those who are afflicted and for those who have been and
those who might be. i
TOM MIX in
“The Everlasting Whisper”
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, JAN. 22 and 23
Huggins had come to his death
by wounds inflicted by his own
hand.
Monroe Dudley Huggins was a
native of McNairy County, Ten-
nessee, where he was born 65
years ago. He came to Texas
about 27 years ago and has since
made his home in this section.
Surviving him are his wife and
five children, Mrs. Boutotte,
Miss Lorena Huggins, Waldo,
Eugene and Kelley Huggins.
Deceased was a life-long mem-
ber of the Baptist church, active
in the work of the church, and
living according to the teachings
of his Lord.
Troubles and illness no doubt
dethroned his reason and with
mind beclouded the deed from
which he would
when reason was enthroned was
done. Forgetting the deed com-
mitted when he was not respon-
sible for his acts, we remember
the upright Christian life he
lived. Words are too weak to
give expression to the sympathy
felt for the bereaved loved ones.
until the time of his death.
Mr. Hoffman was twice mar-
ried. Of the first union two
children survive, Mrs. G. M. Ohr,
of Honey Grove, and Charles
Hoffman, of the country north
of town. His last wife and one
daughter, Mrs. Charles Ryser,
survive. From early life Mr.
Hoffman had been a Christian.
He was a member of and officer
in the Lutheran church at Al-
len’s Chapel. He was an up-
right, honorable man, liked and
highly respected by all ac-
quaintances.
An impressive funeral service
was conducted at the Lutheran
church Friday morning by the
pastor, Rev. G. C. Albers. Many
from town and country were
present to pay their respects to
the remains of the good man
who has passed on. Burial was
at Allens Chapel cemetery.
DISTRICT COURT IS
NOW IN SESSION
Two months ago Mr. Young
went to San Angelo. He had not
been well for some time, but be-
lieved a change to the west
would prove beneficial to his
health and make it possible for
him to return to his work soon.
His hopes were not realized. He
contracted a deep cold soon after
going to San Angelo, and other
t r o u b les followed. Monday
morning his sufferings were
ended by death.
W. M. Young was born in
White County, Tennessee, nearly
62 years ago. He came to Texas
24 years ago, since which time
his home had been in or near
Honey Grove. He was a mem-
ber of the Baptist churlh and his
life was in keeping with the
teachings of his Master. He is
survived by his wife, two daugh-
ters and three sons. The daugh-
ters are Mrs. Hattie Plemons, of
California, and Mrs. Minnie
Shelton, of Honey Grove. The
sons are James, of Honey Grove, Dallas from his headquarters in
Estill,^of San Angelo, and Char- Houston to investigate reports
The story comes to the Signal
that in a certain Texas town one
day last week a man who was
not acquainted with the ways of
the beverage known as “Chock”
imbibed a quantity of that bev-
erage. As the fluid began to
exercise its influence upon his
system, the man’s thoughts
turned to wild beasts that have
not been fully brought under the
subjection of man, and it was
recalled to his memory that one
of his neighbors owns a bull dog
so large, so fierce and so vicious
that all feared him, and even
the owner dared not risk his life
by going into the pen where the
canine stayed. The man said to
himself that said dog must be
conquered. He went to his
neighbor’s, crawled over the
fence into the lot and gave battle
to the dog. It was a fierce fight,
and the man’s clothing was torn
to shreds, but he finally beat the
dog until the dog offered no fur-
ther resistance, and tying a
string around the canine’s neck,
he led it to town as further evi-
dence of man’s superiority over
the brute creation.
WARN BOYS AGAINST
SLAUGHTER OF BIRDS
Twelve persons have been ar-
rested this fall in Texas for kill-
ing robins and their cases placed
on Federal Court dockets, George
M. Riddick, United States game
warden for Texas, said Wednes-
day night. Mr. Riddick came to
Dallas from his headquarters
ley, of Wichita Falls.
The body reached Honey
Grove Tuesday afternoon. The
funeral service was conducted by
Rev. S. R. Smith, at the Baptist
church, Wednesday afternoon,
following which the remains
that robins were being killed in
and around Dallas.
“I have found the report true
and that many robins have been
shot here this winter,” Mr. Rid-
dick said. “So far as I have-
been able to learn, however, the
were tenderly laid to rest ini killing has been done by small
Oakwood. A good man, who was boys with air rifles, many of
faithful to every trust, and them Christmas presents.
whose life was given to useful
toil, has passed on. May He
•'The robin is a
bird and should be
very useful
protected,
This month—open Saturdays
only, and you get a large size
Photo with each dozen smaller
ones.—Foster—Photo’.
Boys Will Be Boys.
The American youth, whether
of the Caucasian or the African
race, has much curiosity. If he
finds something he wants to
know what it can be made to do.
It was so with two negro boys
who found a loaded shell on the
Rowton farm last Thursday
morning. The boys were anx-
ious to know if the shell could be
exploded, so one of them held it
while the other tapped it with a
hammer. The shell did explode.
The hull of it tore four fingers
from the hand of the boy who
held it, and the load of shot
went into the leg of the boy who
did the tapping.
Found Old Coin.
Last Friday while plowing in
a field on the Ragsdale farm,
seven miles southeast of Honey
Grove, David Cunningham found
a very old piece of money. The
coin was a five-dollar gold piece,
bearing date of 1835. Mr. Cun
ningham found the coin under
some Bermuda grass in a fur-
row, and it was bright. How
long the money had been lost no
one knows. It is 91 years old.
Old Bonham Citizen Dead.
Robert E. Steger, an old and
well-known citizen of Bonham,
died last Friday morning. De-
ceased was a brother of E. D.,
Thomas P.. Virge and John P.
Steger. He is survived by his
wife and one son, Dr. Edward
Steger, of Houston.
The Fannin County District
Court convened Monday for a
term of six weeks. The first
_ work of the session was the em-
have" shrunk Paneling of the grand jury, the
personnel of which body is as
follows: Frank Campbell, fore-
man, Bonham; Luther Ware,
Bonham; Alf Self, Honey Grove;
Jeff Emmons, Sash; C. M. Word,
Dodd City; J. D. Richardson,
Ladonia; R. E. Hemphill, Car-
son; C. E. Cook, Savoy,; J. N.
Cunningham, Gober; L. F. Suth-
erland, Trenton; Charles Hayes,
Bailey; Bluford Smith, col., Hon-
ey Grove.
The grand jury has been in
session since Monday, and the
court is now engaged in the trial
of cases.
You Can Pay Your Taxes Here.
I now have the rolls for state
and county taxes, and you can
pay your taxes here at any time
within the limit.
J. E. Little,
at City Hall.
Married.
Last Sunday Mr. DeWitt Wil-
liams, of Honey Grove, and Miss
Louise McDaniel, of Pecan Gap,
were united in marriage. The
nuptial ceremony was said in
Ladonia by the Methodist pas-
tor there. Mr. Williams is a son
of Tom Williams, proprietor of
the Busy Bee Cafe. The new
couple will make their home in
Honey Grove. May success and
happiness attend them through
life.
Signboards for Airmen.
Following instructions from
the president of the Ford Motor
Company, the roofs of all Ford
stations are to carry the names
of their towns for the guid-
ance of aviators. One of the
great troubles experienced by
airmen is to tell what tows or
cities they are passing over, and
these signs will assist them in
determining where they are.
In compliance with instructions
the Honey Grove Motor Com-
pany will have the name “Honey
Grove” printed on the roof, also
a large arrow pointing north.
who is too wise to err and too] Mr. Riddick continued. “Shoot
good to be unkind deal tenderly ing robins is against both state
with those
reaved.
who are sorely be-
ROCK POINT SCHOOL
BUILDING BURNED
The Rock Point school house,
five miles south of money Grove,
was destroyed by fire last Thurs-
day morning. School was in
progress at the time, but the
flames had made much headway
when the fire was discovered in
the roof. Fire drills had been
practiced in the school, and
when the fire was discovered,
the teacher, Miss Mabel Snod-
grass, of Bonham, marched the
children out in an orderly
manner.
The seats and all the other
school furniture were burned.
The Signal learns that insurance
in the sum of $1000 was carried
on building and furniture. We
are not advised when a building
will be erected to take the place
of the one burned, but we are
confident building operations
will be begun in the near future.
School was reopened Monday in
the Rock Point Presbyterian
church building.
Family Reunion.
Mr. T. M. Stroud, one of the
four Confederate Veterans in
Honey Grove, and who is now in
his 78th year, was made very
happy recently when all of his
children returned to the parental
roof for a family reunion. The
children who were at home on
this happy occasion are W. L.
Stroud, of San Antonio; Mrs.
Joe Spoon, of Marlin; F. J.
Stroud, of Childress, and N. A
Stroud, of Honey Grove. Mrs.
Spoon was accompanied by her
daughter, Miss Gladys.. A big
dinner; was one of «he features
of the happy reunion. Nothing
so cheers those who have passed
the meridian and are traveling
toward the setting sun as the re-
turn of the children to the old
home.
liamson Company’s Saturday,
January 23rd.
and federal laws and will not be
tolerated.”
There were twenty-eight con-
victions in North Dallas last
year for killing robins and some
heavy fines were imposed, Mr.
Riddick asid. The bird is thriv-
ing in South Texas, he reported,
declaring that there are more in
Galveston, for example, this win-
ter than he has ever seen there.
—Dallas News.
Did you 6ver see the RingTing
Girl ? She’s a beauty. See her
at the Williamson Company’s
Saturday, January 23.
To Naval Academy.
Ira McMillian, of Honey
Grove, was recently given *an
appointment to the U. S. Naval
Academy at Annapolis, through
the aid of Congressman Sam
Rayburn.. Ira is one of last
year’s garduates in our high
school, and is a worthy young
man, who will make good. He
will take the mental examination
some time next month, and a
little later the physical examina-
tion at Annapolis.
The RingTing Girl will be
here if it does snow or rain.
Come see her Saturday, January
23rd, at The Williamson Co's.
Bank Elections.
The stockholders of the
Planters National Bank met
Tuesday and elected all the old
directors, following which the
directors elected officers as fol-
lows: R. J. Thomas, President;
C. L. Wood, E. F. White, D. W.
Rowton and Max Wheeler* Vice
Presidents; F. E. Wood, Cashier;
Miss Aubyn Fay Shelton, Assis-
tant Cashier.
The stockholders of the First
National and State National
Banks elected all the old direc-
tors, but the election of officers
was postponed until Thursday
afternoon.
If you are at all particular, use
See the RingTing Girl at Wil-Gold-Leaf flour; guaranteed to
give absolute satisfaction.—,
Honey Grove Grocery.
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Lowry, J. H. Honey Grove Signal (Honey Grove, Tex.), Vol. 35, No. 50, Ed. 1 Friday, January 15, 1926, newspaper, January 15, 1926; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth648596/m1/1/?q=%22%22~1: accessed July 8, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Honey Grove Preservation League.