Texas crops predicted to reach record 1929 output
Texas agricultural authorities forecast 1929 crop values at about one billion dollars with wheat near 12 million bushels and ample grain movement into markets. They expect total production between 35 and 40 million bushels, the largest in state history, with barley a record and oats in fair condition as Rio Grande valley farmers replant.
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United Press
Dallas
Tex
Texas
Rio Grande Valley
Rebel Priest Dies After Attempted Escape From Firing Squad
Aristeo Pedroza Cristero leader was shot in Arandas Jalisco after trying to flee the wall scene. Lieut Maurellio Varela reportedly seized Pedroza and, despite a struggle, fired the two final shots killing him. Farmers shift cotton land to other crops in South Texas amid rising wheat prices and the Texas State Fair plans its largest agricultural exhibit.
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Associated Press
Mexico City
Excelsior
Arandas
Jalisco
Aristeo Pedroza
Maurellio Varela
Varela
Pedroza
Cotton Crop Set to Reach Average Despite Late Start
State crop experts say cotton has been delayed by late rains but will be up to average. The season’s weed control is near complete and labor needs for cultivation will be reduced as the crop catches up. Proceeds from onion and tomato output are reported tucked away after a strong year.
Rusty Umbrellas Hinges Rust Prevention Tip
A tip suggests applying a small amount of vaseline to the hinge of a new umbrella to prevent rust. It notes vaseline does not spread to other oils the same way.
Dollar Lines to Run Shanghai Short Wave Station
Chinese officials revealed a new contract allowing Dollar Steamship Lines to use Shanghai’s short wave wireless station for trans Pacific commercial operations. The company will finance the station’s erection, estimated at about 25 000 dollars, with possible use for Dollar ships across the Pacific.
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Associated Press
Shanchai
Nationalist Government Reconstruction Committee
Ministry of Communications
Dollar Steamship Lines
Shanghai
Dollar Company
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