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Newspaper
Andrews County News
Location
Andrews, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1948
Page
2
In Austin a debate over the Stilley plan to bring Mexican workers for Texas cotton picks draws official attention. Texas and Mexican officials weigh labor terms amid protests and tensions over contracts and wages.
Urges readers to visit the drug store and try GEO MINERAL with a one week trial and full refund if not satisfied. Claims it may improve appetite sleep energy and overall well being. Retail price is 1 bottle 1.10 and 6 bottles for 6.00.
The article outlines reactions from Gov Beauford H Jester Texas officials and labor figures to Stilley remarks about Mexican labor in Texas cotton fields. Officials emphasize eliminating discrimination and question the use of Mexican workers to keep wages down. Also notes travel news of Hal Lonis and Dora Jean Nix returning from Oklahoma City.
Dr. George W. Cox of the Texas State Health Office warns that heat may cause significant salt loss through perspiration on hot days. Laborers and farmers should monitor cramps and dehydration. salt tablets or a pinch of salt in water can help, while milk restores salt but alcohol should be avoided. Also notes Miss Billye Moxley’s Oklahoma trip and UT VA program in clinical psychology with a September start.
Fort Worth detectives report a farmer carpenter stole and drove cars to church amid a two year scheme. He bought salvaged vehicles, forged ownership papers, and altered serial numbers to match wrecked titles. He admitted stealing more than ten cars and resigned from the scheme.
Mr and Mrs JB Cheshire and Kay Don returned Thursday from their vacation in East Texas. The Sunday school superintendent recently left after a science-related incident when he drove to church. The piece notes a humorous saying about ears and shade and a brighter future.
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