Signs old-timers cite foretell a long cold winter
An old-time regional saying links a harsh winter to early signs observed in nature. Forecasters note such folklore reflects cultural memory of seasonal patterns rather than precise meteorology.
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Newspaper
Bowie News
Location
Bowie, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1949
Page
19
Will of a Rich Relative Boosts Life Success
An old saying suggests personal effort matters less than inheritance. A will from a wealthy relative is viewed as a stronger driver of success than personal determination alone.
How Good Dairy Cows Produce Profits in Wise County
A Wise County dairy report shows Raymond Muerer’s 24 cows averaged 550 pounds milk with 4.3 percent test and 24 pounds fat per cow, while Ray Taylor’s 50 cows averaged 1110 pounds milk, 3.4 percent test, and 28 pounds fat. Taylor’s 22 cows made the $50 Honor Roll, with net incomes from $50.10 to $91.80. Muerer’s Whitie earned $57.60 for the month. The figures contrast with Texas’ average fat of 14 pounds per cow monthly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wise County
Raymond Muerer
Rt. 2
Decatur
Denton- Wise C
Ray Taylor
Rt. 3
Taylor
Muerer
Whitie
Texas
Better Health Week Proclaimed For Texans December 4 11
Governor Shivers proclaims December 4 11 as Better Health For Texans Week to fight venereal diseases. State Health Officer Cox says the year long campaign will rotate topics annually with radio address by the governor and a motion picture trailer. Informational packets will be distributed statewide to educate the public on diagnosis and treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Allan Shivers
Geo. W. Cox
Shivers
State of
Texans
Honey yield and breakfast cereals mentioned in Texas data
The excerpt cites high honey production in Texas during 1949 with an average 45 pounds per colony totaling 138 million pounds, doubling 1948 figures. It also discusses breakfast cereals as essential daily foods for nutrition, economy, and variety, and notes traditional home boss dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Uncle Sam Faces Bear Plan as Wolf Was Kept Out Doors
A wary assessment suggests the government may need to intervene as fears of a renewed threat grow after prior efforts kept the wolf at bay and now the bear looms near the same doors. The phrase implies a security dilemma and potential policy response.
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Uncle Sam
Bear
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Bowie Grocery Co
Joe Garlington
Lynn Garlington
West Wise
Carl M. Long
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