Wayland Flying Queens kept alive by Plainview support
Plainview residents rallied to save Wayland College Flying Queens after trustees cut athletic scholarships. Businessbackers funded scholarships and expenses, preserving a team famed for a 131 game winning streak and multiple AAU titles that boosted Texas and national profile. The piece highlights local pride and the value of publicity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wayland
Plainview
Texas
Wayland College
Baptist School
Flying Queens
Claude Hutcherson
Mexico
Hutcherson
Queens
United States
Laredo
Rio Grande
Refrigerator service for all makes offered locally
Local notice advertising a repair service for domestic and commercial refrigerators. The ad promises reliable service by phone and provides a contact number LY 7 2292.
John Wayne's Alamo to Open at Scenic Drive In
Abilene Reporter News notes the $12 million The Alamo directed by George Stevens brings to Brady a widescreen epic. It portrays the 1836 siege with 7000 Mexican and Texan troops, sparking debate on blood and liquor but offering grand drama and historical spectacle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wayne
the Alamo
Lone Star State
Alamo
Santa Anna
Sam Houston
San Jacinto
San Antonio
George Stevens
Border Olympics Shine For Laredo And Plainview
The Border Olympics stand out as the event that truly gets results, with both Laredo and Plainview publicizing their efforts around this competition. The piece contrasts local publicity efforts, noting the Border Olympics as the most effective.
Whose Bird Is It The First Wound Rule In Hunting Etiquette
The article discusses hunting etiquette on ownership of game. It notes no universal answer and mentions the common rule that the animal belongs to the hunter who first wounds it, with other shots aimed to prevent waste. It references regional differences in practice and ends with a note on rabbit meat.
Scenic Drive-In invites guests for showings of Seven Thieves
Mr and Mrs Talmage Wood of Melvin Texas are invited to attend the showing of Seven Thieves plus two Walt Disney Shows at the Scenic Drive-In Theatre on Saturday April 1. They will be admitted as guests of the management upon presenting proper identification and this act at the box office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Talmage Wood
Melvin
Texas
Rabbit butchering tips for better cuts
The guide advises trimming the ribs and abdomen close when preparing a rabbit and discarding the back. Following these steps should improve the overall cuts and result in better cooking.
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Richland
Frank Green
Richland Springs
Rochelle Relays
Johnny Woods
May
James Plankenship
Robert Lee
Herald
Harold V. Ratliff
Associated Press
Henry B. Gonzales
Henry Gonzales
Gonzales
U. S
Harley Redin
Gartman’s
Mae
Fips Choice of
Texas Voters
William A
Wana
Senator Blakley
Joe Belden
Connally
Blakley
US Senate
Sid
Blakley State Campaign Committee
Maurice Bellock
Hollywood
Brady Aftern
Cyprus
Woodcock’s
Supreme
Boars Entertainment
Tax Inc
Royals
U.S
Royal Automobile Tire
Homer Duncum Tire Company
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