20 Jan 1939
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Newspaper
Brookshire Times
Location
Brookshire, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1939
Page
1
At a January 10 1989 board meeting Farmers State Bank of Brookshire unanimously adopted a resolution to align hours with neighboring country banks. Effective February 1 1989 the bank hours will be 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The resolution calls for publication in the Brookshire Times.
Commissioner Olan Dinkins announces two new roads for Waller with one extending east from Waller and another southwest at an early date. A $42,000 tractor for road work has been purchased. The note ends with Rev. JR McVoy accepting the call to the Waller Baptist Church.
A brief item notes a dish titled Goose Liver Pie and mentions Agop'an, the cashier, in a small passage. The text references the 27th issue and suggests readers may see exaggerated claims about foie gras consumption.
A lonely old woman on a cold curb without food or wrap endures a harsh day as passersby ignore her. She remains there overnight and dies before dawn, a stark reminder that every mother deserves help. The piece laments bystander indifference and urges compassion for those in need.
Judge Anderson in Austin says several legislature measures could aid Waller County. The State Park Board may recommend acquiring Leando as a state park to provide more road funds for the county. passage will need determined backing from representatives and local advocates amid tough negotiations. The article also notes foie gras origins and truffle cultivation with limited statistics on truffles.
The passage traces foie gras from Alsace exports to Perigord and Gascony production. Goose liver delicacy evolved from ancient goose livers to fame about 150 years ago with pate de foie gras in Strasbourg. Jean-Pierre Clause, king's chamberlain and Alsace governor, introduced the dish circa 1765 to wide acclaim.
Mr and Mrs Max Wander Mrs Kate Bonner and Mildred Clark attended the inaugural ball and ceremonies in Austin Tuesday. TRY BROOKSHIRE FIRST.
Reports from Law rence Wilson's bedside say he improved enough to travel to Houston for treatment after swallowing chipped glass while drinking a soft drink. His condition worsened, and he was brought back to Brookshire where he has remained bed-ridden and losing weight. Friends hope the new year brings recovery.
Winter visitors in Cairo enjoy sun bathing on the Great Pyramid with groups of bathers often seen atop the ancient structure. The desert breeze provides a pleasant setting as sun seekers gather on the pyramid’s summit despite its historic prominence.
HAPPY CAMP CALIF This city credits its prosperity and happiness to living by the rule of three. It supports three stage lines three merchandise stores three restaurants three hotels three wood yards three dress shops and three gift shops. The bakery laundry and first aid clinic face no competition.
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