Farming and finance amid war urged in Milam County letter
Rockdale Texas April 10 1917 letter warns farmers of Milam County that war with Germany risks food shortages and cotton profits. George Banzhaf urges growing food on every farm a home garden full corn hay forage crops sweet potatoes beans and canning fruits and vegetables.
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Rockdale
Texas
Milam Couny
Clarence Ousley
Farm News
United States
Germany
Bradford Knapp
South
George Banzhaf
Miss Etna Smith Hosts Bridge Club Event
Miss Etna Smith entertained the Bridge club at her home on North Travis Avenue last Friday afternoon. Roses and flowers decorated the rooms as three tables of players competed, with Miss Beth Jeter achieving the high score and receiving red lilies. Guests included Mrs Vernon McIntyre of Marathon Miss Natalie McCord of Fort Worth and Mrs John Watson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. Travis Ave
Etna Smith
Beth Jeter
Vernon McIntyre
Marathon
Natalie McCord
Fort Worth
Jonn Watson
MISS KATY CONE AS HOSTESS
The Girls' Auxiliary of a Baptist church hosted girl societies from another church at Miss Katie Cone's home Friday. Pink and white decor adorned the venue. The program featured solos by Katie Cone and Harriett Henderson, readings by Francis Hefley and Mrs. M. F. Tucker, violin duet by Katy Cone and Lacey Brock, and other musical numbers. Easter eggs, a large rabbit centerpiece, and pink and white brick ice cream with cake followed.
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Katy Cone
The
Baptist Church
Katie Cone
Harriett Henderson
Francis Hefley
Madie Weaver
Agnes Henderson
Mildred Chambers
Elinor Upjohn
Lacey Brock
M. F. Tucker
Forty Two Club Social Graciously Hosted by Mrs Hearrel
The Forty Two Club enjoyed a Wednesday afternoon gathering at Mrs A B Hearrel's home on North Central Avenue. Five tables of card play produced high scores by Mrs Rush Thomas and a carnation bouquet for each participant. guests included Mesdames Clinton, McDermott, Ralston, Strauss, and others from Ben Arnold, Dallas, Marathon, and Canada.
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A. 8
Hearrel
N. Central Ave
Rush Thomas
J. M. Ralston
J. L. Clinton
Charlie McDermott
C. W. Strauss
Ben Arnold
Strauss
Dallas
McIntyre
Marathon
A. H. Wadger
Jane Best
Canada
Miss Clara Thomas
Burlington Business Leader Mingle in Cameron
Mr. J. A. Beil, a leading tour business man and Burlington citizen, was seen greeting many friends in Cameron on Monday amid local social activity.
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J. A. Beil
Burlington
Cameron Monday
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Texaco Crater
Texaco
Texas Company
Houston, Texas
GEO. Banzhaf
State OF Texas
Milam
Red Cross Drug Store
Cameron
John R. Young
A. J. Sut
Milam County
Kestenbaum
Worcester
Mer
Colgate
G. George's Sanitary
Dr. Price
Dr. Prices
Ute
Kes
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