Texas Thoroughbreds Shine at Burnet Ranch Visit
Reporter tours the Brownlee ranch in Burnet County and learns about Texas breeding and training of Thoroughbreds. Houghton Brownlee, an Austin lawyer and acting president of the Texas Thoroughbred Horse Breeders' Association, hosts and explains the industry’s scale and potential.
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Texas
Brownlee
Burnet County
Houghton Brownlee
Austin
Texas Thoroughbred Horse Breeders’ Association
Texas horse racing hopes through regulation and breeding
Horsemen in Texas say illegal book making betting and trickery taint racing. They urge state supervision and proper legislation to transform Texas into a popular pastime and a leading center for thoroughbred breeding and training. They claim Texas soil climate and grass produce strong horses with superior endurance.
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Texas
Why Regulate Racing in Texas Worthy of State Control
Texas horsemen urge state regulation of horse racing to curb illicit practices and provide stable rules. They argue formal oversight will attract eastern and northern horses for winter training, boosting profits and supporting the thoroughbred industry while preventing gambling and drinking that taint the sport.
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Texas
Mexico
Young farmers seek advanced training after elementary schooling
The article notes many youths turning from traditional methods to farming with greater interest. They pursue more education at agricultural colleges after completing basic coursework, aiming to boost modern agricultural practices.
San Saba Plans Airport Development
San Saba aligns with the Pecan Belt Highway route from Fort Sam Houston to Fort Sill Oklahoma to secure space for an airport while the opportunity exists. The city emphasizes prudent timing as part of this secured ground plan.
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San Saba
Fort Sam Houston
San Antonio
Fort Sill
Oklahoma
Mineral riches explored in Menard county Texas
Geologists say Menard county holds large mineral deposits beyond oil gas and coal and lignite. Mineral rights have been secured on 546 acres at ten dollars per acre plus a two percent perpetual royalty as the first step to develop these minerals.
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Menard County
Texas
Gonzales County Park praised as Texas beauty spot
The Gonzales Inquirer lauds the County Park on the San Marcos as a premier Texas retreat. Tourists from several states already visit, praising its beauty and urging cleanup and preparation to extend their stay during the travel season.
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Gonzales County Park
Gonzales Inquirer
Texas
San Marcos
Adamsville Launches Weekly Community Paper
Adamsville in Lamprgsas county starts a community paper with 250 copies mailed weekly for at least three months. The aim is to boost local interest and advertise to residents and beyond, aligning with plans for a community fair next summer.
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Adamsville
Lamprgsas County
Gause PTA Presents Evening of School Entertainment
The Gause Parent Teacher Association hosted an April Friday program in the school building with an invocation by R C Davis and performances from primary to high school students including readings, songs, plays, a piano solo, and a piano piece. Refreshments followed the show. The funeral of Mrs Frank Harris was held Saturday at 3 PM from the Baptist church.
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Gause Parent-Teacher Association
Invocatio
R. C. Davis
Toyland
Threta Lee
Juanita Thomas
Long
Dorris Key
Mary Belle Critchhfield
Newman Gaston
Lou Harwood
Frank Harris
Baptist Church
Hereford Becomes Major Mule Shipping Center
Hereford has grown into a large concentration and shipping point for mules as the North Plains region produces desirable stock. Over 70 carloads have already been sent out recently, with buyers seeking more to supply markets nationwide. The rise of tractors is noted, but longtime mule breeders feel confident against motorized competition.
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Hereford
North Plains
Agricultural College Tours Draw Large Burleson County Crowd
More than 1000 Burleson County farmers farm boys and girls and some businessmen toured Texas A and M College to learn about modern agricultural methods and to become acquainted with the college advantages.
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Agricultural College
Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College
Burleson County
Texas farm classes train 8000 boys in 253 departments
More than 8,000 boys study vocational agriculture in Texas across 253 departments. The State supervisor for agricultural education notes they learn in elementary schools about improved farm methods and practices and prepare to work in farming.
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Texas
Talking to School Girls On Personal Hygiene
A district nurse advises girls on health habits and when necessary a nightly dose of a non drug tonic called Najol. She promotes safe, simple routines, claims the substance is pure and harmless, and urges every woman to keep a bottle on hand.
Obituary notices and social visits in Cameron area
Obituary notices forthcoming in next week’s columns. Mrs. Rudolph Bowling Sr. visited Cameron Friday. D W Key and wife were Cameron visitors Thursday. Mrs Crouch is very sick. Miss Eddie Wilson of San Marcos spent the weekend with her parents. Miss Mary John Fraim of Sherman attended Mrs. Frank Harris funeral. Cold winds damaged gardens and crops. Mr Albert Wilson and family of San Marcos visited Mrs Joe Todd Sunday.
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Eddie Wilson
San Marcos
Mrs
T. C. Wilson
Mary John Fraim of
Sherman
Frank Harris
Albert Wilson
Joe Todd
Question and Answer on Plants and Everyday Knowledge
A mixed set of questions and partial answers covering topics from plant growth in the dark to why cats purr and how digestion works. It includes queries about sleep, inventions enabling tall buildings, telegraphs, clockmaking by state, and the origin of paper, with initial answers noting sunlight gives color to plants and fainting relates to heart function.
Fragmented Science Quiz Fragments From An Old Page
A collection of scattered quiz items includes questions on anatomy morals sleep acid elevators and Morse code notations. It lists choices red or green red man and intermarriage and notes brain activity in light sleep and deep sleep while mentioning hydrocloric acid and paper sources.
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B. Morse
Connecticut
Massachusetts
New York
Michigan
Miss Henderson Honored With Bridge
Miss Louise Atkinson hosted a bridge party for Miss Agnes Henderson at the family home on Thirteenth Street. Roses styled the decorations and refreshments as guests played several games with partners arranged for the honor. A rose shaped powder box was given to the guest of honor.
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Louise Atkinson
Agnes Henderson
Thirteenth Street
Hoenoree
Helen Flinn
Winnie Henderson
Eber Flinn
Florence Atkinson
Ladies Attend Henley Reception Last Thursday
Mrs A J Dossett and daughter Miss Francis joined Mrs Eula McClendon and Mrs Emma Dossett Wilson at a reception hosted by Mrs W H Henley held last Thursday at her home.
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A. J. Dossett
Francis
Eula McClendon
Emma Dossett Wilson
W. H Henley
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D. W. Key
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