Rockdale boundary change shifts land to Hairston precinct
The Rockdale County Commissioners Court approved a boundary realignment moving about 4000 acres of farm land from Moore to Hairston precinct, aligning with Rockdale Road District No. 10. The change allows Hairston to use part of its road funds for repairs on an older road. Local farmers and Rockdale citizens welcomed the decision after a day of discussion.
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Commissioners Court
Rockdale Commissioners Precinct
Rockdale Road District No
Gabriel
Little Rivers
Tracy
Rockdale
Moore
Hairstonts
Hairs
Henry to Erect New Filling Station on Old Diehl Corner
Ww P Henry to build a modern drive in filling station on the old Louis Diehl corner at North Main Street. The purchase is $1000 for a 62 1 2 by 90 foot lot. The building will cover the entire lot with a double drive way and full equipment. Clint Henry to supervise repairs and service at the new garage. Expected rapid completion and opening.
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Ww. P. Henry
W. P. Henry
Louis Diehl
North Main Street
Mr. Henry
Clint Henry
Constable James Apprehends Burglar Suspects Near Coleman
Constable J A James arrested two suspects described as negroes wanted for burglary in Coleman. He found them in a barn near Mr W S Unnasch, brought them to Thorn Dale, fed them, and planned to ship them to Coleman Sheriff. The Coleman prisoners escaped with outside help, leading to the arrest of two local suspects. Sheriff Drew S Rosser took the locals to the county jail.
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Coleman
J. A. James Gt
Calaboose
W. S. Unnasch
Thorndale
Drew S. Rosrrs
Cameron
Thornadtle Chammoen
Thorndale State Bank Moves to New Brick Home
The Thorndale State Bank plans to move into its new brick building this Thursday. Artist A A Wood spent the week installing fixtures and preparing the bank, describing the new bank as a convenient, attractive asset for Thorndale and its directors.
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State Bank
Thorndale State Bank
A. A. Wood
Thorndale
Kidney flushing with Jad Salts advertised for health
An advertisement urges readers to drink water and four ounces of Jad Salts each morning to flush and stimulate "clogged" kidneys, claim relief from bladder irritation and back pain, and improve overall health. It promotes regular doctor checks and describes the product as inexpensive and safe.
Thorndale Fire Loss Spurs Town Beautification Efforts
The Thorndale Champion notes that several months after a major fire, the town benefits in appearance as property losses push residents to rebuild. It argues modern, prettier structures will replace older ones and improve the town overall.
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Thorndale
Rain Not Wanted in Rockdale Country Cotton Report
In Rockdale and Thorndale Texas crop notes amid heat and drought farmers hope for no rain for weeks while cotton reaches peak quality. Rockdale yardage 617 bales with 24.5 cents, seed at $30 a ton. Thorndale totals 1504 bales, price up to 24.9 cents, seed $31 a ton. Last year’s figures show faster collection. heat persists with temperatures near 98 degrees and hot winds.
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Rockdale
Milam County
Texas
Thorndale
Crop crop yields fall as boll opening accelerates
The report notes plants and bolls opening prematurely with the crop in the area dropping by at least 50 percent from estimates a month ago.
Monument Works Expansion Replaces Mule Barn in Rockdale
August Menn leases a large lot and constructs a new shop and office for monument works. W. P. Henry builds a garage, removing the old mule barn and steel lot from the business district as part of Rockdale’s improvement efforts.
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Rockdale
Texas
Menn
Big Monument Works
W. P. Henry
Rockdale Church Plans Two-Week Evangelistic Meeting
Beginning August 28 the Church of Christ in Rockdale Texas will hold a two weeks evangelistic meeting led by Rev Arthur Slater of Corpus Christi. Services run daily on the vacant lot beside Rockdale post office.
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Rockdale
Texas
Church of Christ
Arthur Slater
Corpus Christi
Cardui Story Sparks Hope for Woman’s Health
A woman recounts finding relief after trying Cardui, describing persistent illness and slow improvement as she begins to use the remedy and experiences hopeful changes in wellbeing.
Catarrh Remedy Offered By Cheney Company
An old pamphlet style note promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine made by J. Cheney & Co in Toledo Ohio. It claims constitutional action through the blood and promises a reward for proof of ineffectiveness. The advertisement lists sellers and urges purchase for relief from catarrh.
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We. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
J, Cheney & Civ
Toleto
Publication Notice for Weller Saddler in Milam County Court
Public notice issued by Penn Wolf Clerk of the District Court Milam County Texas summons Weller Saddler to appear at the next term in Cameron on September 3 1924 to answer a petition filed August 1 1923 in suit No 8928 by Lula Saddler against Walter Saddler alleging statutory grounds of three years abandonment.
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Weller Saddler
District Court
Milam County
Cameron
Lula Saddler
Walter Saddler
Penn Wolf
Texas
Texas Sheriff Command to Milam County Officer
The State of Texas directs Milam County law enforcement to take specified official action as commanded by the court or public notice. The summons or writ requires the sheriff or constable to execute duties with authority and within the stated legal framework.
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Milam County
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D. H. Sanford
Mrs. Stephens
Henry
Milano
Gause
Shiloh
Laura Story
Fort Worth
Mattie Matthews
Victoria
W. L. Schaeg
Cameron Mutual Life Insurance Association
Mary L. Hutcherson
Widdow
Ben F. Hutcherson
Hutcherson
Schaeg
A. F. Hamilton
Mr. Hamilton
Company B
10Th Texas Cavalry
Constable James
Dr. F. Barnes Bever
C. W. Lawrence Bldg
Auditorium Hotel
Rockdale Country
Rockdale News
Cardus
M. C. Ragsdale
Fort Towson
Oklo
Cardui
State OF Texas
wScur
Ardus
Juss Rossermoaoe
Sweet Stedman & Sharpe
Cameron, Texas
Buick
Schiller Buick Co
Milam County Lumber Company
P. Carey & CO
G.C. Walters
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