Monster Eagle Killed Near Temple Texas
Temple TexasNovember 16 W B Farmer reports killing a monster eagle at his place two miles west of Temple The bird rested in a cow lot and after three shots the eagle fell from the sky The wingspan measured about six feet and several companion eagles remained nearby circling high in the air before departing The eagle was a young bird with two older companions observed in the sky
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Temple
Texas
W. B. Farmer
Kahler Party Honors Mollie Allen At Home
Mr and Mrs Kahler entertained Tuesday with games and a meal in honor of Miss Mollie Allen of Temple. Guests enjoyed the evening and extended best wishes as they departed. Dr P A Ramee of Shiner and Mrs Ida Kunath of Rockdale wed Tuesday at the bride’s home with Judge mn officiating. The Doctor long known in the area, practiced here for years. Congratulations were sent to both families by their friends. Paul Pieper from Baray visited Tuesday after seed wheat and plans to plant about 175 acres, aiming to reduce cotton acreage.
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P. A. Ramee
Shiner
Ida Kunath
Rockdale
Atl
Thorndale Thorh
Paul Pieper
Baray
Mr. Pieper
Milano Truck Farm and Community Notes on Local Meetings
The Milano Gazette reports a year round truck farm run by Kel ley & Huffman with five acres of onions and other winter crops like spinach and cabbage. The Milano Truck Growers Association held a well attended meeting electing O. P. Lagrone as president and naming new directors Tom McGee and B. F. Gibson. The school principal Prof. Edgar Newton criticizes campus grounds and calls for grading and funding, while the Milano Odd Fellows hosted an oyster supper after meetings.
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Messrs. Kelley & Huffman
Milano
Milano Gazette
Milano Truck Growers’ Association
O. P. Lagrone
T. J. Moore
W. R. Sneed
C. M. Beard
Tom McGee
B. F. Gibson
J. D. Ruby
G. R. Hurt
Edgar Newton
Newton
Appointments Made by the New Comptroller
Austin Texas November 14 H J Terrell comptroller elect announces 22 appointments fourteen desk or bureau posts and eight general clerks He will appoint ten more next week The list includes L W Tittle chief clerk C C Quillin chief bookkeeper J P Mouldin assistant bookkeeper B F Teague chief warrant clerk R B Humphrey license permit clerk N A Ensor chief bond clerk John W Stewart Jr chief tax clerk J C Kirby chief redemption clerk William Woodall sheriff clerk Miss Eula Hurlock school warrant clerk A T Barrett examining clerk Briggs Reager assistant tax clerk L B Smile chief auditing clerk Milam county residents F J Clement and Jones Martin noted for positions
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Austin
Texas
H. J. Terrell
L. W. Titte
Cherokee County
C. C. Quillin
Bell County
John W. Stewart Jr
Grayson County
J. C. Kirby
Belton
Sherman
Rotan
William Woodall
Temple
Eula Hurlock
Cameron
A. T. Barrett
Redemption Department
Brenham
Briggs Reager
Ennis
L. B. Smile
Diversified crops drive steady corn growth at farm visit
Mr. Galbreth, a diversifier of crops, credits yearly variety for success as corn planted in August nears the roasting ear stage. J. D. Ramick attended the Waco Cotton Palace last week and observed wonders including the Amicable building across the street where he stayed, worried it might fall.
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Galbreth
J.D. Ramick
Waco Cotton Palace
PTA Movement Sets Meeting Friday Afternoon
Mrs. W. G. Gillis, temporary chairman, announces a meeting for all interested parties Friday at 3 45 in the Public School building. Plans will be considered for completing the organization and everyone is cordially invited to attend.
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W. G. Gillis
Parent-Teachers Association Movement
Trial Results In Hung Jury At Courthouse Murder Case
Crowds filled the courthouse as Robert Lee Perkins faced trial for the murder of Will Turner. Initial belief of guilt shifted as evidence emerged, suggesting Perkins acted by unfortunate circumstances and may be acquitted.
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Robert Lee Perkins
Will Turner
Secured Direct Aid for Farmers in Texas
Washington reports Clar ence Ousley director of extension at Agricultural and Mechanical College secured approval from Secretary Houston to alter the Texas extension budget. The $10,000 fund will hire two or three men to work with chambers of commerce and commercial clubs to aid cotton producers.
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Washington
Clarence Ousley
Extension of Agriculture and Mechanical College
Texas
Houston
Chambers of Commerce and Commercial Clubs
Granger Man John Nizer Found Dead At Home
John Nizer 70 prominent Granger Bohemian farmer was found dead at his Granger home with a rope around his neck. His son in law discovered him early this morning. He had lived in Granger 35 years and leaves a wife and several grown children. Funeral expected tomorrow.
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Granger
Texas
John Nizer
Nizer
Cameron High Defeats Temple in Classic Football Victory
Cameron Hi secured a decisive football win over Temple on a Saturday, topping the score with four touchdowns to Temple's one. The locals dominated, with two early TDs and two more later, as Thompson led the defense and a rousing backfield. Principal Randolph praised Cameron High’s dandy team and strong backfield.
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Cameron Hi
Temple
Cam-Hi
Templites
Thompson
Queen City
Randolph
Cameron High School
Mr. Randolph
University of Mississippi
Court Trial Reveals Family Support Across Counties
The narrative details relatives assisting at the trial, including father Tom Perkins of McLennan County, uncle Charlie Henderson of Branchville, uncle J. S. Henderson of Calvert, uncle D. Perkins of Lott, brother C. S. Perkins, and sister Pearl Perkins who stayed beside her brother with evident sorrow and devotion.
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Tom Perkins
McLennan County
Gause
Charlie Henderson
Branchville
Milam County
J. S. Henderson
Calvert
D. Perkins
Lott
C. S. Perkins
Miss Pearl Perkins
Farmers Organize for Diversified Marketing in Rockdale
About thirty five to forty farmers met at the city hall auditorium to form a cooperative organization to diversify crops and market products. H M Eliot of the A and M College spoke on cooperation, outlining steps to organize and improve truck farming and crop marketing. A committee named officers and directors was formed, with twenty five members joining the new organization.
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Rockdale
City Hall
H. M. Eliot
A. & M. College
Eliot
Gaither
Geo. Banzhaf
W. M. Phillips
G. A. Doss
W. M. Farmer
W. W. Kyle
A. M. Evard
J. R. Williams
Joe Roark
T. A. MacQuary
C. J. Shelander
Mr. Elliot
Route 4
Y. A. Gjedde
Edgar Henry
T. A. McQuary
John Gore
Will Eiland
Hung jury yields split verdict in local trial
The prosecution was skilfully led by W. C. Davis, District Attorney, with defense by Lyles & Lyles. The jury returned a hung verdict with four voting for conviction and four for acquittal.
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W. C. Davis
Lyles & Lyles
Priscilla Club Hosts Pleasant Rainy Afternoon Meeting
Despite rain, the Priscilla Club held a pleasant Thursday session at Mrs. John Mangum's Hefley Heights home. Guests included Mesdames John Watson R C Knipp and J E Wallace and the informal work hour ended with an enjoyable activity.
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Priscilla Club
John Mangum
Hefley Heights
Mesdames John Watson
R. C. Knipp
J. E. Wallace
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Milano County
Odd Fellows
D. T. Calbreth
Route 2
Anofie
Tomsties
Messrs. F. J. Clement
Jones Martin
Terrell
Clement
Mr. Martin
Parent-Teachers Association
Priscilla Club Meeting
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