19 Jun 1903
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Newspaper
Canyon City News
Location
Canyon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1903
Page
1
Land Commissioner Terrell announces a new asking price of 1.50 to 3 per acre, arguing higher values reflect true land worth and benefit settlers. The change signals a shift from prior lower rates as demand and tax policies cast light on land value debates.
In a visit to Hereford and Deaf Smith county, locals urge action to land the Baptist College, arguing other towns may win the plum if Hereford does not act. Amid community debate, voters approved a municipal incorporation with 125 cast to retain and 41 to annul, while county land issues prompt rulings on lease waivers and sales, pleasing cattlemen.
The Colorado Supreme Court in Austin issued a ruling on Smith v McClain arising from Kent county certified questions about four sections of state school land. The case centered on lease waivers and purchase rights, with the district court ruling that the lease stayed in effect if McClain failed to acquire the land. The high court answered the questions, affecting title certainty for cattlemen statewide.
Notice advertises sale of milch cows and 200 head of stock cattle at very cheap cash or on time with good note. Also mentions houses for rent at reduced rates and invites inquiries to arrange rental.
The Fort Worth Register reports J J Terrell, state land commissioner, says actual settlers will buy all lands on the market at current prices. Prices in Andrews Gaines Terry Yoakum counties rise from 1 50 to 38 per acre, enriching the school fund by five to six hundred thousand dollars. Messages from across Texas praise the higher purchase price and lease rents as demand grows. Pratrep Deeps All kinds. Five for 25 centa or 25 for one dollar.
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