Local Correspondence Notes Visits and Cold Weather West of Plano
Correspondence from Plano area reports visits by Fd and Oleg Odom and others, weddings and family gatherings, and a cold spell with hogs feeding activity. An obituary notes the death of "Uncle" Charlie McClary at Hebron, with funeral details. Potatoes and kerosene prices mentioned for Addison area amid weather concerns.
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Oleg Odom
Plano
Marion Gregory
Dallas
Harley Island
Famly
Jackton Place
MeliHo Place
Preston Highway
Rufuy Collndworth
Dad Decker
Charlie McClary
Hebron
Hebron Baptist Church
Bris
Tim Wells
If They Tax Our Gas Give Us Good Roads For Money Taken
Antonio Texas December statement by Datus E Proper executive manager of the Texas Good Roads Association criticizes proposed cuts in federal highway aid. He notes motorists pay a one cent per gallon federal tax that funds more than the federal highway program, argues cutting highway construction harms state growth and transportation, and urges retaining federal support to avoid hindering road development and employment.
Pillars of Our Prosperity Speech Cites Jobs and Highways
The piece quotes Raymond Pitcairn national chairman urging use of energy and resources to expand American production and employment. He argues recovery rests on produce first and argues against diverting highway funds, highlighting employment and housing programs, with local notes on railroad ties and a work crew at a water tank. A Home-Town Newspaper ad notes subscription pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond Pitcairn
The
Republic
M.B. Parsons
Corned Beef Hash and Kitchen Cleanup Tips
Chronicle notes simple corned beef hash steps frying onion in butter then adding meat and gravy or water to moisten. Garnish with parsley and serve with diced beets. Also advises oilcloth for cupboard bottoms clothespins for residue removal and soap the dish cloth to clean soot from cookware.
Home Remedies for Sore Throat and Fabric Care
The text describes gargling options with peroxide or salted warm water and aspirin or soda solutions for sore throat. It also explains fabric identification techniques using glycerine on linen and cotton, noting linen stays sharp and tears differently, with warns about sound and edge behavior.
Beauty Tips From A Past Era On Hands and Hays
A historical advice snippet promotes cornstarch to keep hair soft and prevents chapping when outdoors. It also suggests soothing perspiring hands with alum water or alcohol and lemon juice for quick care. The line closes with a quip about a merry hint doing good like medicine.
The Power of the Printed Word in Advertising
A discussion on how newspaper print shapes public belief more than word of mouth, noting readers trust printed reports and advertising drives household purchases. It warns that misleading ads harm business reputation as customers return goods and tell friends.
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Publc
Fragmented OCR letter hints at local paper and town support
A garbled OCR passage discusses truth and misery in business, a town without a newspaper, subscriptions, and local pride. It mentions printing letters, the Chronicle, and a 62 visit to Cantaran with a $1 fee, conveying a fragmented snapshot of local press culture and community engagement.
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Prankford News
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Seim Waa
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China
Jefferson Mores
Washington
Serone
Jefferson
Bation Allens
America
Chevrolet
Resutt
PU OG Lee
Pete Cll
OC Lou
RCL
Vandergriff Chevrolet Co
Carrollton
Chronicle Scrapbook
Carranton
the Chronicle
Stout's
Mkt
Kelley's Groc
Carrollton Chronicle
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