WPA project upgrades Karnes County road near Karnes City
Over five miles of Karnes County roadway were improved by a WPA project near Karnes City. The work included road widening fencing concrete drainage structures and grading.
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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1941
Page
17
Over five miles of Karnes County roadway were improved by a WPA project near Karnes City. The work included road widening fencing concrete drainage structures and grading.
Government may take title to pledged cotton and pay producers the difference between redemption costs and fair market value as determined by the Secretary of Agriculture. Notes on 1938 1939 1940 crops have varied maturity and call rights with possible August 1 1941 title action and a 10 day public notice if taken. WPA work adds a bridge across Hammer Branch and expands Tyler sewer system with 1000000 linear feet of pipe and 300 manholes.
WPA workers in Texas are listed with the State Employment Service and available for private employment. Beazley says workers can be released from projects to help farm labor and that employers should consult local State Employment Service representatives. Refusal of a bona fide private job may lead to retention on WPA projects.
The State Health Department warns Comanche residents of noncompliant outdoor toilets that threaten public health. Owners should pit or connect to the sewer to meet sanitary laws. City Marshal Tom Fagan appeals to owners to remedy conditions promptly.
The ordinance bans staking cattle or any stock to reach streets or public roads in Comanche. Violations risk wrecks, property loss, and injury.
A fragment notes muscular strain and bruising linked to over-exertion and mentions 60e bottles. The text appears as an old pharmacy caution or advertisement from Durham's pharmacy.
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