Big League Football Games Set During Texas State Fair
Three major college football games are planned for the State Fair of Texas this fall. On October 8 Texas A&M plays Sewanee opening the fair, October 18 features Texas and Vanderbilt, and October 22 showcases SMU against Missouri. Alumni and students from the involved schools are traveling or attending, with Vanderbilt grads arriving by train for Vanderbilt Day.
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More Exhibits for Women at Texas State Fair in 1927
The State Fair of Texas plans a record number of women focused displays for the 1927 fair opening October 8. The axpegsen Hall showcases hundreds of new household appliances designed to ease domestic tasks and save time, money, and energy. Exposition Hall offers free shows, samples, and a vast display of modern appliances, making a visit valuable for all women.
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Free Childrens Days Set At Texas State Fair
State Fair directors urge parents to bring children to the fair for two free days Dallas Day on Oct 11 and Children's Day on Oct 14. The event promises free shows, rides, fireworks, clowns, and abundant food as families enjoy a lively day out.
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First Annual Livestock Judging Contest at Texas State Fair
The State Fair of Texas announced its first annual livestock judging contest for Boys and Girls Club members as part of the 1927 exhibition. Oklahoma and Louisiana teams are invited to compete for the South championship, led by G L Burleson and Paul Adams with Sterling Evans directing Texas participants amid ongoing flood relief efforts. A marble shooting tournament for boys is also planned as a new feature.
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Phantom Choir of Sixteen Violins at Texas State Fair
Roy Rupard announces a phantom choir of sixteen violins to be played from an organ keyboard in the Auditorium during the Texas State Fair events. The display will accompany Countess Maritza performances and free organ recitals, showcasing a new electrical violin method as part of sixty exhibitors’ stunts for the fair.
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Decline of Horses Deepens Farm Surpluses and Food Strain
The Sears Roebuck Agricultural Foundation reports a drop of at least 5,000,000 work animals since 1920, with 27,422,000 horses and mules then. Land use shows 3.28 acres needed to feed one work animal, hinting at continued effects as autos and tractors replace horses, though the decline may slow amid rising population.
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