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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1917
Page
4
Ruralist urges readers to save garden seeds due to probable seed shortages from European war disruptions. Provides practical tips on selecting healthy plants, saving beans and squash, treating for weevils, drying and storing seeds, and avoiding poor varieties while noting risks from moisture and pests.
Austin Aug 16 The Governor asked both legislative branches to pass relief measures for Central West Texas amid a severe drought affecting at least fifty counties. He described crops failing cattle dying and seed scarce and urged prompt action to prevent hunger and deprivation. He cited visits to the region and stressed the duty of the state to act.
Washington Aug 15 The weather week was generally favorable for cotton work with progress across the belt except Alabama’s heavy rains. Crop notes: Arkansas Tennessee Louisiana and Southern North Carolina fruiting well Oklahoma growing well South Carolina ranges from good to excellent. Deterioration in Western Florida from boll weevil damage. Georgia picking underway. Mississippi cultivation good and plants satisfactory. Louisiana opening picking. Texas uneven but plants doing well in north and east while deteriorating in central west and south districts.
Fort Worth market notes a large cattle and calf offering on Wednesday with steady cattle and higher hogs up to 17.40. Hog receipts about 3,000 head. sheep and lambs about 1,000 head sold in a strong market. Beef steers plentiful but steady. yearlings to 10.40. cows and heifers plentiful. calves sold briskly with 9.75 for a good lot. Overall, outside competition kept prices steady to higher amid active trading.
An editor, returning after years, hears a sermon about the Egyptian army drowned in the Red Sea and orders an extra-special edition to bring war news to the office. The scene contrasts religious reverence with newsroom urgency in a far West church visit.
Mr and Mrs Wm Hermann celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary at their Pedernales river home on August 8th. About 85 descendants joined a large family reunion with feasting and cordial congratulations. The couple, aged 91 and 88, live contentedly in their country home as their years advance. Editor Rebt Penniger and grandson Fernando Meckel planned a weeklong auto trip to Austin Seguin New Braunfels and San Antonio, returning later in the week.
Washinton August 1. Citizens of San Antonio press for moving the Arsenal to another site. General Crozier replies that such relocation is considered but not financially advantageous to the Government. The present grounds might become a park or school property.
Fredericksburg Texas August 1 1917 announces switch from credit to cash basis for all purchases. customers may pay in advance for a 4 2 cent discount. daily balances tracked on sale slips. delivery service continues. 30 day trial offered to compare with old credit system.
A Pacific Port report quotes Viscount Ishii declaring that doubts between Japan and the United States are cleared after a three day visit. He praises American hospitality and says friendly cooperation will be the keynote of future relations. He notes the mission has eased tensions and will continue to Washington with hopeful support from both nations.
Washington discussions hint the new four billion dollar allied loan may carry four percent interest. No formal statement from Secretary McAdoo yet, but sources say a rate half a percent higher than the first allied loan has been considered.
Washington officials propose a nationwide Liberty Bond publicity plan costing 1 to 2 million dollars paid by the government. The $1 million option would fund daily to weekly newspapers, farm papers, small town papers, posters and circulars. The plan covers diverse media including foreign language papers, billboards, streetcars, factory bulletins and house organs.
Washington Aug Federal supervision of all marketing is proposed in a bill introduced by Senator Owen of Oklahoma. The measure would form the National County Co operative Marketing Corporation with a capital of 100 million dollars, establishing a central directing body in Washington governed by farmers.
The Rome reports losses for the merchant marine week ending August 12, with six steamers and five ships sunk, including one over 100 tons. Fifty vessels of all nationalities totaled 508 tons entered port, while 245 vessels totaling 14,775 tons departed.
St. Louis conducts a test using light thrown from searchlights on nearby buildings to illuminate surrounding traffic police at night. The experiment aims to enhance visibility and deter violations by coordinating patrols with illuminated zones.
Four fine bucks are for sale to improve flocks. Interested buyers should inquire locally.
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