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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1925
Page
7
A McKinney woman lost $8000 in diamonds to a man who feigned illness after meeting her on an interurban. He registered at a McKinney hotel, then called to say he was ill and entered her home to try on rings. When the stones would not come off he left two worthless rings as security and fled. Dallas officers traced him to the city but have not found him.
The article chronicles Christ Church on Second Street Philadelphia as a key Revolutionary era landmark. It details 18th century construction, renovations, the 1753 54 steeple and bell chime, and notable artifacts like the 1770 pulpit and 1879 baptism font. It notes Washington’s attendance, notable burials, and Reverend Duche’s stance during the Declaration period.
R L Penick of Stamford, a leading citizen, has declined a Texas highway commission appointment after a telegram from James E Ferguson indicating Burkett and Lanham resigned. He says he would only accept if he knew the board’s personnel and policy. West Texas endorsement noted.
J. J. McKinney shot and killed a large panther or Mexican lion while deer hunting near Callihan. The animal was brought to Beeville and viewed by a crowd, who said it was nearly as large as the circus tigers shown last Saturday. McKinney plans to have the skin made into a rug.
An offer advertising a yearly subscription to the Standard at one dollar per year. The text emphasizes value and ease of sign up, inviting readers to subscribe and remain informed.
Farmers are urged to buy quality and save money as Fredericksburg Implement Co. offers low prices by purchasing in large lots. The notice emphasizes service price and quality from the Fredericksburg store.
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