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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1916
Page
8
The body of Calvin George, 22, was found in a pond today after being reported missing. A search of the area by authorities and friends followed his failure to return home, and the body was discovered in the pond early this morning.
A local appeal requests readers to ring phone number zero if they know of any pews or items of interest for the paper. The message thanks neighbors for helping keep the city’s news coverage lively and asks for kind word and assistance.
Aermotor wind mills with a double gear center lift require annual oiling. Reservoir capacity ranges from Y to 1 gallon depending on mill size. Product described as dusty water and ice proof, simple and tight durable. Advertises greatest improvement in windmills and notes sale by 47. the
A contentious piece argues that immigration does not uplift native population but replaces it. It critiques General Walker’s view, contends birth rates rose with urban shift to manufacturing, and examines living costs, housing, and wages to show economic factors shape family size more than immigration. It cites studies by Elkanah Watson, Robert Chapin, and the American Leader.
The article discusses how extended separation from native country reduces immigrant family sizes, noting race death trends, especially in prohibition states, and the link between higher intelligence and fewer children. It argues immigration is needed for U S industrial growth while warning native births barely outpace deaths, and mentions postal revenue gains under Burleson’s tenure.
Washington D C Dec 28 Congress may enact a one cent drop postage law as proposed by Rep Eugene Black of Texas. Backed by supporters in San Antonio Dallas Fort Worth and other Texas towns the measure aims to stamp local letters at one cent for local delivery within city or rural routes. Black plans to push the bill after Christmas arguing it will not cause a deficit.
Schulenburg on December 26 reports Steve Guzer, driver of a service car, killed instantly when the vehicle overturned on the Ammansville and LaGrange Road after steering gear failed. Brother in law Joe Niezer was seriously injured. two other occupants escaped uninjured. Guzer buried at Ammansville.
Market report notes cotton seed trading in Fredericksburg with brief pricing and volume details. Industry sources indicate activity in produce markets and seed distribution lines.
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