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Fredericksburg Standard in Fredericksburg, Texas

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Fredericksburg Standard

Location

Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1924

Page

6

Fort Davis Massacre by Indians Near the Border

The article recalls Fort Davis in Jeff Davis County Texas, its frontier history, and a 19th century clash with Apache Viktor Victoria and his warriors. Troops under a white captain faced a coordinated multi‑point attack at the mouth of a canyon, with surrounding Apache positions and brutal close‑range firing, leading to a deadly siege described as a death trap.

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Found. A Blue Serge Coat

A man’s blue serge coat found and kept for return. Owner may redeem by providing proper identification and paying for this advertisement at the office.

Old grouch top tax payer nickels in weekly box

A colorful local legend recalls a stubborn taxpayer who always drops a nickel in the church collection each Sunday. The speaker notes that in heaven his ledger may be sparse, implying long-standing, parochial stubbornness.

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May County funds detailed in approving court records

The Court examined and approved the May county funds and treasury balances including Jury Fund 7854.56 Road and Bridge Fund 6775.69 Road Duty Fund 4048.76 General Fund 10175.98. Also notes on Aldebaran size and dark nebulae in Taurus with new dress goods at Schroeder Bros.

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