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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1948
Page
10
A historical writer notes that global optimism fueled national greatness as early settlers and thinkers from many lands gathered in the Americas, shaping its development and spirit. The idea emphasizes the impact of hopeful migrants on the continent’s growth and character.
The article argues that only 24 million acres are under soil conservation while 60 million acres are eroded and unusable. It warns the nation faces a shrinking domestic food supply and calls for boosting conservation to 40 to 50 million acres next year to restore fertility and production.
Texas Department of Public Safety cautions that during June July and August 10 to 15 children could be crushed by family cars. Director Homer Garrison notes limited rear visibility and rear glass glare. Extra caution when entering or backing out could save about 45 lives.
The column notes spray use against pecan bearer in Gillespie county with DDT and mixed results. It also covers Southwest markets with prices for fryers hens turkeys eggs hogs cattle and grains, plus local notices of residents and visits around Doss and Johnson City.
A public sale is announced for Saturday June 26 starting at 1:00 PM between Comfort Courts and Rathskeller on Highway 8 7. The auction will include items from cellar to garret with poultry in coops and livestock in trucks and trailers.
Commencement exercises for the Baptist Daily Vacation Bible School were held in the church auditorium Friday evening June 11. A program demonstration showed movements from worship to pledges to the flags and songs. Thirty seven pupils and thirteen workers received certificates as each department presented its work.
Specialized auto repair call on us. We have experienced personnel and the necessary equipment to do a complete job. All work guaranteed by Central Motor CQ.
The Standard lists D C Fisher of San Angelo and Thomas C Ferguson of Burnet seeking re election for Congress and other candidates Howell E Cobb of Brady Charles L South of Coleman Felix Scherer for Tax Assessor Collector and Wm Petmecky as announced for the November 2 1948 general election.
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