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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1937
Page
3
Seasonal warning urges property owners to curb fire risks as dry grass, vacant lots, and debris ignite easily. Emphasizes metal burn containers, supervision, and prewinter appliance checks to save lives and reduce losses. Encourages care in parks and picnics to protect forests and beauty.
Succinct highway safety tips urge drivers to never speed stop at railroad crossings and observe all traffic rules. The list stresses good brakes signaling turns avoid cutting in wearing proper lights wipers tires and steering and warns against drinking and driving.
The county highlights new Baron's Creek bridge on Highway 20 and the Pedernales crossing anticipated to open within sixty days. Kerrville road river crossings were eliminated, two county bridges completed, and bids for Llano highway portions set for July 6. Remaining work includes Kerrville road parts and Harper and Llano highway toppings.
The piece argues against imitation stressing each person’s unique real self and latent inner powers. It likens imitation to impossible change like a rooster trying to be a hen and urges maintaining and developing one’s true self for success. The notice then shifts to Uncle Sam’s status with allies regarding defaults and possession.
The Val Verde Wool and Mohair Company rejects 37 cents a pound for eight months wool and aims for 38 cents. L G Dubus says eight months wool may sell soon at 38 cents, with 12 percent clip shown and 57 percent shrinkage. He predicts 40 cents or more for twelve months wool. fall mohair may bring 70 to 80 cents. Boston strike activity and steady domestic demand shape prices, while Llano and San Antonio markets show varied cattle and hog prices. Washington reports higher summer hog and slaughter cattle prices expected, with grain markets fluctuating and corn remains strong. Llano area officials warn of grasshopper damage and ongoing relief plans.
The article laments widespread gambling costs and praises the nearly finished Buchannan Dam in Texas. It predicts the dam will create the state's largest inland water body, becoming a sanctuary for freshwater fish and boosting Hill Country appeal if protected from the outset.
Notice from the Assessor and Collector of Taxes reminds taxpayers that the second half of 1936 taxes must be paid by June 30 to avoid penalty and interest. Unpaid taxes after July 1 incur higher rates, with delinquencies from other years also affected.
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