National Hospital Day Celebrated in Fredericksburg Area
May 12 marks National Hospital Day as Fredericksburg and Gillespie County honor doctors nurses and hospitals. The observance notes 797 state hospitals 5 078 doctors and many nurses supporting health care and cites Florence Nightingale born 128 years ago as a symbol of health defense. Fredericksburg credits local medical institutions with growth and progress and urges gratitude for their service to Central Texas communities.
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Fredericksburg
Gillespie County
Florence Nightingale
Texas
First Annual Fredericksburg Gillespie County Homecoming Planned
Plans for a two day Homecoming on June 13 and 14 at Fair Park aim to draw former residents and local citizens. The Gillespie County Fair Association and civic groups organize the event with invitations available gratis at the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce to reach everyone with ties to Gillespie County.
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Fredericksburg
Gillespie County
Drivers Grow Careless On Straightaways
An article from 1947 traffic records notes that over 80 percent of fatal crashes involve vehicles moving straight ahead. It attributes the danger to drivers’ false sense of security on straight stretches, leading to relaxed attention and automatic behavior.
Numismatics: The science of coins and medals
Numismatics studies coins and medals, covering their history, production, and classification. It examines currency systems, engravings, and collecting practices across civilizations.
Texas Market Report Shows Mixed Prices Across Hogs Poultry and Livestock
Hog prices opened the week 50 cents to a dollar lower while top butcher hogs moved 21 cents. Egg markets softened with 32 to 34 cents per dozen, Ft Worth at 36. Cattle classes gained slightly. San Antonio calves 26.50 to 29.50, Ft Worth up to 29. Lambs steady to higher with Ft Worth up to 24.50, milk fat at 27. Goats 5 to 8.50, stocker lambs 17 to 20, breeding ewes 8 to 20. Fat aged sheep around 13.50 with most above 12. Canners 9 and up. Prices varied across Texas markets this week as demand shifted.
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Texas
Ft. Worth
San Antonio
Ft .Worth
Farm and Ranch Tips on DDT Use and Grass Planning
The article advises applying DDT to floor cracks and crevices to combat pests, noting long-lasting effectiveness in shaded areas. It then shares guidance from the Bureau of Farm Economics favoring renting farmland to reduce debt and outlines planning for sweet Sudan grass as a durable pasture option with fertilizer and planting tips.
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Bureau of Farm Economics
Sudan
Texas
Protect stock with O. R. O worm and coccidiosis remedy
Lochte Storage & Commission Co. of Fredericksburg Texas advertises O. R. O a remedy to protect chickens turkeys and all poultry hogs dogs and livestock against coccidiosis and worms. Money back if not satisfied. 34-39
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Lochte Storage & Commission Co
Fredericksburg
Texas
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Audit Bureau of Circulations
Fredericksburg Publishing Company, Inc
Alfred Petsch
Max Bierschwale
Arthur H. Rowert
Gillespie
Arthur H. Kowert
Joe Molberg
Werner Moehr
Marcus Wehmeyer
National Advertising Representative
Greater
American Press Association
West 39Th Street
New York
N. Y
National Editorial Association
Texas Press Association
South Texas Press Association
Fredericksburg Publishing Co
By Chester Klock
Farm and Ranch News
Y. T. Newman’s Office
Main
Camp Squit
Bastrop
Mound City
Durham
Central Drug CO
The
Hill Country Livestock Protective Association
Hill Country Livestock Protective Ass’n
Joe Marsh
Jeb
Jeb Crowell
United States Brewers Foundation
Wrecker Service
Behrend
Helmuth Behrend
Shu-R-Fit
Venetian Blind Co
West College Street
Louis Pyrka
Crofts Funeral Home
Johnson City, Texas
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