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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1926
Page
5
Editorial notes that Fredericksburg will gain a major role in electric power distribution for a wide area. The town will aid local industries and farmers seeking access, moving from a frontier town to a hub where civilizaton's routes converge.
A Washington dispatch reports Senator Pepper urging President Coolidge to act against Argentine canned meats cheaper than Kansas packers. The piece suggests Capper may push tariffs and argues farmers should unite to educate and organize rather than seek new legislation. It cites Gillespie County’s rise in home canning as evidence Argentine competition harms growers and that tariffs would shift costs to unorganized consumers.
A nostalgic scene recalls country schools in farming days with a new teacher arriving in summer, greeted by curious pupils. The young instructor faces a strict, self governing classroom, balancing instruction with discipline in a vivid, village setting.
The Austin American Statesman and Austin Chamber of Commerce launched the Better Crops Contest to spur diversification after a severe Central Texas drought. In Gillespie County, Hugo Weinheimer of Stonewall won by meeting all ten scorecard requirements as local volunteers visited farms to assess progress.
A leading tire merchant recounts how The United States Rubber Company works with local dealers to keep tire shopping in the community. Experts note local shops offer service, alignment checks, and warranty backed tires at competitive prices, unlike mail order sources.
T O Noland, 44, MKT section foreman, died five hours after a rock hurled from under a passing train fractured his skull near Houston. He and his crew were ballasting track when they paused for a southbound train. The rock, picked up near the train front, struck the foreman.
Guidance from The Progressive Farmer advises hatching chicks early from February 28 to March 31 to ensure faster growth and easier care. It details feeding regimens including cornmeal, wheat bran, beef scraps, sour milk, and a mix of corn Milo and wheat, with free range in early weeks and stage-specific mash reduction.
Governor Miriam A Ferguson informed all Texas Legislature members that a special session is set for September 13 to validate road bonds examine state departments and consider other proposed legislation. Ghent Sanderford, her secretary, delivered the notices by personal letter.
Walter's Jewelry Store announces a new Art Metal Brasis prize now on display in the shop window for the card party prizes. The piece features metalwork artistry showcased to attract attendees and collectors.
Local buyers alerted to new stock of Martins Fly Smear to protect sheep and goats from flies during and after shearing. Product advertised for sale at H. C. Maier Cash and Carry Store.
Big lot of Fall Dress Goods arrived at Schroeder Bros. Fly Tox against ants and spiders advertised. reader urged to check the paper for sought items.
A five or six month old steer calf was run over by a car and broke its front leg. The calf is kept in Aug. Ahrens lot and cared for. Owner of the calf should call to claim and reimburse feeding expenses.
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