Gillespie County Urged to Form Wildlife Club Before Hunting Season
In Gillespie County a push grows to organize a live-wire wildlife and game protective group to attract hunters and promote wildlife resources. Community leaders note visitors peak on opening day and during the season with average spending around 40 dollars per person, urging action before November deer and turkey season.
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Gillespie County
Gillespie
Kerr
Mason County
Brady
City Life on the Farm
The article recounts Gillespie County farmers banding together to bring cheap electric power to rural homes and farms. It credits cooperative effort and local leadership for extending electricity, improving lighting, and easing farm chores.
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Gillespie
Gillespie County
Growing Old Gracefully by a Gillespie County Gentleman
A Gillespie County man past 90 shares a philosophy of life praising daily simple joys and reflection on youth. He notes the world’s troubled times and that happiness comes from personal effort shaping a complete life despite aging.
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Gillespie County
Principles of right and wrong are legible to all
A historical quotation attributed to Thomas Jefferson states that the principles of right and wrong are understandable by everyone, reflecting a belief in universal moral clarity. The line emphasizes accessible ethics and common human conscience.
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Thomas Jefferson
Syphilis Tests Aid Healthy Births and Public Health
The Christian Science Monitor cites Iowa and other states enacting tests for expectant mothers to reduce congenital syphilis. It notes 114 cases reported in Iowa last year and asserts early treatment saves about 90 percent of affected babies. The piece cites broader public cost and benefit to taxpayers.
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Towa
Iowa
America
Warsaw
Missouri
Oklahoma
Christian Science Monitor
School Children Should Be Vaccinated Before School Opens
Dr. Geo W Cox Texas State Health Officer urges local boards of education to require vaccination against smallpox and diphtheria for all entering students. He notes that preventive care reduces absences, medical costs, and even death, and recommends preschool exams to assess readiness and tailor curricula. Local health authorities support preschool exams and vaccination to protect Texas children.
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Austin
Tex
Geo. W. Cox
Boards of Education
Cox
Texas State Department of Health
Texas
State Health Department
Special Attraction At Gillespie County Fair 1917
Special feature at the Gillespie County Fair in Fredericksburg September 4 to 7, 1917. Smithson, the world’s daring cyclist, will give daily exhibitions. Also promote Fredericksburg Drive-In Station Rubin Crenwelge, proprietor.
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Fredericksburg Drive-In
Rubin Crenwelge
Gillespie County Fair
Smithson
Fredericksburg Drive-In Station
Gillespie County Fair Promises Record Attendance and Racing Feature
The 32nd annual fair is expected to exceed prior years with a strong race program and special attractions. The article notes a large turnout anticipated from Gillespie County residents and visitors, plus plans to showcase local production and hospitality.
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Gillespie County Fair & Improvement Co
Special Westinghouse 1910 Radio at Discount Price
Sterling Electric Co offers a Westinghouse 1910 model radio for 12.75 after a special 17.95 listing. Limited stock advertised with emphasis on savings and value.
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Westinghouse
Sterling Electric CO
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Willow City
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M. O. Punhl
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Emma Bracutigam
Rufna Herbert
Max Bracutigam
Hugo Lochte
Fritz Braeutigam
C. Pluennecke
Castell
Annie Willenberg
Vetter
San Antonio
Tures
Sinclair Opaline
Sinclair Pennsylvania Motor Oil
Sinclair Pennsylvania
Nclair
Sinclair Refining Company (Inc
E. W. Stroeher
Preez
Peu
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