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Fredericksburg Standard

Location

Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1940

Page

11

Spring Wool Clips Hit Peak as 70 Million Pounds Sold

West Texas wool buyers depleted the spring clip reaching 70,000,000 pounds while 15,000,000 pounds remained unsold in warehouses. Joe B. Blakeney of San Angelo bought 770,000 pounds at Sonora and 970,000 pounds last weekend across Del Rio and other points, with prices around 33 cents per pound. Industry leaders warned of a possible import threat of 250,000,000 pounds and prepared for defense action with national and state associations involved.

West Texas Sonora Wool and Mehall Company Sonora Joe B. Blakeney San Angelo Ware Houseman Hallowell National Defense Council Edwin S. Mayer A. K. Mackey Texas Sheep and Goat Raisers’ ‘Association National

Tree Planting Advice From Federal Housing Administration

The FHA advises using shade trees to frame the home while avoiding close planting and rapid growers like poplars and willows whose roots may clog sewers and exhaust soil nutrients. It recommends careful placement for permanence and curb appeal and notes fruit trees add both fruit and flowers.

Federal Housing Administration

Wool Growers Eye Action To Shield Domestic Mohair

The Wool Growers' Association in Salt Lake City says the national body plans to take appropriate action to protect domestic wool producers. Mohair prices rise with a new fall clip selling at 55 cents for grown hair and 65 cents for kid in the Hill Country and border region. Last spring produced around 500,000 pounds, a similar estimate for the upcoming fall.

Wool Growers’ Association Salt Lake City National Association Hill Country

South Instrumental In Truth In Fabric Bill's House Passag

In 1934 Chas L South urged a wool labeling act to protect consumers from misrepresentation. He argued fibers like cotton and rayon mix with wool and urged labels revealing fiber content. The bill passed the House overwhelmingly after decades of attempts while an Oklahoma senator proposed delaying effect during the European war.

Washington Chas. L. South South House of Representatives M. South Webster Congress Senate House Len Thomas Oklahoma U. S

Fredericksburg groups thank helpers after chili supper and concert

The Fredericksburg Junior Concert Band Band Mothers American Legion and Legion Auxiliary express sincere thanks to all who assisted in the recent chili supper and concert. Special gratitude goes to those who donated time services and contributions. Subject to November general election for Sheriff Charles Schuch.

Fredericksburg Band Mothers American Legion and Legion Auxiliary

Political Announcements Policy for Standard Insertions

Notices require advance payment before publication and will run in the order received regardless of candidate. The column will publish all announcements once payment is confirmed.

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