Texas to salute oil industry with Beaumont monument dedication
All Texas will attend the Texas Oil Industry convention in Beaumont October 9 to 11 to dedicate a monument to Spindletop. The event marks the 40 year history of oil discovery and Texas growth from 200000 wells to more than 500 producing fields and one third of the nation’s oil. The industry’s refinements and cheap fuel have spurred manufacturing and employment across the state.
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Texas
Bellmont
Texas Mid-Continental Oil and Gas Association
Spindle Top
Beaumont
Farm Machinery Survey Aims To Gauge 1942 Needs
The USDA Defense Board Texas branch surveys minimum new farm equipment needed for 1942 to guide priorities for machinery and repair parts, aiding farmers to supply food for America. With rising farm product prices foreseen, the note emphasizes the link between tool availability and regional prosperity.
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United States Department of Agriculture Defense Board
Texas
Claude R. Wickard
America
President Roosevelt Signals Focus on a Shooting War
The president’s address indicates the U S Navy should shoot first against Axis submarines raiders or aircraft in vital defense zones. Commentators note it reads like a push toward war and reflect on public reaction and leadership in wartime.
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Roosevelt
U.S. Navy
No, I must stay in the light, not darken with mood
The line urges embracing daylight and open skies while avoiding heavy negative tones. It reflects Whitman’s preference for uplifting, expansive perception over gloom.
Man Gives Worrying Life: A Century Without Living It
A reflective remark notes that a man who does not live a full hundred years can still bear the burden of a thousand worries, illustrating the weight of inner concerns over time.
Wheat Acreage Allotment Urged Ahead of 1942 Referendum
Gillespie County wheat farmers should consider acreage allotments for the 1942 crop as a national referendum on marketing quotas approaches. If approved by two thirds, compliant farming avoids penalties. excess wheat faces a 50 percent levy of the loan rate. If quotas fail, loans are not issued.
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Gillespie County
Dorman D Sell
Gillespie County Aaa Committee
AAA
C. R. Wickard
Large Screw Worm Population Predicted
A forecast shows a large screw worm fly population across the western half of the state for late summer. Entomologists Cameron Siddal and D. C. Parman say the current fly level is the highest in six years. They recommend reducing breeding in October and November and treating ranches last winter to cut carry-over for midwinter activity.
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Cameron Siddal
Extension Service
D. C. Parman
Uvalde
Texas Livestock Movement Rises In July
The University of Texas Bureau of Business Research reports higher July shipments of all Texas livestock to out-of-state markets and Fort Worth. Total 5,427 cars, up from 5,167 last July, with cattle 3,060 cars, hogs 645, and sheep 947. Calves fell by 69 to 775.
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Texas
Fort Worth
University of Texas Bureau of Business Research
Defense Bonds and Lamps Promotion Endorsed
A promotion urges citizens to support national defense by buying Defense Savings Bonds and lamps. The campaign emphasizes patriotic duty and financial participation to safeguard the American way of life.
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Defense
Kiss The Boys Goodbye at Palace Spage Next Week
Broadway favorite based on a Broadway hit,plays Sunday and Monday September 21 22 at the Palace Theatre. A Southern girl pursues Broadway until a Southland director seeks the fairest girl for his show with Mary Martin as Cindy Lou Bethany Don Ameche as Lloyd and Oscar Levant also stars.
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Palace Theatre
South
Cindy Lou Bethany
Texas
Mary Martin
Don Ameche
Lloyd
Oscar Levant
Youth Breaks Leg in Fredericksburg Football Scrimmage
Jackson Wiemers son of Marvin Wiemers and a Fredericksburg High junior fractured his right ankle during a Tuesday practice at the F H S athletic field. He was taken to a local hospital for further treatment. Also noted were Mrs Otto Burgdorf with a left arm break from a fall last Friday and Edwin Schaetter son of Joe Schaetter breaking two toes at his father’s home.
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Jackson Wiemers
Marvin Wiemers
Fredericksburg
Otto Burgdorf
Edwin Schaetter
Joe Schaetter
Echo Choir Holds Annual Picnic at Knopp School
Members of the Echo Singing Club and families gathered Sunday at Knopp School near Fredericksburg for their annual picnic and barbecue. The day included singing and socializing with guests Mr and Mrs Hugo Oestreich and their son from Castell attending.
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Echo Singing Club
Knopp
Fredericksburg
Hugo Oestreich
Castell
General Tires and Tubes Ad With Fredrickburg Drive-In
Rubin Crenwelge proprietor promotes General Tires and Tubes with a drive in service at the Fred ericksburg station. The banner highlights tire sales and quick service for local motorists.
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Fredericksburg Drive-In
Rubin Crenwelge
Beers Return Marked Eighth Anniversary In Texas Ad Campaign
A statewide ad campaign by Pearl Brewery of San Antonio celebrates September 15, 1941 as the 8th anniversary of beer’s return to Texas. The notice touts 35000+ new Texas jobs, $2.5 million annual farm purchases, and six million dollars in taxes benefiting education and welfare, with beer sales up nationally and in Texas. Pearl Brewery executive B B McGimsey notes beer price hikes are not expected to rise taxes, and cost increases are absorbed by high production volume.
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Texas
The
Standard
Pearl Brewery
San Antonio
Texan
Lone Star
Texans
Texas Breweries
Pearl Beer
B. B. McGimsey
Subscribe to the Standard Only $1.50 per year
A brief notice promotes subscribing to the Standard at a yearly rate of $1.50. The ad emphasizes affordability and ongoing access to the publication.
Defense Savings Bonds and Stamps Drive Support
Civilians urged to buy Defense Savings Bonds and Stamps frequently. The stamps come in 10 25 50 cent and 1 and 5 dollar denominations to enable an installment plan for bonds.
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Uncle Sam
Defense
Defense Savings
Gardens scarce in Northwest Texas town study
A study of 629 Negro families in a Northwest Texas town found only eight with home gardens while twenty six were homeowners.
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Texas
Farmers Use Classified Ads to Buy or Sell
Farmers rely on local classified ads to trade equipment tools and livestock. The notices highlight affordability and quick exchanges within the rural community.
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Arthur H. Rowert
Fredericksburg Publishing Company
OWL Industry
John Ruskin
Walt Whitman
John J. Pershing
Walter Reed Hospital
Washington
AEF
France
Army
Broadway
Palace
Echo Choir
Chiropractic
H. L. Spitzer
D.C
Basse Express
Eckert
Llano
Cherokee
San Saba
Lometa
East Main Street
Rona
Corona Standard
Fredericksburg Publishing Co. Inc
Ashiecr Sta
the Building
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