Waggoner Dies at Fort Worth Home After Illness
William Trimble Waggoner aged 66 died at his Fort Worth home after a long stomach cancer illness. Funeral held in Bluegrove with interment there. Survivors include his wife five daughters and one son, plus a brother. several relatives attended the service. Bellevue News extends sympathy.
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William Trimble Waggoner
Fort Worth
Bellevue
Denver
Bluegrove
Weisel Bros
S. P. Warren
Waggoner
Methodist Church
Woodmen of the World
J. Z. Berrington
I. V. Laughan
JL T. Martin
Irby Rhodes
Graham
Z. M. Corley
J. D. Waggoner
Dallas
D. J. Waggoner
Mr. Martin
Messrs
H. L. Ford
FE. Phelps
R. L. Mayfield
V. M. Dishman
Bellevue News
City paper notice urges country visitors to bring animal books
A city paper advisory suggests visitors heading to the countryside carry illustrated animal books to identify horses cattle and pigs, aiding unfamiliar readers in rural settings.
Napoleon Quote On Men And Gold
A witty remark attributed to Napoleon suggests the truth of the claim that men feed on gold, noting the phrase would gain impact if it began with the word some.
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Napoleon
Abilene Bans Flirting with $200 Fine
Abilene passes an ordinance banning flirting and whistling to attract the opposite sex. A flirt or masher is defined as anyone who by word sign gesture wink or look seeks to attract attention to make a mash of flirting. The penalty for violators is a fine not exceeding 200 dollars.
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Abilene
Fight to the Top Through Self Reliance
A concise motivational piece urging health, perseverance, self belief, and personal initiative. It advocates hard work, ethical conduct, risk taking, and staying true to oneself to overcome doubt and reach success, citing persistence from youth and the drive to act amid discouragement.
Bumper for Birds Could Shape Future Air Travel
In a forward looking note, the piece envisions crowded skies within a decade and calls for a inventive youth to design a bumper for birds, suggesting practical safety and innovation in aviation.
New Neighbor Doctor Angrily Visits Over Ducks
A new neighbor, a doctor, visited in a fit of rage after feeling insulted. It was explained the remarks came from ducks quacking to each other, not people.
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Quack
Consolidation urged to build better Young County schools
In Young County a push for consolidating rural schools aims to create better high schools and centralized districts. Loving's new rural school building is highlighted as a model, with plans for a central district and domestic arts, music, and free transportation. A new consolidation law allows boards to merge without petitions or elections, and a county program may be offered by January. A Texas State Teachers Association convention in Dallas over Thanksgiving is noted, urging teachers to join and attend.
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Young County
Texas
Texas State Teachers Association
Dallas
County school board plans careful rural school upgrades
Our Young County school board will proceed very carefully in its efforts to improve our rural schools, but it is definitely known that the board remains committed to progress and seeks community input before decisions are made.
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Young County School Board
Hunters Mistake Man for Wolf and Kill Him
Caleb Jobe a 78 year old pioneer of Foard County died after being shot Sunday by duck hunters near Thalia who mistook him for a coyote. The 30 30 bullet shattered his arm leading to amputation and later death Monday afternoon. Sheriff district attorney investigated and Boothe was released of blame.
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Caleb Jobe
Foard County
Thalia
Mr. Jobe
Arthur Boothe
McFall Brothers
Dodge Dealers
Wichita Falls
Boothe
J. L. McBeth
Crowell
American Education Week Observed in County Schools
By official proclamation the week end of November 16 22 is American Education Week. The phrase carries prominence and dignity as the President may approve of no finer cause than public education. The week will be observed by the county schools.
What makes America great in citizens and schools
The passage asserts America's greatness rests on native ability and public education with a conscience. It credits citizenship and upbringing through public schooling as shaping Americans who learn both to live well and to build the nation.
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America
Community Beautification Prize Offer Promotes Tree Planting
Holland's Maga zine offers one thousand dollars in cash prizes for planting trees and essays by school children on their value. Open to all civic groups and individuals with no subscriptions required. Tree division judged by Charles Lathrop Pack, Percival S. Ridsdale, and R. A. Gilliam. Community division judged by J. B. Baker, Edward A. Teas, and Florence C. Floore.
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Holland’s Magazine
Charles Lathrop Pack
American Tree Association
Percival S. Ridsdale
Nature Magazine
R. A. Gilliam
Texas State Forestry Association
J. B. Baker
Southwestern Association of Nurserymen
Edward A. Teas
Houston
Texas
Brain workers in Russia face mass unemployment claim
A report asserts that about 350000 brain workers in Russia are unemployed, claiming an economy-wide impact. The statement emphasizes a sweeping job crisis affecting educated professionals.
Not So Dumb Stocking Borrowing Prompt
A child asks who the biggest woman in town is and jokes about borrowing stockings from Mrs. down the street. The mother answers and the exchange centers on neighborhood gossip and a humorous holiday request.
Instincts and inheritance in future pedestrians
A local column argues that if instincts are learned and passed down, future pedestrians may bear three heads and six eyes. Meanwhile Col umbia Record notes Millyun’s Rolls Royce was stolen yesterday from the county poor house while he visited his aging parents.
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Columbia Record
P. Mortimer Millyun
Rells Royce
Mr. Millyun
Why Do Some Men Get Money And Others Get Colds
A pondering question contrasts distribution of wealth with unequal burdens of illness among men, noting disparities in outcomes when freedom and equality are assumed, inviting reflection on social and health inequities.
Doctor Extends Hope, Charges for Time Spent
A physician offers hopeful guidance, while billing by the minute for the consultation. The report notes the tension between urgent patient reassurance and the costs incurred during care.
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