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Newspaper
Happy Idea
Location
Happy, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1919
Page
2
A fragmentary note references Jockos eliteD bait drawing varied opinions from residents. The sense of frustration and critique appears directed at collective actions, with comparisons to others and mentions of Gordon Barrett, a pastor, within a terse social snapshot.
A church notice postpones Mothers Day service to next Sunday at 11 in the morning due to rain and mud. Pastor John T. Price urges honoring the electorate on May 24 with support for the Prohibition Amendment. The piece notes War Savings Certificates affecting indoor activities at a local bank.
Receipts of hogs were liberal and demand urgent with prices rising 15 to 25 cents. Top hog price reached 20.75 while most sold 20.25 to 20.60. pigs 25 cents higher at 16.00 to 19.75. Heavy hogs stayed premium. dressed lamb and mutton prices fell 2.00 to 4.00 at Eastern markets. sheep declined 50 to 75 cents. Wet wool fed lambs 17.75 to 18.50, spring 17.75 to 18.35, clipped 14.50 to 15.00, Texas sheep 11.50 to 13.00. Goats 7.25 to 8.50.
The movement gains traction as the Texas Industrial Congress of Dallas prepares to furnish further information upon request. The campaign aims to widen awareness and mobilize support before the stated deadline.
The Alumni and Ex-students of West Texas State Normal College schedule an annual social hour on Saturday May 27 1919 at the Normal College with refreshments and a short musical program. A meeting will also be held the same day to boost the Grand Homecoming for 1920 the college’s tenth year.
A historical note observes that the average man consumes about one ton of liquid and solid food in a year, highlighting the scale of daily dietary needs and the bulk processed by households.
The article advises on using soft materials to fill holes for traction and suggests small tree branches provide better grip than bricks or stones. If traction fails, a gentle push can supply the extra power needed to start moving a stalled car.
A baby’s grin is simple, honest, and trusting, showing recognition and confidence. The poem notes how a grandad feels joy and a sense of connection when the child beams with a genuine smile. It emphasizes that a baby’s expression carries warmth beyond grown concerns.
A 1919 Texas road view notice from Castro County to landowners, stating a June 7 survey to establish a first class road from Town Section 25, with damages assessment for Bedford Town and Company and others, signed by Harvey Cash.
A fragment notes jurors of view dated 5th day of May 1919. Signatures include J. M. Tilson G. H. Webb TLR Gollehon W. P Boyd and Merrict. Mentions a jury of view with listed cases or items 5:16 28 30, 1919.
Sunday May 18 at 6 30 p m the program lists Hymns Nos 66 114 led by Henry Jordan with Psalm 2 prayer for centenary summer conferences and volunteers Clara Uchychey Roberta Price John XVII 20 Zera Bruce comments by leader and hymns including The Battle Hymn of the Centenary Address Method in the Centenary and special music with Hymn 408 King Eternal.
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