Colorado River Authority Purchases C P L Property
The Lower Colorado River Authority announces rate cuts and a sale of thirteen Texas towns from Central Power and Light Company. Eleven cities see residential rates drop about 37 percent and commercial rates fall about 20 percent.
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Austin
Texas
Colorado River Authority
Texas Power and Light Company
Central Power and Light Company
C. P. and
Texas Power
Johnson
Cong. Johnson
Bastrop
Bellville
Brenham
Bur
Net
Giddings
Kerrville
Lampasna
Llano
Lockhart San Marcos
San Saba
Cong. Johnson Asid
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Cong
Pres. Roosevelt
T. P
Weimar
L.clava
Lower
Central Texas
CRA
Len. C. Hill
Rep. Johnson
L.C.R.A
Authority’ Board of Directors
Feeding of Wild Turkeys in Hill Country Highlights Drought Aid
Feeding stations established by the Texas Game, Fish and Oyster Commission aided turkeys during drought. About 3,000 adult birds used 53 stations through July 10, with 3,309 pounds of maize and 64 bushels of corn consumed. The crop of young turkeys was negligible due to the drought.
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Austin
Turkey
Game Department
Waldermar Kroll and Hel ena Kroll Visit in San Antonio
Waldermar Kroll and Miss Hel ena Kroll of San Antonio visited a parent. Mr and Mrs Frens were mentioned in connection with the visit.
Home Accidents Rival Car Deaths in U.S. in Year
Washington reports that accidents in homes nationwide occur each year rivaling fatalities from car crashes. Officials urge households to conduct systematic safety checks to reduce injuries.
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Washington
FSA Group Helps Debt Burdened Farmers Seek Aid
The Farm Security Administration hosts a meeting to discuss debt adjustment for farmers unable to meet obligations. County supervisor A M Cooper urges those in danger of foreclosure to seek committee help now, noting million-dollar debt adjustments already made in Texas and Oklahoma.
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Old Court House
A. M. Cooper
Farm Security Administration
FSA
Texas
Oklahoma
Texans Seek East Texas Preserve For Eastern Wild Turkeys
Austin reports the Texas Game Fish and Oyster Commission aims to acquire a 15 600 to 20 000 acre tract in East Texas to rescue the eastern wild turkey. Fewer than 150 birds remain in Texas and perhaps as few as that many along the Atlantic coast. The plan would support deer quail and fur bearing species and may use Pittman Robertson funds for restoration if the program proceeds.
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Austin
Texas
Texas Game, Fish and Oyster Commission
Lone Star
Atlantic Seaboard
Game Department
Texa
Home Loan Activity Rises in Texas 1939
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Little Rock reports 8,687 Texas homeowners insured by 121 associations since January 1, with total lending of 17,114,276. August loans reached 2,117,981, about half to build new homes, and the eight month total up 3,428,000 from a year earlier.
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Little Rock
Akr
Texas
Federal Home Loan Bank of
Fredericksburg
Federal Savings and Loan Insurance Corporation
Federal Home Loan Bank System
Local Visitors Drop In For A Pebble Harpers
Mr and Mrs L A Stevens and daughter Mary Virginia visited Harper on Tuesday afternoon. Mrs Carl Duret of Doss stopped by for several days over the weekend.
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L. A. Stevens
Mary Virginia
Harper
Carl Duret of
Doss
Large Turtle Attacks Fishermen in Texas River
In northeast Texas Lord Darrow and Ernest Porter warn anglers to wear footwear while wading. While walking Sulnhurn River Barrow was bitten, gashing and breaking a foot bone. Porter attempted a rescue but was also bitten, suffering similar injuries.
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Lord Darrow
Ernest Porter
Oak Grove
Texas
Barrow
Sulnhurn River
Barrows
Porter
H. R. Morell
Mount Pleasant
A. Grissom
Wood Floors and Subfloors in Home Construction
Article notes wood floors endure wear, with subfloors adding warmth and stiffness. Details include joist support, tight level finish, and avoiding squeaks by proper nailing. Wider subfloors risk deflection. hardwood finish floors like maple and beech are common. Old floors may serve as subfloors if leveled before new installation.
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U. S. Forest Products Laboratory
Madison
Wis
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