Fisherman’s Paradise and Free Roaming Fish Tales
Mrs C O Robinson reports perch biting well at Slim’s Camp and a 32 pound catfish caught Saturday night by Latta and Gerald Robinson. Rain boosts catfish, tourists increasing, while California adds fifteen rearing ponds to stock streams. A San Saba Star note extols prime fishing on the San Saba River.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. O. Robinson
Slim
Mr. Latta
Gerald Robinson
J. Zellerbach
California Fish and Game Association
Fishermen encounter heavy rain while camping at Wallace Creek
Kerrville families Clifford Freeman and W. L. Van Horn camped on Wallace Creek and sheltered in Autry garage during a downpour. San Antonio campers Tobin family moved to higher ground as water rose. Fishing parties reported poor catches as rain flooded the area. Nearby anglers from San Marcos enjoyed a Medina Lake fishing trip with Lonnie Cheatham cooking.
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Clifford Freeman
Kerrville
Wallace Creek
W. L. van Horn
Autry
Mr. Tobin
San Antonio
San Marcos
Jack
Ike
Walter Harrison
Will Talbot
Ike Woods
H. G. Caperton
Sabinal
Medina Lake
Lonnie Cheatham
Roscoe Redus
Bandera Welcomes Summer Tourists and City Seekers
Bandera New Era notes that automobile loads of tourists and vacationists have passed through Bandera this past week. With a new road from San Antonio via Bandera and Medina to Kerrville, city folks will flock here this summer seeking the quiet Hill Country retreats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bandera
San Antonio
Medina
Kerrville
Returns From Fishing Trip on Llano River
Mr and Mrs Ir Robertson returned last Sunday afternoon from a weeklong fishing trip on the Llano River near Junction City. They report a big time and lots of fish. During the rounds Mr Robertson contacted poison oak and he seemed to suffer, the staff noting Irl mistook the poison oak for a grape vine and wallowed on it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorenzo Tribune
Ir. Robertson
Llano River
Junction City
Goat at Medina Lake Becomes Loyal Hound Companion
Medina Lake resident Alfred Haby owns a goat paired with his pack of hounds. The young kid, adopted as a pet, participates in the hunts and defends the property against intruders alongside the dogs. Haley notes the goat’s eventual bark.
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San Antonio
Medina Lake
Alfred Haby
Haby
Haley
Questionable Canary Joke Told At Bird Store Gag
A humor snippet describes a woman seeking help for a silent canary. A shopkeeper suggests mating the bird and testing with two worms to reveal the bird's sex, sparking a joke about needing a worm store to tell male from female.
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Trumbell
Business Is Business In Trade Waiting Mindset
A historic note on business ethos urging initiative over passivity. It argues that success comes from seeking opportunities, not waiting for them, and underscores the need for proactive effort to attract trade and growth. The piece emphasizes action and practical hustle.
Road trip notes and street improvements in Kerrville area
T A Duderstadt reports very bad road conditions beyond Bandera after recent rains while detailing a new gravel driveway to the ice plant and a cement crossing that eases driving and walking. Harper Merald praises Kerrville’s street improvements and the town’s progressive public spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. A. Duderstadt
Medina
Camp Verde
Turtle Creek
Hondo
Yancey
Bandera
Water Street
Finishing coat on Clay Street links Main and Water
The new layer on Clay Street between Main and Water Monday morning completes a key downtown link. It eases traffic along Main and Water, connects the two hotels on Main and Clay, the Used Car Exchange, Lee Mason & Son’s station and shop, and gives a direct outlet from Secor Hospital to the Junction Road.
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Clay Street
Main
Water
Main and
Clay
Water and
Lee Mason & Son
Nash
Chrysler
Secor Hospital
Junction Road
Alibi Interview Reveals Fish Story on Stream Side
Onlooker challenges Mose about fishing in a stream while Mose admits he is not fishing. He explains he is showing his wife he had no time to turn the wringer. Detroit Free Press notes the humorous exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capano Bay
Gulf of Mexico
Sallie
Mose
Detroit Free Press
Treating Them Gentle Fox Farm Visit in Alaska Sparks Fur Question
A woman in Alaska touring a fox farm asks how many times a fox can be skinned for fur. The guide replies gravely that three skins are possible before the fox’s temper is spoiled. The remark appears in The Continent.
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Alaska
Continent
Prairie dogs seal rattlesnake in hole as guardian tale unfolds
An account from the Sterling City News Record describes a prairie dog town where predators intrude and a rattlesnake is buried alive. The piece details the prairie dogs’ digging frenzy to seal the hole, their relentless défense, and the narrator’s range-side observations of the grim routine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prairies
Sterling City News Record
Camping gear sale at Burnett's Cash Store Kerrville
Burnett's Cash Store Kerrville offers cots chairs tents Dutch ovens tarps cot covers pads blankets clothing and shoes in a broad camping gear display. Local shoppers can find a range of outdoor supplies in one storefront.
Laughing at Me Question Sparks Classroom Tension
An irate professor demands are you laughing at me and the class answers in chorus no. The professor persists asking what else in the room is laughable, creating a tense moment during the session.
Theory on Husband’s Work Draws Witty Exchange
Mrs Bill asks why husband is called a theory and Mrs Jack replies because he seldom works in a playful quarrel point. The exchange highlights domestic humor in a social setting.
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Bill
Jack
Rabid Skunk Attacks Dog Near Edwards County Ranch
Friday night a vicious skunk attacked a tied dog at the W. W. Sherrill ranch west of town. The skunk was killed and its head sent to Austin for rabies testing. Austin confirmed rabies Wednesday, forcing Mr. Sherrill to kill the dog to prevent danger to children.
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Edwards County
W. W. Sherrill
Make It Pay Advertising Appeal Poised as Rousing Ad
A vintage verse urges readers to modernize advertising and stop wasting money on outdated methods. It mocks static dressings and call cards, urging a full page approach to keep a business alive and visible.
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Kerrville Country
Fisherman’s Paradise
San Saba
Road News
Harper Merald
Hill Country
Uncle Bill
Rock Drug Store
L. W. McCoy
Prof
Burnett's Cash Store
Kerrville, Texas
Fisherman
J. A. Jackson
Jeweler
Optometrist
Mad Skunk
Pampell’s
First State Bank
the Bank of Service
Main Street
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