Gene Elo obituary and local society notes from Abilene
Gene Elo Advertising manager of West Texas Utilities Co and editor of Electric Times dies at 39 of a heart attack. Elo joined the company in 1936 after editing Amarillo News Globe and working for Santa Fe in Canyon. Also notes visiting relatives from Port Arthur and recent fishing trip reports from Camp Allison with Harold Schwiening and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abilene
Gene Elo
The
West Texas Utilities Co
Electric Times
Utilities Company
Elo
Amarillo News-Globe
Canyon
Santa Fe Railway
Local Families Readjust After Travel and Overseas News
Mrs W N Hardeman Mrs W C McMurrey and daughter visited relatives in Austin El Campo and Galveston while Mrs McMurrey Fae Jensen plans a stay with a sister in El Campo. Osborn Fox stationed in North Africa sent handmade gifts to C W Fox.
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W. N. Hardeman
W. C. McMurrey
Austin
el Campo
Galveston
McMurrey
Fae Jensen
C. W. Fox
Junction
Corporal Osborn Fox
North Africa
Wartime ration changes at a glance
Sugar coupons 13 in Book 1 valid five pounds from June 1 to August 15. Coupons 15 and 16 valid five pounds through Oct 31 1943. Coffee stamps no longer required. Blue stamps R S T valid Aug 1 to Sept 20. Meats Book 2 holders get 16 points weekly. Red stamp dates listed for T U V W. Shoes Stamp 18 Book I valid through Oct 31. Gasoline A Book Coupons 7 valid 4 gallons July 22 to Sept 21. Tire inspections: B by Oct 31, A by Sept 30 1943, C by Aug 31.
Paraguay Land of Rivers and Resource Riches
Paraguay sits inland yet bound by the Paraguay River for navigation across 1800 miles. Guarani remains a thriving language alongside Spanish in society and chambers, while quebracho wood and yerba mate define its exports and daily life. Prominent Mennonite colonies aid stockraising and farming as Paraguay seeks foodstuffs and industrial imports.
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Paraguay
America
South America
Bolivia
Argentina
Asuncion
Brazil
Canada
Tangles over postwar mohair, protein feed and subsidy plans
Congress congressman Marvin Skaggs warns against a postwar subsidy program to cut grocery costs, arguing it only helps processors and consumers while burdening producers and raising national debt. He notes potential protein feed rationing by Food Distribution Administration and urges continued opposition. He plans mohair research to boost consumer awareness of fiber quality.
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Department of Agriculture
Fisher
Marvin Jones
Jones
Congress
Library Membership Drive Under Way
Library officers thank contributors and volunteers for the membership drive. Those not yet contacted are asked to leave funds with Miss Mary Willis at the library in the afternoons.
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Mary Willis
Boy Scout Camporee Highlights Water Carnival Schedule
The public is invited to the water carnival this afternoon featuring events such as 50 yard swim strokes, boat race, dive, and relay. Brady visitors Mr. and Mrs. Luther Jones and their son stayed over the weekend. Mr. Jones works in Brady on defense projects since last November.
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Luther Jones
Brady
Jones
Attend U.S. Co Benefit Dance at Fair Grounds Pavilion
A benefit dance hosted by U S Co is scheduled for Friday evening at the Fair Grounds Pavilion on August 13. Local residents are invited to support the event with proceeds aiding community programs and services.
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U.s.co
Fair Grounds Pavilion
Also Mentioned on This Page
B. W. Warren
Houston
Pearl Morris
Port Arthur
T. H. Shepherd
Mary Ellen Shepherd
Vic Urban
Harold Schwiening
Camp Allison
Harold
Freda Skaggs
Jack
Don
San Antonio
Skaggs
Roy Skaggs
Anawall
Better Homes Gardens
Photoplay
Mo Mirror
Pathfinder
Science & Dis
Woman Flower Growe
Sports Afield
Felix Sanders
Weed
New Mexico
London
Algia Chandler
Guy Cummins
Chandler
Kimble County
H. G. Meredith
Mrs. Meredith
Mamie Chandler
Artesia
Roy Smith
Flying H Ranch
Cloud Croft
J. E. Wiedeman
Menard, Texas
Harrison
Texans
Urtus
Angora
Kimble
C. A. Schraub CO
Marvin Skaggs
BOY Scout
Elisa
Bargain Late
Eactese
Collier's Weekly
Rf.d
Junction National Bank
C. T. Holekamp
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