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Newspaper
Junction Eagle
Location
Junction, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1949
Page
8
A San Antonio Express editorial reviews R L Duffus book OUR STARVING LIBRARIES noting libraries beyond small towns face underfunding. It argues libraries rival schools as centers of public enlightenment and urges broader citizen support and higher per capita funding amid price shifts in crops and livestock markets.
Southwest farm products faced price declines over the past week as the U S Department of Agriculture reports movement in various commodities. The Agricultural Department notes market adjustments and distribution trends affecting producers and buyers in the region.
Buckner Orphans Home of Dallas broke ground in Burnet County on five buildings for a boys ranch as part of three new million dollar institutions. President Hal F Buckner announced 60 000 donated for a mess hall and a dormitory while plans call for a chapel shop and another dormitory costing about 90 000 with hope for funds. He noted 30 000 for the ranch dormitory comes from the late estate.
Miss Mary Thurmond of Amarillo details a Buckner Home project, a $39,000 grant for a 2000 acre Buckner Home Ranch School for teenage boys of all denominations to be trained in crafts on land the organization has acquired. The piece also notes a Royal Service meeting, devotional by Mrs Ammie Williams, and upcoming Mary Hill Davis offering with numerous local attendees.
Members of the Baptist W M U gathered Tuesday afternoon at 3 o clock in the home of Mrs. B. The meeting proceeded with routine reports and a discussion of upcoming activities and church matters.
Mr and Mrs H L Cravens and H L Jr of Brownwood were guests of the Louie Raglands last week and attended the races.
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