The Spirit of American Invention and Research
A discussion contrasts lone attic inventors with modern research teams funded by big budgets. It argues that venture capital and extensive funding drive innovation, citing firms spending millions on research and DuPont’s nylon development. The piece links the freedom to pursue better methods with high wages and living standards in America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grandpa
America
Joe Doe
Local 382
Joe
Spirit of America
DuPont Company
Summer Guests and Family Visits Round Kerrville Ranch
Mr. and Mrs. A V Andrews host Rosa Ellen Markwood niece of Mr Andrews. Mrs D B Jackson of Corpus Christi settles for summer on Kerrville road ranch with house guest Mrs DeWitte Neal of Harlingen. D E Jackson of Corpus Christi and wife entertained about 40 friends from Corpus Christi at a barbecue. Grandsons Terry Dean and Chuck Worrell visit with Mr and Mrs C W Worrell of Austin. Mrs Alex J Hamer returned from San Antonio where she stayed with son Phil Bates Jr and family at Lake McQueeny for summer activities. Co guests from Harlingen and San Antonio joined in weekend visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. BE. Jackson
Corpus Christi
Kerrville Road
DeWitte Neal
Harlingen
D. E. Jackson
Jackson Ranch
Mrs. Jackson
Kerr- Wise
Terry Dean
Chuck
C. W. Worrell
Austin
Alex J. Hamer
San Antonio
Phil Bates, Jr
Lake McQueeny
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George Vierling
Kathryn
Dallas
Marvin E. Blackburn, Jr
Roy Beth
Ladonia
Butane
Borden Company
Junction, Texas
Paramount
West Texas Utilities Company
George S. Benson
Harding College
Searcy
Arkansas
Finch’s Grocery
London, Texas
Ovie Buster
Buster
Loyd Williamson
DR. Punkins
Dickie
Stevens
Gunnin
Hodkins
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