Why Grow Old Not Years But State Of Mind
A moral essay argues old age is mental, not physical, citing signs like living in the past and loss of zest. It contrasts hardship with enduring spirit, recalling past crops and the evolution of technology, urging resilience and practical farming fixes rather than gloom. Local notes include reminiscence on 1856 1857 crops. Rags wanted at the Eagle office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guadelupe
Wm. Stratemann
New Braunfels
August Wesch
New Braunfels Zeitung
Landa
Senator La Follette Remembered As Fierce Yet Formidable Figure
The piece profiles Senator Robert La Follette, called Fighting Bob, detailing his rise from a boyhood entrant into politics to six terms in high office, his wars with national policy during World War I, and his enduring influence. It notes his loss of broad appeal due to radical views yet acknowledges his notable impact and oratorical power. It also includes a reprint of an analysis on how tax dollars were obtained and allocated in Texas, highlighting ad valorem, occupation taxes, and education funding among other figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Follette
Wisconsin
Washington
Bob
House of Representatives
United States Senate
Senator la Follette
Europe
America
Lusitania
Senate
National Congress
Texas Outlook
Opening Sale at New Main Street Location Saturday
The Model Shop invites Vera James and shoppers to the opening sale in our new Main Street location on Saturday June 27th with a hearty welcome to Mrs. Vera James and local customers.
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Main Street
Model Shop
Vera James
Political figure’s legacy fades with last achievements
A fragment reflects on a political leader whose career milestones, including a party he formed, risk disappearing with his passing. The tone hints at a slowing of reform momentum and the enduring question of what endures beyond a long career.
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EAGLE
Becker Hotel
Junction
Texas
State Bank
R. Becker
Travelers Lots
Les Texas
American College of Surgeons
Dallas
Kerrville
San Antonio
Luehrs
Kerrville Hospital
Heyman Drug Store Drink Headquarters
Junction, Texas
Rags
Rarooooos Order of the Eastern Star
Junction City
Masonic Hall
Ethel Mudge
W. M
Allie Mae Loeffler
Kimble County Abstract CO
Kimble County
N. R. Skaggs
E. Holekamp
Schreiner-Hodges Co. General Merchandise
Schreiner-Hodges Co
iState Teachers College
University of Texas
Land Sing
U. S
Highway
Jones
State Teachers College
A & M. College
Leee College of Industrial Arts
Texas Technological Col
Robt. M. Lafollette
Kerrville-San Antonio
J.G. Ayala
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!