Shipments of Hereford Yearlings From J R Ellis Ranch
A 300 head shipment of Hereford yearlings went by train from J R Ellis ranch to Plainville Kansas. Steers averaged 560 pounds and heifers about 517 pounds. Ellis earns around $11 per head with steers at 8 cents and heifers at 7 cents per pound. They were sold through O K Harkey of San Angelo.
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J. R
Bob) Ellis
Plainville
Kansas
Mr. Ellis
Ellis
O. K. Harkey
San Angelo
Pet deer returns to captivity after needed aid
In Gillespie county a pet deer kept by Chester Bonn and his family wandered away in February 1938 and later returned seeking medical help after a neck injury from a too-small bell strap. After treatment the deer chose to stay near the Bonn home for now, while a nearby radio post notes the animal's calm behavior. Also advises cows benefit from salt and calcium lick in pasture.
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Gillespie County
Chester Bonn
Chester, Jr
Melvin
Mr. Bonn
Unrest at Gibraltar with Mobilizing Defenses
Press dispatches report Italian and Spanish activity on the Spanish mainland behind the Rock of Gibraltar sparking British fears of a rear attack if war breaks out. Britain and France concentrate sea power against Italy and Germany, signaling possible naval combat near Gibraltar and in the Mediterranean.
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Spain
Rock of
Gibraltar
Britain
France
Italy
Germany
Mediterranean
Atlantic
Guard
Our State Department and Its Notable Secretaries
The State Department guides foreign relations under the President. Notable past secretaries include Jefferson, Monroe, John Quincy Adams, Van Buren, Buchanan who became presidents, and Jay, Marshall, Hughes who led the Supreme Court. Other prominent figures include Henry Clay, Daniel Webster, Calhoun, Blaine, Sherman, Hay, Root, and Bryan.
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Jeffersonson
Monroe
John Quincy Adams
van Buren
Buchanan
Jay
Marshall
Hughes
Supreme Court
Henry Clay
Daniel Webster
John C. Calhoun
James G. Blaine
John Sherman
John Hay
Elihu Root
William Jennings Bryan
Unsuccessful Candidates for President Highlight Hull Role
Cordell Hull, the present secretary, is noted as one of the nation's outstanding political figures. The State Department bears heavy burdens due to Italy's conquest of Ethiopia, Japan's moves in Asia, and German aggressions in Europe, the article states.
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Cordell Hull
State Department
Italy
Ethiopia
Japan
Asia
Germany
Europe
Tuberculosis No Longer Tops List of Killers
Health officials in Texas and nationwide note tuberculosis dropped from first to seventh in 1938 yet still claims more lives among ages fifteen to forty five than any other disease. Early detection and strict living practices can curb spread and save thousands, with emphasis on family contact tracing and routine examinations.
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Austin
Texas
Geo. W. Cox
Nebraska Woman Sues Over Party Hug Damages
A Nebraska woman sues a man for 10200 damages claiming his tight hug at a party broke several ribs and caused injuries.
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Nebraska
Also Mentioned on This Page
Fairbanks Morse
Kimble Wool and Mohair Co., Inc
San Saba
Fort Stockton
Charles Barnes
Crockett
Texas Mohair Weekly
Texas State Highway Department
Harper Highway
Ernest Lloyd
St. Worth
Fredericksburg
Harper
Kimble County
Kerrville Highway
Harper Herald
Pflugers
Lee Pfluger
Ed Weston
Valentine
Eden Echo
John Mitchell
Ozona
Ozona Stockman
East Side
Ringling Brothers Circus
New York
Africa
West Texas Livestock Motor Lines
R. A. Fleming
Junction
Thrift
The
Menard National Bank
Member
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Department of State
Secretary of State
Atlantic Monthly
the Atlantic
America
the Atlantic Monthly
Arlington
Street
Boston
King George VI
Queen Elizabeth
Stony Castle
Aldershot
England
Tring Bor
Mae
General Motors
the Highland Chevrolet Company
Junction, Texas
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