Band of Junction professionals flee to Llano river retreat
Among Junctions Bankers, Druggists, Merchants and others have settled by the South Llano river to enjoy nature and wildflowers planted by Annie. Names include K. G. Durst, Robert I. Jarvis, Jas A. Miller, Earl D. Tracy, A. W. Browning, George C. Braley, Chas. Dower, Earlin Newby, Price Hoggett, Layfette R. Hodges, Urr D. Kindrick, Clifford Hamer, John D. Phillips, and Jack the cook. Invitations to feast the beans are anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Junction
Llano
Annie
K. G. Durst
Robert I. Jarvis
Jas A. Miller
Earl D. Tracy
A. W. Browning
George C. Braley
Chas. Dower
Earlin Newby
Price Hoggett
Layfette R. Hodges
Urr
D. Kindrick
Clifford Hamer
John D. Phillips
Jack
Baptist Church Notes and Upcoming Services
Sunday School attendance remained strong despite bad weather. The Southern Baptist Convention adjourned in Washington with 8400 messengers enrolled. Several members were ill or in hospital but improving. Segovia attendance was good last Sunday. Preaching at Evergreen next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Baptist Convention
Washington
Segovia
Evergreen
Stop Panic Talk in the United States Says European Recovery View
L. K. Liggett of United Drug Company returns from Europe aboard the Baltic and urges Americans to resume work. He argues Europe is recovering, Belgium and France advancing, England aiding business, and warns against panicking over gold reserves and credits. Geo. J. Whealan shares the cautious outlook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Germany
England
America
Geo. J. Whealan
United Staes
Liberty Bonds offer safety and steady returns for wartime investors
The article explains Liberty Bond and Victory Note promises, interest dates, and maturity. It warns against selling bonds in a flooded market and urges holders to keep bonds until full repayment, noting they are safe investments like Uncle Sam’s commitment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Uncle Sam
Commencement Plans At Junction High 1919 1920
Junction High prepares for its 1919 1920 term close with improvements and a hoped for larger enrollment Teachers will be the best money can hire and students will take pride in town and health. Baccalaureate at 11 am May 23 at the Methodist church union service Rev Richard Mercer of Fort McKavitt to preach. Commencement program follows at Hawkins Riley Opera House with students Lessie Reid Winnie Reid Flora Becker Maudie Fisher Bess Laddie Maggie Knox and others featured through songs and lectures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Junction High School
Matchless Junction
Methodist
Rchard Mercer
Fort McKavitt
Hawkins- Riley Opera House
Open Letter from Junction Woman Defends Private Dance
A Junction Eagle letter from a local hostess rebuts a prior article by S. X. Swimme accusing a private dance at her home of misrepresentation. She asserts guests were invited without her knowledge, that dancing occurred with consent, and calls for fairness and respect for the hostess.
Texas Fires Claim 25 Lives in April
In April fires across Texas killed 25 people and injured 26, per the State Fire Insurance Commission. Gas and kerosene caused eleven deaths and ten injuries, raising totals since September 1919 to 134 dead and 249 injured. The town notes no "House for Rent" signs, signaling growth and a need for more rental homes.
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Austin
Texas
State Fire Insurance Commission
Japan's East Doctrine Urges Hands Off In Asia
Washington May 18 Japan issues a proclamation via General Oi in Vladivostok asserting Siberian troops act in self defense. It says Japan will evacuate Siberia but keep troops to protect nationals, seeks a neutral zone at Chita, and may recognize Russia if Bolsheviks accept terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Japan
State Department
Vladivostok
Siberia
Great Britain
League of Nations
Russia
Korea
Chita
Cattlemen to Receive Refund From R Y and S
A list of Texas and Oklahoma ranchers will get refunds from several railroads in Texas totaling from 50 to 5000 dollars following a Supreme Court ruling. The long-standing case, Cattle Raisers Association of Texas vs Missouri Kansas and Texas Rail Road Co et al, began in 1904 with protests over cattle on hoof rates and reparations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Oklahoma
Supreme Court of the United States
Washington
Supreme Court
Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe
Chicago & Eastern Illinois
Chicago & Alton
Missouri Pacific
St. Louis
Iron Mountain & Southern
San Francisco
Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific
Illinois Central
Missouri, Kansas & Texas Railroad Companies
If a man starts to pay his debts
A admonition that paying debts sets a chain of payments in motion. It suggests any debtor may be the person who breaks the line by beginning to settle what is owed, urging readers to pay anyone they owe.
Skaggs Couple Travel to Rock Springs for Benefit
Dr and Mrs L L Skaggs left early this week for Rock Springs to attend a dental benefit. The trip supports local citizens and dental care efforts during their stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. L. Skaggs
Rock Springs
Wage Rise Needed to Avert Nationwide Railroad Strike
Chicago May 17. A formal statement from major railroad brotherhood chiefs warns a nationwide disruption in rail service without a wage increase for workers. They urge the Federal railway board to set salaries at 1700 to 2500 a year, signaling a potential strike as thousands quit for better pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Federal Railway Board
Railway Board
United States
Pecan Growers Association Session in Brownwood
The Pecan Growers Association in Brownwood this week represents the county by two of its best citizens, Messrs. Y. P. Oliver and N. H. Skag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pecan Growers Association
Brownwood
Messrs. Y. P. Oliver
N. H. Skag
James Callan Acquitted By Jury
Llano May 18 The jury acquitted James Callan on a murder charge in the killing of Victor Billings in Menard County on Nov 12 1919. The trial heard that Billings was unarmed and Callan claimed self defense after Billings shifted reins and moved toward him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Llona
James Callan
Victor Billings
Menard County
Llano County
Billings
Callan
Dayton Moses
Russell Callan
Missionary Program Highlights Hero Servant in Egypt
The program led by Amy Blackburn features prayer minutes and roll call with scriptures from Genesis detailing Joseph and notable figures. Hero story by Mrs. B. L Smith includes Bible Drill and benediction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph
Egypt
Amy Blackburn
Benellen
Clara
Jamie
Marjorie
Natalee
Paralee
B. L Smith
Candidate Denies Unapproved Campaign Announcement
A candidate from Precinct 2 objects to an announcement about a run for the commissioner seat published without his consent. He asserts the material misrepresents his candidacy and actions.
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Traumerer
Lessie
Winnie Reid
John S
Flora Becker
Muriel Holland
Irma Phillips
Jack Madox
Maudie Fisher
Bess Laddie
Maggie Knox
Ben Dechert
Chester Ec
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