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Newspaper
Junction Eagle
Location
Junction, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1942
Page
1
October rains in 1942 for the Hill Country averaged 2.40 inches over 13 years, with the maximum 7.36 inches in 1930 and minimum 0.14 inch in 1932. The month's rainfall was fairly evenly distributed, meeting growing needs in most years.
In the Eagle last week selectees were named for Army service. Pvt. Arvil Stapp and Pvt. Walter Glasco reported for active duty at Ft. Sam Houston after examinations. Acting Corporal Ray A. Stewart leads nine reservists departing Nov 14 at 4 49 PM. A second group of eight leaves Nov 17 at 4 49 PM under Chas. D. Montgomery.
With most shops closed and no public demonstrations, Armistice Day went by quietly. Some residents visited relatives in nearby towns or watched football games while a light morning rain kept others indoors. Mrs. Joe Parker of San Angelo is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Howell Wright.
Roy McKay powered the Texas Longhorns to a 20 to 0 win over Baylor in Austin. McKay scored a first touchdown on Baylor’s line and carried a Bears player across for another score as Texas rolled up 256 rushing yards while Baylor managed 21. Ken Matthews and Jackie Field keyed the attack as 25,000 fans watched the Bears fall to the two team system.
A large crowd of Latin Americans gathered at the W. O. W. Hall to hear L. Soto y Gama speak on Good Will and National Defense. Gama urged full participation in all war efforts and noted Mexico as a key ally and early severer of ties with Axis-aligned nations.
Denny O. Sullivan RA supervisor of the local Farm Security Administration left last Wednesday for Mexico City. He spent three weeks there in October and will remain there to arrange transport of Mexican laborers to the United States. Miss Mildred R. Ferguson is in charge during his absence.
Producers in Kimble County will elect AAA committeemen on Friday November 13 with Precinct 3 voting at London at 10 60 AM and Precincts 1 2 and 4 at Junction at 2 00 PM. New wartime production goals and 1943 program pay rates will be discussed.
Junction Livestock Auction rang Tuesday afternoon saw 433 head through the ring reaching total sales of 3100.18. Omer Wright, manager, calls it among the year’s best with strong demand across classes.
The Cactus Study Club hosted a Friday dance at Junction High School gym raising 127 dollars for the U S C fund from total proceeds of 197 90 with expenses of 70 90. Harvest Queen Ann Allen and attendant Jane Tatum were crowned as Harrison's Texans provided music.
The Bear and Copperas Creek Game Association held its annual meeting at J. S. Farmer ranch on Sunday afternoon November 8. J. S. Farmer was named secretary replacing R. E. Homann. Speakers stressed association value and damming water for fish and waterfowl. Gordon Stewart offered restocking help from the Texas Game Fish and Oyster Commission. Contests in rifle shooting archery and casting entertained attendees. Hardy Farmer defeated James Parker in the Old Man's Contest at 100 yards. Norman K. Farmer led rifle score. About fifty members and guests enjoyed barbecue dinner. Next meeting date to be announced.
R E Homann volunteers for the U S Army and goes in as a lieutenant after a long span as Kimble County agricultural leader. Born in New Braunfels in 1905 he grew up in Texas, joined 4 H, studied animal husbandry at A and M, taught Vocational Agriculture, and served in Kerr Kendall and Bandera counties before entering active service.
Dr. Harold G. Cooke district superintendent of the Methodist Church will preach at Junction Methodist Church next Sunday at 11 o clock in the morning in the pastor's absence. He will also conduct the First Quarterly Conference during this visit. All members are urged to attend and the public is invited. No services are planned at this church Sunday night.
Directors of the Texas Angora Goat Raisers Association met in Uvalde for their first quarterly session of the year and voiced confidence mohair markets will improve after the war. President Marvin Skaggs presided as 13 of 27 directors attended. 9 million pounds remain unsold in Texas.
Team captain Coleman and Baker meet on the gridiron at 3 P M Friday November 13 to decide second and third place in intramural play. A win by Coleman's side and a Stapp win over Dutton could force a championship tie. Dutton remains undefeated and recently upset Coleman's team. Admission is 10 cents. This marks the next to last game of the season.
Mr and Mrs Ray Stewart visited relatives in Miles during the weekend, sharing time with family and catching up on affairs in the town.
A telegram from Mark Mc Gee announces postponement of car registration for gasoline rationing from November 12 13 and 14 to November 19 20 and 21. Rationing start date delayed with date to be announced. All surplus passenger tires must be turned in by November 22. Watch the Eagle weekly for updates.
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