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Newspaper
Llano News
Location
Llano, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1920
Page
2
A late 19th or early 20th century Llano column by M. C. Wilkes laments perceived moral drift, notes rising automobile presence, and contrasts past and present leisure costs from local life. It remarks on politics, merchants, fires, and daily commerce with a satirical tone about public taste and economic change.
In Idaho County reports teachers quit due to excessive demands and low pay. Districts face janitor shortages and the risk of broken, smoky groves and disrupted firewood tasks. The piece highlights widespread difficulties affecting rural educators and asks if similar complaints occur elsewhere.
An early report urges the public to back farmers facing labor credit difficulties. A Feder official recently stated the nation should back the farmer to aid the economy and avoid credit strain.
The text argues rising costs for farmers including labor will reduce food production, predicting a one third fall in world wheat crops. It suggests increasing use of machinery to replace human labor as prices climb.
Fragmentary remarks discuss school closures and their impact on children in Texas. The excerpt argues that closing schools leads to children running wild and growing up idle, criticizing the idea of saving money by scrimping on education while advocating for maintained standards.
The article argues salesmanship drives success by confidence and enthusiasm. It states enthusiastic stores attract customers, maximize stock visibility, and create trust leading to bigger sales while noting value and service are essential alongside zeal.
A public appeal urges strict action against degenerate crime and commercialized evil that prey on vulnerable individuals. The text voices fear of pervasive disorder and demands decisive repression of these harmful practices to protect citizens.
Llano real estate owners face rising costs for exterior painting and maintenance issues. Delayed estimates lead to neglected façades and accelerated decay from weather exposure, threatening long term value.
The United States Commissioner at Education urges a meeting May 15 to address a nationwide teacher shortage and school cuts. State governors and chief school officers are invited to attend to form a plan ensuring children receive education despite low pay and competition from other jobs.
An old farm article argues that a farmer's time gains value with increased production and labor savings. It highlights electric farm plants as a modern efficiency boost, reducing hours and lowering costs. Electricity brings city conveniences to the farm, enhancing productivity and benefiting families and workers.
A community notice promotes building a tennis court near the courthouse as a wholesome pastime for young people and families. It argues sport over roaming, urges parental support, and hints at broader local events and advertisements for galv anized iron roofing and furniture supplies.
Justus Paint Store announces a large shipment of new wallpaper. Customers are invited to visit and see the selection in stock.
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