Three Convictions Reported At Special District Court Session
District court concluded a three day session with Arch ie Capps and T B Wooten each convicted on burglary and theft charges. Capps received three years and two years respectively with time waived. Wooten received three years for burglary and two years for theft with sentences to run concurrently.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archie Capps
T. B.wooten
T’. B. Wooten
Capps
Wooten
Jive Welsh
Jesse Welsh
Tierschel ‘Thorpe
B. Wooten
Missionary Entertainment Enjoyable Affair at Moss Home
The lawn program at the J. R. Moss home Tuesday evening, organized by the Ladies Missionary Society of the Methodist Church and led by Mrs. Frank Teich, provided an enjoyable event that netted about $30. The young ladies performed a carefully arranged program. refreshments were served, and attendees praised the pleasant setting, though space prevented publishing the full program and list of characters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Moss
Frank Teich
Ladies Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
Lock of Space
North Llano Auto Co Under New Management
In August the North Llano Auto Company was taken over by Messrs. Ricks and Underwood who will run the business going forward. They are experienced in the field and invite the public to share their patronage. They will be available at the shop to serve customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Llano Auto Company
Messrs. Ricks and Underwood
Miblic
New Baptist Pastor Arrives in Llano
Rev. W. R. Earp from Brownwood arrived yesterday as the new pastor for the local Baptist Church. He was warmly welcomed at a church gathering last night with refreshments and a pleasant reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Earp
Brownwood
Llano
Death Notice for Kilmer Les Crockett
Kilmer Les Crockett died January 28 1919 in Epaal France from acute appendicitis while serving with the air service division machine detachment. He was 23, the only child of Mr. and Mrs. D L Crockett of Liane. His funeral at the Christian church was led by Elder Joe B White and he is laid to rest in his native land.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kilmer Les Crockett
Liane
France
Epaal
Elmer
Machine
Air Service Division
D. L. Crockett
Liano
Christian Church
Joe B. White
America
United States
Elmer Crockett
County Court Awards Bridge Lumber Contract to McMurray Co
The Llano County Courty Commissioners in a special session awarded the lumber contract for reflooring the Llano bridge to McMurr Lumber Company. The bid, the lowest, totaled 3539.40 dollars for all required lumber. The new stringers will be 4x14 inches, thicker than the current 3x14 inch members. The court also set next Monday for tax rate discussions and bids on a low water bridge near Kingsland. The August term remains a key annual meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havass
Llano
McMurr, Lumber Company
Kingsland
Publisher's Notice on Delayed Weekly News Printing
The newspaper apologizes for a late issue due to a malfunctioning typesetting machine and parts shipment delays. Readers are asked to excuse the situation while promising the next issue will conclude the ongoing serial.
Marriage at Llano Methodist Church Unites Neblett and Hargon
Rev. S. A. Neblett and Myrtle Hargon wed at the Llano Methodist Church in a formal ceremony attended by family and friends. After the service they traveled to Havana, Cuba, where they will reside. the bride is daughter of S. Hargon and the groom hails from Chattanooga Tennessee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Llano
Methodist Church
A. Neblett
Hiss Myrtle Haron
Marrage
Nu-gent Hargon
James Laning
Misa Lilla Pat Hargon
Hazel Harson
M. G. Dument
Chattanooga
Tennessee
Guba
Navan
Threatening Anonymous Letters Target Local Officials
Four local officials including Sheriff Allen Johnson and Deputies Smith, Stoudenmier, Watkins, and Wallace received anonymous letters via the post on Tuesday. The notes contained threats and profane language, signed by multiple writers, prompting a probable federal investigation by postal authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen Johnson
Smith
Stoudenmier
Geo. M. Watkins
Rank Wallace
Watkins
Chas. M. Wallace
Austin
United State
Prigan F
Water Rate Dispute Heads to Court August Ninth
The Milling Company seeks to raise water rates after notifying customers July 19. The City Council plans to seek an injunction to block new charges, while urging consumers not to pay bills before August 10. The clash centers on metering, alleged unaccounted water, and profits under the law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. I. Mclean
Aso
Enid
Wvocerr
Moss
Moxa
Milling Company
Will Study Industrial Chemistry In California
V N Jenkins has gone to the University of California to pursue a Ph D in industrial chemistry after visiting his parents Prat and Mr W Jenkins this summer. The text notes the war underscored industrial chemistry and credits chemical experts with aiding victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
V. N. Jenkins
Prat
Mrs Wyckoff Heads to Market for Fall Stock
Mrs James Wyckoff left Sunday for the market to purchase goods for the Popular store. The firm is noted for a splendid stock of ladies ready to wear and military garments and Mrs Wyckoff plans an extra large fall purchase for the trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Wyckoff
Mra
Granite shipments surge from here amid low spirits
Despite dim mood, substantial granite shipments depart this point as Agent Mish Beck notes a continual rise in freight. The report highlights increased activity and ongoing production in the region.
Many cattle shipped from Llano in past week
Cattle shipments from Llano rose since the last issue with numerous one car consignments listed to Warner, Roberts, Hartley, Suter, Hardin and others. Two cars were sent to Austin, one by Smith and Maddox and one by Any Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhultis
Vander Stucken
J. Moun
Moas and Dees
Wilter Lehrer
Foster and Newsom
H. W. Williams
J A. Waring
Austin
Smith and Maddox
Special Session of Court Draws Large Local Attendance
Many people from across the county attended a recent special court session. Jurors witnesses and spectators filled the courtroom during ongoing cases reflecting active public interest in the proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dlline
Castell County Club encampment praised amid heat
County Agent A J Cotton notes Llano County club boys and girls encampment faced very hot weather which limited program completion. Speakers like Mr Wm Lang of Castell urged club work to raise communities. Appreciation given to Castell residents for a fine supper and support. The girls thank Miss Esther Dalhan and Mrs Sullivan for aiding a pleasant, profitable event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Llano County
Wm. Lang
Castall
M. M. Moss
Counmbly
Esther Dalhan
General Rain Wished for County Amid Drought Strain
Farmers and stockmen from all sections visit Liano state that a good general rain is badly needed across the county. Cotton suffers and range area stock water is scarce. Some say moss and pecan crops are affected by the hot weather, yet overall condition is better than the average year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liano
July Weather Report Indicates Very Little Rain
The July weather summary by BE. W. Tas rence shows sparse rainfall with a mean maximum near 97.84 and a mean minimum around 72.55. Total rainfall is 2.07 inches, the greatest 24 hour fall 2.04 inches, with 22 clear days and several hazy or cloudy days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BE. W. Tas
Rence
San Marcos Drug Firm Changes Hands In Week
Geo M Watkins buys a third interest in Williams Drug Company of San Marcos from J G McGinnis. Ownership now rests with Dr Lee, Geo M and J Watkins. Watkins will not manage daily operations due to Llano interests. Dy Ba and L U Watkins to run the business. The purchase stemmed from belief in a strong, solid local firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wille
San Marcos
Geo. M. Watkins
Williams Drug Company
J. G. McGinnis
Geo. M
San Marcoa
Guo
Watkins
Llano
Dy, Baa
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T. B. Wooten
North Llano Auto CO
Elmer Lee Crockett
McMurry CO
Neblett
Hargon
ATS Settlement
Mishbeck
Cotton
Castell
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