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Newspaper
Llano News
Location
Llano, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1935
Page
3
The piece argues relief should shrink as the economy recovers and stresses WPA is a temporary relief measure. It warns against making relief too attractive, notes some prefer private work, and urges firm stance against union demands to scale skilled labor. The goal is a gradual shift to independence without fostering ongoing dependence.
L Conkey, vice president of Fiegels Construction, recently returning to Llano county after supervising the old Hamilton Dam project, is praised as a genius with a broad mind and humble, respectful demeanor. He is expected to execute a ten million dollar public project in the Southwest amid local enthusiasm.
The piece argues that relief workers funded by taxpayers for over two years are now striking due to a lower wage scale. It questions ingratitude toward those who relied on county state and national treasury support and defends the right to quit if conditions are not acceptable.
Hog markets rise above eleven cents and Llano County is flagged as a top swine region in the great southwest. Farmers and ranchers are expected to gain extra dollars as the swine crop plays a key role, with business anticipated to hum this fall.
Aged by fifteen years the famed soprano Amelita Galli-Curci has endured a goiter that halved air flow through her windpipe. She now trains to overcome a handicap she once believed she would never escape. The piece notes many public figures bear unseen ailments and urges Llano shoppers to prepare for fall and winter merchandise.
Dust in the town signals the return of students as schools reopen after nearly four months. With openings, families move here for their children to enroll in the best public school system in the region, a key asset that promises continued town improvement.
Washington dispatches report Huey P. Long stating he will seek the presidential nomination next year and, if rejected by the Democrats, form a third party. The piece notes that Long will face a broader United States beyond Louisiana as the fight unfolds.
With several PWA projects under way a fine Llano river bridge and a ten million dollar dam resume work on the border line of the county prospects look brighter for residents. The cold coin will be distributed so that every man who is worthy of his hire benefits.
The Texas Senator urges friends to back the prohibition ticket in the upcoming state election. He is described as a steady figure in national politics and seeks voter respect for those who oppose his view. In 1936 Texas voters are expected to reelect him to the Senate.
A prominent Llano ranchman notes record grass abundance for August, praising Texas grazing lands and Hill Country conditions. He predicts prosperity as cowmen expect a strong year with ample pastures and forage across the county.
A grainy phrase hints that a pecan shortage may be avoided this fall and that new fortunes lie ahead for the community, with the nut long cited as a key to local prosperity and flavor.
The notice notes extreme heat in recent days with optimistic expectation of cooler air soon. It frames August as a prelude to autumn comfort and mentions seeking cooler places as the season changes.
Series of summaries prepared by Secretary of State Gerald C. Mann outlining seven proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution to be voted on Saturday August 24. Article notes that no merit discussion is provided and focuses on briefing voters on the amendments.
A constitutional change would abolish the fee system for paying precinct county and district officials in counties with 20000 or more people. Salaries would be set by the legislature, while smaller counties could adopt salaries via commissioners court. Fees would continue but go to the county.
The piece traces ancient beliefs about birth marks or naevi and notes there is no scientific link to maternal impressions. It describes clinical facts about moles, mentions a large facial naevus case, and outlines treatment options from tying off small lesions to seeking a specialist, plus cosmetic tips for winter skin tone.
The article traces the shift from Latin to English Bible translations led by John Wiclif and William Tyndale, noting their struggles against opposition, the spread of print, and the eventual push for a reliable English Bible under King James I of England and Scotland. It highlights key figures, dates, and the impact on common readers.
A garbled fashion note cites rich velveta colors and Italian Renaissance influence foretelling fall hat trends. The text mentions deep colors and Turbana and berets, with awkward recipe-like phrasing about cheese and beer.
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