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Newspaper
Llano News
Location
Llano, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1928
Page
12
A brief classified notice states about 240 good shearling goats are for sale. Interested buyers should contact W. D. Lord Jr. in Llano Texas via see, write or phone. The item is placed in a local ad amid notes about poor road conditions deterring Granite City visitors.
The article describes the Ford model with integrated electrical and ignition systems designed for reliability and low maintenance. It notes the generator, single high tension cable, waterproof distributor, and simple layout. It adds routine care like checking water in the storage battery, cleaning plugs and distributor points, and periodic lubrication at low cost.
Roy Anderson of Brownwood writes to Mr Collins to shift the February gathering of Memorial Craftsmen of America to June. He notes February weather may deter older members while younger ones remain unfazed and signs off with Christmas wishes.
J P Terrell of Temple Granite Works died at his Temple home on last Saturday and was interred there the next day. A long-time memorial business figure, he traveled often to Llano for work and pleasure, widely respected by dealers across the state for his prominence and leadership in the industry.
7T. Y. Hill, president of the Cassa day Granite Co, reports a letter from Geo M. McDaniel of Marshall, head of Memorial Craftsmen of Texas, supporting February for the annual gathering as last year but noting Memorial Craftsmen of America prefers a time that allows its educational program. Opinions differ on timing, with a likely agreement soon.
Llano granite business has slowed to a near standstill due to persistent rain. Quarry workers stay home as roads remain too muddy for heavy trucks, though orders remain on the books and will be filled once conditions improve.
A fragmented civic note blends a moral on giving with a financial item. It mentions Clinton Clairburne receiving a net profit of $62.03 from a crop of potatoes planted on sandy soil, with production costs $55.95. The text mixes a parable about reciprocity with a brief agricultural ledger entry.
The Beaumont-Yount-Lee Oil Co brought in its McPaddin No 44 at Spludily Top with initial production of 134 barrels oil daily. Texas projects expect $2,350,009 revenue from sheep and $2,900,090 from goats this year. Fort Worth-Prospect plans to open an oil field in northern Washington county. Texas Empire Pipeline Co formed to build a 60 mile pipeline from Midcontinent fields to Chicago. Flaso-Southern Pacific Railroad Co aims to operate buses between here and Los Angeles. Suvinul-Ratliff Variety Store to open in Peters building. Leakey-Prospect plans a $25,000 new bore. Harrig Springs-Neo fire sale purchased for use in big city.
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