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Newspaper
Llano News
Location
Llano, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1934
Page
1
Abilene Reporter notes major cracks and cave ins threaten Texas highway 5 between Claude and Good night. Geologists called to assess causes, engineers warn of possible relocation if hazards persist, recalling a similar decade ago event.
nostalgic passage recalls the old practice of gathering at the depot to watch varnished train cars pass by. crowds formed around train time, sharing a simple communal rhythm as curious observers collected over years and generations.
Detroit announces Chevrolet production for 1934 will rise about 35 percent from last year across Magster Standard and truck lines. Coyle notes ten month analysis indicates strong economy impact with payrolls reaching 67.6 million dollars for direct Chevrolet labor.
Kerrville Mountain Sun argues the Republican Party shows signs of life but remains a "lively corpse" with disjointed efforts and no clear revival plan. It notes Senator Borah's stance against monopolies, possible coalition talks around Senator Vandenberg, and the futility of forcing a revival before events dictate the path forward.
The Harrodsburg Kentucky project revived a frontier past by recreating Fort Harrod and restoring related structures attracting tourists. Congress funded a 100000 monument to George Rogers Clark, boosting local pride and economic activity. The Baltimore Sun notes Annapolis could similarly capitalize historic assets.
The piece traces Christmas traditions from England Germany and Holland to American practice. It notes Santa Claus origins St Nick and the shift in customs through migration to the United States, describing trees mistletoe carols the Yule season and festive rites.
The Gulf Coast Water Company paid Brown County Water Improvement District No 1 $23,060 for water from Lake Brownwood used to irrigate Bay City rice fields, in addition to the original 14 000 acre feet purchased for $10,000 last June. The deal, including the damming of Brownwood dam floodgate, drew wide notice as a remarkable irrigation transaction.
The floodgates opened releasing 14 000 acre feet down the Colorado toward Wharton and Matagorda counties, reaching fields 12 days later. A July 3 gate jam caused over 60 000 acre feet to flood the river, with irrigation firms reclaiming water while Gulf Coast Company loan and payments were resolved. Repairs completed October 20 strengthen the dam, aiding rice crops and lake refilling.
Miastentopi humorist Sylvester Harris amused readers by recalling a call to President Roosevelt about a farming issue, revealing his playful national persona and a touch of politics in a lighthearted moment.
In Taft California the Oilfields Dispatch cautions young drivers on Sixth Street about deadly crashes from speeding. It urges planning funerals with caskets, insurance and burial options, noting the high risk of death from reckless driving and urging caution before speeding ends in tragedy.
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