Weary humans argue over progress and pride
A long-winded editorial critiques self criticism by generations, notes past innovations from electricity to aviation, and defends U S actions in Haiti and Nicaragua. It praises the CORE program for relief and local stimulus, contrasting harsh judgments with measured achievements and economic recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Parkes Carman
Cadman
Hubert Herring
Current Magazine
Montevideo
Argentina
Haiti
Nicaragua
Christmas Cheer and Texas Political Winds in 1943
This column urges Christmas kindness over costly gifts and notes an impending Texas governor race with tax reduction as a common platform. It highlights Llano County’s self-sufficiency potential and reflects on 1903 Wright brothers flight as proof of ingenuity, predicting future aviation progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Wright Brothers
Wea En Calawade PoPeny
Counties seek state aid for hard surface highway progress
Local officials from Gillespie Llano San Saba Mills and Comanche counties urged the State Highway Commission to fund full hard surface construction from Comanche to Fredericksburg about 135 miles. They want cooperation from San Antonio Fort Worth and Wichita Falls chambers to press for completion of the first class road linking San Antonio Dallas and Fort Worth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Couiitign
Disney Pate Higerak Oe
State Highway Commission
L. B. Patterson
Yoldthwaite
R. E. Gray
Llano
Frost Woodhull
San Antonio
Chamber of Commerce
Fort Worth
Wichita Falls
Highway Commission
Texas
Comanche
Fredericksburg
Dallas
Ganda
Gillespie
San Sata
Mills
School Plays Postponed Until After Holiday Season
Two high school home talent plays scheduled for Friday night are postponed due to illness among many players with measles. Exact date to be announced after the new year.
Dinner and Church Board Share Christmas Dinner Event
The Methodist Board of Stewards shifted from the law office to the church basement for a Christmas dinner hosted by church ladies. Attendees praised the social hour and called for such programs to continue as a church priority. Also, E L Handy and Florence Cain married at the Kuykendall home with Justice J B Mayes officiating. They will reside in Liang.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Job
Board of Stewards
Methodist Church
Wilburn Q Oatman
Severa
Wilburn Oatman
T. O. Rore
Dick Kuykendall
E. L. Handy
Florence Cain
Justice J. B. Mayes
Mrs. Handy
Liang
Mr. Handy
Gas Tax Refunded When Used in Pear Burners
A Comptroller letter to Judge Sylvan B. Simpson explains gas tax is paid at purchase, with a possible state refund for gas used in pear burners. Buyers must file an affidavit confirming用途 and obtain a seller receipt showing gasoline amount. Judge Simpson's office can forward blanks to the State department for refund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sylvan B. Simpson
Comptroller's Department
Judge Simpson
State Department
Grass short and feed prices spike cattle costs
The text describes pasture shortages and high feed prices making cattle upkeep uneconomical. It notes widespread use of gas for burning and urges residents to obtain receipts from gas stations, file affidavits with Judge Simpson for refunds, as gas burning may continue through winter.
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Judge Simpson
Llano Shines With Christmas Lights and Decorations
Llano glows in gala colors as Christmas spirit fills the town. Store windows, court house lawn, and awnings sparkle while shoppers stroll nightly, urging visitors to see Llano at its best in the days ahead.
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Llano
Liano
Court House
Llana
Old Town
Gonad
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Llano County
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M. E. Church
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