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Newspaper
Llano News
Location
Llano, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1940
Page
4
Practical guidance on fencing for pasture and cropland emphasizes cross fences for animal rotation, improved yields from grazing crop residues, and soil enrichment from manure. It covers fence types, post materials, wire quality, and maintenance to prevent waste, with advice on concrete and metal posts, woven wire, and careful bracing.
Louis Phillips recalls a prewar horse theft crossing county lines among Jeff Davis Reeves and Culberson and Reeves counties. He describes sleeping in Reeves county breakfasting in Jeff Davis and saddling in Walker’s land while chasing the thief.
Wilbur C. Treadwell, optometrist, will be in his piano office Saturday July 6 for eye examinations and glasses fitting. Headache and eyestrain relief noted. Secretary Wallace designates Childress, Mr Paso, and Abilene counties for operation of the FSCC stamp plan.
Texas state police report 25 percent of traffic victims are pedestrians. In five months of 1940 pedestrian deaths reached 165, up seven percent from the year before. Rural walkers die more often, 57 percent killed in darkness, nearly twice as many on Saturdays. Only 21 of the 165 were school age, 41 over 64. ten children under four were killed playing in streets. Pedestrian safety tips urged: use intersections, walk facing traffic on left, wear bright clothing and carry a flashlight, and stay alert near vehicles.
Dr Geo W Cox state health officer cites preparedness aims and the need for physical fitness in military and citizen health. He notes one third of draftees unfit in 1917 and urges immunization proper diet rest and elimination of harmful habits as essential duties for individuals and the nation.
Lubbock reports Elizabeth H. West of Texas Tech Library cataloged 602 Texas places with Spanish or Mexican origin. She lists 38 more as questionable Latin American. Counties, canyons, mountains, rivers and springs bear sacred Spanish names reflecting exploration days and broad Spanish influence across the United States.
A letter from Secretary Henry A. Wallace to Texas A and M Extension Director Dr. Williamson says no new federal agencies are needed to support agriculture in national defense. Farm programs will be adjusted as required, with existing county extensions and AAA networks handling the work.
The article urges adults to weigh doubts prudently and pursue healthful living. It emphasizes physical exams to spot defects and adherence to basics like food, rest, and exercise as essential for personal happiness and the nation’s welfare.
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