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Newspaper
Llano News
Location
Llano, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1934
Page
3
The article argues Americans return to village and rural life after urban drift post World War II. Cites 1930 census figures, praise for village living from New York State College of Agriculture, and economist Dr. Oliver E. Baker. Emphasizes subsistence farms, cheaper living, and security as drivers of this movement.
The article urges local business unity to counter big mail order houses and promotes regional highway programs. It notes federal funding for the Milton Dun project, jobs for Llano and Burnet counties, and expected growth if the Hamilton Dam issue is resolved, with emphasis on supporting road construction and local commerce.
The first half of 1934 passed with modest difficulties but optimism remains as harvest season nears. The author suggests conditions could have deteriorated by year’s end, noting relief may come with the harvest and eventual stabilization.
A humorous argument from a community exchange suggests it is not rude to sleep in church if the purpose is to critique the sermon or observe neighbors. In contrast, residents in "God's Country" claim they do not approve of criticism and reserve sleep for nighttime rest.
The Attorney General’s department bans trotline fishing on the Liana river signalling a move to curb market fish and reduce consumption risks. The piece notes Texas politics winding down with weeks left and election fatigue among voters and candidates.
Liang county in Texas designated as secondary growth area to receive about eighty seven hundred dollars for relief and related work during the month. County administrator credited for securing this sum which will aid residents and boost local business through its distribution. Hollywood producers used Enchanted Rock near Llano to film scenes for a biblical epic the Twenty third Psalm and chose the resort area after scouting across the U S and Canada.
The town has awaited an answer on when the south end of Highway 81 will begin. The Highway Commission has appropriated eighty six thousand dollars for the project, with work likely to start within weeks, providing employment and boosting county road improvements.
The article notes a hot Fourth of July enjoyed by county residents at public gatherings and river resorts. It highlights confidence in U S banks, with deposits rising by over a billion dollars in five months and insurance guarantees increasing to five thousand dollars per account from July first, up from twenty five hundred.
Despite no rain yet, residents maintain optimism and determination to drive forward. The community pledges steady progress toward renewed production, contentment, and prosperity, projecting Llano County back into leading ranks.
Mrs. Herman A. Holtzer hosted a teatime reception at her home Thursday as a prenuptial courtesy for her daughter Miss Leola Dorothy Holtzer whose marriage to Norman George Schuessler of Waco occurred Saturday evening. Guests included Mrs. M. P. Walker, Mrs. Harry Holtzer, Miss Winnie Harris, Miss Lily Rush Walker, Elton Wright, and out-of-town attendees from Bryan Wichita Falls Fredericksburg and other locales. The event featured a pink and green tea table, Miss Mary Louise Peacock and Mrs. Preston Robinson at the table, and informal piano music by Miss Faybelle Atchison, with about 75 visitors.
Will Rogers stars in David Harum at Lantex Theatre on July 11 and 12. The film follows a shrewd horse trader in a small town as he aids a banker's romance, with a happy ending and a featured cast led by Rogers and Louise Dreapler. A short feature and Pathe News accompany the program.
For lease 1206 or 1800 acres of fine grazing land with 195 acres of Colorado River farms. 125 Hereford cattle plus teams plow tools and feed for sale. Siding house and ample water. See or write G H King Box 12 Kingsland Texas.
Archdeacon McKenzie to hold services at Grace Church Liano on Sunday with a call for a large attendance. The note adds a casual aside about Sun day and a local interest line from the Memphis Commercial Appeal.
Sylvia Sidney and Frederic March co star in Good Dame shot at Paramount Studios. Sidney worked every shooting day across twenty eight days and March on twenty two. The romantic drama follows two young people with contrasting desires in a tumultuous meeting.
The £1 Club members and County Agents of Liang and Burnet Counties thank ranchmen parents and club boys for meat donation barbecue volunteers and servers. They praise Mr Boxel and his band for entertainment Dale Scott for camp grounds T Pr L Co for ice and storage and Lewis Son and A J Newman for transport as the community aided the camp program.
A heartfelt remembrance poem dated June 24, 1934. The writer recalls Franklin’s sudden passing, expresses ongoing sorrow, and envisions reunion in a bright land beyond partings. He shares memories, faith, and longing for the days past and the hope of joining loved ones beyond the river.
A recycled aphorism contrasts a woodpecker’s method with cheap craft and planning. It notes clever construction by thinking ahead, while mocking old time versus modern approaches and delivery of goods or services.
The Oriental Institute led by Henri Frankfort reports Babylonian sites at Tell Asmar near Baghdad show Sumerian civilization with writing, metalworking, and organized religion dating to about 2700 2800 B C. Dr C Leonard Woolley cites Ur graves of kings and queens. Chemmic Egypt dates debated, Frankfort’s dates support Sumerian primacy.
A fragment from the Los Angeles Evening Herald and Express quotes a household remark about tapering off tobacco. The playful exchange mentions visitors spoiling after the third day and features a casual exchange between a character named Exra and Bi.
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