Governor Ferguson vetoes county agent pay bill
A lengthy editorial critiques Governor Ferguson for vetoing it and for vetoing rural sociology and other funding. It notes the economic impact on farmers and farm girls, while praising county agents and Dr. Garnett for improving rural life and tax policy discussions. The piece argues the vetoes hurt vocational agriculture and farm education at A M College and rural programs nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rereisen
Agiecuh
Shes
Mercedes Tribune
Perguson
Department of Rural Sociology
W. EB. Garnett
Texas
Webster’s Bore Definition Examined by Dexter Independent
The Dexter Independent critiques Webster’s standard for a bore as dull and tedious and argues the lexicographer misses key traits. It claims a bore not only wastes time but invades others’ time and privacy, effectively robbing people of their own.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webster
Dexarbhorn
6000 Farmers Visit Lubbock Experiment Station in 1924
The Lubbock Experiment Station records show 353 visitors in 1924 compared with 415 in 1916 and similar counts in subsequent years. The nine year period reflects a sharp rise in interest and station usefulness, with visitor numbers increasing by about 1382 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lubbock Experiment Station
Lubbock
Red Man's Tea Promises Cure for Skin Ailments
An advertisement advocates Red Man's Tea as a harmless natural remedy for eczema impure blood pimples and skin eruptions. It invites all who have incurable cases to try the treatment offered as a product of Mother Nature.
Golden Rule in Business Turns a Sweatshop into a Giant
A historical piece recounts Arthur Nash’s adoption of the Golden Rule as governing law at the Little Factory. From 1919 to 1922 his company grows from 29 workers to 2000, boosting wages and productivity while keeping a five eight-hour day schedule. Nash’s approach earns worker loyalty and widespread admiration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abraham
God
Joseph
Daniel
Gishant
Saevead
Naeh
Feiindd
Eiribe Oy
Mr. Nash
Nash
Tam
Jesus
Aetle
My. Nash
Aly Nash
Newsies
Arthur Nash
Growth of farmer visits to Experiment Station noted
Director B Younrhlosd of the station says the Booth Plains area shows steady, rapid farmer interest. He cites many visitors over five years and frequent returns as evidence that the station’s work is progressive and effective for farm productivity.
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Atulows
Fess
Gsty
ASG
Br. B. Younrhlosd
Sen Sity
Booth Plains
Trade at home versus out of town advertising in Texas papers
A Denton Journal column argues for local business support while recognizing newspapers must take national ads to pay expenses. It urges reciprocity, noting readers shop anywhere they choose and publishers should profit from ads from out of town firms if the price is right.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Today
Denton Chronicle
Dallas
Nenton Dry Goody
Koemuick & Ca
Caily Aid Weekly
Epaperk
Texas
Amix Oyder
Journal
Tuer
The Golden Rule in Business and Brotherhood
The text endorses practical Christian brotherhood and living by the Golden Rule in business. It cites Arthur Nash and urges adopting Christlike conduct for satisfaction, happiness, and success, offering Nash’s book for $1.26.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Nash
Paul
Arthur Nash
Outlaw horse kills cowboy after bucking ride in McCulloch County
On a McCulloch County ranch a notorious horse killed Hugh Barber, a cowboy, during a bucking attempt. Barber, mounted as the horse burst upward, then toppled and crushed Barber’s skull. The horse remained unharmed amid the fatal incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brady
Hugh Barber
Barber
McCulloch County
Barker
Horge
Are Old Friends Worth Your Social Advancement
A Houston Chronicle syndicated note laments losing genuine connections while chasing social status. It argues real friends are essential for open, sincere conversations and questions whether snobbish circles are worth the loneliness they cause.
Washington D C Voters Denied Ballot by Federal Governance
The piece notes Washington D C residents cannot vote as they are not state citizens and the district is governed by the federal government. It mentions two elective offices, highlighting constitutional governance issues affecting local suffrage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, T. C
District of Columbia
Contemporaries Note His Notable Work With Advertising
The remark lauds past advertising efforts by a speaker identified as Honey Grove Sigmel and suggests continued activity in the field.
Advertising drives local commerce and trust in merchants
The piece argues that modern business must advertise in local papers to inform the public about new offerings. It claims advertising builds trust, encourages home buying, and provides full information that motivates mail order catalogs and loyal local customers. Local ads assure sound values and satisfaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. R. Wait
Selfishness Hinders Community Efforts and Welfare
An Exchange column laments that selfish pursuit of personal gain harms collective welfare. The piece argues individuals should align private profits with community good, condemning efforts that prioritize self over town improvement and population growth.
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Bogusch Garage
Dodge Bros. Parts
Reat
Llano Chamber OF Commerce
A. Canerius
Massie W. Bay
Velete
L. Dent Movernor Miller
Butterwhite
RED Man’s
Bruhl’s
Bruhl
Hunter
Jay
Llano Milling & Mig, Coy
Houston Chronicis
Asl
Honey Grove Sigmel
Tka
Llano
Martin
D. Rainie Llano
Llano C
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