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Newspaper
Llano News
Location
Llano, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1927
Page
2
The piece notes Llano and other Texas counties burning through one thousand dollars daily on gasoline. It mocks overlong resolutions and urges more filling stations than talks. It cites auto accidents in Idano and urges speed controls at cross streets to protect life and property.
The Llano riverbanks attract campers and anglers daily with abundant catches. Reports say the river offers excellent luck for a day of recreation and is described as a premier Texas stream for fishing.
The writer urges local business interests to build a hotel to capture a share of the millions of tourists who visit the state annually. With the facility in place, Llano would attract visitors and tap that patronage.
Six months after Jim Ferguson dominated public discourse the name is now rarely heard. The column notes a political forecast that he will win the United States Senate race next year, suggesting upcoming intense political battles and renewed attention to Ferguson.
The piece urges lawmakers to focus on meaningful reforms during the special session and avoid creating numerous rules that are poorly enforced. It argues fewer laws properly enforced would improve the state’s condition.
The three story hotel rising on Fredericksburg frontage draws attention to local expectations of growth and improved accommodations for travelers. Local observer notes compare Liao and Liano areas and urge enhanced character of lodging to attract visitors.
An editorial voice imagines extensive work at Robinson State Park to fit public desires, predicting possible yearlong improvements and even a modern hotel. It weighs social norms on women tobacco use, arguing custom shapes virtue and equality debates through historical lens.
Two weeks after a praised nonstop transatlantic crossing another flight occurred this week, but major papers gave it far less notice than the initial achievement, signaling a shift in public focus.
The writer notes June yields similar prospects to past good times and reports favorable conditions in Llano country. With additional rains, autumn should bring prosperity and solid returns.
The Chicago Tribune ran a page advertisement for a reading ladies ready-to-wear store. It described dresses with exact skirt lengths above the knee and suggested Chicago may promote skirtless dresses soon, reflecting the city’s lead in modern styles.
Residents complain of intermittent water quality and reliability since Texas Power and Light extended service to Llano. They urge better filtration and supply standards, arguing pure water is essential for the town and current service falls short.
The American Legion post will again coordinate Fourth of July events as the big day nears. Local organizers vow improving celebrations each year and anticipate strong participation from veterans and residents.
The piece notes broad prosperity in Llano country with roads and farms showing signs of growth. It urges citizens to prepare for needed rain, suggesting favorable harvest prospects if everyone does their part.
It is gratifying to see increasing weekly cream shipments. Years ago people barely knew this money could be made. Now many households rely on dairy cows to cover groceries and other expenses. The goal is industry growth to rival major cream shipping points in the northwest.
Town moves to build a modern hotel in Llano to attract travelers and support business and leisure visitors. Local leaders urge steady progress to keep pace with other towns and to create a hostelry that all citizens can be proud of.
The Highway Department proposes straightening the dangerous curves on highway twenty nine in Llano and Burnet counties if the counties pay for the right of way. Llano has already spent heavily on the Pecan Belt highway, but officials see value in the plan and urge approval, especially in three to four locations.
The News warns that any tobacco tax plan must avoid wiping out retail dealers and concentrating sales with wholesalers. It urges the Legislature to tax tobacco in a way that funds public schools and discourages cross state purchasing.
The article notes Llano's growth and countywide road improvements but laments the lack of adequate lodging. It calls for a local hotel to serve travelers, stating outside help won't come until Llano offers the expected hospitality and accommodations.
Ona Irene Moss known as Gaby Sued was born July 8 1908 and died May 30 1927 from an automobile accident. Survived by parents C W Moss three sisters Amy Porch Dell Bown and Eva Cardwell. Funeral conducted by Rev P M Murphy with Sunday School class assisting in the service.
R McInnis died after ptomaine poisoning led to peritonitis following a setback on the way to Shamrock. He was a Claude businessman and longtime IOOF member. Survived by wife, siblings, and several stepchildren. funeral at Claude with IOOF honors.
Preaching Sunday at 11 a m and 81 p m at Valley Spring 4 p m. Missionary Society at the church studies the last chapter of Our Templed Hills. Revival meeting begins June 19. Public invited to attend any or all services. J J Mason Pastor.
Miss Minnie Ola Bellah age 13 died Sunday at her home in Wang after a long illness. Born March 22, 1914, she lived with her parents G W Bellah in Llano. Funeral at Tow Valley cemetery Monday at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev J J Mason with Revs Wesley Prince and FP Murphy. The family expresses deep thanks for sympathy.
Dan Leifeste of Art died at his home last Sunday aged nearly sixty. He was one of Mason county’s oldest and most prominent citizens and a brother of Mrs. August Donop. He was buried Monday at Art cemetery after a funeral attended by Mr. and Mrs. Donop and many Llano friends who expressed deep sympathy.
We express sincere appreciation to friends for kindness and comfort during the illness and after the death of our beloved husband and father Mr. J. K. Simpson. We shall remember you and pray for God's rich blessings as your reward. The Family.
W R Shook M D announces he is at the Southern Hotel for the next ten days receiving treatment for piles.
The annual convention of the Sheep and Goat Raisers' Association of Texas will showcase the pick of breeding stock in the United States on July 19, 20 and 21. The notice urges prospective buyers to attend and consider top breeding stock during the exhibition.
Albert Johnson reports the death of her sister Mrs Belle Williamson who died during an operation in a San Antonio hospital at age forty nine. She was raised in this county daughter of Elbert Moseley and leaves three sisters Mrs Albert Johnson Mrs Leo Nobles of Marble Falls and Mrs J A Embry of San Antonio and two brothers D L Moseley of Roscoe and A R Moseley of Venezuela plus a daughter Mrs Howard Metzger and a son Clarence Williamson of San Antonio. Interment was in Mission Cemetery Tuesday and Mrs Johnson attended the funeral in San Antonio amid condolences from Liano friends.
The Bellah family thanks friends for kindness after the death of their little daughter. Special appreciation to Reve. P M Murphy and J J Mason for comforting words and divine faith. Geo Bellah and Family.
Sunday School at 16:00 a m worship at 11:00 a m focusing on children and youth. An evening service at 8:00 p m titled Bringing Us to God led by Pastor Wesley Prince.
Beginning Monday morning we expect to conduct a Daily Vacation Bible School for one week. All children from four to fifteen years are urged to come. We want this to be such a success that the whole town will be a Union TV. B.S. next year giving the full four weeks course. Remember to send your children Monday morning 8:30 o'clock. Houses for rent. Mrs. S I Dacker.
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