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Newspaper
Llano News
Location
Llano, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1927
Page
2
A San Antonio mother named her newborn twin sons Lindbergh and Chamberlain. The column mix discusses weather, Texas politics, a Huntsville marriage, Shakespeare, a second Texas legislative session, a note about August elections, Zane Grey's yacht, and Grey as a popular American writer.
Local reports note rising tourist interest in Enchanted Rock guiding travel from Fredericksburg and falls Creek route plans. Communities compare efforts as sister towns push road development to the granite mountain attracting visitors and potential improvements.
Lynch Davidson, a leading Texas lumber magnate, warns the public about threats to timber during a political crisis. He has tried multiple times to build a political platform but struggles to gain strong support around election time, leaving readers curious about his 1928 plans.
The piece discusses the push to route highway ten as a major continental crossing, with Fort Worth and other key Texas points backing the plan. It notes Llano being around sixty miles away if built, and forecasts prosperity from a strong fall turkey crop potentially exceeding cotton income.
The article notes Lindbergh’s welcome in Washington described as beyond description and hopes his fame will not derail his duty driven path. It also reports Llano county’s representative urging an end to trot line fishing on the Llano River to protect the stream for future vacationers.
The rain on Monday and Monday night along with June showers on the fourth fifth and thirteenth bring a promising firecorn crop. Llano County enjoys wet conditions with no recent heavy winds or hail causing damage. May these blessings continue through the hot summer.
The community awaits the cotton season as Mr. Inman leads workers rebuilding the Liano gin site. Most machinery is on site and the ashes area will host the new building in a few weeks, promising a better enterprise than the previous one.
The text notes a twenty two inch gas pipeline from Louisiana into Texas to supply gas for the state. It recalls Louisiana’s long gas history and mentions fears of alarm if the pipeline stays full. It references a flood causing extensive property loss and thousands of deaths.
A revival begins next Sunday at eleven o'clock and runs for two weeks at the Llano Methodist church led by Evangelist Smith. The appeals invite all townspeople and surrounding areas to attend every service and support the event regardless of church affiliation. The aim is to uplift moral atmosphere and possibly aid others as well.
The government recently distributed about four million dollars among Osage Indians in Oklahoma. The piece notes some residents in Fairfax and nearby Osage areas expect to quickly profit from the funds, suggesting white outsiders may benefit soon after the money circulates.
A fragmentary report describes significant damage in the Art community of Mason County from recent heavy wind hail and rain. The text notes stripped stalks and drying vegetation with limited impact elsewhere though nearby areas report wind damage and hail effects to the west north and south.
Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Robinson hosted a refined Monday bridge party at their home inviting Miss Bernice Robinson of Bartlett and Mrs. Jaigh Adams of Gunter. Roses and zinnias decorated the rooms as trophies were awarded for high scores and special souvenirs given to guests.
Mrs H J Roth, superintendent of the Young People's Missionary Society, Methodist church, hosted a Tuesday afternoon event at her home. After songs and prayer, reports for the second quarter were presented and the year of Jubilee for Methodist Women's Work in Missions was discussed. A social hour followed with refreshments for members and two guests Miss Ruth Mason of Paris Texas and Miss Mildred Richardson of Smithville.
Mr and Mrs T J Moore entertained Thursday evening at their home for Mr and Mrs Edgar Bush of McKinney. Blue bells zinnias and roses decorated the rooms with high tables for bridge. Prizes went to Clay Fowler and Mrs Charles Wallace for high score while Miss Mary Moss won the cut. Delicious salad was served to guests including Mr and Mrs Edgar Bush of McKinney L C Brown I B Daniel Clay Fowler Roy B Inks Linden Foster M M Moss H C Robinson Vance Wallace C M Wallace Dr and Mrs G B Gray Mrs E L Avery A V Riley of Austin J Dunn of San Benito Jack Adams of Gu inter Miss Dorothy Echols of Fort Worth and Mary Moss Mr W J Moore Slater Duncan W B Collins.
The family of Eli Riexetsos thanks friends for untiring assistance during his long illness and for comforting words, noble acts, and floral offerings at his death. They convey appreciation and prayers for goodwill toward all helpers.
Mrs Vance Wallace served as hostess for a bridge club gathering on Thursday. Lavender bloom decor and themed settings highlighted the hospitality. Forbies went to Mrs Clay Fowler and Mrs Roy Inks, with Miss Dorothy Echols winning the cut. A refreshing salad course followed for attendees including Ear Avery, A V Riley, Jack Adams, Leslie Brown, Ira Daniels, G Ly Gray, M Moss, E H Qualls, John Stribling, Linden Foster, Allan Newsom, and Gertrude Atchison.
Pastors from Methodist, Presbyterian, and Baptist churches in Llano announce a policy shift. All churches will hold regular Sunday evening services and dismiss at the congregation’s discretion for other meetings. Members are urged to attend weeknight services and support other gatherings.
notice invites Sunday school at 10 a m and worship at 11 p m with no evening service this week. Also encourages attendance at Mathogist church Wrights Creek Sunday at 3 p m. Wesley Prince.
The program lists leaders and duties for a missionary society gathering. Mrs J W Fowler presides as leader of the organization with readings of scripture by Revengful Patriot Mrs W J Saunders and multiple Hymns. Topic discussions cover Foreign Fields with names Teich Hill Milton Wilkes Watkins Roth Underwood Blodgett Harris and other attendees.
The coming week at Llano opera house features a Paramount special Fashions for Women. Celeste de Givary, the most sought after Parisian, a publicity scheme by Sam Dupont, and a facial operation promise a tidal wave opening night. The plot blends romance mystery and spectacular scenery as Lola Dauvey Raoul de Bercy and Dupont drive the event with staged displays and a double.
Attend the Kerrville convention of the Sheep and Goat Raisers Association of Texas on July 19 20 21 hosted in Kerrville. Meet your neighbor and enjoy Texas summer hospitality at the event described in the report.
Public notice invites students to join Algebra with Mrs. Alvin C. Johnson. Contact details include a classroom code 89-21-c and phone number ending in 308Y for more information.
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