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Newspaper
Llano News
Location
Llano, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1916
Page
5
Glorious rains boost prospects as Goldman plans a Llano branch store near the county seat to serve north and west areas. The issue notes the death of Mrs. Mary Caroline Protin and details a funeral and multiple local notices. Court actions include tax, school district, gutter contracts, and several land transfers. A spring gathering featured Dr. McKnight and local candidates announced for county and district offices.
Weekly stock shipments recorded include Morris & Bowie sending 17 cars to Tatpa and three cars to Colemar. Frank Moseley delivering ten cars to Fort Worth. S Schneider shipping goats and cattle to Fort Worth and San Antonio. Maddox with 1 car to Mort. A Schneid and Linds TMvri from Austin to Bastrop. plus Johnson and Fort Worth consignments of one car each.
Geo M Watkins left last week on a business trip to Mason then joined other fishermen in Menard for a yearly fishing party. The group, once known for punitive trips to Mexico, now confines outings to Texas as they plan a big time and carry along a cump for the voyage.
Liang Commando No 24 Knights Yeoplar conferred knighthood Friday afternoon and night last week on Carey Elmersmith of Liang E W Timarne of Lane and Carl Runge of Mason. Sir Knights E J Lehmbers Jonaard Thaxton and Cashier Wille Limberg of Mason accompanied Mr Bea M Lehrens cont Zetred The tight ay Arik lanes it as cepriped b Vaart ah SERED LUTE.
Mrs Berry is greatly improved after a severe illness and should soon regain her usual health. The family expresses gratitude and confidence that nothing will hinder her full recovery and permanent restoration.
Last week Mrs Rufe Beats sold her interest in The Popular to Mesdames Wyckoff Baker and Fravel the only owners of the store. Harvey Qatman who has been in Liang for several days left Tuesday for his Phoenix Arizona home. The late son will remain at the home of Mr and Mrs C Breaseale.
Llano National Bank has received new fixtures and contractors will begin work immediately. The aim is a first class interior on par with leading banks in the region and no expense will be spared. Home National Bank also nears completion on its interior after substantial investments.
Mrs Lark McClary arrived from El Paso while Ed McClary was en route for a visit. An accident forced Ed to go to a hospital and Mrs McClary left shortly after. The note expresses hope for recovery and a future reunion.
Last week ptt sold a large 74 horsepower Stinder King to J. Hampton praised as a powerful machine. Three Dodge sales reported to FB Lange and W. Gesen. Llano grows as auto owners join the city, with new members every day.
Mr and Mrs M B Dabbs and children with Uncle Tom Hollandt drove to Burnet Friday to visit Elim Bowman who joined them for the trip Eluno returned to Austin Sunday and the group reports a nice ride and a delightful outing.
Nessrs Laversedge Green Arlitt Young and Baine representing large engineering and construction firms visited Liang this week at their own suggestion. They were granted an audience with the City Council and presented plans or suggestions. The council heard them Tuesday night but, given the city’s current affairs, their offerings were premature and offered little advantage to other parties.
The City Council did not accept any bids for the concrete culvert construction after careful review at last week’s meeting. Officials cited several wholly worthy reasons for deferring action and will re advertise.
In Coleman, Moss and Ders misidentified Morris and Bowie as yearling calves. The 1 209 curnings were described as a goal stack with unclear merit and no reliable confirmation from Coleman officials.
Mr Shulta purchased a Big Six Buick for himself and family last week. T S Parker delivered the vehicle from the local agency on Thursday. The car is described as a beauty and is hailed as a fine selection.
Mothers Day observance set for next Sunday May 7 at the Methodist Sunday school with Boy Scouts led by TY E Holland directing the music program. They promise an unusual and attractive feature and invite all parents mothers and friends to attend.
City authorities requested the railroad to beautify its property within the city. Agent Fischer received the communication and Superintendent Barry stated the company intends to improve the appearance of its right of way and is willing to meet with officials to discuss proposed enhancements.
The Llano High School Senior class served a dinner on a rain drenched trades day at the opera house. Despite low out of town attendance, the event grossed around sixty dollars with over forty dollars remaining after expenses for the high school fund.
The article notes ongoing road work and critique of local authorities while praising workers in the district. It mentions Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Toelmaker visiting from Oklahoma during a family event related to Mrs. Leftsaker's father, BOF Johnson, and others in the area.
Mrs W Y Fowler Mrs 9 FL Radius and Miss May Knowles attended the Presbyterian Ladies meeting in Austin last week. They worked for Liano at the Presbytial and say the next meeting will be held in this city with delegates from about twenty counties in the Central Texas Presbytery.
A signed notice from Liang merchants states all shops will close at noon on May 1 and stay shut for the rest of the day. Customers are urged to have orders in by 11 am as no porters will be sent after 11. The list includes Aula Newsom, Chism, Gray’s, Watkins, Lange & Co, McMurray Lumber, Rockwell Bros, and many others.
A Saturday outdoor party at the Atchison home celebrated Lucile’s first half score birthday. About thirty seven youths received invitations on Friday and enjoyed games and refreshments on the lawn.
A special meeting of the Commissioners Court approved extending gutters along Ridge Street. West side to reach the Fire Company corner, east side down the duct near the Opera House. Contract value not specified. work to begin promptly and conclude within about 34 days.
Cherokee residents will attend a Saturday night program at the open-air theater featuring the Silk Urpar troupe. The Cherokers Tinian Call promises lively amateur performances under President Wilcox, with proceeds to cover small session debts.
T. R. Dabbs’ carpenters work on a house opposite Lange & Co, on the north side of the river. Upon completion, Dabbs intends to open a rest (restaurant) adjacent to the site.
A joint meeting of the School Board and the Business Men's League outlined priorities for new high school facilities to meet growing enrollment. D. McCollunt was re-elected superintendent, with Mary Gillespie, Vearl Dunlop, Helen Outman, Kustes, Maggie Knowles, Helen Higgins, Beatrice Medermort, and Katherine Bowen named for teaching roles.
The region has received frequent slow downpours and heavier showers that fill stock tanks. The river and creeks rise, promising a good grain crop, ample pasture, and one of the best seasons in years for the area.
Prof. R. L. Gibson of Field Creek and eleven pupils appear in Farm Folks at the Opera House next Saturday night. The production offers pleasing scenes and benefits the Field Creek school, urging the support of local citizens.
Rain soaks the day from early morning to late night. The downpour stops business and prevents the event from proceeding as planned. The rain confines attendance and blocks the band and other activities.
Field Creek school ends Friday May 12 with closing exercises led by Jr. L. Gibson. The community is invited to attend as the year under Gibson is praised as one of the best in history.
To Gallas in Twelve Hours. He drove from Glane to Wallas in just twelve hours and returned to Llane Thursday. Mr. Overstreet, in Llano for mineral business, returned to Burnet and will begin shipping ore soon. W. G. Low Jr. of Brownwood visited Llano, greeted by a wide circle of friends.
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