Llano Delegation Shortened for Brownwood Chamber Meet
Llano left Tuesday for Brownwood to attend the West Texas Chamber of Commerce session. Otis Pottorff and wife Mrs T W Norton joined Mrs James Wyckoff and Misses Carr ie Melans Cor delia and Eleanor Norton. Other plans were disrupted by granite freight case in Austin and a special jury center. Llano boosters express enthusiasm and vow to promote Llano’s achievements to the federation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Llano
West Texas Chamber of Commerce
Brownwood
Otis Pottorff
Chamber of Commerce
T. W. Norton
James Wyckoff
Carrie Melan
Cordelia
Eleanor Norton
Austin
Railroad Commission
Chiers
Liano
West Texas Organization
Musical recital at Presbyterian Church May 15 and 16
The music class of Mrs. Ella Opp will present a program at the Presbyterian church tonight and tomorrow night May 15 and 16 at 8:15. The teacher invites the public to attend, promising interesting performances by her pupils and urging music lovers to be present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Ella Opp
Interesting program at Llano Cemetery talent operetta
The Llano Cemetery Association presented a children's local talent operetta at the opera house Tuesday night titled Little Gramas with Tillie Moss and many others in the cast. A second number titled Doctor Bills featured Mary Virginia Jackson Orea Kendrick and Tim Mueller. The program included several musical numbers and readings by Mrs. Greenwood. Proceeds will fund cemetery work and maintenance.
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Opera House
Llano Cemetery Association
Tillie B. Moss
Mary Ruth Backeus
Lois Morrison
Adele Rothmann
Loubeile Decker
Imogene Wilson
Lois Smith
Carroll Moss
Edith Dalrymple
Louise Holden
Margaret Paulus
Louise Byfield
Nora Belle Johnson
Clara Mueller
Marie Harris Touox
Mary Virginia Jackson
Orea Kendrick
Tim Mueller
Greenwood
Mrs J F L Willman Dies At Harper Home
Mrs. J F L Willman wife of Rev J E B Willman and sister of Mrs Beeler died at her home Saturday afternoon at 4 o clock She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Aug Donop of Art Survived by parents husband brothers and other relatives The community offers sympathy to the bereaved family
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BR. Willman
J. EB
Willman
File
Beeler
Aug. Donop
Art
Mik Cores
Ber
Perry
God
Sioa
Burcere
Poison for Fighting Grasshoppers Not Arrived Yet
The Commissioners Court reports the grasshopper poison has not yet arrived from Denver but is expected soon. Llano Feed Co. supplies bran at cost and Rainier handles storage and handling at no charge. Officials note reports vary on grasshopper presence, but urge prompt action to combat the insects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commissioners Court
A. D. Deats
Llano Feed Co
Rainier
Commissioners Court Meets in Regular Session This Week
The Commissioners Court began with accounts and officer reports, canvassed Evergreen school district election results from April 30, approving a ten cent tax levy. The vote favored the levy 17 to 12, and the court ordered the levy assessed on district property. The court expects to remain in session most of the week.
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Commissioners Court
Evergreen
City council meets to discuss fire truck purchase
The city fathers held a regular monthly meeting Monday night. The major item was approving accounts and appointing a committee to study buying a new fire truck, now worn and insufficient for major fires. With low finances, an appeal to citizens may be necessary to fund the proper vehicle.
Marriage of Wesley Hoover and Bonnie Askemiall
Wesley Hoover of St George and Bonnie Askemiall were married at the Methodist parsonage Saturday with Job Meredith performing the ceremony. The couple planned to return home to Eldorado, Indiana, and then travel on after the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meo Annes Wesley Hoover
St George
Bonnie Askemiall
Merodist
Meredith
Eldorado
Llano High School to Graduates May 23 192?
Llano High School announces 22 seniors will receive diplomas next Friday night May 23. The student list includes Mabel Leverett Sue Walton Gladys Longbottom Lottie Kocherschke Lucile Atchison Ethel Dees Jewell Ricketson Gertrude Atchison Frances Davin Rita Reed Eleanor Norton Rubye Henderson Jessie Clymer and boys Erin Delavan John Stribling G Lee McDonald B Victor Hallstrom Charles Thompson Leon Warden Willbern Miller Robert Pearson Harry Holtzer. The senior play May 21 and commencement sermon by Dr W E Davis of Brownwood precede the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Llano High School
Mabel Leverett
Sue A. Walton
Gladys Longbottom
Lottie Kocherschke
Lucile Atchison
Ethel Dees
Jewell Ricketson
Gertrude Atchison
Frances Davin
Rita Reed
Eleanor Norton
Rubye Henderson
Jessie Clymer
Erin Macon Delavan
John Wilson Stribling
G. Lee McDonald
B. Victor Hallstrom
Charles Bartlett Thompson
Leon Houston Warden
Willbern B. Miller
Robert F. Pearson
Harry A Holtzer
Opera House
W. E. Davis
Brownwood
W. O. Jenkins
Plano
Thursday Luncheon At Park Draws Chamber Crowd
The Chamber of Commerce luncheon group held last Thursday at Badu Park at 6 39 pm with members, wives and friends. A genmas foot barbecue meal was served and attendees lingered until dusk. Many expressed desire for similar park lunches through the summer months.
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Chamber of Commerce
Badu Park
Lib
Merlyes
W. R. Orr
WE. Wallace
Case of Homer Fleming on Trial in Llano County
The State of Texas vs Homer Fleming from Kimble county is on trial in Llano for the alleged murder of his wife on December 18 1923. Over a hundred witnesses are summoned as jurors and spectators fill the Llano court room. The indictment was filed February 12 1924 and a 102 jurors venire was drawn. The jury selection continues with twenty jurors to be seated and testimony expected to extend over several days.
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State of Texas
Homer Fleming
Kimble County
Llano
Llano County
Kimble
Tit County
Defense Council
O. F. Burnett
Graniteman
Feo
Klipp
Click
T. J. Moore
Wm. Fritz
Gerageman
Castell
Llans
Jesse Johnson
Farmer
WO. Williamson
George Christina
Wilson
San Antonio
Fred Setsch
Carero
Liwgers
Fiomer Fleming
Mo Blackburn
Coke Stevendon
Junction
Dave Watson
B. J. Dalrymore
Fls. John
Jang
Mrs Avery Hosts Tour-day Bridge Club Fete
Mrs Karl Avery entertained the Tour-day Bridge Club with charm and flowers. Guests enjoyed a dainty salad course and prizes were awarded to Mrs S and Mrs W. A notable guest from Wichita Falls attended, with club members including Mrs Eldy, Mrs Yvend, and Mrs Col. Duncan among those present.
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Karl Avery
Roel
Eldy
Perenets UW
Bo Col. Fine Slater Duncan
Wiehira Falls
Gooden
Lewis
Hows
Pawel
Clara Bell
Pepe
Special Service For Cattle Shippers By RR
RR offers a special service for cattle shipments announced by R Pisthees local agent. Report notes shipments, routes and dates affecting Pecos Fort Worth and other centers with details on timing and availability for cattle transport services.
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R. Pisthees
TOC
Rapresano
Houde
Lone Grove to stage two commencement nights May 22 23
Lone Grove school closes its 1923 24 session with two open air programs at the schoolhouse. The Camouflage of Shirley a three act comedy by Lindsey Barbee is set for May 22 at eight. On May 23 at eight the diplomas will be awarded followed by The Adventures of Grandpa a three act farce by Walter Ben Hare. Admission is free and refreshments will be available.
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Lone Grove
Shirley
Lindsey Barbee
Walter Ben Hare
Grandpa
Clase
Ats
Lone Grove School
Ada Witley
Mary Williams
A. G. Duncan
Templeton
Ranch Home and Contents Destroyed by Fire
J T Simpson home at uniatown suffered a total loss after a nighttime blaze. John V Simpson and his son rescued a handful of items but could not save clothing or most belongings. He believed the fire started around midnight to 1 am and noted no insurance coverage.
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J. T. Simpson
John V. Simpson
Uniatown
Mr. Simpson
White Building on Bridge Street Undergoes Remodeling
John Goolman recently bought the White building on Bridge Street damaged by fire two years ago. Work began Monday to restore the structure for use as a business house. Goolman and others started repairs and expect to rent it once finished.
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John Goolman
Bridge Street
Shane
Goolman
Howse
Goodman
Five Dollars for a Name for Chamber Band
Llano merchants offer a $5 prize for a snappy name of up to four words including band. Submit your suggestion with your name on the Trades Day morning, to the merchant you trade with. Names due by noon. a committee will judge and award in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Llano County
Juniors Entertain Seniors at Llano High School Reception
On Monday evening the Llano high school junior class hosted the graduating class in a reception at the American Legion hall. Decorations matched the senior colors pink and lavender with ferns throughout. Tables for 42 and Bunco were set, games and contests enjoyed, peach, angel food, and ice cream served to about fifty guests with Mesdames W. Ro Orr and F. C. Buttery as chaperones. The event helped both classes forget upcoming exams and was a success.
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Llano High School
American Legion Hall
W. Ro Orr
F.C
Monza Dinner at Legion Hall Draws Attendees
The American Legion Auxiliary served a dinner at the Legion hall on Monday. Receipts totaled about $140 with roughly $65 above expenses. Hundreds of people in town for the day enjoyed the event.
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Legion Hall
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Harper
City Council
Montly
Mar2z
P&rk
Ifurgog
Mrs. Avery
San Anno
Fort Worth
Pruebyte Cian
American Legion
Linden Foster
J. L. Watkins
Allen Peterson
Clyde Buttery
Legion
Simpson
Tery
Monza
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