Mexia News notes cold snap and local happenings
A North Central Texas high pressure system brings frosty temperatures to Dallas, Bonham, and nearby towns with 22 and 17.5 degree readings. The Mexia News promotes Murphy's milk, a Friday plant opening, and a regional 7 B football game between Elkhart and Midway. Local fishing reports, Bargain Bay ads, and a quail covey trade offer appear in the same edition.
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Unexplained Power Plant Blast Kills 9
Topeka Kansas reports an unexplained blast at a large power plant east of the city. Nine dead and many injured as workers and engineers strive to restore energy amid freezing weather and disrupted industry. The blast halted power for hours and idled thousands of workers.
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Suffeyer Ming
Aoere Hospital
Mexia Rotarians Honors Mex High Black Cat Grid Team
Mexia Rotary Club honored Mexia High School Black Cat football players and coaches at a meeting. President Roland Aycink presented Coach Ty Bain and Assistant Coach R. B. Sewell with team members. Bain praised support from the club and citizens and noted four players made the AU District team.
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Heckmen
Gainesville
Marines to Protect Shanghai Americans
Vice Admiral Oscar C. Badger announced the deployment of Marines from Tsingtao to Shanghai to safeguard American lives and property as the Communist threat grows. The move aims to relieve fears of about 2,509 American residents in the port city.
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United Press
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Oscar C. Badger
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U.S. Western Pacific Fleet
China
Mexia Bargain Day Dairy Day Queen Ballot Program
Mexia Bargain Day shoppers will vote for a Dairy Day Queen using ballots issued with every dollar spent. For each dollar paid, a ballot is given. ten votes per ballot. The promotion runs during the December edition of the News with two sections showing participating merchants and ballot details.
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Mexia
Mox
Salvage Items Available from Condemned Schools
Books at the building or other salvage items from condemned schools offered for sale or distribution, with details on how to view and purchase them.
Mrs A N Little Attacked by Rabid Cat Here Monday
Mrs A N Little was reportedly attacked by a rabid cat in the city on Monday. The incident was recorded by local authorities with initial notes on the animal’s condition and potential public health follow up.
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A. N. Little
Local pasturized dairy plant welcomed to Mexia
M W Anderson urges support for Murphy Brothers investment in a modern pasteurizing plant in Mexia. He notes benefits including local milk purchasing, employment, tax revenue, and improved safety. The letter asks the community to extend welcome and patronage.
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Limestone County
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Cotton and Grain Market Report From Fort Worth
Fort Worth reports mixed prices across commodities with wheat at 245, corn and sorghums slipping, barley around 1.45 to 1.50, oats near 95. Fort Worth and Dallas market tones reflect USDA projections and March contracts, noting middling and strict middling basis levels and broker tables.
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Markets at a Glance Stocks Farm in Moderate Trac
United Press reports markets at a glance with moderate trading as livestock and produce sectors show mixed movement. Prices for dairy and meat items fluctuate while grain futures hold steady amid uneven demand.
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United Press
Hawaii Air Officer Says Single Planes In Area Unchallenged
Col. Thomas W. Blackburn said Hawaiian defense would not challenge any aircraft in peacetime unless alerted by the State Department or the Secretary of Defense. He noted 21 radar sightings during the period and stated radar data were not checked against shield plans without a large flight.
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de Blackburn
Bist
Melody Maids Return for Mexia City Auditorium Show
The Melody Maids perform at Mexia City Auditorium Saturday night marking their second appearance in Mexia. After a successful October debut last year the group, noted for its young performers, draws audience support and local praise. The event features the Lions International band and honors past appearances by the troupe.
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Jaycees Plan Christmas Party For Needy Children
In a community effort, the Jaycees organize a Christmas party for underprivileged children. The plan involves donations and local volunteers to provide gifts and meals, aiming to bring holiday cheer to families in need.
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Methodists to Hear High School Choir Sunday Night
A local church program invites the public to hear the high school choir perform Sunday night. Organizers say the concert will feature student solos and ensemble pieces from the choir’s standard repertoire.
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Heer
Benson C. Bentley Appointed 2nd Lt in National Guard
Benson C. Bentley has been appointed 2nd lieutenant in the National Guard. Captain O A Bretis rand, of the Guard unit, announces Bentley’s assignment and outlines duties and initial posting.
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National Guard
O A. Bretis Rand
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