Texas Outlaws and Gunfighters of Reconstruction Era
Bill Longley survived three hangings after rope broke twice and rumors of fake devices. Fort Worth marshal Jim Courtright and Luke Short figures feature in gunfighter lore. The Rondout train robbery in Illinois yielded the largest loot, about $2 million, with three of the five thieves from Texas.
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Bill Longley
Longely
Texas
Jim Courtright
Courtright
Fort Worth
Courtwright
Luke Short
Short
Rondout
THIS AND THAT Cyclone Davis backs Yarborough in race
A cryptic editorial line suggests Cyclone Davis endorses Yarborough arguing like minded supporters align. The phrase birds of a feather appears to signal political affinity and shared views between the two figures.
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Cyclone Davis
Yarborough
Tceo
Shivers — a national figure with growing gubernatorial support
The text portrays Allan Shivers as a strong governor with careful spending and broad national stature. It contrasts Yar Borough’s campaign with promises, while noting Eisenhower's support and admiration for Shivers, highlighting his favorable record in office.
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Shivers
Yar Borough
Eisenhower
Guv
Allan Shivers
Pampa Man Foresees Extreme Heat Through 1956
John Young of Pampa Texas warns in the Dallas News of severe future heat. He predicts record temperatures reaching 128 to 140 degrees in shade in July 1855 and July 1956 and urges collective prayer for mercy in 1955 and 1956.
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John Young
Pampa
Texas
Dallas News
Predicting terror and pleasure in a shattered world
Gilbert Hitchet argues in Man's Unconquerable Mind that modern nations chase abundance yet invite trouble. He notes uneven effects of showers across a county and contrasts Greek indulgence with enduring spiritual aims as Christianity gains strength amid decline of empires.
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Gilbert Hitchet
Yarborough Promises Veterans Bonus and Aged Pension
The letter argues against a veterans bonus and aged pension, contending only the legislature can grant public funds. It states benefits would cover all veterans, including the wealthy, and questions why taxpayers should fund people who do not need it. It urges public disclosure of pension entitlements and portrays such programs as a racket.
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Yarborough
Texas
Indiana
Burial expense claim time limit for veterans
A veteran burial expense reimbursement claim must be filed within two years after the date of burial.
Cyclone Davis II Helps Trigger Texas Governor Runoff
Arlen B. Davis, known as Cyclone for his father's nickname, gained fame by aiding a runoff in the Texas governor’s race. His 16,000 votes in the July primary helped force a Shivers Yarbo runoff, a result he helped shape despite previously suing Time magazine over being labeled perennial.
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Arlen B. Davis
Cyclone
Shivers
Yarborough
Cyclone Davis II
Texas
Cyclone Davis
Time Magazine
Time
Davis
Seaweed accumulates centuries in Sargasso Sea region
Rockport reports coastal officials noting sargassum washups on Texas shores driven by southeast winds. The Director of Coastal Fisheries describes the Sargasso Sea's vast 2 million square miles holding about 10 million tons of weed and explains how Caribbean currents move it toward Florida and the Atlantic.
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Rockport
The
Game and Fish Commission
Yucatan Channel
Florida
Atlantic
Sargasso Sea
Gulf
North Atlantic
West Indies
South Pacific
United States
Big Pigs Do Better With Sow-30 Feeding
Ad promotes Nutrena Sow-30 as essential for larger healthier pig litters. Claims feeding during gestation yields bigger pigs. recommends about 12 pounds per pig and 100 pounds per sow. Ends with contact for Moulton Farmers Co-Op Gin & Mill Co.
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Moulton Farmers Co-Op Gin & Mill Co
Buffelgrass Not Superior According to Texas Tests
Texas Agricultural Experiment Station researchers at College Station report two years of yield tests on buffelgrass, showing no overall superiority to other good summer grasses. Trials, started in spring 1952 by Professors Holt and Bashaw, involved 12 introductions and noted drought affecting phosphoric acid deficiency and that rhizomatous strains may be better. Full results in Progress Report 1667, Agricultural Information Office, College Station, Texas.
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College Station
Texas Agricultural Experiment Station
BE. C. Holt
RE. C. Bashaw
Department of Agronomy
Texas A. & M. College
Africa
Mediterranean
Agricultural Information Office
Texas
Lions Elect International President Monroe L. Nute
Monroe L. Nute of Kennett Square Pennsylvania was elected International President at Lions International 37th Annual Convention in New York City Lions International has more than half a million members in 11 000 clubs in 58 countries and peoprophiest locations is the world s largest service club organization
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Monroe L. Nute
Kennett Square
Pennsylvania
Lions International
New York City
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Moulton Fagre
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