J M Robertson Dies at Gonzales
J M Robertson 87 died at his Gonzales home Thursday night. Survived by wife, two children, parents Mr and Mrs O B Robertson, three brothers Harper W Aspae R Rowebsoit 8 f thiy pl us Betty thay awt Ts M Po Lp U p and Mrs W Lo Dunneg of ims Pinta. Funeral Friday evening by Rev Lor P Johns of Ep Church. He left R L Robertson former adjutant general of Texas and served in the Navy in World War I.
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M Po
W. Lo Dunneg
Ims Pinta
Historic roots of newspapers in ancient Rome and China
The history notes Rome’s Acta Diurna and China’s Peking Gazette as early news forms. It cites Public Occurrences as the first U S newspaper in 1690, a small quarto sheet.
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Rome
Acta Diurna
Peking
United States
Texas to Produce Half of Pecans in U S
Texas is projected to yield about 32 000 000 pounds of pecans in 1931, roughly half of U S production. The national total is estimated at 75 540 000 pounds, with Oklahoma the next largest state at 10 007 000 pounds and Louisiana 1 500 000 pounds. Alabama and Missouri are listed at 400 000 and 300 000 pounds respectively.
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Texas
U.S
Austin
United States
Ceril H. Ropiosa
United States Department
Txas
Oklahoma
Missouri
Alabama
Waffle versatility praised as staple food
The article extols waffles as highly adaptable across meals from breakfast to supper. It highlights basic batter that stores for later use, and suggests serving options including butter, syrup, bacon, jam, or cream sauces to fit family preferences and improvise tea parties.
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Inneh
Fraser chapel dedication draws Woodmen of the World to San Antonio
Thousands of Woodmen of the World from across the nation gathered in San Antonio to dedicate the William Alexander Fraser chapel and bird sanctuary on the W O W War Memorial hospital grounds. U S Senator Morris Sheppard gave the principal address as national officers joined Protestant Catholic and Jewish ministers in the ceremony. The Ninth Infantry band from Fort Sam Houston played while music recitals and organ works accompanied the event.
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San Antonio
Texas
Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Association
William Alexander Fraser
W. O. W. War Memorial
W. O. W. Pilcrims
U. S
Morris Sheppard
Ninth Infantry
Fort Sam Houston
St. Mark’s
Gem superstitions on garnet and amethyst
The garnet is said to grant health, peace between friends, and wealth while fortifying the heart. The amethyst allegedly dispels sleep, sharpens wit, prevents drunkenness, aids soldiers in victory, and guards against sorcery.
Miss Sydonia Beran Hosts Schoolmates Party
Miss Sydonia Beran entertained a number of her schoolmates at the Berans home on Friday evening November 20. They played various games and enjoyed refreshments of cake sandwiches and lemonade. Hosts say everyone had a good time.
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Sydonia Beran
John Beran
Golden Age of Furniture Design in the late 18th century
The period known as the Golden Age saw Chippendale Heppelwhite Sheraton and the Brothers Adam shaping distinctive furniture. French and American pieces were crafted alongside and contribute to the era’s renown.
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Chippendale, Heppelwhite
Sheraton
Adam
France
America
Houston man visits family then travels to Austin
E. G. Kaase of Houston spent the early part of last week visiting his parents Mr and Mrs F C Kaase in the city. He then traveled to Austin for a few days visits with relatives and friends and renewed his subscription to The Eye while there.
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E. G. Kaase
Houston
F. C. Kaase
Austin
Mr. Kaase
The
Eye
Macao Location and Size in China Briefly Described
The Portuguese colony of Macao sits on an island at the southwest mouth of the Canton river off the coast of Kwangtung province China. It covers 11 square miles and has about 80 000 residents. It lies just across a narrow channel from the British colony Hongkong.
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Macao
Canton River
Kwangtung Province
China
Hongkong
Local Resident Renews Paper Subscription for One Year
Joachim Siems of Shiner Route One called The EKglific on Friday to renew his subscription for another year.
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Joachim Siems
Shiner
Contay Special Bleach Promise for Skin Whitening
An advertisement claims Contay Special Bleach removes freckles tan liver moles and facial blemishes while leaving skin soft and white. It states the cream stimulates blood circulation to carry off impurities with A F Kotzebuk Drug Co as the supplier.
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A. F. Kotzebuk Drug CO
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