Farm policy debates and place names in American towns
The text questions farm aid amid inflation and Washington controls for 22 million farm people while contrasting farm life with city life. It notes benefits favor big farmers, discusses the origin of place names from founders and early settlers, and cites examples like Sangre de Cristo, Corpus Christi, Santa Cruz, and Santa Fe reflecting Christian influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chavez and
Farm Workers Union
Washington
U. S
Southwest
Sangre de Cristo Range
New Mexico
Corpus Christi
Texas
Santa Cruz
Santa Fe
Holy Cross
Is Farm Outlook Linked To National Strength
The reflection questions whether farm unemployment and aid policies should favor broad farming support over a small group of commercial farmers. It argues that stronger farms underpin national resilience and that improving life on farms benefits the entire country.
End the Armaments and Wars Aimed at True Relief
The writer equates ending wars with ending slavery and asks what it would take to stop armaments and conflicts. It critiques big money interests in weapons production and questions the cost in lives and training for young men, urging a global relief from war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abraham Lincoln
Questioning communism versus capitalism and rights
The speaker argues that excess capitalism corrupts government and asks if communism would bring worse evils. They claim Reds strip people of property and rights and question whether the Iron Curtain offers true freedom. They challenge the Reds to show how communism improves life and avoids serfdom.
Texas Born at Washington-on-the-Brazos Remembered on Anniversary
The 137th Texas birthday observance at Washington-on-the-Brazos features speakers including Governor Briscoe and Lt. Governor Hobbs. A replica of the unfinished Independence Convention hall still stands, marking the birthplace of Texas and its early history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Washington-on the-Brazos
Briscoe
Hobbs
Price Daniel, Jr
Sam Houston
Washington-on-the-Brazos
Andrew Robinson
The
Brazos
Austin
Robinson
Washington
Georgia
Gonzales
San Felipe
Henry Smith
Jam
Washington - On - the Brazos
Lavaca County Awards Honor Mullins and Janak for Conservation Work
Lavaca County recognizes Judge Claude B. Mullins as Outstanding Professional Man for his leadership in the De Go La RC D Project and youth programs. Mrs. Joseph D. Janak is named Texas Conservation Home Maker of the Year for her homemaking and conservation efforts. The Lavaca SWCD entry also competed in State and Region III events and in the Goodyear competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lavaca
Claude B. Mullins
Mullins
Rc&d
SWCD
County Commissioners Court
Ile
Judge Mullins
Hallettsville
United States
Joseph D. Janak
Texas
Family Visit Highlights Deer Park and Houston Guests
Visiting Saturday were Mr. Frank Gibson and son Matthew of Deer Park and Mr. Sam L Gibson with daughters Susan and Lori of Beasley. Sunday visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Cochran and son Charles and their daughter and son-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Mark Brown ll of Houston, all in the W. L. Gibson home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Gibson
Matthew
Deer Park
Sam L., Gibson
Susan
Lori
Beasley
Eugene Cochran
Charles
Mark Brown, Ll
Houston
W. L. Gibson
San Antonio guests visit Ma linek and Rosenauer homes
Mrs Gene Boehm and daughters Sue Robin and Mary Beth of San Antonio were weekend guests in the homes of Emma Rosenauer and the Malineks. Also visiting were Mr and Mrs Erwin Skalka and Mr and Mrs Willie Meyer of Schulenburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gene Boehm
Sue
Robin
Mary Beth
San Antonio
Emma Rosenauer
Henry Malineks
Malinek
Erwin Skalka
Willie Meyer
Schulenburg
Lavaca County Farmers Called for USDA Production Expense Survey
Lavaca County farmers will be surveyed as part of a national study by the U S Department of Agriculture to chart current farm production expenses. Charles J Caudill notes 20 Texas producers and 2 000 nationwide will be included, with visits beginning this term to report 1951 2 farm expenses. Information remains confidential and will aid in farm program planning and economic analysis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lavaca County
Charles. J. Caudill
Texas Crop and Livestock Reporting Service
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Caudill
USDA
Juliu s Novak New Beaumont Coach
Julius Novak long time athletic director and head football coach at Beaumont Kelly High School has accepted Lanier High School in Austin as head coach. Novak led teams to four championships and a runner up finish in District 1 AAA of the TCU. he is Schulenburg High School and University of Texas alumnus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julius
Sonny) Novak
Beaumont
Kelly High School
Lanier Hi School
Austin
Novak
TCU
Schulenburg High School
University of Texas
Watson Baby Doing Fine After Mishap
Three month old Jason Watson son of Mr and Mrs Dick Watson of Flatonia recovers from critical injuries after a February 1 hot water heater explosion. He suffered broken ribs and a ruptured liver, was treated at Brackenridge Hospital Austin, and has returned home to his grandparents with his brothers uninjured. Coach Watson commutes to Flatonia for teaching assignments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jason Watson
Dick Watson
Flatonia
Watson
Brackenridge Hospital
Austin
Jason
JA. D. Watson
Bradley
Ron
Flatoonia
Smithville
Early Texas Pioneer Father Muldoon Guided East Bernard
Wharton County historian recounts Father Miguel Muldoon, the Irish priest who arrived in 1831 and aided settlers, earning trust of Stephen F. Austin. The story covers his capture by Santa Anna, land grants across present Texas, and ties to William H. Wharton, with East Bernard and Muldoon lore highlighted in Wharton County history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flatonia
Muldoon
Miguel Muldoon
John I. Marik
Fast
East Bernard
Father MuLdoon
Texas
Ireland
San Felipe
Samuel May Williams
Austin
R. M. Williamson
Willie
Luke Lesassier
Paddy
County Meath
Kilmore
Seville
Spain
Mexico
Santa Anna
San Patricio
San Patricio County
Stephen F. Austin
Saltillo
Ant. Musquiz
Padre
Galveston
Wharton, Fayette
Lavaca
Wharton County
Marik
Wharton Co
John A
William H. Wharton
San Jacinto
Washington
Wm. Wharton
Early settlement and notable locals in Fay ette and Lavaca counties
Lavaca County mentions Fay ette County settlement in 1886 with Muldoon rising. First Anglo settlers then German and Czech families. A local post office, buildings, and doctor Dr. H. Mitchell are noted. Nearby rock quarries supplied rock to Galveston. Wharton brothers, John Austin and William, died in 1838 and 1839 respectively, John by date and William by accidental pistol shot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lavaca County
Fayette County
Muldoon
H. ‘Sh. Mitchell
Wharton
John Austin Wharton
William
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Ben F .McCormick
Statistical Reporting Service
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Mr. Novak
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Everybody Fed
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Jackson Couch
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Charles B. DiLlon
Robert Etlinger
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