Market news from Texas and national grain and fruit trade
Austin reports a government crop deterioration lowering Texas cotton to 11 516 000 bales and national yield to 4 075 000 bales. Prices rose in New York and New Orleans with steady markets. Texas spot rates held near 23.90 to 24.55 cents for cotton and grain bids varied across wheat and corn. Egg and poultry markets shifted upward on limited supply, with fruit and vegetable shipments led by watermelons and peaches. prices for Texas produce and national trade figures are listed for buyers and retailers.
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Austin
Texas Radio Market News Service
Texas
New York
New Orleans
Dallas
Houston
Galveston
Kansas City
Chicago
The History of Consolidation in U S Railroads
The article traces railroad consolidation from early short lines to large systems, noting class distinctions and growth to thousands of miles. It covers 19th and early 20th century merging trends, legal challenges, and the 1920 Transportation Act prompting the ICC to draft a consolidation plan.
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Jas. J. Hill
E. H. Harriman
United States
Department of Justice
Supreme Court
Opinmon
Esc-Cummins
Interstate Commerce Commission
Congress
Rail consolidation must follow Interstate Commerce Commission plan
Walter Splain quotes warn that the 1920 Transportation Act envisions consolidations bound to the ICC plan, overriding state laws and constitutions. He notes the radical policy shift and questions whether the Supreme Court will uphold such legislation amid likely state challenges.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Supreme Court
Commission
Walter Splawn
The Sticker That Haunts Retail
A Patton's Monthly piece voices the hidden culprit behind 15,000 retailer failures yearly. It labels the unadvertised product as the source of poor sales, cash register silence, and customer dissatisfaction, urging attention to overlooked shelf and pricing issues.
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Patton’s Monthly
ENTERPRISE print range noted as superior to rivals
A brief note claims the Enterprise print is just a little better than the rest, highlighting its quality and appeal. The statement positions the Enterprise as a preferred choice among readers seeking reliable local coverage.
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Enterprise
Mrs Birge Holt Hosts Barstow Bridge Morning
Mrs. Birge Holt entertaining guests at her Barstow home Wednesday morning included Miss Elizabeth Andrews of Norman Oklahoma. Bridge was played with a three course luncheon at noon. Prizes went to Miss Andrews for guest prize and Mrs Mabel Beauchamp for second prize. Mrs J W Moore won first prize, mahogany candle sticks. Attending guests included Miss Katherine Forrester of Dallas and numerous Barstow and Pecos residents.
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Elizabeth Andrews
Norman
Oklo
Katherine Forrester
Dallas
Geo. Barstow
Chas. Dodson
Chas. Dyer
Irby Dyer
T. F. Moore
O. P. Jenson
Barstow
Mesdames Beauchamp
Bell
Collie
Crane
Ferris
Howard
Hudson
J. W. Moore
Prickett, Russell
Tudor
Pecos
Furr Oversees Toyah Business After Bessire Farewell
J. L. Furr is in Toyah this week handling the business of the late F. A. Bessire. He is regarded as a first rate business man with many friends who would welcome his return to Toyah with his family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Furr
Toyah
F. A. Bessire
Mr. Furr
Calotabs touts modern ease in de nauseated form
An advertisement extols Calotabs as a de nauseated calomel tablet with no taste no griping and no nausea promising a good night’s sleep and a purified system. It notes the price a money back guarantee through the druggist and warns of its original sealed packaging. A separate public notice announces a trustee sale in Reeves County Texas for a 320 acre land parcel with detailed legal description and terms.
Toyah Independent School District Seeks Depository Bid
The Board of Trustees will meet on September 1 1923 to award the district funds depository for the ensuing year. Sealed bids must be in the secretary's hands by 4 p m that day. Mrs W E Morton Toyah Texas secretary of the board.
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Toyah Independent School District
W. E. Morton
Toyah
Texas
Sheriff’s Sale in Reeves County Texas
The State of Texas Reeves County sheriff act on an order of sale dated August 9 1923. The property listed is all of Section Eight in Block 20 Public School Land Reeves County Texas. Sale to occur September 4 1923 between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM at the Pecos county courthouse door for cash.
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State of
Texas
Harris
Roy I. Biggs
Gaston A. Riggs
John H. Freeman
Reeves County
G. A. Stowers Furniture Company
I. Roy I. Biggs
Pecos
David Penn
Pecos Ri
J. W. Price
Varas
Timintio Hernandez
Hernandez
Reeves
District Court
S. C. Vaughan
A. D
C. L. Jeffrey
W. S. Fox
M. I. Fox
J. A. Holmes
E. W. Jeffrey
Ebever
Caih
Levy
E. B. Kiser
R. G. Middleton
Blonde Bess Opines on Flapper Fashion as Barbed Wire
Blonde Bess remarks that flapper outfits resemble barbed wire fencing for women’s clothing, offering protection without blocking the view. The analogy frames fashion as a protective barrier that preserves modesty while showcasing trends.
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Blonde Bess
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days by Druggists Refund Promise
Drug advertisement claims PAZO OINTMENT cures itching bleeding and protracted piles within six to fourteen days with a refund if it fails. It promotes Blue Star Remedy for eczema dermatitis and a range of skin conditions and notes Pecos Drug Company sells them.
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RADIO
Uncle Jaxson
Warren Harding
Marion
Ohio
Ward
Gov. Smith
Dismissaf
Walter S. Ward
Baker
Aut
Spees
Clarence Peters
Walter Ward
Self
Little
Pense
Calvin Coolidge Catsin Coolidge
Massachusetts
Plymead
Chester A. Arthur
James A. Garfield
Vi V Moxton
Harrison
Pecos Drug Company
J. A. Palmer
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