Old Cattle Trails of the Southwest
George Barrow recalls his early trail driving days in Texas to Kansas, describing cattle drives from Lockhart to the Smoky River, a buffalo hunt, river crossings, Indian skirmishes, and a peerless open range life. The narrative ends with reflections on progress, modern commerce, and a longing for the old trail.
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Richardson Echo
George Barrow
George
Wichita
Lockhart
Texas
Smoky River
Old Fort Hyes
Kansas
Bill Montgomery
South
Waxahachie
Uncle
Fort Worth
Miss Buffalo
Jones
Canadian
Tennessee
Lone Prairie
Sewanee
Blue Bonnet
Medina County
Austin Callan
Insurance Ad Highlights Tornado and Hail Coverage
An insurance notice promotes protection for homes against tornado and hail with claims of a 200000 loss in 30 minutes at Henrietta and 108 claims paid at Sweetwater for 30 minutes hail. It stresses reliable service and states we pay if you lose, urging policy with E. L. Collings Insurance Company.
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Henrietta
Sweetwater
E. L. Collings Insurance Company
Not Guilty Athlete Question Sparks Freshman Shower Inquiry
A confusing exchange centers on a freshman’s missing shower bath and a question about whether an athlete took one, prompting questions about procedure and accountability.
Ladies Calling Cards Printed at Local Office
A historical note reports ladies calling cards neatly printed at a local office, signaling social etiquette and era fashion details within the community operations.
Dawn Mender and Night Keeper Ad Reflections
Poetic prompt asks who repairs dawn and holds back night as readers scan ads for trends and fads. The piece intertwines questions of daily renewal with consumer notices and seasonal triggers. The tone resembles a literary column inviting contemplation amid classified-style references.
Pecos Steam Laundry Seeks Local Laundry Work
Home steam laundry now in operation offers pickup and delivery. Rough dried, 40 cents per dozen. Phone 168. 30-tf
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Pecos
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John P. Stolander
Chicago
L. G. Rowntree
Rochester
N. Y
Chicago Medical Society of Internal Medicine
Rowntree
W. D. Hudson, JR
E. F. Furqua
W. E. Wilson
E. J. Weyer
E. F. Fuqua
H. & T. C. By Co. Survey
Loving County
Bell
Toyah-Bell Wells
S. Harvard Blvd
Los Angeles
Calif
West Fourth St
I. E. Smith
Mr. Weyer
Wm. Fox
New York
London
Boston
O. D. Dalton
Yakiesta
Delton
Norwoods Cash Grocery
W. Reinhardt
Pecos, Texas
Tovasco
Toyah Valley Sulphur Company
Mines and Shipping Office
Orla
New Orleans
Gates
Michelin Cords
Michelin and Gates
Marshally. Pior
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