Laredo Times Buys Property and Expands
Laredo Times publisher Whama Prescott Allen announced the purchase of the newspaper building and four lots in Laredo from Fred Werner for 70000 dollars. The expansion plan doubles press capacity next year and a permanent modern home is planned in four to five years when materials are more plentiful. The paper, founded 11 years ago by Maj. James M. Fenn, is now entirely owned by Allen and his family.
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San Marcos Park Fund Gets Check
In San Marcos on August 10 a $200 check was presented to the San Marcos Memorial Recreation Park board by the Junior Chamber of Commerce as the first contribution toward buying the city park. Roy Korcheville, treasurer, received the donation from a committee led by Ed Dyer and Ed Tindds with HW. A. Suelings, Tom Estes and Boyd.
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Session frays light the day after the grand recall
Washington reports a stormy closing of a special congressional session amid sharp exchanges and party barbs. Senators and congressmen exchanged heated words over loyalty probes and adjournment moves as observers debated the political impact and personal stances behind the rapid wrap.
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Barcentrate Promoted By Texas Readers
Mrs Florence Chadwell of Rants 1 San Antonio and G W Mib of Weatherford Vouch for Barcentrate as a safe weight loss aid. They claim dramatic weight drops after starting the product and praise it for helping them feel better. The endorsements appear in local ads in Texan markets.
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General Hodge Receives Doctorate of Laws
Seoul August 10 Lt Gen John R Hodge commander of American forces in South Korea was awarded a doctorate of laws today by a university during a formal ceremony.
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Vote Probe Continues in Alice Allegation Hearing
The Jim Wells grand jury reconvened Monday to investigate irregularities in absentee voting. About 40 witnesses are expected as district clerk Buula Richardson’s records remain in grand jury possession. The probe follows a petition filed with District Judge L. Brother by Raeburn Norris, defendant candidate, against opponent C. E. Helmgreen.
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West Texas Press Group Parley Set For Aug 14
West Texas editors and publishers meet August 14 at Alpine with Dr. Richard M. Hawkins of Sul Ross State Teachers College giving a talk on Our Big Bend National Park. Panel discussions led by Roy Craig and Forrest Weimhold. Officers to be elected. Contest winners announced by James N. Allison. George Baker and Wendell Bedichek to preside.
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Abilene
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Car enters Wisconsin Centennial Exposition in Milwaukee
A 1802 model one cylinder motor car and its designers left St Louis for a 400 mile trip to Milwaukee to enter the vehicle in the Wisconsin Centennial exposition. George P. Dorris Jr chief engineer for the St Louis Motor Carriage Co and A L Dyke publisher parts dealer accompany the car.
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Five Cardinals Awarded Notable Pay Increases
St Louis Cardinals president Bob Hannegan announced new contracts for five players following stellar 1948 performances. Stan Musial Enos Slaughter Ted Wilks and Nippy Jones received raises between 1600 and 3000 dollars each while bonuses remain prohibited. Boston also reworked Johnny Sain’s deal after his All Star Game showing.
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Water show to feature 40 San Marcos swimmers
In San Marcos on August 1 a program at the city recreation park will showcase more than 40 children in a water show at 4 p m under Murray Browne. The event features water skills formation swimming diving clowning races and a junior bathing revue with no admission charge.
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False Teeth Rock Slide or Slip Headline
Advertises FASTEETH powder denture additive claiming to harden fit without slipping while noting odor checks and alkaline formula. Warns readers not to slide or rock dentures and to purchase at drug stores.
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Light Want Ads Highlight Daily Achievements
A brief notice promotes light hearted achievements as everyday results and urges readers to dial F-1231 for courteous service. The fragment hints at a local advertising style emphasizing practical help and community notices.
Doan's Pills Help Kidney Tubes Flush Waste
A vintage health notice urges Doan's Pills as a diuretic to aid kidneys in removing excess acids and toxins. It describes symptoms like backache swelling and fatigue and promotes Doan's as a trusted remedy used for over six decades.
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