Ordination and building drive at Baptist church
At a Baptist church last Wednesday night Luther Owen was ordained deacon. The ordination presbytery included Revs J B Anderson J D Coleman and deacons S E Harber Ruby Smith Ed Munsell W R Doran and C B Mosley plus Rev J E Anderson of Richland Springs who preached. After the service a budget committee meeting launched the coming year’s campaign as Rev Coleman and Pastor Coleman explained Coleman's resignation and the resolve to stay through the building drive with prayers and support from the congregation.
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Baptist Church
Luther Owen
J. B. Anderson
J. D. Coleman
S. E. Harber
Ruby Smith
Ed Munsell
W. R. Doran
C. B. Mosley
J. E. Anderson
Richland Springs
Coleman
Mrs J C Bishop Dies After Lingering Illness
Mrs J C Bishop died Tuesday morning at 7 45 after a lingering illness of more than three weeks. Born May 24 1884 she came to San Saba with her parents about 34 years ago. Survived by husband who died six years ago two children a daughter 11 and a son 8 parents Mr and Mrs W M McHorse four brothers and three sisters and many relatives. Burial planned Wednesday with arrangements not yet completed.
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J. C. Bishop
San Saba
W. M. McHorse
Herse
Why not buy a Radio for Christmas
A Christmas sales pitch extols radios as perfect satisfia tion. Readers are urged to ask buyers including Floyd Thorp E M Hayes S T Taylor Laws Stroble R L Carter L P Powell H O Timmins Jnc W Ratliff Sid Gibson for testimonials.
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Floyd Thorp
E. M. Hayes
S. T. Taylor Laws Stroble
R. L. Carter
L. P. Powell
H. O. Timmins
Jnc. W. Ratliff
Sid Gibson
Elephants Wiggle Their Ears Explained by Science
The movement of elephant ears is a cooling mechanism. Prof. Richard Hesse of the University of Bonn shows that the ears act as a thermostat, cooling blood as air moves over the ear membranes. The ears beat faster when heat rises, similar to a dog's panting effect.
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Richard Hesse
University of Bonn
Germany
Origin of the loving cup in Edward the Martyr tale
The custom of drinking health traces to Edward the Martyr who was stabbed at Corfe castle while visiting Elfrida in 975. At banquets a single large cup passed person to person as a pledge to protect each other, giving rise to the loving cup.
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Edward
England
Dorset Forest
Corfe Castle
Elfrida
War Babies Graduate From England Public Schools
The first group of war babies to finish public schooling in England are praised by medical and education authorities as the finest specimens of the race. About 200,000 youths have emerged from wartime hardship in prime condition, with today’s fourteen year olds taller and heavier than their parents at the same age. Authorities anticipate great potential from the next generation due to sturdier youth.
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England
British Isles
Why Air Travel Is Popular Among Women
The article notes a rise in women using air travel between England and the continent. It cites more young honeymooners preferring flight to cross-channel steamers, with observers saying women appear at home in the air. Wealthier women can depart Croydon in the morning for Paris shopping and return by dinner, aided by new flight facilities. Several society women have made multiple such trips this season.
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England
Croydon
Paris
London
Goats in Sheep Herds For Predator Control Explored
The practice of keeping goats among sheep in western herds aims to deter dogs and predators and to lead the flock, but its effectiveness remains uncertain as losses still occur. The text also notes orchids' high price due to seven years to mature flowers and long lasting blooms, with care tips. Jacobean furniture derives its name from Latin Jacobus meaning James, reflecting styles of James I to Charles I.
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West
James I
James
Jacobus
Why Desert Nights Are Corn
The air over deserts is usually dry and does not hold heat well. It loses heat quickly as air descends, making desert nights notably cool. English Walnuts arose from Persian varieties in England, where cultivation improved size and flavor, earning the modern name.
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Deserts
England
Hingland
Half Shot at Sunrise at the Palace Christmas Eve
An old theater ad notes Half Shot at Sunrise showing at 11:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve with a claim it is the funniest show ever. Also listed are a chores/job ad, a family visit in Abilene, and fur sale at Market Square with tags furnished by C. G. Baker.
The Cuckoos Star in Half Shot at Sunrise Comedy
Thursday and Friday show highlights Bert Wheeler and Robert Woolsey in Half Shot at Sunrise with The Bounding Nit-Wits in a Gay Paree style. Feature promises the funniest show with comedy admissions including midnight matinees and Sunday safeties. Rex Beach novel adaptation noted.
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the Cuckoos
Bert Wheeler
Robert Woolsey
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Baptist
Budgec
Brethren and Sisters
Merry Christmas
W. R. Harris & Son
Buckhorn Confectionery and Bakery
W. P. Ormand & CO
San Saba, Texas
Retail Merchants Association
R. A. Doran
San Angelo
H. H. Doran
P. L. Capy
J. A. Collins
Misa Ann
Dallas
Theother
John H. Martin
Ras Thorp
C. J. Phillips
Mercury
Texas
W. W. Linkenhager
Abilene
W. R. Baxter
Glen Dale Farm
Market Square
C. G. Baker
Western Electric Sound System
Aphone Act
Robert Montgomery and
Joan Bennett
Rex Beach
Louis Wolheim
Raymond Hatston
Jean Arthur
Gering
Fox News
Terry Toon
Conrad Nagel
Bernice Claire
Haymond Hackett
Tully Marshall
Miarald Loyd
D. J. Smith, Jr
Yours
Morris-Mosley
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