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Newspaper
San Saba News
Location
San Saba, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1932
Page
1
Attendance at last Saturday's old settlers meeting was light but enthusiastic about keeping the reunion alive. The group aims to keep the event tied to the county fair tradition and plans another countywide meeting on Saturday, June 11, to form committees and discuss ways and means, possibly coordinating with an entertainment by Wiley BR Murray Post American Legion.
The Southern District of the Comanche Trail Council held its first training session Monday night at the First Presbyterian Church in San Saba. Scoutmaster O E Winebrinner led the Brownwood troop. G N Quirl served as Senior Patrol Leader with San Saba leaders aiding. A widespread turnout from Richland Springs Lampasas Goldthwaite Brownwood and San Saba followed with enthusiasm and a camp-style weiner feast.
Richland Springs vocational agriculture teacher Powell led his students Amos Crouch Syd Locklear and George Marsh to the Heart of Texas Dairy Show in Dublin where they won the Laying Cup for first in dairy judging scoring 710 points. Itasca won 721 points with Comyn and Proctor third and fourth. This victory marks three trophy cups for the Richland Springs group this year.
R C Robertson was summoned to San Angelo Saturday morning after a message announced the death of his estranged wife at 6 30 AM following a sudden illness. Mrs Robertson, a nurse, leaves a seven year old son. Mr and Mrs A P Fowler and children J Nell and Elaine, and Mrs B A Cooke of Van visited their parents in Sen Saba last week.
The BE W McInnis dry goods store plans a move this month to the former Morris Mosley stand on Wallace street in San Saba. McInnis arrived from Mississippi a year ago and marked his first Texas anniversary by building a trusted reputation for clean dependable merchandise, quick turnover, and small profits. He invites readers to watch for his updated space next week.
The Grammar School graduation exercise celebrated a class of 45 advancing to high school. Rev Bela Watson offered the invocation. Marjorie Oliver was salutatorian Hazel Smith valedictorian. Carlos C Ashley delivered the address using the proverb as you sow so shall you reap.
Wednesday afternoon a group of young women organized a Junior Missionary Society at Mrs. W. S. Pence home. Meetings will be at First Methodist Church on the first and third Wednesdays. Mrs. Pence elected sponsor with officers Oral Harkey chairing, George Hopkins vice chair, Brock Ashby secretary treasurer, Dickie Owen social service, Betsye Jane Walters reporter. The program committee includes Mrs. Margaret Miller Mrs. A B Puckett and Betsye Jane Walters. Mascot named Little Miss Lauciadelle Brown. Rev E E Thomson performed the marriage ceremony for Joe Comer and Miss Thelma Ket chum at the minister's residence Saturday morning soon after 12 o'clock.
Prof Noel Wood spends vacation at home in Algerita community after closing San Gabriel school in Milam county last week He plans summer study at the university and has been honored with a likely re election to lead the school for another year
Mrs Harry Davenport of Kress returned home Monday after visiting her sister Mrs Luckie in San Saba. She also spent a couple of days with another sister Mrs Lewis Kirkpatrick near Junction.
The Live Stock Parley at the J. H. Burke ranch last Friday drew 150 to 200 visitors and 50 to 75 ranchers. Demonstrations covered de-horning creep feeders and trench silos, with tours to Burke and Wallace Creek ranches showcasing registered White Face cattle and modern equipment. County Agent N. E. Scudder led the event with local aides. the chamber of commerce backs future parleys.
R A Blucher Lampasas district superintendent for Texas Power and Light spoke at the Lions Club noon lunch, tracing the company history from 1912 to a 175000 kw Trinidad plant, noting Texan industrial growth. Ladies Night planned for the third Tuesday in June. New officers include Cummins as president and Little, Sampson, Oliver, Allen, Puckett, Woods, Moore, and Hillman as directors.
Good rains drenched San Saba and nearby areas Saturday night with more than half to an inch in other sections. San Saba recorded 0.60 inch, pushing May totals to 6.15 inches and the year-to-date to 21.75 inches, as countywide rainfall was reported across communities.
J. T. McConnell sent out another larger consignment of wool to Boston parties. The shipment carried about 150000 pounds and included the full car slip from the J. H. Burke ranch in this county. Total shipped in two weeks exceeds 200000 pounds with nearly a quarter million moved, and about 150000 pounds remain stored for future dispatch.
The 4-H Club Boys of Richland Springs won first place and the Loving Cup at the Heart of Texas Dairy Show in Dublin on May 18, scoring 727 points in dairy judging. Prentice Mann and Willard Pool were in the class, with Willard named high point man and set to receive a gold medal. Mrs. W T Fisher returns to Brownwood after visiting Rev and Mrs E E Thomson in San Saba where Mrs Thomson is recovering from illness.
A fragment discusses modern techniques in livestock management aimed at boosting profits for ranchers and farmers. It notes evolving practices and potential efficiency gains, focusing on practical applications in agriculture.
The Richland Springs Alumni Association banquet and homecoming, sponsored by the local PTA, was held Friday night in the Baptist church basement. Toastmaster Prof. B Reagan praised the school’s progress, with Noble Prentice elected president for the coming year and Otis Graham among speakers from the class of 1909.
R. Uncle Dick Kolb and Mrs Kolb of the Colony community marked their 63rd anniversary with a quiet celebration at home. The couple, aged 91 and 81, reportedly rode horseback to Lampasas to marry in frontier days and have two children and eight grandchildren.
Scout Master E L Brown assisted by Harry Doran led the local Boy Scout Troop on a weekend hike along Cherokee Creek at the J N Alexander ranch. The group hunted fished hiked cooked swam and practiced many Scout program stunts showing sportsmanlike behavior.
The Richland Springs Home Demonstration Club met May 19 with Mrs. Luther Brown. Miss Dry demonstrated wardrobe space and living room arrangement. Eleven to seventeen members enjoyed ice cream and cake. Next meeting June 2 with Mrs. J. K. Alford. all members urged to attend and bring a guest. Miss Norma Les Oliver visits her parents and will teach next year at Harmony school. Miss Lillian Rich visits Perry Iowa. E. W. Rowland visits the Rowland family at the Methodist parsonage.
In a special session all members ordered a blanket 10 percent reduction on real estate values for 1931 on the tax rolls and approved 1932 renditions at the same 10 percent below 1931. The court had already reduced livestock valuations, responding to taxpayer pressure from the Taxpayers League and county citizens.
C B Sturdivant announces his candidacy for San Saba County Tax Assessor. A lifelong Democrat and 19 year resident, he has sold Watkins products for five years and pledges a hard working economical administration if nominated. He plans a thorough county canvass to meet every voter before the July primary.
J. D. Heatherly of Richland Springs vocational agriculture wins a scholarship to John Tarleton Agriculture College for an all around farm program. He manages three projects including 22 turkeys, a 12 acre crop of corn, and 20 acres of maize while serving as president of the Richland Springs FFA chapter.
Miss Dry and Mrs. Clayton visited and held conferences with several ladies last week. Four have already entered the Living Room Contest this year: Mmes. Rimmer Munsell, Terry Walker, Helen Terry of Pecan Grove, and Kelley Vardeman of Bethel. About ten more are expected to enter.
A. A. Allison died in Dallas with services set for Thursday at 4 PM in the First Methodist Church. He was the son of the late Judge W. M. Allison. No cause of death or further details are available. A fuller report will follow next week.
Miss Frances Koonce of Brownwood works as a sales lady at E. W. McInnis dry goods. She invites San Saba ladies to call on her at the store for assistance and shopping.
Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Crossley of Canyon visited their parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Smelser, at the Chappel Parsonage. Misses Fayola and Peggy Gillette accompanied them for a brief visit before returning home.
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