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Newspaper
San Saba News
Location
San Saba, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1920
Page
4
Dr H H Butler says RAT SNAP works whether rats are visible, urging immediate use to prevent brood. Three sizes sold by The Corner Drug Store and Qualls Hardware with guarantee. Also notes upcoming showings at Majestic and a new tailor shop behind Palace Barber Shop run by Homer Kalb.
The United States Geological Survey and Texas Board of Water Engineers completed a detailed topographic survey of the San Saba Valley. Field work ran February to June with 85 square miles mapped for dam height, water impoundment, reservoir depth, and tillable land. Chief Topographer Monbeck praised local hospitality and noted the survey aids assessing the irrigation project's feasibility and cost.
In a letter from San Antonio, visiting party members express admiration for the valley, predicting it will become a garden spot of the state once properly irrigated, with thanks to residents and a note that memories of the stay will linger. Also notes a testimonial for Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription from Mrs. Annie VP of Epps, and a local update: B. D. Sullivan reports new Army Shoes at his Second Hand Store on the east side public square.
A Plainfield notice touts RAT SNAP for rat and odor control sold by The Corner Drug Store and Qualls Hardware Co. Other items promote a Majestic theater feature The Great Air Robbery with Omar Locklear and Eddie Polo There is a brief obituary for Emma Ruth Taylor and a report of W J Moore returning to his former home with notes on local residents and Mission visitors.
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