Towners Mistakenly Fear Cotton Drought Affects Trade
The text contrasts urban worry with rural reality, noting that city observers misread grass drying as cotton trouble. It highlights tension between businessmen and farmers amid drought rumors and local vigilance.
Blanton criticized as demagogue in editorial stance
The editorial clarifies its position on Tom Blanton, stating the piece aimed to call him a first class demagogue and urge rejection by voters in the district rather than praise. It emphasizes the intent to repudiation and defeat by the people.
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Tom Blanton
Blanton
Barefoot Girl Faces Barefoot Boy Legacy Challenge
The piece mocks a young woman’s attempt to rival the famed barefoot boy by daring to go barefoot. It playfully questions whether she will prove her stamina by walking on rough West Texas grass burrs and deer-heads, highlighting a comic gendered comparison.
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Barefoot Boy
Governor Race Promises Strong Texas Election
The Stamford endorsement notes several capable candidates including James V. Allred who spoke well and impressed voters. If Allred reaches a runoff, expected rivals include Clint Small Edgar Witt or Tom Hunter. The piece credits multiple contenders and hopes for a less bitter August primary with a capable governor regardless of outcome.
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Texas
James V. Allred
Allred
Stamford
Clint Small
Edgar Witt
Tom Hunter
The Knot Hole by Dick The Knot Hole
A local river outing page features townsfolk in swimsuits and chatter about events. Names include Bill Leavitt Joe Rutherford Parker Gardner and others as rumors stir about business shifts and reunion plans.
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Bill Leavitt
Joe Rutherford
Parker Gardner
Guy Cannon
R. L. McClure
Rufus
Roscoe
Brose
Focal Hanson
Agnes
Mes
D. A. Bandeen
Leslie Meyer
Earl Loop
Bill Kinney
Corpus
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