Polar North Film Display Captivates City Audience
A new Northland panorama shown in Taylor presents realistic scenes of polar bears walruses and reindeer with Eskimo figures and stark landscapes. Viewers are urged to experience the differing cinema unlike ordinary films and to attend the final showing to hear explorer Dr Ruskin describe the expedition and rescue of the Steffanson party on Wrangel Island.
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First State Bank and Trust Co Holds Annual Stockholders Meeting
The annual stockholders meeting of First State Bank & Trust Co was held yesterday with the bank reported in splendid condition. Five percent dividend ordered and substantial amount added to the surplus fund. Directors re-elected and then reaffirmed officers: Robert J. Eckhardt president Oscar B Roberts vice president Robert C. Eckhardt cashier Ernest L. Womack cashier John F. O'Shea.
Amortization in Federal Farm Loan Mortgages
Washington analysis of the Federal Farm Loan Act highlights amortization as the method to retire debt. Loans run five to forty years with equal annual or semiannual payments, allowing borrowers to pay off after year five and reinvest profits into land and livestock. The plan aims to limit foreclosures and encourage productive use of borrowed funds.
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Williamson County Ginners Report Shows Record Cotton Gin
Crop reporter Wm. YT Armstrong records 115,002 bales ginned in Williamson County from 1916 crop before Jan 1, 1916, signaling a strong season ahead. In Washington, Rep. Lindberg calls for re opening of the 1912 money trust investigation, accusing the U S money of gambling and the Federal Reserve Board of entangling with bankrupt European nations.
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Washington, D. C
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Money Trust
United States
Federal Reserve Board
Europe
Col. Thurston Passes Away In Texas Headquarters
Col Nathaniel Thurston commanded the 74th New York Infantry and died at his headquarters at midnight from apoplexy in McAllen Texas on Tuesday continuing the war’s toll on officers.
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Nathaniel Thurston
74Th New York Infantry
Democrats Plan Inheritance Tax to Boost Revenue
Washington lawmakers authorize raising 525 million dollars through an inheritance tax, an excess profits tax of eight percent on corporations and partnerships, and bonds. Secretary McAdoo approves the Ways and Means Committee decision.
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Lattimore Moves Resolution on Railway Commissioner Vote
Senator Lattimore introduces a resolution urging Senate to comply with state democratic mandate and vote for railway commissioner. The measure triggers a lively discussion and is deferred to executive session where the Governor's vacation appointee was confirmed.
Brown to wrestle Friday night in Houston
Pet Brown will debut this year in Houston Friday night facing Wilfred Barrett in a 165 pound finish match at the City Auditorium. Both men usually weigh 165 and may drop to 158 for the middleweight limit. Tickets available at 502 Main Street rooms 2 and 2A, Alexander’s, Capitol Hotel, and C L and Tht. Bering’s. an “On the Mat” booklet will be sold the night of the match. Barrett arrives in Houston today.
Public Wants Curing Plant for the County
A. W. Sherill County Demonstration Agent urges a meat curing plant to prevent spoilage and cut costs. He cites last year’s record of over 250000 pounds cured without spoilage and argues it would benefit farmers in Georgtown Taylor Granger Bartlett and Hutto by enabling earlier finishing and cheaper meat, keeping dollars in the county. He calls for farmer demand and local action.
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Granger
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Hutto
Times
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Farm Loan Act rules and Texas inauguration details
The article outlines Farm Loan Act borrowing rules for farmers forming associations with at least ten members and $20,000 in initial loans, plus steps to organize, authorize, and appoint a loan committee. It also covers Texas gubernatorial inauguration events in Austin on January 16, 1917, with speeches, oath, and a capitol ball and reception led by Governor James B. Ferguson.
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James B. Ferguson
Texas
Taylor Maintains Usual Fire Insurance Rate With 15 Percent Reduction
City of Taylor retains a 37 cent fire insurance rate after the Fire Rating Board approved a 15 percent reduction due to a strong fire record over the past twelve years. Net premiums total $40 246.46 with losses at $6 552.09 for 1916, a 16 4 to 10 percent loss ratio. City Manager Dozier notes the reduction is valid for one year and updates may follow from improved fire protection and water service.
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Taylor
House Kills Randall Bill on Post Office Ads
The House on a point of order blocks the Randall amendment to the post office appropriation bill which would deny the use of the mails for liquor advertising. Mrs. T W Pettus returns home to San Antonio after visiting in the city.
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Robert C Eckhardt
San Antonio
Bailey resigns as game warden to enter cattle business
H T Bailey resigns as game warden in Austin to start a cattle business at Rockport. Sam C Johnson the chief deputy of Lamar County will succeed him. Farm wanted to hear from owner of good farm for sale with state cash price and description. D F Bush Minneapolis Minn. dw Electric supplies at Dealer Auto Supply Co.
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Tex
H. T. Bailey
Rockport
Sam C. Johnson
Lamar County
Bailey
D. F. Bush
Minneapolis
Minn
Dealer Auto Supply Co
Delegates Attend Sixth Annual Texas Good Roads Meeting
More than 400 delegates attend the sixth annual Texas Good Roads association convention at the Driskill hotel. President Howard Bland presides, with mayoral welcomes from May or Woolridge and Clinton Brown. Notable speakers include Leonard Tillotson, Dr. T A Taylor, W F Doughty, L 8 Franklin, D J Woodward, and others from San Antonio, Dallas, Waco, Temple, and Houston. Evening program features Senator Carlos Bee and others in the house of representatives hall.
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Sealy
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Dallas
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Corpus Christi
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Temple
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Big Springs
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Waco
C. R. Gardner
Lee J Rountree
Georgetown
House of Representatives
Carlos Bee
Charles M Kirk
Houston
Morris Stern
Dolan Heads Varsity Middle Law Class Leaders
Trish Dolan leads the varsity middle law class and Harry Dolan is noted as a 1916 football standout. Fort Worth’s Bob Hanger, who served as president last term, presided until his successor was chosen on Monday afternoon.
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Harry “Irish” Dolan
Bob” Hanger
Fort Worth
Auto plunges down high bank near Taylor Water Co plant
A Studebaker driven by A A Yung of Sandoval plunged from a ten foot plus embankment near the North Main Street bridge and fell to the creek edge. Seven men, returning from Georgetown, escaped serious injury. Jacob Melasky suffered a fractured knee cap and other minor injuries. The car turned over, but top and curtains helped. Melasky was hospitalized and others aided by friends.
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