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Newspaper
The Randall County News
Location
Canyon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
4
Plainview Branch Schedule Notes and Sunday Train Gaps
Railway timetable for Plainview Branch Southbound No 27 toward Plainview runs at 240 pm Local Freight via Lyons Train No and Main Line trains from Canyon City at 247 pm made up here. Train No 38 from Clovis arrives at 10 am and stops at this place. Local freights and trains Nos 37 and 35 do not run on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plainview Branch
Plainview
Lyons
Canyon City
Clovis
What Man Do You Strangle
A statistician asserts 250 million dollars yearly is diverted from local merchants to mail order concerns in big cities. The piece argues every dollar spent away harms local enterprise and prosperity, warning that harming neighbors harms oneself.
Local grocer prices outshine traveling salesman bargains
Editor exposes “cheap” grocery orders from Kansas City that mislead buyers. He compares prices from three local firms and finds only Baker's chocolate cheaper at 83 1 3 cents, while local dealers offer better value on tea, coffee, rice, bacon, sugar, and canned goods. Local merchants spend money in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Cook
California
Randall County to Grow Rapidly from Incoming Visitors
A large ex cursion to Randall County drew wide approval as sales set weekly records and most buyers plan to relocate from the Northern states. Observers predict Randall will become the state’s most densely settled western county soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Randall County
County newspaper promises special Christmas edition banner issue
The News announces a forthcoming Christmas edition to be the county paper’s banner issue. The cover will be elegant and worth preserving for posterity. The office expects substantial cost but aims to reward subscribers with the best possible product and hopes for a fruitful return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
County Meeting Called At Court House Next Monday
Announcement for a county meeting at the courthouse next Monday afternoon at 2 o clock to hear the reunion committee report and elect the committee for the coming entertainment. Citizens are urged to attend and participate in the matter.
Shopping for Christmas goods early invites better service
The piece urges shoppers to visit stores early for Christmas goods. Clerks have limited time and late in the season stocks dwindle, risking unsatisfactory service for careful buyers. The advisory reflects a cautious, period tone typical of a historic local notice.
Happy community reader praises timely local paper
R. H. Caler of the Happy community visited the city Tuesday and told the Newsman the paper is spicy and appreciated. He urged the newspaper to keep sending it out on time or they would be disappointed at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. H. Caler
Canyon City Sees Youth History in the Making
The note reflects on Canyon City's current actions shaping the future generation and contemplates how future readers might view the events documented today. It suggests a sense of historical significance tied to the actions of young people and the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canyon City
Fire safety costs prompt defense of homes and business
Citizens weigh the price of prevention against the cost of fire damage arguing timely protection for houses and stores. The question arises whether paying for fire safety equipment is cheaper than facing a costly blaze.
Question on Community Health: Cess Pool Versus Sewerage Safety
The query weighs public health between cess pools and open closets and a modern sewerage system. It weighs contamination risks, odor, vector potential, and overall sanitation impact on the community. It invites expert evaluation of liability and infrastructure choices.
Can yon City Band’s Fate Remains Unclear
A fragmented report leaves the Can yon City band’s status unresolved. Officials and town residents seek confirmation on whether the group continues activity, its lineup, and any forthcoming performances.
Local resident praises Randall County News subscription
Phil Schneider of Hinton Iowa remits for the News this week and expresses pleasure in owning county land while stressing he does not want to miss any issue. He values the newspaper as next to his land.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phil Schneider
Hinton
Iowa
Randall County
Railroad Fever Grips Floyd County and Nearby Areas
The Lockney Beacon reports a cascade of railroad activity with rumors of Santa Fe expansion from Plainview to Lubbock and possible Texas cutoff work to Plainview. Land values near Lubbock have doubled, while Floydada nears its funding deadline for a new line. Lockney expects action soon to profit locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe
Lubbock
Plainview
Texico
Altus
Roswell
el Paso
Childress
Floyd County
Floydada
Lockney
California
East
Texas
Lockney Beacon
Elkton Visit By Louis Perkins Highlights Local Reunion
Louis Perkins of Elkton Kentucky visited the city earlier this week, renewing ties with two former Elkton friends, C. P. Hutchings and George Hutchings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Perkins
Elkton, Ky
Elkton
Messrs. C. P. and
George Hutchings
Lady in Trouble Detained for Mental Strain
Mrs. M. J. Ramer was detained noon today by officers on mental strain grounds and is housed in the county hospital ward. Former Amarillo resident now living with family in Can yon City, she visited friends and has suffered ill health for months with escalating stress. Daily Panhandle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. J. Ramer
Ramer
Amarillo
Canyon City
Veterinary Surgeon Dr. C B Lohr Arrives in Panhandle
Dr. C B Lohr a veterinary surgeon and dentist arrives from Staunton Virginia and locates his office at the livery barn of Geo Reynolds Co. He offers to practice in any portion of the Panhandle country and comes well recommended by those who have used his services since arrival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Lohr
Staunton
Geo. Reynolds Co
Dan K K Usery Heads to Canyon City for Randall County News
Dan K K Usery, a longtime Star force member, leaves Tuesday to work in Canyon City on the Randall County News. The move ends his year and a half with the Stratford Star.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Kk. Usery
Canyon City
Randall County
Stratford Star
Portales Man J C Compton Visits Local Friends
J C Compton of Portales New Mexico spent last Sunday in the city as a guest of friends enjoying a cordial visit with local residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Compton
Portales, N. M
Contentment in Farmers of Young County
The article extols simple farming life and warns against the lure of wealth and risky ventures. It contrasts failed quick riches with steady work, praising Young county farmers for health, possessions, and favorable surroundings. It urges contentment and wise, systematic farming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young County
Graham
Pastor J M Harder heads to Cooke County revival
Rev J M Harder the Baptist Church pastor departed last Monday to Cooke County where he will conduct a revival for the next week or ten days bringing religious outreach to local residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Harder
The
Baptist Church
Cooke County
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R.A. Terrill
Postofice
Canyon
West Evelyn Street
Carlsbad
Kansans
North End
P.m
Kansas City
Thompson Hardware Company
Pels
Eclipse
East Side OF
Court House
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