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Newspaper

The Randall County News

Location

Canyon, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1908

Page

7

Randall County News expands to twelve pages under Terrill

R. A. Terrill becomes manager and editor of the Randall County News, enlarging the paper from four to twelve pages. Canyon City residents are supporting the new format as the paper notes civic prospects. The editor cites Randall County’s steps toward connecting with roads and industry, hinting at future rail connections and regional growth.

R.A. Terrill Randall County Canyon City Rock Island Graham Brother Terrill Dallas & New Mexico Baylor County Banner

Hogs and the Panhandle Beef Up Fort Worth Market

Panhandle hog shipments set records in Fort Worth markets with car loads from plains counties. Articles urge Panhandle farmers to raise hogs, citing ideal feed, water, climate, a future Amarillo packing plant, and potential profits. Also notes lack of hog cholera in Comanche County and promotes tree planting to boost Amarillo’s growth.

Fort Worth Plains Country Panhandle Lubbock Amarillo Daily Panhandle Amarillo Panhandle Canyon City

Water Works Contract Let For Quanah System

A contract with Chicago Bridge & Iron Works covers a 10000 gallon steel reservoir at 100 feet for 5500 dollars. EK A Hammond of Dallas bills 4100 dollars for pipes, Eureka Hose Co. supplies two hose carts and 1000 feet of hose plus other items for 950 dollars. Total outlay reaches 10850 dollars with completion aimed by December 15.

Quannah Chicago Bridge & Iron Works EK. A. Hammond Dallas Eureka Hose Co Tribune

Syrup From Kaffir Corn Promises New Texas Wealth

Comanche County farmer finds kaffir corn yields syrup and hopes with better prep it could rival ribbon cane. If proven viable, Panhandle and other Texas regions may flood markets, boosting local wealth from this lush crop and its syrup potential. Tests have occurred in the Panhandle and elsewhere.

Dustry Comanche County Comanche James B. Napers Napers Panhandle Texas

Woman’s convert at Amarillo fair boosts western land

A farmer’s wife from a midwestern state admits she doubted moving west but Illinois soil and the Amarillo county fair convince her. She praises the exhibits, says her county fair never matched the shows, and notes locals become boosters after seeing western opportunity.

Amarillo Amarillo Fair

Philosophical Parables on Character and Perception

A collection of aphoristic musings on work, reputation, flirtation, and social behavior. It reflects on judging others by actions, the value of deliverables, delaying retirement from work, and the influence of appearances in everyday life. It highlights skepticism, prudence, and human foibles.

For Sale Nice Home with Fine Water and Location

For sale notice describes a well improved house with good water and location. Contact The Newsman at 24 11 for details.

Also Mentioned on This Page

John Knight Randall County News Bailiwick Brother Boesen First National Bank Ait Canyon U.S National Bank Nat’l State of Texas Randall Is. I. D. A. Park D. A. Park Cashier L. T. Lester G. L. Abbott L. C. Lair B. F. Bule First National Bank of Canyon Prince Rose Armour Dale Dale John Hutson Canyon City, Texas
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