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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1913
Page
12
The first senatorial election under the new popular vote law was conducted in Georgia last week. The notice appears in a July issue of the Friday Evening publication, entered August 26, 1909, at the Wellin gcomere post office.
The Texas Legislature opened an extra session last Monday with uncertain expectations. Wellington shows notable improvement, likely more than any other Panhandle town, drawing regional attention to progress and local impact.
The article notes Mary Dressler stating good looks and money are not essential in a husband. It adds a casual remark that certain husbands may be cheered. It reports that crop conditions are improving in Collingsworth county compared to other areas in the Panhandle, though moisture is still needed.
The fragment describes advertising creating new friends and rekindling old ties as the thermometer registers heat in Kansas, noting resident complaints about rising temperatures and discomfort. It reflects a local paper style on commerce and weather during a hot period.
The Norns case at Port Worth is postponed again for another term of trial. Observers view the case as persecution rather than prosecution and believe the preacher is being held to embarrass him, with doubts it will be tried again.
Hall County Commissioners set aside 40 for agricultural demonstration work. The State will provide funds, and the U S Department of Agriculture plans a demonstration farm near Memphis to prove the investment worthwhile.
A report notes two Chattanooga girls were fined for using an open porch for bathing, illustrating social degenerate behavior that law enforcement aims to restrain.
Cotton in Collingsworth County is in better condition than a year ago and remains about three weeks earlier in development than in 1912. This suggests the current crop may surpass last year’s excellent yield.
The country press showed weaker unity against Amendment 18 than the other two, with its defeat deeper than the rest. Many large daily papers backed all the amendments, while country papers claimed to understand the public need and interest better than the big dailies.
The country discusses wide wagon tires to preserve roads as they pack down and smooth surfaces. Hardeman County leads a campaign urging farmers and heavy haulers to switch to wide tires to reduce road upkeep costs.
The passage clarifies nail pricing terms from old English usage. Four penny and six penny refer to pounds per thousand nails, with ten penny originally meaning ten pounds per thousand. The terms evolved from pounds to pennies as usage shifted.
The article argues country newspapers speak for the people without mercenary motives. They oppose liquor, brothels, and related evils, unlike some city papers influenced by special interests. It credits rural presses with integrity and concern for mankind over profit.
The statement asserts universal unalienable rights shared by all communities including prosperity development and civil attractiveness as foundational values guiding global progress and cohesion.
A New Mexico letter from Des Moines dated July 17 1913 notes Collingsworth County shows growth in many crops except wheat and oats. The writer reflects on progress streets and community fairs as signs of development while stressing health and wealth in planning.
A column argues for fair pay for farm wives and women in front of the counter. It notes 470000 rural workers, 250000 laborers and 220000 tenant farmers, plus wives who buy for families. It urges wage reform to support education and home life while praising farmers’ women.
The Hard Grocery Co states customers can receive the highest market price either in cash or in trade for chickens, tags, and butter. This ad emphasizes flexible payment options for farm goods.
E P Turner is identified as chairman of the Rural Homes and Schools committee. The notice outlines his leadership role and the continued focus on rural education and housing policy within the organization.
Salt Fork society pages report crop prospects good and plenty of local visiting. W Gollihugh relatives from Mangum and New Castle return home. Archie Wilson and Nettie Messick share visits. Mrs E L Wilson hosts gatherings. Rev Simpson plans Salt Fork revival starting July 26 with Methodist meeting to follow on the third Sunday in August. townsfolk urged to attend.
Uollingsworth county requests all parties holding county road scrapers to return them to any County Commissioner or road overseer. Report possession to have property accounted for before road work resumes. Authority cited by T. Goodnight of the Commissioners Court.
By order of the Collingsworth County Commissioners Court the public well fixtures including tower tank windmill and piping will be sold at public outcry on Saturday July 26 1913 at the court minutes page 194 Boelk.3. The court reserves the right to accept or reject bids.
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