Parks and progress under Texas leadership and neglect
The piece praises Governor Neff for expanding state parks but warns that ongoing upkeep is essential. It argues that neglect turns parks into eyesores, cites failed maintenance of roads and surveys, and notes opposition to public camping grounds by hotel keepers. It urges counties to establish well kept parks and highlights Austin examples and a critique by Congressman Blanton on highway naming practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neff
Texas
Austin
Blanton
Congress
Proposal to name Dallas Fish Hatchery for Col Sterrett
A suggestion to name the Dallas Fish Hatchery after Col Sterrett, who served as Texas fish and oyster commissioner, and to place a memorial at its entrance. The note praises Sterrett as a great newspaper man and calls for memorialization of his memory. Also mentions unrelated endorsements for shoe repair and Vyrex items at Manning & Clark's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Fish and Oyster Commissioner of
Texas
Col Sterrett
Why Blame the Monkey and Other Satirical Questions
A colorful header riffs on evolution and blame with animal metaphors from a 1900s column. It questions if humans descend from monkeys or other animals and playfully lists creatures like swine, donkey, dog, cat, and polecat as possible origins. Ends with brief restaurant and local note references.
Toys at Manning and Clark’s on sale now
A playful note from Associated Editors alongside an ad line touts toys of every description at Manning and Clark's store. The item emphasizes a wide range of toy offerings and public-interest style promotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manning & Clark’s
No Worms in a Healthy Child Tone for Grove's Tonic
Claims that worm infestation causes unhealthy color and stomach issues in children. Advocates Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a two to three week remedy to enrich blood improve digestion and strengthen the body, suggesting it will expel worms and restore health. Pleasant to take and priced at 60 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grove
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Will H. Mayes
Department of Journalism
University of Texas
Col. W. G. Sterrett
R. S. Morehead
Vyrex
Manning & Clark's
Claude
Merry Christmas
J. H. Biggerstaff
Davidson’s
John Hollingsworth
Tutt’s
Happi
Ness
LaRoe Lumber Yard
Behalf
S. H. Montgomery
Whitewright, Texas
Dan S. Dickerman
N. R. Childress
Associated Editors
Homelee& Manufacturing
Santa Claus
Gordon Bros
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