Use of Flowering Shrubs and Evergreens in Home Grounds
The article advises grouping shrubs in irregular masses rather than straight lines and placing taller varieties behind shorter ones for foundation planting. It recommends pencil sketch planning, avoiding front yard trees, and using evergreen shrubs extensively in the South. Leading choices include della Grandiflora, Spirea Van Houtte, Abelia Grandiflora, American Arborvitae, Golden Arborvitae, Weigela, Deutzia, Golden Bell, Lilac and Honeysuckle.
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Spirea
Spirea van Houtte
Spirea van Houette
South
I Have No Care Left After Spelling Contest
A poet laments failing in a spelling contest and life goals, noting loss of joy and purpose. He contrasts past ambitions with present resignation, ending with a plan to plant a treelet despite doubts, while quoting Walt Mason on passing time and profit.
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Walt Mason
Cedar Planting By An Old Gaffer Beneath A Cedar Tree
An elderly gaffer, eighty three, muses on planting a cedar and a thrifty sapling. He predicts his death before shade from the tree and imagines his spirit roaming among birds and rabbits around the site. He urges planting so future voices cheer him.
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Gaffer Whitebeak
Gaffer
Visiting Minister Counsels Hard To Console
Quote dialogue shows a visiting minister consoling an inmate as the convict laments not the trials but the verdicts. The exchange highlights the emotional weight of judicial outcomes.
Political announcements for July 26 primary heads
Democratic party action governs the July 26 primary. Tax Assessor candidate J N Dickson, County Attorney candidate J P Cox, District Clerk candidate J A Slaughter are listed.
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Democratic Party
James L Slayden Dies at Home in San Antonio
James L Slayden longtime U S Congressman from the Fourteenth District died at his home 1026 West Craig street at 3 o clock Sunday morning after a long illness The Texas native born in Mayfield Kentucky reared in New Orleans came to San Antonio in 1875 He married Ellen Maury of Piedmont Virginia in 1883 and served in Congress from 1896 to 1919 leaving business with Slayden Clarkson Robards prior to his political career
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San Antonio
James L. Slayden
West Craig Street
Mayfield
New Orleans
Ellen Maury
Piedmont
Slayden, Clarkson & Robards
National House of Representatives
Worthy figure known for national influence and long service
A veteran statesman with extensive experience and broad connections shaped national affairs through years of public life. His deep know led to wide acquaintance and considerable influence in policy circles.
Card of Thanks from Mrs. Wm. D. Ownby and Boys
We thank friends and those who offered comfort and sympathy and sent floral offerings during the loss of one dearly loved. Your kindness is sincerely appreciated.
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Wm. D. Ownby
In Foreign Hotel Hall Boy Reports Hanging
A hall boy in a hotel shouts a man in a room has hanged himself. The clerk asks if he cut him down. The boy answers the man is not dead yet.
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Hall Boy
Mrs. C. H. Craig Visits Relatives in Denison
Mrs. C. H. Craig spent the past weekend visiting relatives in Denison, returning home refreshed.
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C. H. Craig
Denison
In the House A Visitor Seeks a Lady
A salesman rings a servant bell on a road and hopes the lady of the house is inside. He describes her in flattering terms and calls for the mistress. A voice from upstairs answers to send the gentleman in, and she will come down at once.
Sun Office Sells 75 Sheets Good Bond Paper
A Sun office advertises 75 sheets of good bond typewriter paper priced at 25 cents per purchase, highlighting value for clerical work.
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Bond
Sun
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John) Dixon
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J. N
Jim) Dickson
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Joe) Cox
Jim) Slaughter
Finis Alverson
H. H
Hix) Wilson
Chesley Rutledge
Planters National Bank
Jno. S. Kerr Nursery Co
Sherman, Texas
Bonham Nurseries
Bonham, Texas
Bonham
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Texas Nursery Company
P. O. Box
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