King Ranch Boss Mrs King Quietly Rules Vast Texas Spread
The Baltimore Evening Sun profiles Mrs. Henrietta M. King of Kingsville Texas as owner of the world’s largest ranch spanning about 1,250,000 acres across Kleberg Willacy and Cameron counties. It highlights her urban hub Kingsville and her role funding rail, schools, churches, electric and water utilities for the community and 5,500 residents, with cattle and cotton operations expanding over 26,000 acres and 50,000 cattle.
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Boyce
Rockefeller
Morgan
Henrietta M. King
Kingsville
Tex
Nat. B. Page
Baltimore Evening Sun
King
Page
Lewis M. Welton
Winchester
Baltimore Sun
Delaware
Kleberg
Willacy
Cameron
Texas
South
Robert J. Kleberg
St. Louis
Brownsville
Mexico
Casa. Ricardo
Santa Gertrudis
Death notices for Mrs George Learch Buried in Wardensville
Mrs George Learch died aged 45. burial occurred yesterday in Wardensville West Virginia. She was the widow of Rev M L Learch and sister to Sibole and others. Survived by husband and brothers Harry Edward Al and sister Mrs tinsburs. J D Smith of Mar- is listed among survivors.
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George le
Wardensville
Learch
Buffalo
Yester
W. Va
M. L
Sibole
Winchester
Elizabeth Sibole
K. L. Leared
Geo
Ing Brothers
Harry, Edward
Alsister Ébert
Philadelphia
Burgh
Mrs. Tinsburs
Pitts
J. D. Smith
Mar
Virginia Governor urges study of League of Nations Day
Governor Westmoreland Davis asks Virginians to set Sunday October 24 1920 aside for League of Nations study clarifying the covenant. He cites the sacred character of the covenant and urges intelligent patriotism while noting support from local figures and Democratic leaders.
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Covenant
Richmond
League of Nations
Virginia
Westmoreland Davis
League
Davis
Coolidge
Massachusetts
League of Nations Day Committee
James Purcell
Democratic Committee
Original poem read at the Lupton funeral service
At the burial of former State Senator S Lucien Lupton in Mount Hebron Cemetery yesterday afternoon the Rev Dr Woods read an original poem eulogistic of the deceased. The local lodge of Elks formed a circle around his grave with floral designs while the service was read by Rev Dr Lacy. The tributes were beautiful and profuse and many friends attended.
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S. Lucien Lupton
Mount Hebron
Woods
Lodge of Elks
Senator Lupton
Lacy
Child Struck by Truck on North Market Street
Charles Ritter, son of Mr and Mrs Clayton Ritter, was knocked down by a heavy apple truck on North Market Street yesterday afternoon. He suffered cuts and bruises but no serious injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment where Dr Clark treated him.
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Charles Ritter
Clayton Ritter
North Market Street
Clark
Wedding in Brill and Ritter's store draws crowd
Charles Robinson of the county and Ollie Arehart of parish farm wed Thursday afternoon in Brill and Ritter's general store on North Main street. Rev. Mr. Smith of the Methodist Episcopal Church Circuit performed the ceremony. The groom is the son of John E. Robinson, born in Shenandoah county, and the bride is the daughter of John Arehart.
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Charles Robinson
Ollie Arehart
Parish Farm
Brill and
Stock Market Ends Week With Heavy Close
The market closed heavy after a weekend session with a spurt in obscure coal shares based on dissolution rumors seen as favorable to stockholders. Industrials fell, steels and oils offered little support, rails weak, and total volume neared 300000 shares.
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Associated Press
York
Gene al
No-Mistake Check Duo Prevents Slipups in Checks
A California man patents a two part Diggage check design that must be joined to form a single safe number. The multi piece system aims to prevent errors in check writing and reduce chances of tampering.
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California
Governor Cox Addresses Women Audience in Land Ohio
Governor Cox spoke to a women audience in Land Ohio urging broader female participation in national affairs. He cited social progress under his governorship and emphasized human welfare during a non-partisan meeting at a local hotel. He campaigned in Sandusky and Elyria earlier and planned to tour northern New York after remaining in Land over Sunday.
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Associated Press
Land
Cox
Sandusky
Elyria
Detroit
New York
Harding Concludes Midwest Swing With St. Louis Address
Senator Harding rested in Indianapolis and prepared to head to St. Louis after a day of brief talks in Indiana and Illinois. His special train planned to reach St. Louis by 7 16 p m for a final rally on the border states and middle west tour.
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Associated Press
Indianapolis
Ind
Harding
St. Louis
Indiana
Illinois
Middle West
Reading's Force Reduced and Eight-Hour Shift Implemented
The Philadelphia and Reading Railway announced a cut of about 1000 workers and ordered an eight hour work day for all employees on the system effective today. Superintendents were told to pursue further reductions only if they fit economy and efficiency goals.
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Associated Press
Philadelphia
Philadelphia and Reading Railway
Negotiations with Japan over California land bill halted
Washington reports that talks between the State Department and the Japanese embassy on the proposed anti Japan land legislation in California have been temporarily discontinued and will not resume until after the November election when Californians vote on the measure.
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Associated Press
Washington
State Department
California
Robbers Steal $100,000 in Diamonds and Jewelry
Associated Press reports robbers struck the Strelétier Manufacturing Company in Newark New Jersey early today stealing about $100 000 in diamonds refined gold and jewelry. Police investigate the heist and survey security footage and possible suspects.
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Associated Press
Newark
N. J
Strelétier””” Manufacturing Company
Pigs Fed Green Feed and Grains for Rapid Growth
Article extols pig health with ample exercise pure water and green feed including alfalfa clover and oats. It notes supplement by corn and wheat shorts to maintain conditions and promote rapid growth into sturdy, quick maturing animals.
Attention to Peach Soils Promotes Long Term Yields
The best peach soils are naturally easily impoverished loams and sandy loams with clay or gravel content. They may produce well for a few years but require soft maintenance to prevent rapid decline.
Pruning Grapevines For Light Air Circulation
Prune grape vines to create ample space for each plant. Light and air must reach the canes. Most varieties tend to overproduce without proper pruning.
Waters Returns to Washington After Visit with Mrs Miller
Mr. Frank L. Waters has returned to Washington following a visit with Mrs. Q. Miller.
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Frank L. Waters
Washington
Q. Miller
State not liable for lost eye in Virginia work case
Richmond Va October 16 The Industrial Commission of Virginia awarded J E Pingley foreman on Frederick County road work 19 a week for 100 weeks after he lost an eye while rock sledging for the Apple Pie Ridge road The commission ruled the state highway commission did not exist at the time and that Frederick County and state highway commissioner George Coleman may share liability The county is required to pay hospital and surgical bills and 1000 in compensation for the loss of an eye
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Richmond
Industrial Commission of Virginia
J. E. Pingley
Frederick County
Pingley
Apple Pie Ridge
Frederick
Richard F. Beirne
State Highway Commission
Coleman
Board of Supervisors
Beirne
Winchester
Carpet Grass Pasture For Stock Care and Management
Good carpet grass pasture rivals binegrass in value and supports about one cow per acre for five months and one cow per two acres for three to four months. Close grazing maintains quality, prevents shading, and aids soil compaction for spread. Do not burn fields after October 1. request Farmers Bulletin 1130 from USDA Washington DC.
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United States Department of ‘Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Leaps in Sunlight Bring Spirit to Pigs and Lambs
The passage notes Letes Sunlight infuses vigor into pigs and lambs while lambs are described as fastidious and seeking the best. It adds a proverb about a horseman inspecting a horse’s head before purchase.
What is a Peddler in Language and Law
The term peddler derives from an old English word ped meaning a basket or pack carried for selling goods. It is not linked to the Latin pedis foot. in law a peddler is someone who sells the same item they carry in their ped. The idea of an itinerant merchant who takes orders for goods is incorrect according to historical usage.
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Spencer
Vera Cruz’s captured history and a statue to defenders
Vera Cruz has been twice captured by American forces in 1846 and 1917 and now hosts a statue honoring its defenders. The piece notes local sentiment toward outsiders and implies a sense of inequality amid ongoing global tensions.
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Vera Cruz
Mexico
Jad Salts for Kidney and Bladder Relief
An advertisement claims Jad Salts relieve kidney and bladder issues by flushing the system. It argues salts neutralize urine acidity, ease backache and headaches, and promote clean kidneys with regular use. A local druggist notes many customers buy Jad Salts for kidney trouble.
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RS. Learch
Main ST
Governor Cox
Sen. Harding
Reading
Virginia Industrial Commission
J. E. Pinglyt
Letes
Delft
Georgette
Copenhagen
H. K. Green & Bro
Mary Miller
Maryland Institute
Moling & Seal
National Biscuit. Company
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