Falfurrias Facts (Falfurrias, Tex.), Vol. 31, No. 40, Ed. 1 Friday, March 18, 1938 Page: 2 of 8
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PACE TWO
FALFURRIAS FACTS
FRIDAY, MARCH IS, 193*
Jffalfurrtaa 3Farts
Established In 1906
PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY
At Falfurrias, Brooks County, Texas
HOWARD BEHRENT.....EDITOR
ROBERT BARRY.....MANAGER
Entered M MOWUi class matter. April 2. 1906 at
the Postoffice at Falfurrias. Texas, under the Act
of Congress of March 8, 1879.
Subscription Price $2.00 per year Payable in Advance
Any erroneous reflection upon the character,
standing, or reputation of any person, firm, <>r cor-
poration, which may appear in The Facts, will
gladly be corrected as soon as it is brought to the
attention of the publisher.
peter molyneaux and the cotton
REFERENDUM
Of possible interest to Brooks county
fanners is the following editorial written by
Peter Molyneaux, an authority on economic
measures effecting Texas and the South,
which was published in The Texas Weekly
Saturday, March 1.
Farmers will vote on Saturday to decide
whether a tax of two cents a pound shall be
levied on cotton produced in 1938 on acreage
in excess of the area allotted to each farm by
the Secretary of Agriculture. That is'what the
referendum on the “marketing quota” a-
mounts to. It has nothing whatever to do with
the allotment of acreage itself. The new crop
control law provides for that. It provides that
every cotton farm in the country shall be giv-
en an acreage allotment, and only farmers
who keep their planting within the limit of
that allotted acreage will be eligible to re-
ceive the cash payments from the Govern-
ment authorized under that law. Moreover,
only such farmers will be eligible to receive
the Government bonus on 1937 cotton ‘which
they have sold or may sell at the market price.
These are provisions of the law itself, and are
not involved in the referendum. They will be
in effect, regardless of the result of the vote.
But the new law also provides for a “market-
ing quota” of cotton for each farm, an a-
mount which may be marketed without pen-
alty. However, it also prqvides for a referen-
dum of cotton farmers on the question of
whether the “marketing quota” shall be put
into effect during 1938. If more than one-
third of the cotton farmers vote “no” on this
question, it will not be put into effect. But if
tAvo-thirds of the cotton farmers vote “yes”,
then it will be put into effect, and a penalty
of two cents a pound will be assessed against
all cotton which any farmer produces and
sells in excess of his “marketing quota”. But
no penalty will be assessed against any cot-
ton produced on the allotted acreage of any
farm, regardless of the amount. Because, un-
der the terms of the latf. the “marketing
quota” is at least all the cotton produced on
the acreage allotment. It may be more than
that, but it cannot less. In the event of a poor
yield, less than average, the “marketing quo-
ta” of a farm may exceed the production. But
any farmer who accepts the acreage allot-
ment given his farm by the Secretary of Agri-
culture, through a local committee, and who
plants only the designated area in cotton, is
free to produce as much cotton on that acre-
age as he can make it produce and then mar-
ket all of it without penalty. In practice,
there, only cotton produced on excess acreage
will be subject to penalty when sold. And this
is equivalent to saying that only cotton pro-
duced by farmers who fail to “cooperate” in
the control program will he subject to penal-
ty, vecause all farmers cooperating are re-
quired to make affidavit that they have not
planted more than their allotted acreage in
cot.on, and no cotton produced on allotted a-i
creage will be subject to penalty. In view of'
ail this, it is a foregone conclusion that the re-
ferendum will result in an overwhelming ma-
jority in favor of putting the “marketing
quota” into effect. For the law makes it to
the interest of the average farm to “cooper-
ate” a^id to confine his planting to his farm
allotment of acreage, and it is obviously to the
interest of the “cooperating” farmer to vote
to place a penalty on the other fellow’s cotton.
Votes against the “quota”, therefore, will be
explainable on only one of t\vo possible as-
sumptions: (1) that the farmer voting does
not understand the question he is asked to de-
cide, or (2) that he is willing to sacrifice his
material interest in order to register a protect
against the whole plan, voting on principle a-
lone. We do not expect such protest votes
to be cast, and we think most farmers will un-
derstand what they are deciding. That is why
we expect the affirmative vote to be practical-
ly unanimous. But thus will not mean that all
farmers who vote “yes” 'will be expressing
themselves in favor of the whole plan embo-
died in the new crop control law. It will sim-
ply mean that they recognize their interests
under the terms of the law, terms which they
have no power to change. Most farmers who
have sold 1937 cotton or iwho still have 1937
cotton to sell, will want to receive the Gov-
ernment bounty on such sales. They can re-
ceive this only by agreeing to “cooperate” in
the 1938 program by planting no more than
their farm allotment of acreage in cotton. And
if they are to do this, then it is to their advan-
tage to place a penalty on the excess cotton
produced by the farmers iwho refuse to “co-
operate”. The question before such farmers,
therefore, is this: “Do you want the other
fellow’s excess cotton penalized to the ex-
tent of two cents a pound.” And very few will
vote “no” on such a question.
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;aCJS \ FANCIE(
LET THE WISE *
MAKE THE DISTINCTION
TENNIS AS A GOOD WILL AMBASSADOR
Once again Falfurrias has been host to
scores of South Texas’ finest youn’g tennis
players and there is little doubt but that they
left the city with keen appreciation pf the
friendly interest displayed by townspeople
and a hope of returning in 1939 for the ninth
annual Hearts Delight tournament.
The meet which ended here last week-end
speaks for itself. With sixteen schools and
more than sixty-five players entered, it ran a
full day and night over the scheduled playing
time and was finally concluded on the Kings-
ville courts Sunday night. It taxed to capacity
local facilities and the manner in which it
>was run off, without confusion, speaks well
for the acumen and industry of directors and
court officials.
The fact that Falfurrias* eleven players
were eliminated before they reached the se-
mi-finals detracts little from the success of
the meet locally. Especially deservant of rec-
ognition are those who opened their homes to
the young players, some of iwhom were re-
quired to spend two nights in the city before
completing their matches.
We believe the Hearts Delight tennis tour-
nament, like other gatherings of a similar na-
ture throughout the year, is doing much to fo.
cus attention on Falfurrias and its many and
diverse, advantages.
OH. FOR ANOTHER
PATRICKI
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As this is being written the
Irish i f Falfurrias and the rest
of the world honor tlieir patron.
Ft. Patrick, by wearing sonv1
token to show that Thursday,
March 17. is a day set aside for
all good Irishmen to observe the
famous churchman’s teachings.
To the serious-minded and sin-
cere, this day possesses a certain
spiritual and religious signific-
ance. To the casual it is a day on
which t" remember to wear the
little green shamrock. Every
Irishman will insist, however,
that it is his special day an,d in
certain communities in South
Texas special festivities are held.
History tells us that St. Patrick
came to Ireland in 1432 and his
life was a romantic and adventu-
rous one. At the age of sixteen he
was captured by pirates and tak-
en to the Emerald Isle where for
six years he tended flocks. During
these years he became a devoted
Christian and later entered the
missionary field. Delving farther
into the centuries, we find that
the supposed entrance to St. Pa-
trick’s Purgatory was located on
the islet in Lough Derg, County
Donegal, Ireland. According to
legend, this was an earthly pur-
gatory set up by St. Patrick that
the punishment of sinners might
be seen ... to give proof to the
Irish of the truth of this teach-
ings . . .
Out early on this day of the
shamrock, we encounter Irish
everywhere . . . take a look at
these names: ADA McINTYRE,
JACJC CASEY, HIRD McBRIDE,
CLYDE CALAHAN. EDMOND
EARL O’NEAL. MICKEY FINN.
MOUNTY MOUNTCASTLE, E. J.
McCarthy, clem obrien.
TOM BOWES and L. L. CHAM-
BERLAIN . . .
Leaving the Irish to their fate,
we cruise around for other items
of interest ... At the court
house, Sheriff G. M. LASATER
shows us how the Federal Bu-
reau of Investigation keeps track
of public enemies . . .
Coach CHIEF DYER is very
pleased with his nail team after
the showing it made in defeating
Robstown . . . Coach DYER is
off today (Friday) for Fort Worth
where he will try for a win in the
Southwestern Recreation Exposi-
tion and Track Meet . . .
Looking very summery, Mr.
and Mrs. REAGAN HINNANT
and Mrs. and Mrs. CLIFFORD
BURDETTE take in the matches
at the Hearts Delight tournament
which held the limelight the
past week-end . . . L. T. POR-
TER, complains bitterly as his
duties as referee take him from
the court on which BEN and TOM
NIXON, colorful San Antonio
twins, are making their racquets
zing and baiting each other as a
sideline . . . The twins certainly
claimed their share of feminine
admirers . . .
A magician of no mean ability.
DOC PARSHALL entertains the
Presbyterian men of the church
with his many tricks . . . And
this columnist wishes to say
right here and now that he is
innocent of complicity in making
them work . . . They are still a
mystery to him, in spite the fact
that he assisted the doctor . . .
Visitors at the office are MIL-
DRED MAUPIN and R. A. MC-
MULLEN who explains that steps
are being taken to protect wild-
flowers along the highways, es-
pecially the unique Hearts Delight
beds of which are rapidly being
depleted ....
The writer acknowledges with
a great deal of pleasure an Invi-
tation from Mrs. JIM MCBRIDE
to a range supper at a cattle
camp near Barrosa. . .And who
said men are not good cooksr>...
Casual observance indicates
that air conditioning has its dis-
advantages . . . Among the first
tc notice the new system in
JACK CASEY'S place are the
gentlemen with the polished pates
. . . And m>w there is consider-
able hat wearing in the cafe . . .
Making the rounds, we find M.
G. PEREZ, genial druggist, listen-
ing to a world broadcast from
Italy in which 11 Duce explains
his country’s position and defies
the world to do something about
It . . .
Just recently admitted to the
estate of matrimony. Mr. and
Mrs. BILL STOCKTON go about
everyday duties. . Mrs. STOCK-
TON is the former RUTH TANK-
FRSLEY . . .
SHELLY POLLARD, who makes
his home in the college town of
8an Marcos. l»ut who still re-
members the many friends ac-
quired during his residence here.
Visits RUSSELL BARNES the
past week-end . . . SHELLY is
a great tennis fan . . .
News reaches this desk that
TOM WEISINGER popular young
member of the Shell seismo-
graph crew, is in the Alice hospi-
tal as the result of a sudden ap-
pendicitis attack . . . Returned
from the hospital is D. CAL1FA,
and he says he's mighty glad to
get back, too . . .
That’s "30” for this week . . .
NOTICE OF ELECTION
By order of the Board of Trus-
ues of the Falfurrias Independent
School District, an election is call-
ed for the first Sunday in April
for the purpose «>f electing two
tiustees. A voting place will be pro-
vided in the high school building.
Adv.—39-3-T.
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Miss Reba Cummings and Ran-
kin Cummings of Agua Dulce were
week-end quests in the D. A.
Blackwell home.
Miss Cleone Dennis of Alice
spent Sunday here.
WHY YOU SHOULD
BANK HERE
I
A connection with this institution as your bank
of deposit will certainly promote a friendly
interest, and a willing cooperation and means
of promoting one’s personal and business suc-
cess.
Having your account with this institution as-
sures you of real bank service.
MEMBER FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM
“ft Qood ffiank in a Qood cUoWn"
Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Charter No. 14072
Reserve District No. 11
REPORT OF CONDITION OF THE
first National Bank In falfurrias
In the State of Texas
At the close of business on March 7, 1938
(Published in response to call made by Comptroller of the
Currency, under Section 5211, U. S. Revised Statutes)
ASSETS
1. Loans and discounts ____________________ ____ $136,306.72
2. Overdrafts __________________________________ 194.44
3. United States Government obligations,
direct and fully guaranteed________________ 80,678.93
4. Other Bonds, stocks, and securities_____________ 48.627.74
6. Banking house, $12,500.00; Furniture and
fixtures. $2,250.00 .............. 14,750.00
8. Reserve with Federal Reserve bank__________95,066.52
9. Cash, balances with other banks, and cash items
in process of collection_________________________ 282,152.17
10. Cash items not In process of collection__________ 373.59
13. Other assets ______ 511.96
TOTAL ASSETS ______ $658,662.07
LIABILITIES
14. Demand deposits of individuals, partnerships.
and corporations _____________________________ $441,429.71
15. Time deposits of individuals, partnerships,
and corporations ___________________ 49,393.92
16. State, c»unty and municipal deposits____________ 86.648.73
18. Deposits of other banks, including certified and
cashier’s checks outstanding _________________ 3,885.39
Deposits secured by pledge
of loans and/or Investments $ 68.306.05
Deposits not secured by pledge
of loans and/or investments_____ 513,051.70
TOTAL DEPOSITS ........ $581,357.75
30. Capital Account:
Class A preferred stock, 20 0'
shares, par $100 per share, re-
tirai.le at $100 per share. $50,000.00
Common stock, 300 shares, par
$100 per share.
Surplus ----------------------_____ 10,000.00
Undivided profits—net _____________17,304.32
TOTAL CAPITAL ACCOUNT ............... 77,304.32
TOTAL LIABILITIES ______________________ $656,662 07
MEMORANDUM: Loans and Investments
Pledged to Secure Liabilities
31. United States Government obligations,
direct and fully guaranteed ___________________ 64,446.05
32. Other bonds, stocks and securities______________ 3,*60.00
34. TOTAL PLEDGED (excluding rediscounts) $
35. Pledged:
Against State, county, and municipal deposits
TOTAL PLEDGED ___________________________ $
STATE OF TEXAS. COUNTY OF BROOKS, ss:
I, A. O. Hayes, cashier of the above-named bank, do solemn-
ly swear that the above statement is true to the best of my
knowledge and belief.
(Signed) A. O. HAYES. Cashier
68.306.05
68.306.05
68.306.05
Sworn to and subscribed before
me this 10 th day of March, 1938
(Seal) O. W. WILSON,
Notary Public.
CORRECT—Attest:
J. R. Scott, JR.
Lois R Scott
CECILE R. HOPPER,
Directors.
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