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“Factory Farm” goes bust in Panhandle

“Factory Farm” goes bust in Panhandle

“Factory Farm” goes bust in Panhandle

“What is believed to be the largest field in the country under one fence was broken and sown to wheat this fall by Hickman Price, the most extensive wheat farmer in the Panhandle of Texas,” the Kerrville Times reported on Nov.13, 1930.
Which IRA is right for you?

Which IRA is right for you?

Which IRA is right for you?

The individual retirement account (IRA) is celebrating its golden anniversary. Created in 1974, this savings vehicle has helped millions of people build resources for retirement. And in 1997, the Roth IRA was introduced. But which IRA is right for you?
All it takes is gumption

All it takes is gumption

All it takes is gumption

It’s that time of year again when everybody and their Aunt Edna from El Paso starts thinking about running a marathon. And as soon as they’ve given thought to it, quickly forget the whole thing, letting it dribble right out of that gigantic hole at the bottom of their bucket list.
First woman hanged in Texas

First woman hanged in Texas

First woman hanged in Texas

Leading up to the 1998 execution of ax murderer Karla Faye Tucker, there were repeated references to the fact that a woman had not been put to death in Texas since Nov. 12, 1863. Her name was Chipita Rodriguez and this is her sad but true story.
The Dealey behind the Dallas Plaza

The Dealey behind the Dallas Plaza

The Dealey behind the Dallas Plaza

Nov. 4, 1940 was “Dealey Day” at the University of Texas as “Mr. G.B.,” founder and guiding genius of the Dallas Morning News, was honored with a testimonial banquet by the journalism department.
Back in my day

Back in my day

Back in my day

Back in MY day, you could tell the difference between a Ford and a Chevy. (When I say “you,” I mean people in general. Not me. I’m car make/model blind.) You could spot a Jaguar or a Porsche a mile away. There was no such thing as a Kia or a Tesla. Hondas had only two wheels.
Vote for solid investment strategies

Vote for solid investment strategies

Vote for solid investment strategies

With the presidential election just a few weeks away, the public is naturally interested in not just the outcome but what the results will mean for issues of national importance. As a citizen, you likely share these concerns — but how about as an investor?