Looking back...

100 YEARS AGO… The Reporter editor was impressed with the rush at the Rockdale post office during the holidays and, upon mentioning it to Postmaster E.I. Wade, we were invited “behind the scenes” one day and given a peep at the amount of mail matter handled, and the system used.

M.L.K.

We have not achieved his dream, but we have faith we will For many years now, students in schools from sea to shining sea have been rightfully taught Martin Luther King Jr. was the most influential American civil-rights advocate of the 20th century.

We used to hold a contest for first baby

FALLING FAR FROM THE TREE On the front page this week we have who we think is the first baby of Rockdale in 2024, but we don’t know for sure because, since the hospital closed, we really have no idea.

Milam County, get ready to vote

The 2024 Primary Election Day is fast approaching – Are You Ready? March 5 will be the primary Election Day and there are many reasons to vote. The slate is set for the primary election and there are several contested races at the primary, county, state and federal level.

LOOKING BACK

10-20-40-100 YEARS AGO 100 YEARS AGO… The “cold snap” which brought to a close the first part of the week, also brought to this section of the state the coldest weather of the winter, so far.

Looking back...

100 YEARS AGO… Due to the activity of Mayor H.C. Meyer the members of the Rockdale Fire Department and their young lady sponsors were guests at a banquet given by the Rockdale businessmen on the night of Jan. 14.

2023: growth, change, repairs, an apology

As 2023 came to an end and we start anew with 2024, it’s been interesting to see how much things have changed in just one year. I appreciate all the hard work the Commissioners have put in during 2023.

Drinking champagne from a proper glass

FALLING FAR FROM THE TREE Idon’t drink champagne very often, but I decided to get a bottle for New Year’s Eve. Then I remembered we had my grandmother Cooke’s Rosepoint crystal in a cabinet, so I got out a champagne flute and drank my champagne in style.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dear editor, I am tired of hearing people moan and groan about the influx of people the Samsung plant will bring to our area. I am tired of people complaining that the economy is horrible. I beg to differ. Look at the number of construction jobs the Samsung plant is creating right now.

Interesting facts about Texas

We had such a nice Christmas, and it was great to have four days off. Friday night after everyone arrived in town, we had our annual tamalada at Noelia’s house. If you’re not familiar with that word, it’s a party where tamales are made and tequila shots are taken. At least that’s what we do.