College reform thoughts and labor reform trends in 1910s press
The article surveys views of President Hadley on college necessity and broader education, noting that many youths gain more from practical work than formal schooling. It discusses calls for a six hour day and five day week to curb unemployment, with some plants already adopting shorter schedules and debate on long term policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur T. Hadley Vale
Great University
Hadley
Tan
Wood
Ty Court
Brewster County
Crawford
Stray Pup Courage Sparks Lifelong Friendship
A stray pup rescued from the Mississippi near St. Louis by a small boy named Otto Schmidt led to a lifelong friendship with Jacob Siler. Otto’s brave defense against a river ordeal earned praise, and a benefactor later left $7500 to the boy, reflecting enduring humane values over mere rewards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saan
St. Louis
Jacob Sh
Siler
Otto Schmidt
Ster
Ottochinidt
Six-Hour Day Struggle and Early Labor Reforms
The passage discusses the long fight for shorter hours and better working conditions across nations. It notes British and American milestones from child labor limits in 192 and a 10 hour day in 1838, with the eight hour day spreading by 1886, highlighting that many trades and workers still lack full adoption epoch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
United States
Merchant Confesses Causes of Store’s Failure in 1932 News
A Brewster County clerk's public notice cites a merchant confession from a closed Champaign reading ladies’ wear shop. He blames four years of rising costs, reduced advertising, and neglect of newspaper trust as factors in the business decline, urging reliance on local press. Public notices also publish probate and administrative actions in Brewster County court with dates in 1932.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alpine Avalanche
Brew
Mer County
Davis Mountain-Biz Bend
Lazette
Champaign
L. Murdock
Reading Ladies’ Ready To Wear
News-Gazette
Murdock
Alpine
Texas
J. W. Frazer
Brewster County
Ay E. Hopson
Sted
Constitutional amendments proposed for Texas November 1932 ballot
The document lists multiple proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution for the November 1932 election. It includes changes to Section 55 Article 4 on state debts, exemptions for homesteads, and authority for coastal counties to fund sea walls and sanitary works, plus additions to Article VIII and amended tax assessor duties. It notes the Secretary of State Jane McCallum as a correct copy and outlines submission to qualified electors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Texas
Jane
McCallum
State of
Texas
Jani McCallum
Gulf of Mexico
Jane Y. McCallum
Bec
Jane. McCallum
Secretary of
United States
Constitutional amendment aimed at Texas Permanent University Fund
A scanned Texas election notice details proposed amendments to Article 7 Section 11 and Article 16 Section 39 of the Texas Constitution. It outlines asset pooling for the University of Texas and restrictions on warrant payments, with election timing set for the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November 1992. It cites Jane McCallum and includes related partisan notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rees
Texas
United States
National Guard of
National Guard Reserve
Officre Reserve Corps
United
United States Army
Navy
Marine Corps
Marine Compa Bee
Treasury
Officers Reserve Corps
National Guard
Organized Reserves
United States ‘Army
Jane ¥. McCallum
Cardut Promises Relief From Side Pain In Texas Woman
Mia of Beaumont Texas recounts chronic weariness and side pain that worsened until she used Cardut. She credits the remedy with stopping the pain and improving appetite and health after taking seven bottles over five years. Cardut is advertised as available at drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mia
Nick Franco
Beaumont
Texas
Indy
Political Announcements for August 1932 Primary
The Avalanche states candidates for the second Democratic primary on August 27, 1932. State Senator 29th District Regan of Pecos, Porsheritt. Tax Collector W N Gourley. E J Elmer Taylor. County Treasurer Vernon McIntyre. Commissioner Precinct 1 J F Nichols. Matt Smith. Commoner Precinct 2 Wells McIntyre. Joe Moss.
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Regan
Pecos Porsheritt
W. N. Gourley
E. J
Elmer) Taylor
Vernon McIntyre
Bill) Cotter
J. F. Nichols
Matt Smith
Wells McIntyre
Joe Moss
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D.M. Bennett
C.D. Wood Barry Scorer
Rarl Clark
Society
Fort Davis
Marathon
Aspit
Congress
A. D. Ton
Beii
Jane. Y. McCallum
Secretary of State
State National Bank
Alpine, Texas
General Banking
S.J. R
Senate
University of Texas
Permanent University Fund
Continental
Este
Bete
Purina
T. A. Beard Feed Store
Alpine Jewelry Co
Holland
Storey-Whiteside
Marathon State Bank
State Bank
H. L. Hord
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