Taxi Drivers Seek Raise From City
About 50 taxi drivers from six 10 cent lines signed a fare petition presented Tuesday to the city commission by attorney Ben Moning. The drivers claim fares do not cover costs and urge higher minimums to various city routes up to the limits and beyond. J T Swink noted drivers were not solicited, and signatures and firm names are on file at city hall. The commission will consider the request.
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Bomb suspect threats escalate in standoff
In a tense standoff officers described the bomber's threats from a black box as he refused to withdraw his hand. He demanded dynamite from Pettee's hardware while warning he would blow them up if not allowed to move.
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States to probe oil activity in three states
Oklahoma City May 18 Six officials agreed to join Kansas and Texas in a joint effort to verify claims that major oil producers are underpricing crude to fill storage tanks. A proration bill hearing led to orders for early reports on storage facilities and stored petroleum. Carl Giles urged President Roosevelt to appoint Alfred E Smith as a national oil czar.
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Texas
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Roosevelt
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Will Rogers
Oklahoma
Mrs Roosevelt alters travel route through Dallas
Washington correspondent for the Dallas Journal reports Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt canceled an overnight stop in Dallas en route to California and will use northern air routes instead. The change reflects a crowded schedule as plans were tentative. Elliott Roosevelt joined the party, visiting Texas during the westward motor trip, including Fort Worth fat stock show, with a visit planned for early June.
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Mexico to remain in the League of Nations
Mexico stated at Geneva that it definitely intends to stay in the League despite earlier indications that membership was too costly. The remarks came from Senor Castillo Najera, Mexico’s representative on the League Council, during discussions in Geneva on May 18.
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Guardsmen Patrol Picket Lines in Wisconsin Milk Strike
National Guardsmen in uniform with rifles and bayonets patrolled dairy strike picket lines across Wisconsin to curb violence as authorities move to allow statewide dairy product movement. Guardsmen acted as deputies under sheriff orders in assigned counties.
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Peace appeals reach ten nations over Roosevelt bid
Heads of ten nations promise fullest consideration of Mr Roosevelt's peace bid. King George thanks the President and says the message will be communicated to his government for study. LeBrun also expresses appreciation and homage to the President's peace sentiments and recovery aims.
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Hitler and Daladier to meet in Geneva to discuss crisis
Paris reports Premier Daladier and Chancellor Hitler may meet face to face at Geneva to clear the atmosphere as associates urge the plan. Berlin announces the nation backs the government’s policy of disarmament and world peace, with Hitler appealing for arms equality and international security.
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Arms question charged by events at disarmament conference
Geneva May 18 delegates say the rapid sequence of recent days has placed the conference destiny largely in the hands of President Roosevelt and Chancellor Hitler. Their influence has created a new, more hopeful atmosphere, and delegates await America’s willingness to advance what Geneva calls completing the machinery of peace.
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Castro County Farmer Killed by Accidental Shotgun Discharge
Hereford May 18 A H Beauford about 45 a Castro County farmer was accidentally killed at his farm four miles south of Hereford when a shotgun discharged as his wife moved through the door of their home She said he had called for the gun to kill a rabbit An inquest was ordered by Dear Smith County officers.
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Gandhi In Vigorous Health During Fast Sees 64 Fit
Poona India May 18 A physician reports Gandhi remains in good health at 64 during a three week fast against untouchability The doctor notes his condition equals that of a typical 40 year old attributing resilience to mental control and energy conservation He is expected to complete the fast.
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Rock Island Reelects Officers and Directors in Fort Worth
At the Chicago Rock Island and Gulf Railway annual meeting in Fort Worth on May 18, officers and directors were reelected. Directors include J. E. Gorman, M. L. Bell, L. R. Ferguson, C. E. Ulrickson, Alex Cobden, E. E. Bewley, A. B. Warner, Robert Harrison, and Howard Brooks, with Fort Worth ties. Officers reelected: Gorman president, Bell, Warner, and Harrison vice presidents, Brooks secretary treasurer, Carl Nyquist assistant secretary treasurer, and J. C. Compton assistant secretary.
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New York
What They Play Write To Tack Needs Work Urgently
Dear Tack I have written you three letters and still haven't found work Won't someone please answer this and give guidance to securing employment from your column
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Mattern Plans Solo World Flight Start In June
James Mattern of San Angelo, once with Bennett Griffin, will attempt a solo worldwide flight beginning the first week of June from New York. Wiley Post aims for July 1 solo around the world. Mattern rebuilt the Century of Progress for solo use with extra fuel and hopes to beat the solo world record, with final tests starting soon and Griffin assisting.
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San Angelo
Bennett Griffin
Oklahoma City
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Russia
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Financial Policy of Baptists Causes Fight
New York May 18 A friendly three way contest on the floor of the Northern Baptist convention over the denomination s financial policy was seen today by delegates en route to Washington for the May 24 meeting. Delegates said the expected clash would center on fundraising for missionary and benevolent enterprises.
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Money heavy clothing triggers heart attack in Newark woman
An elderly Newark woman, 61, collapsed at a fur shop and was hospitalized after doctors said the weight of money sewn in her clothing contributed to a heart attack. Nurses found gold coins, currency, and bonds weighing several pounds inside her lining, valued at over $5,500.
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Stinson Elected President of Texas Pharmaceutical Assoc
Galveston May 18. Lee T. Stinson Snyder was elected president of the Texas Pharmaceutical Association at the 54th annual convention closing session. A. H. Seeley Belton and C. C. Harris Houston named vice presidents, Miss Villa Sanders Austin home secretary, A. C. Hendricks Houston and L. F. Cooper Corsicana trustees, with E. B. Oliver Longview and Henry J. Hale San Antonio on the executive committee.
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Houston
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Austin
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L. F. Cooper
Corsicana
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Longview
Henry J. Hale
San Antonio
Two Convicts Die at Retrieve State Penal Farm Field Work
Houston May 18 Lee Simmons head of Texas prison system reported two convicts died yesterday while at work in cotton fields at Retrieve state penal farm. The deceased were Lester Smith from Bowie County and Edwin Hern of Bosque County who became ill and died before medical aid arrived.
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Bowie County
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No Damage by Fires reported at cleaners and at barn
Firemen answered alarms at 10 05 A M from B and M Cleaners and Dyers at 201 West Sixteenth Avenue with no damage found. A barn and fence on 1606 Buchanan Street caused a second alarm at 12 35 P M and prompted a response from local units.
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Payment of Rural School Aid O.K.'d
In Austin on May 18 the 43rd legislature authorized payment of 1,614,723 dollars in rural school aid for the past two years beyond the prior appropriation. The measure now goes to the governor. The bill covers transfers of rural pupils to high school classes and transportation costs from consolidations, including 410,617 dollars for bus fares, with a cap limiting expenditures to the appropriated amount.
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Public Works funding debate and tax proposals continue
Under questioning, Douglas supports adding flood control to public works if local governments balance budgets with strict economy and tax cuts. With sales tax dropped, focus shifts to higher income taxes and other levies to raise 220 million dollars for the President’s public works program.
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Stevenson Receives Saddle in House Gift Ceremony
Austin May 184}-Coke R Stevenson Speaker of the Texas House was informally named a gubernatorial candidate by friends who presented him a elabor ate saddle and riding equipment. Rep T H McGregor spoke of Kimble County voters buying a fine steed for his governor run while Lee Satterwhite linked Stevenson’s future to the chief executiveship. Stevenson offered no comment on politics, noting only the House’s hard work.
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Oil and Gas Committee
Italy Backs Roosevelt Disarmament Initiative
Rome reports May 18 that King Victor Emmanuel III cabled to President Roosevelt in cordial support of his disarmament plan. Premier Mussolini likewise sent Italy’s government reply through the Rome embassy in Washington, affirming adherence to the President’s initiative.
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How She Lost 29 Pounds in 3 Months
Mrs Thelma Gravely of Roseville California reports using Kruschen Salts along with dieting to shed 29 pounds in three months. She notes feeling better and plans to continue, touting the product as a safe way to reduce fat and enhance appearance with a daily half teaspoon in hot water before breakfast.
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Roseville
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Well Known Texas Ranchman Is Dead
MIDLAND May 18 Pred Cowden 74 a leading West Texas ranchman died at his home in Midland Born Palo Pinto County Cowden moved East Texas cattle to Winkler County in 1885 and with two cash deals built a 24000 working capital He bought the M Bar Ranch in Ector County later patented 20 University land sections and expanded to diverse holdings becoming a First National Bank director Oil later struck on his Ector County property He is survived by his widow nine children two brothers and a sister Funeral services planned for tomorrow.
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Bowie County murderer caught at Arkadelphia
Texarkana Arkansas dispatch reports John T. McAlpin, wanted for the Bowie County wife murder, has been apprehended at Arkadelphia. Sheriff Henry Brooks will seek requisition for return. On April 30, Mrs McAlpin was fatally wounded through a window. her daughter was wounded but not seriously.
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Kansas City Markets Live Stock and Cotton Report
Market notes from Kansas City show hogs steady to higher with top at 430 on 206-280 lb. hogs, calves steady to strong with steers 540-1500 lbs bringing 5.50 to 7.25, and spring lambs 6.85 to 7.50. New Orleans cotton opens steady to higher then eases, July around 8.75, Oct 9.00. New York stock letter presents mixed gains and losses across rails and utilities amid varied market signals.
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Stock market climbs meet profit taking at peak levels
The market showed strength earlier with gains in stocks including American Can rising over 2 points. Resistance at peak levels from last week pushed investors to take profits while trade news stayed fairly favorable. Some commission houses noted the advance lacked a meaningful technical pullback.
Fowler's Brake Service Ad Promotes Safe Driving
An old public safety styled advert warns about cars with bad brakes and the dangers of failing to stop in emergencies. It urges readers to get their name off the public enemy list and visit Fowler's Brake Service at 14th and Fillmore to improve braking.
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