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Newspaper
Austin American
Location
Austin, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1949
Page
2
Emergency legislation was urged to clarify whether the State Automatic Tax Board can levy a 35 cent general purpose property tax for 1950 to meet state needs. The proposed levy would raise about $22 million next year, included in revenue estimates for appropriations.
The Austin American notes counties and districts using tax remission and bond votes to cover one year of income as no general tax was collected last year. A 1951 constitutional amendment would end the general ad valorem tax while allowing a 5 cent charge for colleges and enabling a 30 cent portion of the old 35 cent maximum for flood control and road building.
New York April 20 Igor Cassini society columnist and Prince Mike Romanoff fought at El Morocco night club, each landing a blow. Cassini said the clash erupted over a remark. Romanoff left, returned with a policeman, and witnesses say their quarrel ended with a handshake after mediation.
An old advertisement promotes Lavoptik eye drops as a remedy for tired burning soreness itching and inflamed eyelids with a money back guarantee. It claims 30 years of success and praise from thousands of users.
The Central Texas House delegation largely supported the Gilmer-Aiken school reform bill SB 115 amid a near filibuster, with Wil l George Richards of Lock- Richards and W. R. Stump of Georgetown among notable opponents. Reuben Senterfitt of San Saba, a 1951 speakership candidate, and others debated previous questions as Dr. L A Woods faced an impending shift from elective to appointive status.
Sam Houston State College marks its 70th anniversary as the oldest teacher-training school west of the Mississippi. Governor Beauford Jester proclaims State Teachers' College Day. the 1879 act by Gov. O M Roberts formed the college, aligning with the 113th San Jacinto celebration.
Governor Beauford Jester urged the Legislature to lengthen terms for governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general from two to four years and endorsed annual legislative sessions. He proposed a pre-session inauguration and discussed term limits, arguing longer terms would add dignity and allow steadier leadership. He noted other states trend toward four-year terms.
Chicago, April 20. A woman psychologist told the 36th annual conference of the Council of Guidance and Personnel Associations that American college students waste time on pajama races, date bureaus, and pink teas. She urged focusing on students real concerns about life and their roles in meaningful causes.
The Protestant churches of America will launch the Nationwide Christian Crusade in October, the largest evangelistic drive yet. Sponsored by the Federal Council of Churches and 15 denominations, it involves over 150,000 local churches and 50 colleges across a 15 month campaign. Dr Edwin T Dahlberg notes evangelism as essential for a stronger America and church survival. A 62 member national committee will direct the crusade under Professor E C Homrighausen of Princeton NJ.
Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner W H Wright says an army of caterpillars that threatened crops near Palm Springs has gone underground to form cocoons and will emerge as sphinx moths in weeks. Major damage was limited to a 10 acre vineyard. other farms avoided serious loss after spraying dusting or trenching. The infestation concentrated between Palm Springs and India about 40 miles south.
The national headquarters of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union are located in Evanston Illinois with leadership and operations centered there. The article notes Evanston as the central base for the organization.
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