Big Jobs Ahead for the Legislature in Texas
The Texas Legislature faces major issues once it convenes on January 12 in Austin. The first ninety days will center on old age pensions and liquor policy, with strong lobbying expected from whiskey interests. The old age assistance program is also under scrutiny as revenue needs rise, with an estimated 300,000 eligible for benefits and potential costs reaching tens of millions monthly. Taxpayers fear a heavy burden as new taxes may be proposed to fund pensions and other items. The piece notes concerns about highway use by merchants and trucking under Railroad Commission regulations, opposing unregulated freight on public highways and calling for clear controls.
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Austin
Texas
Simmons
Railroad Commission of Texas
The
Transportation Association
Licmon
Congress
Failed World War Rhetoric and Tax Burden Rattle Citizens
A fragmented critique argues that misdirected legislation and rising taxes threaten private initiative and property rights. It warns of a communistic tilt in policy, debt burdens, and public fear as lawmakers push higher taxes and landowner penalties amid a wary electorate.
Tugwell Named To Lead Molasses Firm
The Pittsburg Gazette notes Tugwell will head a molasses company, a job prospects-rich yet demanding. The McKinney Examiner warns to prevent flies in the molasses while Tom Bean Time hints at caution in business. A Star-Telegram blurb comments on patience in seeking revenge and shifting tones about failed plans.
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Tugwell
Tom Bean
McKinney Examiner
Worth a Smile For Accuracy A New VV
A compact note highlights a fresh VV initiative aimed at boosting accuracy with a lighthearted tone. The item underscores improved reliability and a cheerful approach to verification tasks within the organization.
Day's Best From Texas Newspapers Fragment
A fragmented Texas note describes a long effort to correct a crooked object or condition. The text shows persistence and eventual improvement, though details are obscured by OCR errors. No clear names, dates, or places are recoverable.
Blondie to Save the Children Obey Parents in the Lord
A dated verse fragment by Mary Cummings Eudy reflects on virtue and restraint. The lines praise quiet beauty not needing display and invoke a biblical command to honor parents.
Local Social Notes Include Birthdays Visits and Gatherings
Mrs Lonnie Redman spends time with her mother while Mr and Mrs Lee Blankenship hosted relatives Friday. Miss Frelon Moore celebrated a birthday weekend event. Mr Jimmie Lee Cooper attended a gathering and Mary Huffman and Lois Wade visited. Community members list short social updates from Bonham and Elwood areas.
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Lonnie Redman
Lee Blankenship
Lam Vié
Frelon Moore
Ien
Jimmie Lee Cooper
Anderse
Elwood
Notice to Advertisers and Public Address Changes
Patrons on 30 day ad contracts are liable for full payment and no refunds for early removal. Public corrections policy issued. Change of address requests require old and new addresses to avoid delays.
Transportation group letters influence on Texas ads
The Manufacturers and Merchants Transportation Association through secretary Stuart Simmons of Austin sent a letter of information and appeal. It notes that on December 4 Texas Railroads via executive Secretary I P Tedlie circulated a circular urging newspapers statewide to grant advertising space.
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Manufacturers and Merchants Transportation Association
Stuart Simmons
Austin
Texas Railroads
I. P. Tedlie
Texas
the Transportation Association
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Encapo Mone
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Blondie
Emierson
Mary Cummings
Eudy
Mary Elveyr Huffman
Lois Dean Wade
Dink Owens
Stewart
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Nan
Realistic Weekly
Lon
Compiets Gift Store
E. C. Segar
Dagwood
Tust
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Thimble Theatre
Popeye
Ckk Young
Poppa
Ruke Goldberg
Lear
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Bonham Daily Favorite
A. McDougal
Ubbisher
Bonham, Texas
Associated Press
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