Nunn to retire as president of Nunn Bush Shoe Co
Henry L. Nunn a Bonham native and founder of Nunn Bush Shoe Co will retire as president to open room for younger managers. Board to elect a successor January 14 with an advisory committee to guide transitions. Nunn, 68, helped found the Milwaukee company in 1912 and rose from office boy to top executive in a career noted for shared-plot profit plans and national recognition.
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Inauguration Plans Altered by Legislative Error
Texas officials uncover a 1945 law mistake that removed Supreme Court and higher court judges from oath administering. Gov Elect Beauford Jester and Allan Shivers will be affected as many inaugurations must be rescheduled. The error narrowed oath authority to district and county judges only, prompting widespread changes.
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Texas
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Supreme Court
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Lloyd Davidson
Court of Criminal Appeals
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Allan Shivers
Davidson
Dismissal Axed Yet Plans to Resign Remain
Washington Dec 28 Adamson chief investigator of the House Committee on Unamerican Activities received a dismissal from his republic today but signaled he would still resign. J Purnell Thomas slated to become chairman when Republicans take over Congress Jan 3 promised to fire Adamson for releasing an authorized report accusing American Communists of attempting a general strike. The investigator claimed Thomas threatened to sever his ties with the committee after the firing.
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Adamson
House Committee
U.ian
McIntire Durant Named Executive Secretary
McIntire Durant was identified as an executive secretary by Red Roy J. Turner. The statement, made today, notes McIntire’s role as the campaign opens and signals his leadership position moving forward.
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Oma City
McIntire
Durant
Red Roy J. Turner
Norther Delayed In Central Oklahoma Weather Update
A norther expected to roll into central Oklahoma Friday night or Saturday morning was delayed. Spotted weather conditions have prevailed. a cold front from Canada to the U S is forecast to blanket the country before year’s end with slight moderating by New Year’s Day.
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Athuetre
Woman Gives Birth To Twentieth Child in Covington
In Covington Kentucky a 43 year old mother, Mrs Matel Baldridge, gave birth to her twentieth child, a seven pound four ounce boy. The infant struggled to breathe and was placed in an oxygen tent but survived. The Baldridge family has ten siblings, with all but one of the older three children alive. Andrew Baldridge and his wife wed when she was 16.
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Covington, Ky
Fleming
Matel Baldridge
Andrew Baldringdge
Charges Against Driver Dismissed in Madill Case
MADILL Oklahoma charges of second degree manslaughter against William Brown 20 were dismissed in justice court after three hours of testimony. Brown was charged in the Thanksgiving automobile death of Mrs Badie Any Moure 16.
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Man Held After House Damaged Near Leonard Farm
A white man was jailed in Fannin County after wrecking the interior of the N L Marks farm home five miles west of Leonard. City Marshal Ellis Whitney pursued across fields for four miles before arrest. Five pints of whiskey were found in the suspect’s car near the Marks house. Estimated damage to the home and furniture was 200 dollars.
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Fannin County
Ellis Whitney
Marks
Coke Dodges Questions On Own Future
In Austin on December 28, Governor Stevens on year end remarks avoided direct answers about his future plans. He suggested a modest 1 to 2 percent price decline could be possible without depression and noted potential runs for United States Senate in 1948 if the seat held by Lee O’Daniel becomes open. He also commented on Christmas cards received and the political dynamics of a future race.
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Lee O'Danie
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Stevens
Texas
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Diane
Paris Youth Loses Sight of Eye in Firecracker Blast
A Paris youth, four years old, suffered the loss of sight in one eye after a firecracker exploded near his face. Medics treated him and his parents expressed hope for some vision to remain.
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Paul Swint
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Witte
Chad
Hog Production In Texas To Be Curtailed
A Texas report notes further curtailment of hog production as estimated by the U.S. Bureau of Agriculture. Officials expect continued reductions amid farm economy adjustments affecting Texas livestock.
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Texas
Austin
U. S. Bureau of Agriculture
Rebel Activity Spreads in Cochin China Amid Attacks
Paris dispatch reports rebel activity expanding into southern Cochin China as French patrols report ambushes and skirmishes. Two Annamite children killed. four wounded in a Christmas ambush near Truvinh. Saigon quiet but tense. troops on alert and bridges guarded.
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Four Die In Bus Truck Crash Near Worland
Four persons were killed when a bus and truck collided near Worland. Victims include Samuled CORES and student Vieiet Stow of St Vincent. Lewell Lewel and Mrs Fro also among the dead. Several others were injured. emergency crews transported the wounded.
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Billings
Tie Bi
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Jearette Prosgou
Commissioners Meet Monday To Okay Bonds
County officials plan a Monday session to approve bonds for local projects. County Judge Glen Fiey announced that the meeting will include the swearing in of officers and the re election of key county officials after the December session.
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Glen Fiey
Haturcaas
Tunley
Calvert
Shetter
Rayburn Aims for Speaker Role in 80th Congress
The article describes Sam Rayburn pursuing the speakership as the 80th Congress opens. It notes expectations for leadership amid GOP challenges and ongoing national politics.
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80Th Congress
Plane crashes near Shannon claim 12 lives
Fourteen people died or were injured in two airliner crashes. The TWA Constellation Star of Cairo crashed near Shannon Airport three miles from Shannon, killing 12 of 23 aboard and injuring 11. An American Airlines flight crashed in a flower garden near Michigan City Indiana, killing two and injuring 19.
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Paroled Nazis Prompt Unclear Postwar Debate
A fragmented report notes the paroling of a large number of high ranking Nazis and hints at postwar reactions. Details are scrambled, with names, dates, and places difficult to discern. The piece suggests ongoing debates over handling former officials and wartime crimes.
Xmas Travellers Search Intensifies In Wetumka Oklahoma
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol urged state police in Arkansas Tennessee and other states to join a hunt for a couple who left Atlanta last Sunday on a belated Christmas visit. Reports indicate the travelers were en route toward Georgia with delays and scattered sightings as the search expanded across the region.
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Nationwide Clearance Sales Spark Buyers’ Surge
Nationwide shoppers flocked to bargain counters for the first time since 1941 as stores slashed prices 33 to 50 percent on salts dresses shoes and household goods. Some items sold at cost amid post Christmas inventories and wartime stock cleanouts.
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Econymus
Melchor
Pati
Central Life Incucance Company
Palyi
Sharp Cold Wave Hits Texas Panhandle With Frigid Temps
Weather bulletins warn of a sharp cold wave sweeping Texas and nearby states. Forecasters predict temperatures in the Panhandle plunging to near 16 degrees as frigid air moves south from the north, with widespread rain across the region.
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Misgeith Ra
Oklahun
Reutherman
Panhandle
Western Union Telegram Rate Boost Approved by FCC
The FCC approved Western Union Telegram Co. to raise telegram rates by 10 percent, adding about 8.5 million dollars in annual revenue. The increase is issued as a flat 20 percent boost replacing a prior temporary hike from June and becomes effective within one day after new tariffs are filed.
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Western Union
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Woman Held by Juvenile Authorities After Sherman Knife Death
Deputy Mangrum said the fatal stabbing ended a dispute between Spratt and a girl who will be handled by juvenile authorities. The victim, a Negro man, died from a knife wound. Spratt’s wife suffered several stab wounds to her leg. The investigation confirmed no murder charges against the girl.
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Fizhugh Magram
County Schools Resume Classes On Monday
School districts announce classes will resume Monday with M Hope of MM vt noted as a point of contact for updates.
Cattle Disease Reported in Mexico
The Mexican Secretary of Agriculture notes a cattle illness not hoof and mouth disease but stomach ulcers. Col J A Aimeira of the National Farm Federation states the condition is stomach ulcers affecting cattle and not a market threat.
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Telegram Rates Increase by 10 Percent
Washington reports a 10 percent rise in telegram costs as authorized by the Federal Communications Commission. The change adds about 23 000 a day in revenue, affecting telegram charges nationwide.
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