House upholds unseating of Neinast over draft felony
The House voted 114 to 13 to sustain a committee report recommending Neinast be unseated for a prior guilty plea to obstructing the draft during war. Speaker Burmeister, a naturalized Texan of German birth, argued the Constitution forbids felons from serving, reinforcing the seat denial.
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House
H. J. Neinast
Washington County
Neinast
F. H. Burmeister
Germany
Texas
Neiast
Burmeister
New York
United States
America
Neirust
General Approval Expected for Plan Without Objections
The discussion concluded that the proposal will likely gain broad support with no significant opposition. Stakeholders indicated acceptance of the plan's core elements and milestones.
Bonham Carpenters Union Cuts Labor Price
Bonham carpenters formed a union and cut wages from $1.00 to 87 1/2 cents an hour to lower costs as prices trend downward, aiding buyers in construction projects.
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Carpenters of
Bonham
Legislature Rejects Invitation for Mary MacSwinner Address
Texas lawmakers decline to pass a resolution inviting Mary MacSwinner to speak in Austin. The Cork sister, linked to a lord mayor who starved himself, is described as a fair speaker yet deemed unworthy of hearing, a stance criticized as insane.
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Mary MacSwinner
Austin
Mary
Cork
Texas
Hearst Sues Houston Over Foreign Credit and Loans
The article reports William Randolph Hearst filing an injunction against Secretary Houston to stop new foreign credits and advances on promised loans to foreign governments. It comments on war-scare rhetoric and criticizes Edison for advocating eighteen hour workdays despite rising living costs.
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Wm. Randolph Hearst
Houston
William
United States
Japan
Germany Offers About Half Reparation Sum for Arbitration
The article says Germany may offer just over half the demanded reparations to Spain and if rejected will seek U.S. arbitration. It notes Germany is not so near bankrupt as to accept a 50 cent on the dollar compromise.
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United States
Germany
Why February Is Short Month And A Local Trial Verdict
An inquiry explains February has two days less than other months. A Cameron man was convicted of criminal assault on a Cameron schoolgirl in Waco and sentenced to five years in the penitentiary. The report notes harsher treatment would be expected if the defendant were a Black or Mexican person.
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Enquirer
Cameron
Cep M
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Lee
Vee Leon
Thane
Annabel Lee
Porcupine
Paradise
Tees
Los
Jeatos Wheel
Gray
Gunghoy
Hamiler
Congress
Senate fights wasteful seed grants and tariff stance in Texas
The article argues that saving 860000 dollars spent on free seeds by the Senate would earn praise for cutting waste. It notes many such expenses run into the millions and can be cut. It claims Texas voters largely oppose a protective tariff and notes Sen. Cha A. Culberson voted against duties on wheat and storage meats.
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United States Senate
Texas
Cha. A. Culberson
Illinois hanged for murder yesterday
Two men were executed in Illinois for murder, described as a hard-hearted state. The article notes swift retribution for cold blood and trifling crimes, while mocking the justice system and public sentiment.
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Illinois
Texas divorce reform bill targets scandal in the law
C E Diack of San Antonio introduces a bill to overhaul Texas divorce laws as a public concern grows over the scandalous consequences on state social life. The measure seeks radical changes to the divorce procedure to curb the so called divorce evil affecting the public.
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C. E. Diack
San Antonio
Texas
Divorcees Wed Again Shortly After Decree
The law bars remarriage for a year after divorce but practice shows parties often remarry within hours of the final decree. Newspapers publish both the divorce and wedding announcements in quick succession.
Law reform urged on divorce and poetry recitation woes
The piece argues Texas divorce law enforcement is required as statutes fail without penalties. It notes the Black bill proposals to fund defendant fees and publication costs, plus routine grand jury actions. It laments poetry recitation misfires in schools and mocks chronic recital errors by a boastful amateur narrator.
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Grand Jury
S&s. A. Brooks
San Antonio
Texas
Classified Ads Highlight Office Supplies and Paper
Local listing promotes Typewriter Sivbon and Typewriter Paper for sale. Mentioned as available at THE FAVORITE OFFICE in a compact classified notice style.
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Sivbon
Super F. Sale
Young Couple Granted Marriage License Amid Age Concerns
An 18 year old man and 14 year old girl from Randolph were granted a marriage license by the Counts County office. Both parties had parental consent and the license was issued as stage licenses seen at a notable rate, with many underage marriages reported.
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Dee’ Taylor
Mamie Owens
Randolph
Eifhteen
Counts C
Mission study at The Methodist Church nets ternoon
A local church program at the Mission Stud Methodist Church drew attendees for an afternoon session. Organizers planned discussions and group activities to engage participants in community outreach and faith-based study.
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Mission Stud Methodist Church
Elkin for Alderman at Large in Se rmously nominated
Prominent local figure F Elkin receives mass support as a candidate for Alderman at large. The meeting confirms Elkin’s interest in public service and his commitment to city building and fair policy.
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R. Elkin
Freak of Acoustics Echoes at St Pauls Dome
In the whispering gallery of St Pauls Cathedral London a remarkable acoustic effect carries sound clearly from one side of the dome to the opposite side but vanishes at intermediate points. The phenomenon underscores the cathedral's unique architectural acoustics and silent zones within the circular gallery.
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St.Pauls Cathedral
London
Accounting for the Blue Mrs Biscon They Color Water
A fragment reports a conversation about indigo and its effect on water. Mr Bacon asks if that is why the animal is acting oddly this morning, implying a curious causal claim.
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Mrs. Biscon
Mr Bacon
Global cigarette smoking rises in census findings
A census of the industry reports smoking increases worldwide. In the United States 30 million cigarettes were smoked and more than 16 million were exported, with Jol 30 QU0,000 cottt aans noted in the data.
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Jol
United States
You
Lou
Whatcher and Pio Ponder Energies in Grimmy Dances
A fragmented note quotes Whatcher and Pio discussing figures and energy waste in grimmy dances. The weird phrasing hints at a quirky, urban chat about ideas and electricity use in a stylized world.
Try a Favorite Want Ad They Get Results
A brisk prompt urges readers to place a favorite want ad to attract responses and quicker results. The note emphasizes direct listings for jobs, services, or items with clear contact options.
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