Rum runners and press bias flare along the border
The piece criticizes press coverage of Prohibition era shootings along the border, arguing some outlets distort facts to undermine law enforcement and the government. It cites Fort Worth and border patrol cases, rails at organized rum runners and smugglers, defends officials, and notes political moves on roads, taxes, and liquor laws.
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Notice to the Public of Corrections Policy
Notice to the public stating that any erroneous reflection on the character or reputation of any firm individual or corporation will be corrected upon being brought to the publishers’ attention. The text emphasizes correcting errors promptly.
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Publihers
Thought For Today Flattery and Fluctuating Fortune
A reflection notes that those who flatter most in prosperity later turn loud in anger and curses during misfortune, warning against servile praise and the instability of flattery as a social behavior.
Bible Thought for I Shall Not Want
A brief devotional note reflects Psalm 23 verses 1 and 6. The text declares the Lord as shepherd ensuring abundance and guidance, with a promise of dwelling in the Lord’s house forever.
Road Poem On The Uncertain Path And Purpose
A speaker reflects on the road ahead and the necessity of effort before growth. The heart is compared to a plow that prepares soil for an orchard and a flower cup, suggesting meaning comes from devoted work rather than the destination. The poem asks what matters about the road’s direction in time to come.
The Day's Best Snapshots of Penny Dread and Fashion Quips
A brisk collage of light verse and wry quips from Texas papers. Jests about yo-yos nose powder and street dames mingle with cheeky lines on girdles and laundry ads, reflecting early 20th century humor and social grins.
Mother Reflects On Early Marriage To Dad
Claude Callan quotes a mother in Star Telegram describing her youth when she wed, saying she owes friends an explanation for what she calls a foolish step and reflecting on her past decision and its effects.
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Star- Telegram
Experts Work On Plan To Fix Radio Sets
The Sherman Democrat says experts are developing a plan to repair radio sets. It suggests taxing the radio to raise the most money if the plan aims at maximizing revenue.
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Pope assumes all powers in new Vatican state
The pope resumes full executive legislative and judicial authority in the Vatican, a move that could prompt Italian Premier Mussolini to purge his cabinet and claim total control in Italy.
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Denison Herald
Honest Policy and the Newsroom Skeptic
The paragraph mocks political honesty and weather forecasts noting lapses in truth. It jokes about the national bird becoming a jailbird and comments on Europeans’ views of American tourists with money. It riffs on party politics and social observations about fashion costs.
Compulsory If You Had It To Do Over Again
A domestic exchange reveals Mrs and husband debating marriage choice with a jocular quip about doing it again and the husband's casual consent.
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Hushand
Oh Well Such s Motoring Quip on Gasoline Runout
A humorous exchange recalls a trip where one traveler ran out of gas and claimed they were less than a block from a filling station. The witty reply asserts belief in the near miss and the shared vow to press on.
Senator Busy on Investigating Committee and Probed by Another
A Philadelphia Bulletin report notes a senator is active on one investigative committee while being investigated by a second, illustrating a dual role of inquiry and scrutiny. The item highlights ongoing parallel oversight and political tension.
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Philadelphia Bulletin
It Will Take 20 Minutes to Reach the Village
A traveler asked a rustic how long to the next village. The man kept chopping wood, then called him back and said it would take twenty minutes. The traveler protested, and the rustic asked how could he know the man’s pace. Pearson's.
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Postal Safety Label Idea Prompts Exchange
A post office clerk questions a shopper about writing the address on both sides of a package label. The shopper explains this is to keep the address readable if the label detaches. The scene highlights practical labeling concerns in mail handling.
There, Now He and She Clash Over Timing
A brief exchange captures a tense moment as he complains about waiting over an hour while she asserts she warned he’d be late. The dialogue hints at a strained relationship or deadline tension between two individuals.
Secret Wedding Plans Hinted for Betty and Philip
Rumor suggests Betty and Philip are arranging a secret wedding. A confidant confirms the couple intends a private ceremony, with details yet undisclosed.
Hereford Wheat Field Claimed as State's Largest Under Fence
In 1926-27 Texas public school maintenance cost 46,500 436.31 with 25,949,165.31 from local taxation. State apportioned 16 and local taxes 39.23. Hereford claim states the largest single wheat field comprises 1,000 acres under one fence. The irrigation system serving Mercedes and Weslaco in the Rio Grande Valley billed as the world’s largest privately owned system.
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Texan share of spinach crop declines in March reports
A daily average oil figure contrasts with March 1928 and 1929 totals of 783000 and 694000. The report notes about half the commerce and that the United States spinach crop was produced in Texas from 294 sown to the crop.
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Texas
Hugo Railroad Man Injured in Saturday Night Wreck
Hugo Oklahoma June 17 three men including railroad worker and car dealer Welch were injured in a Saturday night automobile wreck. All are in serious condition but expected to live with treatment at local hospital.
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Dex Lain
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