Ziegfeld’s Era Faces Rivalry as New Stage Giants Rise
New York dispatch notes shifting power in theater as Ziegfeld faces competition from Carroll White and Jesser with talk of Hollywood ventures. It highlights Ziegfeld’s lavish openings, Marilyn Miller starrers, and a box office flop amid praise and controversy. It also includes odd anecdotes and brief local vignettes.
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New York
Ziegfeld
Carroll, White
Jesser
Ziggy
Hollywood
Claff
Ziegfeld Theatre
6Th Avenue
Rialto
Finis
National Theatre Institution
Follies
Marilyn Miller
Miss Miller
Sally
Houston Enthusiasm for New Texas Shown in Letters
University of Texas library adds James Prentiss and Sam Houston correspondence from 1832 detailing Houston’s plans for Texas, his views on independence, colonization aims, and a broad outlook on Texas development amid travel delays, cholera, and money troubles.
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Houston
Texas
Prentiss
Austin
James Prentiss
New York
Sam Houston
Library of
The
University of Texas
Winnie Allen
Llouston
Stanbery
United States
University
San Janinto
Alleh
Prohibition Movement Gains Backing From Commerce and Industry
A Washington conference launches plans to mobilize commerce and industry for the prohibition cause in the 1982 presidential contest. A 16 member committee will report February 23 in the national capital as organizers seek a dry candidate and stronger enforcement. Proponents cite benefits in savings, home ownership, insurance, education, and worker productivity as broader support grows.
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Washington
National
Commerce
Industry
Texas Boosts Made in Texas Campaign Across State
Leaders of commerce and industry urge Texans to buy Texas made products to develop agriculture and industry. Census data show rapid growth across the state, with population rising 24.9 percent from 1920 to 1930 and westward migration boosting demand and employment. The piece also notes Good Cheer Association fundraising success in Bryan and urges timely Christmas shopping while touching on wage policies.
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Texas
California
New York
Michigan
Florida
Arizona
New Jersey
Lone Star
West
Bryan
Good Cheer Association
Dallas Couple Robbed of 828 Dollars by Two Men
Dallas on December 17 report states Mr and Mrs Roco Briache were held up by two men and robbed of 828 dollars as they walked from a street car to their home.
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Dallas
Roco Briache
Offering for Orphans White Christmas Observed at Church
White Christmas observance is planned at First Baptist Church next Sunday morning. All church and Sunday School members will bring cash gifts for Buckner Orphan's Home, with envelopes provided during Sunday School.
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First Baptist Church
Buckner Orphan's Home
H. P. Black
Visit of Dan Halloran Jr with Public Service Co
Dan Halloran Jr of the Public Service Co of New Orleans is staying a few days with his uncle M Bonneville and Mrs Bonneville, accompanying the family during the visit.
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Dan Halloran, Jr
Public Service Co
New Orleans
M. Bonneville
Mrs. Bonneville
Daily Bible Thought Captioned Captain of Salvation
The excerpt reflects a devotional note focusing on Jesus as captain of salvation and the purpose of bringing many to glory through his sufferings. It emphasizes divine provisioning and the role of Christ in spiritual ascent for believers within a faith context.
Twenty Five Years Ago Editorial Cartoon Harsh on Football Rules
A 25 year old Times editorial jokes about regulating football with absurd ideas like Billy Bounce suits and kicking rules. It notes public reactions to Sarah Bernhardt in Quebec and townsfolk lighting candles on main street. It urges local shopping and loyalty to home merchants, and lists Mrs. Lamar Bethea and children visiting relatives at Kountz and Livingston.
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Kyyan Morning Eagle
Congress
Roosevelt
Sarah Bernhardt
Quebec
Light Company
Main
Lamar Bethea
Kountz
Livingston
Dallas Colonel Warns Against Pessimistic News Bias
Colonel W. F. Easterwood of Dallas cites a Pine Bluff editor who would bar depressing items from papers. He argues that masking fear harms the public, noting millions work and consume while shelves go bare, urging readers to prepare for an upturn and curb needless caution.
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W. FE. Easterwood
Dallas
Texas
Daily Commercial
Pine Bluff
Ark
United States
Hazing Debate Surfaces at Texas A and M College Station
Exchanges and Senior class leaders at the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas urge the Legislature to investigate hazing at College Station. They argue the issue is misrepresented, noting that hazing may occur in forms with consent, while the extent depends on definitions and freedom of action.
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Versailles
Theatre A la Hollywood
Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas
College Station
Relief or politics in Hoover's unemployment plan debate
The editorial argues President Hoover advocates prompt unemployment relief and rural aid, urging Congress and the administration to cooperate. It warns against politicking over human misery, calls for shared information with Congress, and favors timely acts within fiscal limits to avoid overburdening taxes and hindering business.
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Hoover
Congress of
United States
National Treasury
Congress
Merve
Washington
Legislative Branch
Umne
Christian Science Monitor
Hazing at A. and M. College Becomes Public Issue
The Dallas News discusses hazing at A. and M. College where paddling and boards injure students. It notes few exempt, calls it an evil under Texas law, and urges frank campus handling and possible legislative scrutiny. The piece highlights the democratic tyranny among Texas students and urges cooperation with faculty.
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Dallas Lad
M. College
Texas
Dallas News
Autumn Leaves in a Quiet Winter Wood
A reflective verse describes autumn leaves drifting down from oaks and beeches and sumac, then a red maple leaf flickering like a dying flame. The leaves fade as branches stay bare, waiting for spring’s awakening to bring new life.
Texas Products Will Be Boosted by State Bureau
A central Austin bureau will disseminate information on Texas manufacturers and products. John W. Carpenter of Dallas chairs a new statewide campaign team with Charles Ripps and W. T. Ladd as vice chairmen. The plan calls for a five year ad campaign, yearly industrial weeks, and school and association involvement to promote buying home made goods.
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Austin
Texas
Chambers of Commerce
John W. Carpenter
Dallas
Charles Ri Tips
Three Rivers
W. T. Ladd
Fort Worth
B. E. Caldwell
Houston
Waco
Antiques Craze Sparks Talk of Change at Year’s End
Letter from Les Akers discusses the revival of antique collecting as Christmas nears. He jokes about disposing of officials and notes the differences in perceived value of old furniture due to flaws. He muses on production and unemployment if demand rises.
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Dallas
Les Akers
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