Race for Congress in Central Texas Between Poage and Cross
The News contrasts Bob Poage and O H Cross in the Eleventh District race. Poage, serving since 1936, is praised for his work in Washington, while Cross campaigns actively from Waco and challenges Poage on seniority and record. The paper demands Cross answer three questions on seniority, attendance, and bills passed, promising to publish results in the next issue.
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Congress
Bob Poage
Washington
O. H. Cross
Poage
Cross
Texas
United States
Bob
Peace of
Eleventh Congressional District
Mr. Cross
Rosebud News
Congressional
Sharp Gymnasium Under Construction
Construction begins on a new frame gymnasium at Sharp with hardwood floors, dressing rooms, bleachers and updated plumbing and electrical work. The NYA boys from nearby communities carry out the project under plans by local architect J. E. Johnson, with completion aimed for August 15.
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Sharp
NYA
J. E. Johnson
Mr Cross Did Not Choose to Answer in Rosebud News
Rosebud News recaps Mr Cross silence on three questions from 1934 about senority in the 77th Congress Poage missed roll calls the year before Cross introduced 27 public bills none became law plus 19 private bills and 29 speeches over eight years in Congress detailing limited legislative impact.
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Mr. Cross
Bob Poage
Bob
Washington
Poage
Cross
Congressional Record
Congress
Senate
Poage’s Farm Policy Influence Grows in Legislation
The article notes Bob Poage’s farm program ideas surfacing in broader laws. It cites his reverse tariff plan for farmer relief influencing current policy and mentions his H R 6997 pension bill for ages 65 and up with blind and crippled beneficiaries funded by the federal government. It also references his WYA amendment enabling WPA labor on private land for soil conservation with district sponsorship.
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Bob Poage
Department of Agriculture
Congress
Poage
Ways and Means Committee
Miss Hazel Riddle Weds Robert Michalka at St Monica’s
The wedding for Miss Hazel Riddle and Robert Michalka took place Monday morning at 7 at St Monica’s Catholic Church. Parents are Mrs Myrtle Riddle and Mr Michalka, with Mr and Mrs Joe Michalka. They will reside in Cameron.
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Miss Hazel Riddle
Robert Michalka
St. Monica’s Catholic Church
Miss Riddle
Myrtle Riddle
Mr. Michalka
Joe Michalka
Cameron
Harry G Perry Dies Sudden in Rockdale
Harry G. Perry 55 longtime Rockdale resident died suddenly at his home at 7 p.m. Thursday. Friends in Cameron reported he felt ill late that day and a heart stroke was given as the cause. He worked in Rockdale's insurance field 32 years and is survived by his widow, a brother Sam Perry of Beaumont and nephew George Sessions Perry, a noted New York writer.
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Harry G. Perry
Rockdale
Cameron
Mr. Perry
Milam County
Sam Perry
Beaumont
George Sessions Perry
New York
Miss Lucille Seidl Visits Burlington With Parents
Miss Lucille Seidl of Houston spent the weekend with her parents at Burlington, enjoying time away from home.
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Lucille Seidl
Houston
Burlington
Milam Campaign Draws to Close
Milam County political campaign nears end with three speaking engagements. Candidates visit Miner and Cavilla tonight and Wednesday as rain disrupts events at the Athletic Field. Businessmen petitioned by Chas Walzer for a Court House Lawn rally, a long standing pre election tradition. By noon today 145 votes had been cast. the ballot closes July 22.
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Minerva
Cavilla
Chas. Walzer
Court House
Nick Gatoura Visits Cameron From Austin
Nick Gatoura of Austin visited Cameron on Monday. The encounter highlighted local ties and brought attention to his connection with the Cameron area community.
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Nick Gatoura
Austin
Cameron
Austin man Fred Josephs transacts business in Cameron
Fred Josephs of Austin transacted business in Cameron Tuesday and advertised in the Midget.
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Fred Josephs
Austin
Cameron
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