The Basic Trouble with American Agriculture
Melvin A. Traylor argues that real surplus is a myth and inflation harmed farmers. He cites 1911–15 vs 1921–25 data on cotton wheat corn cattle and hogs to show production largely kept pace with population. He urges time and intelligent effort, not quick legislation, to restore stability and individual independence in farming.
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America
Hinery
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Ferguson urges road bond validation by district votes
Former Texas governor James E. Ferguson declares bonds can be validated only by referendum in the affected road districts. He says a law returning the question to local voters meets the U S Supreme Court’s objection and preserves the state’s credit, criticizing Kemp and Moody for proposing a plan that bypasses district ballots.
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Austin
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Texas
James E. Ferguson
Supreme Court of the United States
U. S. Supreme Court
Archer County
Wichita Falls
Kemp
Moody
Supreme Court
Proposed Texas Senate Joint Resolution 10 on taxing county school lands
Legislative proposal to amend Texas Constitution Article 7 Section 6a to tax all agriculture or grazing school land owned by counties to the same extent as private lands. Election set for the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November 1926 with for and against ballots. Governor to issue proclamation. costs paid from state appropriations. Emma Grigsby Meharg, secretary of state.
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Senate
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Texas
State of Texas
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Emma Grigsby Meharg
State Board of Education
Proposed amendment to Texas constitution abolishing Prison Commission
A joint resolution seeks to amend Article 16 Section 58 to abolish the Board of Prison Commissioners and place supervision of the Texas Prison System under a trained officer or officers. The measure proposes submitting the amendment to voters on November 8, 1926, with ballot wording for and against the change. An appropriation of 5000 dollars funds publication and election costs.
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Senate
State of Texas
Board of Prison Commissioners
Texas
Oring
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Emma Grigsby Meharg
Constitutional Amendments on National Guard and School Districts
The document outlines proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution affecting National Guard officers and enlisted personnel holding public office, and details a separate amendment to Article 7 Section 3 to transform funding for public schools. It covers election procedures, ballot wording, and the governor’s duties for publishing and funding the measures.
Kemp Moody crowd and governor clash over validation
The text contrasts the Kemp Moody group with the governor over legal validation. It notes the legislature may handle the campaign timing and references bond buyers in a disputed context.
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Kemp-Moody
Brokers Halt Slurs as Repudiation Talk Ends
Brokers cease attacks and stop discussing repudiation to prevent misjudgment. The move aims to quash rumors and protect reputations amid ongoing industry discussions.
St Jacobs Oil Promises Quick Back Pain Relief
The ad touts St Jacobs Oil as a harmless remedy for backache lumbago and sciatica offering almost instant relief from soreness stiffness and pain. It claims you will straighten up stop the stitches and forget you ever had a weak back after using the product.
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St. Jacobs
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