Literacy Law Governing Election Takes Effect in Texas
The Dean law banning assistance to voters not physically disabled is active for the May 24 election on four constitutional amendments. It requires two sworn judges to help only when needed, and mandates English language use in assistance with ballots. Violations bring misdemeanor penalties and fines.
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Austin
Texas
Dean
Glascock-Pharr
Rio Grande
Bell County
State of
Aidin
Senate
House of Representatives
Converted German liner harboring negro battalion storms at sea
A converted German liner bearing a negro stevedore battalion sails from port into a violent storm. Troops on board endure rough seas with no meals prepared and maintain a grim mood as they request to speak to the captain. One private threatens to demand action to save the battalion from danger.
How to Live One Hundred Years Health Talk
Dr. Charles E. Barker, Taft era physical adviser, outlines a lecture on longevity focusing on energy and vitality. He argues sickness is preventable, blood purity underpins disease, and lung function affects personal efficiency while citing Bulgaria’s centenarians as a dietary example.
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Charles E. Barker
Taft
Barker
Bulgaria
Stefansson proposes Arctic region to become vast dairy meat hub
Explorer Stefansson tells Canadian Parliament of plans to convert Arctic and sub Arctic lands into a large wool milk and meat producing area by developing reindeer and musk ox herds. He notes this discovery could delay polar map making. In Petrograd a clock with ninety five faces tracks time across thirty cities in many nations as celestial movements are noted.
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Stefansson
Petrograd
Telephone system set up in Simla summer capital
An American automatic telephone system is established in Simla India to boost communications. The report notes many small quarrels can escalate when temper and spite influence work.
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Simla
India
Dr Barker Demonstrates 13 Exercises In Health Lecture
The program ends with Dr Barker shedding his coat to show 13 simple exercises with running commentary. Barker is nationally known for promoting health and personal efficiency. His lecture promises to be both interesting and instructive.
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Barker
United States
Dr. Barker
The Herald Declares All News In The City
The Herald asserts every city event qualifies as news, urging readers to treat local occurrences as headline material and follow its reportage for timely updates.
Wise political observer cites socialism influence on parties
An analyst suggests socialism is gaining traction in both major parties, prompting questions about policy shifts. The claim centers on increasing alignment with social welfare programs and public ownership ideas across factions.
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