Surplus of Women in Spain Moves Voting Power Discussion
Article notes Spain's constitutional grant of universal suffrage, with women voters already sizable in major cities and provinces. It highlights three women deputies elected in 1931 and compares Spain's compulsory electoral census to the United States' voluntary registration, warning many listed women may not vote in the next general election.
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Madrid
Spain
Provisional Government of the Republic
Cortes Constituyentes
Victoria Kent
Clara Campoamor
Margaret Nelken
Oviedo
Salamanca
United States
India Plans Trade Office In United States
The Indian government aims to set up a trade bureau in New York City to manage India’s trade with North and South America. A permanent Indian trade commissioner will head it, seeking a larger share of Western Hemisphere markets. Plans for Milan and Hamburg offices are noted, with openings contingent on improved conditions and funding. The London office in Hamburg will be led by trade commissioner H. A. F. Lindsay.
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London
New York City
India
South America
Milan
Europe
Hamburg
H. A. F. Lindsay
Sheep Leader Triggers Mass Sheep Death In Forest
In Oregon a flock in Cascade forest followed a leader down a mountainside. The lead animals hit two logs forming a V and fell, trapping others behind them. About 200 sheep died as bodies blocked the space while hundreds more gathered to the scene. Owners Riley and Riley buried the victims.
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Eugene
Ore
Cascade National Forest
Here
Westfair
Riley
Nebraska highway marker sparks 60000 dollar suit
Matthew Thimgan claims a diamond shaped state marker depicting an ox team and covered wagon was his design and that Nebraska adopted it without paying royalties. He says he sought permission from lawmakers in 1929 to sue the state but was denied. The piece also retells a separate anecdote about a man swallowing a half dollar in a separate incident.
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Lincoln
Neb
Nebraska
Matthew Thimgan
Thimgan
Five Hundred Nebraska Women Track Household Costs
In Lincoln Nebraska five hundred Nebraska women record household expenses this year to determine the true cost of running a home. The effort, organized with the College of Agriculture extension service, follows last year’s farmers’ profit studies and mirrors the same plan for women.
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Lincoln
Neb
Nebraska
College of Agriculture Extension Service
Matinee Idol Now Raiser Of Pigeons
NEW ORLEANS LA United Press report profiles Walter Richardson once a matinee idol at the St. Charles theater who after seven years became a pigeon raiser. He now lives at Abita Springs about forty miles away and says he is happier than ever.
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New Orleans
Walter Richardson
St. Charles
Abita Springs
Richnee Peasy
Hidden Coin In Mouth Triggers Hospital Visit
In Harrisburg, John Egresitz sought to hide a 50-cent piece from a friend. His anxiety led to a hospital visit where an aeag was used to locate and remove the coin from his mouth after a friend watched him swallow it during a walk.
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John
Harrisburg
John Egresitz
Oroville clubwomen refuse pocket gold prospect on property
Oroville California. Women of a local club refuse permission to a miner to prospect for pocket gold on club property. The miner claims his panning of dirt from the cellar excavation of the new club building shows the ground to be rich.
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Oroville, Calif
Oroville
Giant rabbit acts as watchdog for California sheriff
MODESTO Calif UP No fear has Deputy Sheriff Harvey Wright of thieves so long as Big Buck is on the job. Wright was awakened one morning by loud pounding on his porch door. Rushing outside he found Big Buck, giant rabbit, with a firm grip on an unidentified man's right leg. The Wright family’s watchdog was asleep in his kennel.
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Modesto
Calif
Harvey Wright
Big Buck
Wright
Bread Thief Sentenced For Life In Louisiana
Emile Johnson, an African American, stole four loaves of bread and a cake. The judge sentenced him to life imprisonment, his fourth offense, under Louisiana law.
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New
Orleans
Emile Johnson
Rig
Bargain for Genuine Amos Keag Outing Gear
Listing offers a genuine Amoskeag outing item in size 26 by 27 inches. Describes it as a bargain and highlights its authentic quality. No additional details on condition or price provided.
Double thread Wash Cloths recalled from 10c sale
Wash cloths sold for 10 cents each are recalled after safety checks reveal colorfast dye issues. Retailers report brisk early sales and advise customers to return items for refunds or exchanges. No injuries reported.
Spread Options and Colors for Bedroom Linens
The note lists price values up to 4.95 and specifies Lavender and Green only in full widths and lengths. It advises checking these options when a new spread is needed. It reads as a catalog snippet guiding selection by color and size.
Beautiful quality garment in bias cut finish
A catalog item offers a White and Flesh bias cut garment with sizes ranging from 36 to 44. The description emphasizes luxurious fabric and tailored fit suitable for formal wear. Sale details not provided in the fragment.
Colorful boys and girls clothing hats sizes 2 to 14 years
Ad lists clothing with $1.49 values and various styles for ages 2 to 14 years. Mentions colorful outfits and matching hats.
Thrifty buyers offered dress length sale
Thrifty shoppers are urged to buy a dress length and receive a free item. The ad highlights choice fabrics including voiles meshes batistes printed rayons dotted Swiss wool challies and 54 inch woolens, emphasizing value and patterns for customers.
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Craemer
Boston Net with hemmed sides balcony feature
A 43 inch Boston Net listing compares a 33 yard value and highlights a net with hemmed sides suitable for balcony use. The item emphasizes the distinctive length and construction while noting its portable outdoor utility.
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Boston
Ladies' Bathing Suits in Wool at $1.98
Sunback styles offered in many colors and most sizes. Pure wool bathing suits priced at $1.98 each.
Every Blouse Clearance Sale Price Drop
The catalog promotes smart blouse styles in white and pastel shades, offering a former price of $1 now presented as a clearance or sale item to attract buyers.
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