Dust storms and cotton trade issues loom in 1920s South report
The article describes a severe dust storm impacting West Midwest areas and city life, with crews sweeping debris from streets and concerns about pneumonia. It discusses public health strain, doctor workloads, and the strain of lawmaking debates at national and local levels. It analyzes cotton quality concerns, pricing signals, and ginners’ practices in North Carolina and the Piedmont, arguing improvements in cotton quality could boost farm income while criticizing current marketing methods.
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West Mintey
India
Dallas
Winters
North Caroltna Experiment Station
Waco
North Carolina
Tom Tittle
Piedmont
North Carolind
Tosus
South
Elm Trees Influence in History and Craft
A fragmented reminiscence traces elm trees, including the famous Cambridge elm, as symbols from Washington's rise to command in 1778. It notes elms sheltering figures, shaping early beliefs, and serving practical uses from water pipes to bows while blending myth, history, and commerce. The piece critiques the trees’ lasting presence in culture and memory.
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Arly Teutons
Wein
Costly American lifestyle contrasts with modest means
The piece cites an Indiana columnist's view that a $75,000 yearly income yields barely $19,000 to invest after taxes, real estate, insurance, and living costs. It argues high fixed charges and social expectations prevent real relief during hard times, questioning the value of wealth without security. Also notes a charity, a miscellaneous bridal shower in Iola, Kansas, and a Dallas trade agreement reference.
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Rennes
Bath House
Anil
Usele Bam
Riley
Indy
Ohia Indy
Sam Baugh Autograph Card Tour Sparks Fan Frenzy
A Texas A and M style fan notes a brisk autographed photo tour by Sammy Baugh of TCU fame. Enclosed letters request photos and Christmas gifts for relatives while “autograph” cards are distributed to fans. The scene features Baugh posing with Miss Solon Moody during a San Francisco trip for the Santa Clara game, guitar in hand, amid widespread newspaper and magazine use.
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Port Worth
Maine
Sammy
Thriatmas
Itern
Baugh
Solon Moody
San Francisco
Santa Clara
Guytar
Seston
Magasines
Governor Allred Forms Texas Traffic Safety Committee
A state safety committee chaired by Governor Allred will promote a threefold program of safety focusing on engineering education and enforcement. The group, including regional and civic leaders, blueprints new traffic laws such as stricter driver's licenses while urging public awareness across Texas.
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Eras Sehich
Allred
Ytland
Ite
Austin
Texas
Traile Safety
Sirvad
Marional
Dalles Citivenn Traile
Havi
Texas A. & M. College
Cornell University
Natonal Safety Counsell
Women's Clubs
Parent-Teachers Associations
Eharel
Chambers Commerce
Automobile Jeluba
Boy and Let
Glee Club Links UT Event with Local Tie
Last week's Texas Proat Association note mentions Governor and legislators as guests of President Benedict at the University of Texas. The Girls Glee Club closed the event with 150 white dressed voices including Ruby Schow, a UT junior from our town.
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Texan Proat Association
Benedict
University of Texas
Ruby Schow
VikiNG Theatre Presents Old Favorites and New Acts
The Bethel venue hosts a lively program featuring White Hunter with Warner Dawne and Jane Lang, a romantic adventure about a man and woman, plus lineup including One Life Millom and Round-up in Texan. February 28 promises a full night of entertainment with top-billed acts and the playful Top Bye.
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Jane Wiehees
Martie Teal
Ealeaan
Jimmy Millson
Faute Stone
Bethel
Boyne Ans
Warner DawWe
Jane Lang
SOTED VIOLIN MAKER STRADIVARIUS HONORED AT CREMONS MONUMENT
A damaged account notes Antonio Stradivari’s impact with claims of his six hundred violin creations and sixty instruments in existence. It mentions a centenary monument planned in Cremona this year and quotes varied theories on why his violins possess superior tone, including wood thickness and varnish secrets that reportedly died with his era. Also referenced is Vernon Amra from Fort Sam Houston pursuing radio operator training and a local basketball context.
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Antonio Stradivarius
St Cremons
Sealy
Stradivarius
Bini
Few Sven
Aly
Dreson
Etravivariae
Vernon
Amra
Fort Sam Houston
Sval
Radio Wehodl
Hyala
Langue Fevt
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