Senators Borah Reed and the senatorial oligarchy clash
The piece argues that Borah and Reed, labeled irreconcilables, blocked Wilson's League of Nations era policy and preserved American sovereignty. It notes a push against a large standing army and urges fiscal restraint by Texas Governor Neff, praising Lometa Reporter’s new editor Gayle Talbot and calling for reader support.
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Wilson
Wilson League of Nations
United States
Europe
Borah
Reed
Senate
Associated Press
Washington
Wind Versus Advertising Plans Touted by President Herbert
A reader questions the Cotton Belt president Herbert about using newspapers for road advertising, noting the claim sounded grand but likely no action. Also praised is Sidney Staples for secretary of state, with assurances of honest office leadership. Congress allegedly allocated 50000 for Harding inauguration, which he rejected. fear grows over wage bill repeal. 1500 Wilson era portmaster appointments stalled by the Senate awaiting Harding.
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Herbert
Cotton Belt Railroad
Jack Estes
Wilson
Union States Senate
Harding
Moving the University Beyond Austin
Discussion heats in the Texas Legislature and public as regents urge moving the state university from its forty acres in Austin. They cite fire risk and inadequate grounds, noting five million dollars may be needed for new adjacent land. The Austin Statesman urges Texans to consider the University’s needs over local pride.
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State University
Austin
Board of Regents
Texas
Brackenridge
University
Surplus in Texas Treasury Criticized as Excessive Taxation
A Texas editorial argues that a five million dollar surplus results from high taxation and urges deficits to enforce fiscal economy. It condemns surplus spending, calls for deeper tax relief, and notes potential further reductions in state levies to ease burdens on citizens. It also references a protest against Judge Landis accepting baseball commissioner pay alongside federal judge duties.
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Texas
Austin
Thomas
State Tax Board
Pivcet
Chicago
Congress
K. M. Landis
Morris Sheppard
Woodmen of
Meen
Editorial Side Lights on Government Power and Taxation
Opinion column argues against reliance on government to fix all problems and criticizes protective tariffs as enriching a few. Mentions Taft Cleveland Harding League of Nations and calls for retrenchment, state rights, and fewer federal powers. References dyes, war debts, and public finances with multiple named papers and figures.
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William Howard Taft
Republican Party
Grover Cleveland
United States
Germany
Europe
England
France
Italy
Harding
Public finances demand strict economy in government
The speaker argues that citizens with heavy debts deserve strict budget discipline from state and national leaders. Officials must top off expenses and curb the growth of government to protect taxpayers and preserve fiscal health.
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Leslie's
Fort Worth
Card of Thanks for Kindness During Illness and Burial
The Reese family expresses gratitude to friends and relatives for support and floral offerings after the illness and burial of their mother and grandmother. Special thanks to local men for removing the Giant Oak and digging the grave in cold rain, and to all who showed faithfulness and kindness.
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J. A. Reese
Abilene Draughon College Offers Salary-Based Course Spots
One entrant per county may enroll in a complete course with part payment from salary after securing a 100th position. The offer, tied to a 72-page Guide to Business Success, is promoted as today’s deal in Abilene Texas. Mrs Z T Hamilton and her son Z T Jr returned to Brenham after visiting her parents Prof and Mrs J B Layne.
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Abilene
Z. T. Hamilton
Z. T. Jr
Brenham
Prof
J. B. Layne
Horses and Mules on Time for Sale by Higginbotham Bros
Higginbotham Bros. & Co advertise a selection of horses and mules available at reasonable figures. Full time if desired, offering dependable stock for sale with flexible payment options.
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Higginbotham Bros. & Co
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Lometa
Gayle Talbot
Gayle
Sidney L. Staples
Staples
President Harding
Blanton
The
American Chemical Society
Maarion
Knox
Wills Point
Todd
Jennings
W. M. Irby
Mr. Irby
W. B. Garne
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