Beef cattle crisis sparks call for grading reform
In San Antonio at the Gunter hotel Henry G Boice of Phoenix warns that rail costs and bloated wages threaten beef and cattle while the American National Livestock Association pushes uniform meat grading and stamping. Governors and industry leaders press for cooperative marketing, cheaper transport, and educational campaigns to stabilize prices.
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San Antonio
Henry G. Boice
Phoenix
American National Livestock Association
Gunter Hotel
P. O. Wilson
Chicago
National Live Stock Marketing Association
Peace in China Trembles as Jap Guns Frown on Shanghai
Shanghai, called the New York City of China, sits under the threat of Japanese warships after Tokyo warned it will occupy the city if Chinese anti-Japanese boycotts continue. The port and international settlement, with nearly 3 million residents, are vital to China’s economy and Pacific access.
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China
Shanghai
York City
Far East
Japan
Pacific
United States
Pearsall Trio Sent To Bexar Jail On Bond Protest
Three Pearsall men Ray West Willett West and Otha Skinner were held in Bexar County jail after being charged with murder in the slaying of Hugh Applewhite, former Frio County sheriff. Bonds were set at 1500 dollars each and signed away from Pearsall amid local agitation and feuding ties to political factions. Applewhite’s shooting followed a summer feud linked to an indictment.
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San Antonio
Hugh Applewhite
Frio
Pearsall
Bexar County
Ray and
Willett West
Otha Skinner
J. W. Sutton
Albert Hausser
Hausser
Sutton
Ed Brashear
Jamer Brashear
J. C. Musgrave
Wolfs
Applewhites
AppleWhite
Cotulla
Ray Wolf
Kidnappers Free Indiana Victim In $50,000 Ransom Case
Howard A. Woolverton, 52, wealthy industrialist of South Bend Indiana, was released at home after being held about 24 hours by kidnappers demanding $50,000. The family denied payment, with Mrs Woolverton stating she could not meet the ransom.
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South Bend
Ind
U.P
Howard A. Woolverton
Hope Fades For Submarine M-2 Survivors
Port land Jan 28 England officials ended hopes of rescuing 60 men trapped in the sunken submarine M-2 as a handful of experts remain to pursue a search. The vessel has not been located and time runs out for a formal rescue.
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Portland
England
U.P
Texas Farm Bureau Pushes Joint Probe Of Co-ops
The Texas Farm Bureau Federation adopted a resolution welcoming a joint investigation of Federal Farm Board co operatives and exchanges. It also demanded private trade show comparative operating costs.
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Dallas
J.P
Texas Farm Bureau Federation
Federal Farm Board
Kerens Safe Thieves Nabbed After Gem Heist
In Kerens Texas police today sought suspects who kidnapped night watchman Roy Jones then blasted a store safe and stole diamonds valued at 2500 dollars. Jones was held in an alley during the burglary.
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Kerens
Texas
U.P
Geggs
Roy Jones
Jones
Africa Population Estimate Reported at Two Hundred Million
A regional statistical bulletin estimates Africa's population at 200 million, noting growth trends and demographic implications for development planning across the continent.
Eagles Seen in New England Report by State Ornithologist
Dr. John B. May, the state ornithologist, confirms eagle presence across parts of New England. Wild swans are also reported in the region, with a Barnstable resident noting a flock of 12 recently.
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Boston
New England
John B. May
Barnstable
Pete McKenzie believed still in San Antonio after jail escape
Jan 28 sheriff's deputies say Pete McKenzie, who escaped from Bexar County jail early Wednesday, is likely still in the San Antonio area. They note he has friends there and would be hidden, after using a self-made key to unlock his cell and sawed the bars to escape.
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San Antonio
Sheriff's Department
Pete McKenzie
Bexar County
Mexico
McKenzie
Marfa Lawyer J C Fuller Entering State Senate Race
Marfa attorney J C Fuller announces candidacy for State Senator from the 29th District in the Democratic primary. He has 15 years of practice in Marfa and once served as Jeff Davis County attorney, advocating fewer laws and lower real estate taxes. Fuller is the first challenger to Senator B F Berkley, Alpine, who has held the seat since 1924.
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J. C. Fuller
Marfa
Fuller
Jeff Davis County
B. F. Berkley
Alpine
Berkley
Slower School Tax Payments Amid Yearend Rush
With under three days left to pay taxes, school tax receipts fell to 1337 on Wednesday, the smallest daily total of the week. The year’s payments reach 32578 with 35415 still due on the 1931 rolls as large concerns prepare to send in remittances by Saturday. State and county taxes rise steadily with more poll tax and vehicle registrations, and offices plan for crowds Friday and Saturday.
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Attorney General's Department
Lyle S. Almond
First Jobless Plan In America Will Be Tried in Wisconsin
Madison reports Wisconsin lawmakers passed the first unemployment reserve measure in the United States. Employers fund their own reserves to provide up to 10 weeks of benefits, with two percent payroll contributions until each $55 per worker builds, then one percent until $75. Benefits start at 50 percent of wages, not over 10 weeks, with $10 weekly minimum, and workers earning under $1,500 are covered.
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America
Wisconsin
Madison
Wis
United States
Philps LaFollette
Europe
State Industrial Commission
Mardi Gras Jubilee Set for Maverick County Irrigation Opening
The three day canal opening jubilee for Maverick County’s $7 million irrigation project will run April 7 to 9. Water is expected to flow by April 1, ensuring full project irrigation during the festivities. Notables from Texas, the U.S., and Mexico will attend a pageant near the C P and L power plant with parades, bands, dances, and a torchlight procession.
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Eagle Pass
Maverick County
Central Committee
Water Board
Texas
United States
Mexico
Big C. P
Rio Grande
Sidney Franklin
Piedras Negras
Troops May Depart East Texas Field
The Railroad Commission will hold a proration hearing on February 12 to craft a proration order in case troops leave the East Texas oil field, announced by Chairman C. V. Terrell.
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East Texas Field
Austin
East Texas
Railroad Commission
C. V. Terrell
Uncle Jim McMahon Struck by Car in Front of Princess Theatre
Uncle Jim McMahon known as The Old Man of the River was seriously injured Thursday afternoon when struck by a car in front of the Princess Theatre. He suffered severe head and body wounds with internal injuries feared. He was rushed to Del Rio Hospital by Doran ambulance. driver’s name was not learned.
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Jim” McMahon
del Rio Hospital
Doran
McLean Girl Killer Adjudged Insane by Court Panel
In Cincinnati on January 28 Charles Bischoff who confessed to attacking Marian McLean a six year old girl was declared insane by three alienists appointed by the court and remanded for further examination.
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Cincinnati
Charles Bischoff
Marian McLean
Klaus Railroad for Ignoring East Texas Oil Towns
Senator Thomas G. Pollard of Tyler charged at the Railroad Commission hearing that the Missouri Pacific Railroad discriminates against Mineola Arp Kilgore Overton Longview and other East Texas oil towns by not applying the advertised one and one third round trip fare to Texas points.
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Austin
Thomas G. Pollard
Tyler
Railroaad Commission
Missouri Pacific Railroad
Mineola
Arp
Kilgore
Overton
Longview
East Texas
Pollard
Texas
Japanese shell Woosung fort and push into Chinese lines
In Shanghai the Japanese shelled Woosung fort then moved into the native district to engage Chinese forces amid heavy fighting. Reinforcements are being sent as the international quarter remains quiet and the U.S. warns against broader actions to protect international trade.
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Shanghat
Upi
Woosung
Japarines
Japanese threaten severing relations over US measures
Tokyo warns it will cut diplomatic ties if the United States imposes economic actions. Tokyo cites anger over publication of Manchurian negotiation documents. Japan orders three cruisers, two aircraft carriers, and marines to be concentrated at Sasebo base for possible immediate operation amid rising tensions with China.
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Tokio
United States
Japan
Washington
Senate
China
Sasebo Naval Base
Evacuation Ordered for Japanese Residents in Nanking
Japanese residents in Nanking have been ordered to evacuate as Japanese forces plan to occupy Nanking and Shanghai. The directive, reported Jan 28, signals imminent changes in control and strategic moves in the region.
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Nanking
U.P
Shanghai
Japan to occupy Chinese Shanghai despite surrender calls
SHANGHAI Jan 28 U P Japan announced plans to move into the native Chinese quarter after surrender talks failed. Admiral Shiosawa said occupation would occur without a fixed time and 4000 Japanese troops were ready to move, with 23 warships bearing on the area.
Del Rio Weather Odds Rain Tonight then Colder Friday
Rain is possible tonight in Del Rio and vicinity with Friday generally fair and colder. Temperatures reach a high near 70, a low around 39, and a morning low of 54 earlier in the day.
Weather outlook for tonight and Friday
Partly cloudy conditions sweep the region with rain chances in the southeast and a cooler trend in the west and north tonight. Friday brings general fair weather and continued cooler temperatures across the area.
Weather Update for Northwest Regions Tonight
Occasional rain and cooler air expected in the northwest area tonight. Priday should see partly cloudy skies in the west with rain in the east and cooler conditions in the west and north zones.
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Priday
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Nat's Cattle Raisers Association
Ross Sterling
Ike T. Pryor
Dolph Briscoe
Uvalde
Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers’ Association
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Minhang
Bexar
Juan Berrera
Indiana
Texas Farm Bureau
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Almond
Walter Monfried
NEA Service
University of Wisconsin
Harold M. Groves
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A. J Altmeyer
Jim M’mahon
Princess Theatre
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McLean
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Japs Shell
U.S
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U. 5S
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