Woman beaten over head by Negro maniac in Shamrock case
A white mother, Mrs Henry Woods, was reported murdered after an attack in Shamrock. A Black suspect was arrested as police pursued details of the assault, with witness Margery Ruth Vaught describing the attack on her mother and noting the use of a pipe in the beating. Authorities reported tightened security as investigations continued.
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Negro Maniac
Shamrock
Texas
Menry Woods
Holle Oble
Margery Ruth
Vaught
Big Lake Oilers, Del Rio Cowboys Clash After Heated Start
Texon reports a heated start to the three game series with Del Rio trailing 2 7. In the first inning a hit by a Texan and baserunner interference led to an umpire reversal. Sparks and Saxon pitched for Del Rio, Jones and Johnson for Texon each with several key hits noted.
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Texon
Texas
del Rio Cowboys
Big Lake Oilers
Oilers
Sparks
Saxon
Jones
Johnson
Exon
del Rio
Dad Pays 111.70 Fine for Young Pistol Carrier
The father of Richard Negievy of San Antonio paid a large fine after his son was detained with a revolver a Bowie knife and ammunition. Court records cite a 10 000 dollar fine and 17 70 in costs totaling 1 117 dollars. The boy was four years old and said he planned to go to Mexico to look for a job.
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Richard Negievy
San Antonio
Corporation
Mexico
McDowell Formally Notified Of P O Selection Del Rio Postmaster
B J McDowell received formal notification of reappointment as Del Rio postmaster for a four year term. Press dispatches on June 27 announced his re-election after eight years in the office. The letter from Walter P Brown postmaster general confirms appointment with Senate advice and consent.
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del Rio
B. J McDowell
Senate
McDowell
Walter P. Brown
Robbery Motive Advanced In Swanger Murder
Huntsville July 12 The district attorney killed in a wrecked car may have had $50 when he left the firm on the night his body was found. investigators consider robbery as a possible motive but a special agent says he does not believe robbery entered the case.
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Huntsville
Mito
Enric Swanger
Calficate
Swanger
Swanger & S
Complaint Dismissed Against Garageman
Fire chief filed a complaint in corporation court over electrical code violations by a garage operator on Main Street. The case was dismissed. wiring installed without a permit will be removed under the agreement. The hearing was set for Friday afternoon.
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Eitg
Main Street
Private gas well fuels Evansville resident home
Evansville resident George Hornby has maintained a private gas well in his backyard for about 15 years to heat his home and fuel his gas stove from his own stock, showing little concern for global fuel shortages.
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Evansville
Ind
George Hornby
Hornby
American Bull Terrier Mother With Large Litter
A bull terrier bitch gave birth to 14 puppies in a single litter, an unusually large litter for the breed. The event was noted by local observers and linked to the dog's breeder in the community.
Bolters Placed on Devo County Ticket Ruling
The Second Court of Civil Appeals ruled that 42 bolters may be listed on Devo County Democratic primary ballot. The Wichita County Democratic executive committee had denied their place, arguing they were Republican supporters. J F Priebert pursued the case to the Supreme Court, which sent it to the appeals court.
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Second Court of Civil Appeals
Wichita County
Democratic
Edgar Scurry
J. F. Priebert
Beokers
Supreme Court
Appeals Court
Thomason Tour Aims to Win Fl Paso District Seat
VAN HORN July 1 Mayor R B K Thomason of El Paso seeks congress against Murphy of San Antonio and Burkhead of El Paso. He says he is meeting enthusiastic supporters as he tours the district. He spoke at Balmorhea Friday morning introduced by Dr. Won Kelly. He then appeared at Barstow Friday afternoon with Ed Miller and in Odessa Friday night introduced by John N. Gist, West Texas rancher and Hereford breeder.
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Thomason
Odessa
John N. Gist
West Texas
Vigilantes to Return at Montana Elks State Convention
Relive olden days in Virginia City as Sheriff Plummer and his desperadoes face renewed frontier justice. The convention program on August 15 and 16 promises vigilante deeds, a cattle roast, and free distribution of steers in a period news feature.
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Virginia City
Monty
Plummer
Montana Elks
Body of Texas U. Track Star Found In Lake Austin
The body of Jon Henre, son of Judge Stan Hope Henry of the State Board of Pardons, was found in Lake Austin by fishermen. He was a University of Texas student and on the college track team. He had been in the water for some time and wore trousers and underwear with no signs of violence. His absence caused no alarm and was thought to be in San Antonio where his family lives.
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Body of Texas U
Lake Austin
Athatin
Jon Henre
Stanhiope Henry
State Board of Pardons
Menry
University of Texas
San Artonio
Burglars Tunnel Under Warehouse And Steal Tools
Local contractor WE Pound reports loss of tools valued at eight to five hundred dollars after burglars tunneled under a warehouse on the rail led area. Entrance gained by tunnel and flooring removed. officers notified no arrests by Saturday afternoon.
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WE Pound
Meseal Carrier Detained Over 30 Quarts In River
Perfecto Gloria, jailed on a liquor charge, was arrested by federal officers after crossing the Rio Grande with 30 quarts of meseal. Immigration authorities say he is an alien and he failed to post a $500 bond on the complaint. An ileal entry charge may follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rio Grande
Pup graduates Yuma dog devours high school keepsake
In Yuma Arizona John Ewing’s dog, eager for education, snatched and devoured his four years of work from the high school commencement. The pet’s antics drew laughs as John presented his sheep skin and senior yell.
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Yuma
Ariz. U
John Ewing
John
Foster quits GOP race for County Judge
Phil B Poster withdraws from the Republican nomination for Val Verde County Judge. He states he cannot campaign actively and urges voters to support a strong Republican State organization while voting for qualified candidates on either ticket. Poster says he will still vote Republican in national races and Democratic in State races, advocating two strong parties for better government.
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Pini
Val Verde County
Dee Newton
W. F Fosterhing
Footer
Newton
Texa
Texas
Democratic Party
Perewon
Phil B. Poster
Vogt ordered to pay alimony. second wife steps in
In Salem Oregon judge orders Lucas G Vogt to resume alimony to his first wife. His second wife offers to assume the obligation and assist with future payments.
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Salem, Ore
Upr
Lucas G. Vogt
Cowboy Life in Sonora Draws Chicago Youth
A 15-year-old Chicago youth hitchhiked to Texas seeking life as a cowboy. He became ill and was sent home after being found by ranchman Will Orr by the roadside in Sonora Kerrville area.
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Sonora
Chicago
Kerrville
Windy City
Texas
Will Orr
Aged Man Pleads Insanity in Daughter's Death
Andrew L. Beers, 78, admits killing his invalid daughter Frances, 27, claiming an irresistible impulse. He says he killed her to spare her fate after his death and attempted arsenic and Paris green before stabbing with an ice pick. Frances had been mentally affected since birth. Beers pressed for insanity defense.
Jones Shatters Interlachen Course Record in Open Play
Bobby Jones set a new Interlachen record with a 68 in the United States Open as he seeks to top Chick Evans's 286 mark. His 54 hole total stands at 214 with two holes left to frame a possible 66, while McDonald Smith and Tommy Armour posted 74s for a 219 total and 21 under par respectively. Johnny Farrell carded a 73 in the same session.
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Interlachen Ciair
Minneapolis
Minn
Bobby Jones
Chick Evans
Jones
McDonald Smith
Tommy Armour
Johnny Farrell
Florists Announce Bolder Color Use in Decorations
Mrs. El mira Menefee reports a State florists convention in San Antonio urged vibrant palettes for weddings and funerals. Bridal bouquets will be spray style up to three feet, shoulder bouquets rising in popularity, and funeral arrangements to feature turquoise and sea blue ribbons with bright contrasting hues.
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Elmira Menefee
San Antonio
In Jail Term Thief Steals Mowers From Clark County Sheriff
Reuben Russell held in Jeffersonville jail for larceny viewed Hal Hughes’s lawn as a residence of the sheriff. He took two mowers when released, pleaded guilty to theft, fined $30, and sent to the state penal farm for six months.
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Jeffersonville
Ind
Reuben Russell
Hal KK. Hughes
Clark County
Old turtles found near Red Lion bear carved dates
Two turtles discovered near Red Lion have shells carved with 1892 and 1903. Names A. E. Kohr and C. S. Hoffman from East Berlin are also carved on the shells.
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Red. Lion
Red Lion
A. E. Kohr
C. 5. Hoffman
East Berlin
Next Meeting of Highway 90 Association in Sanderson
The Highway No 90 Association will meet in Sanderson on October 7. Hal Hamilton, retiring president, announced after returning from Van Horn. At the Van Horn session Clay Holland of Alpine was elected president and H. R. Robertson of Alpine became secretary treasurer. Delegates from Paso, Sierra Blanca, Marfa, Alpine and Del Rio attended. two barbecues, a baseball game, and a dance at El Capitan Hotel were held.
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Sanderson
Highway No 90 Association
Hal Hamilton
van Horn
Clay Holland
Alpine
H. R. Robertson
H. Wren
Chamber of Commerce
van Horn Om
Hamilton
B. J. McDowell
E. FE. Fawcett
Wren
Lee Fawcett
Jack Love
el Capitan Hotel
FE Paso
Sierra Blanes
Marfa
del Rio
Ear Slicer Skips Acuna and Fugitive Sought Here
County and federal authorities issued a request for the arrest of Juan Cordero wanted in Villa Acuna in connection with a street cutting affray. Nicanor Carillo, son of D Manuel Alfaro Carillo, suffered knife wounds to the face and one ear was nearly severed in the quarrel on the street.
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Juan Cordero
Villa Acuna
Nicanor Carillo
D. Manuel Alfaro Carillo
Toll Bridge Row Settled in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City reports an agreement on three toll bridges across the river after disputes. Chairman Lew Wenty of the Oklahoma Highway Commission says contracts meet owner demands and should be finalized soon. The plan allows restoration of former toll rates until free bridges open, at which point toll bridges will offer free passage.
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Oklahoma City
Wentz
Texas
Oklahoma
South Texas C C Quits Convention
The South Texas Chamber of Commerce will hold a November membership meeting instead of the usual convention. The date and place will be chosen by the executive committee. A proposal to abandon the convention idea this year was adopted by the Corpus Christi board of directors. The directors approved a resolution against radical changes in the state tax system.
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South Texas Chamber of Commerce
del Rio Chamber of Commerce
Corpus Christi
Birth of Shirley Lrene Locke to Mr and Mrs Morgan C Locke
A baby girl weighing eight pounds was born Saturday afternoon to Mr. and Mrs Morgan C Locke at 1308 Avenue B. The infant has been named Shirley Lrene.
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Morgan C. Locke
Avenue B
Shirley Lrene
Oil Refinery Sales Offices Not To Move
Del Rio refinery sales offices will stay in Del Rio rather than move to Amarillo. Refinery manager Tierteng will remain in the First National Bank building. Pyote operations are suspended. Pyote patrons will be served by the Del Rio refinery, which will continue unchanged.
Cattleman Found Dead In Hotel In Texas
Colorado Texas July 12 QP George K Conrad 46 prominent cattleman of Fort Worth and Colorado Texas was found dead in his hotel room a 38 caliber revolver lay nearby coroner's verdict death by own action returned
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Colorado
Texas
George K. Conrad
Fort Worth
Fall saves man at Princeton hotel dining room
A large crowd gathered as Pierce Jenkins, 58, of Catswell, ran from a Princeton hotel dining room and collapsed in the street. An ambulance was summoned but he died after choking on a piece of beef that became dislodged during the fall.
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Princeton
Ind
Pierce Jenkins
Catswell
Jenkins
Weather Summary for Del Hie and Vicinity
Partly cloudy tonight and Sunday with a high near 92 yesterday and a low around 73. Thunder showers and cooler air move into the Panhandle Sunday. Mostly fair conditions may allow some warming on Sunday.
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Panhandle
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