Poverty and crime learned by association, says Sutherland
Dr. Edwin Hardin Sutherland argues crime stems from learned behavior rather than poverty or genetics. He cites white collar figures to show crime across classes and urges youth programs like Boy Scouts and church groups to keep youths from drifting into crime.
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Edwin Hardin Sutherland
Indiana University
American Sociological Society
Philadelphia
Sutherland
Boy Scout Organization
Traffic lights urged to calm Fredericksburg through traffic
A local appeal argues that Fredericksburg should install traffic signals at strategic intersections to slow through traffic entering and leaving the city. The writer notes high speeds on modern highways and says signals were included in the original power system estimate, urging early installation before summer traffic peaks.
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Fredericksburg
1940 Political Year Opens With Candidates
The year 1940 brings a flurry of political activity with candidates announced for major and minor offices. A Texan has signaled a bid for president if his party nominates him, while two aspirants seek Rep Petsch's seat and more may follow. The poll tax deadline is January 31, leaving eleven days to buy. the note urges timely action to vote.
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Democratic Party
Rep Petsch
Soil Conservation Efforts Draw Mixed Review Across Nation
The Kerrville Times critiques AAA funded soil conservation as overstated and sometimes sham while praising overall gains from conservation education and practice adoption. It notes anticipated higher subsidies and calls for stricter accountability for funds used to improve soil fertility. The piece urges readers to recognize community builders and promotes truth about local contributions.
Carbon Monoxide Dangers In Winter Driving Warned
Dr Geo W Cox state health officer urges motorists to inspect exhaust systems for leaks and faulty connections. Warmed engines in closed garages pose poisoning risk. open doors mitigate danger. Headaches, fatigue, dizziness signal exposure. long drives with faulty exhausts increase hazard.
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Geo. W Cox
Cox
Bull snakes defend rattlers in field noted by clerk
Observations recount W Albert Richardson district clerk of Brath Bull Snakes County in Sum merville County who released 14 bull snakes on his Help ranch ten years ago. One bull snake attacked a rattler, killing it after a brief struggle, illustrating why harmless snakes should not be killed. The tale ties to local fat stock shows and 1940 premium lists, noting each show’s role in state agricultural life.
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Texas
W. Albert Richardson
Brath
Bull Snakes
Summerville
Mr. Richardson
Carbon monoxide danger from gas appliances emphasized
The text urges annual inspection of gas appliances to check for leaks and worn parts. It stresses carefulness as the effective defense against carbon monoxide poisoning, warning that carelessness can be deadly.
Southwest Texas Boys Fat Stock Show Opens February in San Antonio
The host city trade territory audience anticipates the event as entertainment and education. The 1940 program begins February 21 in San Antonio with the Fat Stock Show, running through February 24.
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San Antonio
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R. S. Klett
Arthur H. Kowert
Fredericksburg Publishing Company
Associanion
Robert Cummins
D. D
Wationd
LA Relkk
New Deal
AAA
Wallace
Treasury
Department of Agriculture
Kerrville Times
Robert Blum
Woerner’s
Woerner
Erwin Woerner
Fredericksburg Implement CO
Ranchman’s Supplies
Tabehs di i. Salt
Lochteahs & Cameraio Company
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