Senate's unlimited debate and its nation saving value
In 1932 Wastero News notes how a senate rules allowing unlimited debate slows rash action, protects the country, and contrasts with the House's quicker, reactionary pace. It cites war declarations and Versailles League debates, praising longer-term senators and national perspective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Haseen
House
House of Representatives
Germany
League of Nations
Wilson
League
United States
Wastero Newspaper Union
Robertson County Rehabilitation Meeting Held Here Wednesday
A Wednesday gathering in the Chamber of Commerce directors room brought Robertson county residents together to discuss the Rehabilitation program. J L White of the Texas Rehabilitation and Relief Commission spoke, and survey committees were formed with Reagan McCrary chairing. Dr H W Cummings led town committee appointments and local chairs named. Projects from East Texas Chamber of Commerce included a gymnasium at the high school and street improvements, plus a municipal pool and water tower. The meeting, well attended, showcased strong county interest in self liquidating projects and local submissions followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Robertson County
J. L. White
Texas Rehabilitation and Relief Commission
Reagan McCrary
Calvert
H. W. Cummings
Hearne
C. B. Carter
Franklin
Monroe
Miller
C. W. Brown
Bremond
Dr. Cummings
J. T. Hamilton
F. O L. Wood
W. H. Ely
J. Felton Lane
W. A. Wilkerson
C. L. Dillard
H. P. Hill
L. W. Perkins
R. B. Blanton
East Texas Chamber of Commerce
Definition of a henpecked man sparks humor
A Portland Journal quip defines a henpecked man as someone with lace curtains at the aide windows of its coupe. The line lampoons domestic stereotypes with a playful visual joke from the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland (Ore
Burial for H. C. Shaw Jr. Held in Norwood Cemetery
The body of H. C. Shaw Jr. arrived from El Paso and was taken to Creed Funeral Home before funeral services at Norwood cemetery. Accompanied by his father and wife, mourners included his mother and brother from Conroe. Dr. E W Solomon led rites with hymns Does Jesus Care and Shall We Gather at the River sung. Pallbearers were former railway workers J M Dorrell Sherman Tanner Jakie Silverman Otho Mathews Lynn Oliver and William Hanna.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
el Paso
H. C. Shaw, Jr
Creed Funeral Home
Norwood Cemetery
H. C. Shaw
Decedent
Clara Shaw
Eivin Shaw
J. M. Dorrell
Sherman Tanner
Jakie Silverman
Otho Mathews
Lynn Oliver
William Hanna
Chamber of Commerce Meetings Scheduled
J T Hamilton president of the Chamber calls a meeting of Robertson county citizens for 2 p m today to discuss the Robertson county highway program. He expects at least three cars to depart for Corsicana on June 20 for a district four East Texas Chamber of Commerce meeting including Hearne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Hamilton
Chamber of Commerce
Robertson County
Hamilton
Corsicana
East Texas Chamber of Commerce
Hearne
Marriage of Mrs Timon Smith and J A Cook Celebrated in San Antonio
Announcement states the marriage of Mrs Timon Smith and J A Cook was solemnized in San Antonio on June 3. The couple will reside in the Alamo City where Mr Cook serves as principal of Mark Twain public school. cordial interest is noted among local friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timon Smith
J. A. Cook
San Antonio
Mrs. Cook
Alamo City
Mr. Cook
Mark Twain
Franklin Baptist meeting features Dr. Harold Fickett sermons
The Franklin Baptist church hosts a prolonged revival led by Dr. Harold L. Fickett of Galveston. Services through Thursday to Saturday promise titles like Israel Will Be Vivified, Creation Will Be Gratified, and Mankind Will Be Pacified, with public attendance encouraged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Baptist Church
Harold L. Fickett
Galveston
Israel
Fickett
Doings Around the Court House Cars Registered
A list of registered vehicles includes Crafford Holman Franklin Chevrolet J B Barnett Bremond Ford Co C Cross Franklin Chevrolet B J Stanton to Ida Knight Calvert Lim Lowe to Ollie Mae Taylor Bremond L L Parish to Chaddie Harris Calvert W E Jones to Myra Adkins Morris Harrison and Lillie Mae Andrews L D Gray and Naomi Woods B J Stanton and Ida Knight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crafford Holman
Franklin
Chevrolet
J. B. Barnett
Bremond
Ford. Co
C. Cross
B. J. Stanton
Ida Knight
Calvert
Lim Lowe
Ollie Mae Taylor
L. L. Parish
Chaddie Harris
W. E. Jones
Myra Adkins
Morris Harrison
Lillie Mae Andrews
L. D Gray
Naomi Woods
Miss Jean Gatling Party Hostess at Calvert Club
Miss Jean Gatling hosted a Tuesday evening event at the Calvert Country Club with dancing from 8 to 11 PM. Rufy Hinson played piano, punch was served by several guests, and a list of attendees from Dallas to Brenham enjoyed the social in a cordial gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jean Gatling
Calvert Country Club
Rufuy Hinson
Punch
J. M. Gatling
DeWitt Waltman
Kathryn Bishop
Marjorie Stephens
Dallas
Myra Erwin
Houston
Mildred Dunn
Glenny Martin
Charlie Cullum
Jack Burney
Virgil Jones
Methodist W M S wedding hostesses set for June 20
Methodist W M S8 hostesses Mrs W T Dillard Mrs John Dorrell and Mrs Otho Mathews will entertain Tuesday June 20 at 4 oclock at the home of Mrs W T Dillard in a church group gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. T. Dillard
John Dorrell
Otho Mathews
W. M.S8
County Wide Meeting On Industrial Recovery
Officials and businessmen heard J. L. White of the Texas Rehabilitation and Relief Commission explain how President Roosevelt’s National Industrial Recovery Act could funnel up to 260 million dollars to Texas for public works. The plan aims to move families from relief to payrolls, with loans covering 70 percent of project costs and grants of 30 percent. Potential projects include building construction, health and sanitation, marginal lands, natural resources, rivers and harbors, roads, and highway structure. The administration of the new program remains to be defined, but is expected to be liberal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Robertson County
J. L. White
Texas Rehabilitation ,and Relief Commission
Chamber of Commerce
White
Austin
Texas
R. F.C
Wild Cypress Grown In Home Gardens
Hearne flower lovers long tried to transplant the scarlet cypress from Texas wildflowers to home gardens. Mrs. F. G. Blake finally succeeded growing the blossoms from native soil seed. Several stalks add brilliant color, and she plans to save seed for neighbors to share, boosting Hearne’s floral display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hearne
Texas
F. G. Blake
Municipal Plant Sets Notable Record in Hearne Utilities
Rotarian Warren A. Wilkerson, returning from the League of Municipal Utilities convention at Bowie, praised Hearne’s municipal plant. He noted Hearne’s full town enrollment, favorable Utilities Magazine coverage, and comparisons showing Hearne’s plant as among the most complete, serviceable, and clean in the state. The tax structure supports current city needs and maintenance, while other towns struggle with lights due to funds. Hearne’s civic pride and well kept streets enhance the city’s appeal to travelers and statewide regard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren A. Wilkerson
Bowie
League of Municipal Utilities
Rotarians
Hearne
Hearne Democrat
Wilkerson
Shooting Affray Involving Two Negroes In Franklin County
Carrie Jackson, a young Negro woman, was wounded in a shooting affray at 2:00 am Tuesday and taken to Bryan hospital where an operation found eight intestinal perforations. The shooting suspect is reported to be in Franklin County jail with little hope for Jackson’s recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Jackson
Bryan
Franklin
Jackson
Officers Arrest Fleeing Lawbreaker
Franklin officers arrested a young white man on Tuesday morning as he rode a Missouri Pacific train toward San Antonio. He was jailed to await further action after police were alerted to his involvement in trouble at New Baden.
Baptist W M A Circle Meets For Bible Study
Baptist W M A Circle No. 2 met with Mrs. A W Klement for a Monday afternoon Bible study. Twelve women attended. The group sang What a Friend We Have in Jesus and offered prayers. Devotional and study covered Genesis chapters 31 32 and 33 led by Mrs. Hoyt. Mrs. J E Leigh of Dallas, a state W M A leader, plans to visit soon. A guest event time and place will be announced. Refreshments of sherbet and chocolate cakes followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Klement
Jesus
Bullock
J. G. Ely
Genesis
Hoyt
J. E. Leigh
Dallas
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William Bruckart
Mr. Milktoast
Lame Bode
Ottawa
Ohio
WNU
THE
Baptist Meeting
B. Y. P. A. General Assembly
Assembly
Billie Martin
Bill Hamilton
John Robert Andrues
Huntsville
Euell Porter
Lois E. Jackson
Grace
J. A. Cox
Willie Wilson
Pinkie
Beck Prairie
Sam Houston College
Simmons University
Abilene
Lois Esla Jackson
Bobbie Mitchell
Waco
First Baptist Church
Sue Willis
Leo Poetter
Roger Alice Moody
Mary Frances Rhodes
Helen Goodman
Joe Galloway
Bobbie Eltitchell
W. M. Cook
Peggy Mitchel
Miss Jean Gatling
Methodist
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