Texas Constitution Bond Proposal Urges Voters For July Election
The legislature proposes amendments authorizing bonds for University of Texas buildings and state institutions, plus public improvements and warehouses. It details debt limits, revenue use from the permanent fund, and the July 19 1918 election date with ballots for and against the amendments.
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University of Texas
Agricultural and Mechanical College
Permanent University Fund
State of
Texas
University of Texas, Agricultural and Mechanical College
State Penitentiary System
John L. Wortham
Proposed Texas district judge amendment and election plan
A joint resolution proposes amending Section 7, Article 5 of the Texas Constitution to define district divisions, judge qualifications, terms, and salaries. It sets the 1913 July election date for voter submission and provides an appropriation of five thousand dollars for implementation.
Proposed Texas constitutional amendment on officer salaries
A joint resolution proposes adding Section 38 to Article 16 to provide for tenure and a fixed salary for all state, district, county, and precinct officers. It calls for publication and a vote at the next general election, detailing ballot language and four year terms.
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State of
Texas
Amendment to Section 58 Article 16 Pays Offic er Salaries Four-Year Terms
The document notes passage of an amendment to the Constitution section 58 article 16, providing fixed salaries and four year terms for certain officers. It authorizes appropriation of three thousand dollars or so much as needed to carry out the resolution. John Le Wortham authentic copy.
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State of
Texas
State of Texas
John le. Wortham
Symptoms of consumption and Vinol testimonial from Evansville
A Evansville citizen claims consumption is not inherited but warns of weakness. He recounts five months of pulmonary illness and hemorrhages, credits Vinol for saving his life, and notes improvements in appetite digestion and strength. Liles Bros Hearne Texas offers Vinol with a money back guarantee.
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Evansville
Ind
Vinci
Liles Bros
Hearne
Texas
Root Crops for Dairy Cows in Winter Rations
The article argues roots like turnips are valuable dairy cow feed. Feeding timing matters for flavor. large amounts before milking can taint milk, while after milking preserves taste. A peck per cow daily suffices, with a morning feeding plus occasional salt for palatability. Roots broaden feed variety and are increasingly important in Wisconsin, Iowa, and other western states.
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Wiseconsin
Iowa
Artificial ponds as alternative to tile drainage
The article argues for artificial ponds on wetlands as a preferable land improvement. It cites German farmers noting ponds can be more valuable per acre than wheat, with inexpensive dam building and beauty benefits. Ponds also enable limited irrigation, enhancing agricultural potential.
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Germany
Boil for Pane and the Seasoned Ground
A compact guideline urging prep and soil work for each season. Emphasizes giving the pen a rich base, adding a fresh location every season, and thorough soil tilling. Notes fall plowing as advantageous for strong future harvests.
Dentist Dr Co W Duncan Promises Pain Free Extractions
Dr Co W Duncan, dentist with 17 years of experience, advertises all kinds of dental work and painless teeth extraction. Office located in the Opera House Building.
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Opera House
Bidg
Electric Bitters Promised to Aid Weak and Nervous
Hearne Texas advertises Electric Bitters as a home remedy to restore energy appetite and improve stomach liver and kidney function. It cites Mrs Rhinevalt of Vestal Center New York praising the product and urges readers to buy bottles for 50 cents or 1 dollar, recommended by A. B. Boyd.
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Rhinevalt
Vestal Center
N. Y
A. B. Boyd
And Then Everybody Smiled
A young woman in Broadway escapes a wet pavement stumble, drawing admiring glances as a hopeful man offers help. He attains a fleeting smile, but loses his balance while they part, leaving witnesses react.
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Broadway
Earth
Modern Industry and Death in France
Dr. Jacques Bertillon presents Paris statistics showing industrial illness and accidents cut life expectancy for French workers. He argues science and safety measures can avert deaths and injuries, urging closer government and factory collaboration to protect labor and extend healthy lifespans.
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France
United States
Jacques Bertillon
Paris
Giving Them a Chance Ben Johnson Leads Peaceful Recess
Representative Ben Johnson of Kentucky presided over a heated congressional investigation where two attorneys exchanged sharp remarks. A calm congressman urged a short recess to keep proceedings orderly, and no further name calling occurred.
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Ben Johnson
Kentucky
Wan Falen
Representative Johnson
Hector MacDonald Revered As Chinese Army Leader Says Col Brill
Col W H Brill of St Paul insists Hector MacDonald did not die by his own hand but lives in China as a general. He recounts observations from the Russo Japanese War era, noting a party member identifying MacDonald and asserting he led the Chinese army. Brill claims to have seen him during a march inland.
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Hector MacDonald
Col
W. H. Brill
St. Paul
China
MacDonald
Kaiser Plans War Car with Side Pockets for Messenger Bikes
Kaiser Wilhelm ordered new war automobiles to include large side pockets housing a motorcycle. If the main car breaks down the motorcycle can be dispatched to deliver messages to generals promptly, avoiding delays from reviving the old fleet.
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Kaiser
Kaiser Wilhelm
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Senate
Avite
People of
S.J. R. Nowni
Tesar
Secretary of State
Pexas
Co. W. Duncan
Hearne, Texas
Fortes
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