Johnson Act Action Promised by American Legion Leader
The American Legion will press the Johnson act provisions in the next session, led by Wat son B. Miller. Plans seek retroactive disability pay from April, permanent allowances for totally disabled veterans, removal of filing time limits, reinstatement of insurance, a permanent medical corps, and about 15.85 million dollars needed at the December session for new veterans hospitals.
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American Legion
Legion
Watson B. Miller
Chatraima
Veterans’ Bureau Service
Chaiman Miller
H WI
Congress
Veterans’ Bureau
Veterans
Bureau
Wilson Memorial Backed by Georgia Department
Friends of Woodrow Wilson nationwide contribute to a fund to establish a college and a national memorial. In Georgia, the project gains support from Col. Edward M. House, longtime adviser to President Wilson, as the Memorial college is proposed by the Georgia department and the American Legion. Pleasant Stottel, former Swiss minister, says House's backing is crucial, noting his world renown as a top Wilson confidant.
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Woodrow Wilson
United States
Georgia
Edward M. House
Wilson
Department of Georgia
American Legion
Board of Fees
House
Pleasant
Ae" Stotail
Switzerland
Wilson College
Severe penalties for embezzlement of funds
Guardians embezzling government funds intended for World War veterans will face federal prosecution. A $2,000 fine or five years hard labor or both. The American Legion backed the measure. Veterans' bureau letters to probate clerks revealed $100,000 recovered in six months from uncashed checks and a 1919 haul of uncashed $100 notes. Records show 9,519 minor guardians and 15,000 adult guardians in permanent total cases, with about 30,000 minors under guardianship.
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Congress
American Legion
Washington
Legion
Veterans' Bureau
Veterans’ Bureau
Man’s Offer to Pay Way to Any Foreign Country Appears
In Omaha a youth desiring exit from the United States caused local headlines as F. M. Merriam, commander of Se ward post of the American Legion, was sent to locate the youth. The youth urged the nation to justify his continued presence and urged cooperation with foreign nations, expressing discontent with American conditions.
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Omaha
Neb
F. M. Merriam
Seward Post
American Legion
United States
America
Late Farm News A. and M. College elects Walton president
T O Walton of Gary Texas is named president of A and M College in Texas a self made man praised for his rural education work and leadership. His career spans county agent district agent and state extension director roles with national recognition and strong support from former students and Texans.
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T. O. Walton
A. and
M. College of Texas
Gary
Texas
Ei. J
J. A. Walton
Lfe
Battle of
Ife
Sam Houston Normal
Huntsville
North Texas Normal
Denton
A. and M. College of Texas
Fie
W. F B. Proctor
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Polk County
Clarence Ousley
Extension Service
Ousley
Walton
National Directors of Extension Organization
National Committee of Extension Organization
National Office of Extension Service
Department of Agriculture
Secretary of Agriculture
Henry C. Wallace
Lone Star
Hig
The.board
Outfitting Little Missy Importance of Neckwear
A fashion column notes grown up modes influencing little girls with new frocks hats and coats. It details vestee styles, fabrics and trims, navy blues greens reds and wine shades, and highlights necklines neckwear and contrasting bands.
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Little Missy
Missy
Report of Markets from the U S Department of Agriculture
Latest market report notes a 27 point weekly drop in Cotton middling spot to 22.62 cents per pound and a 10 point fall in New York October futures to 28.27. Dairy butter markets stay firm though limited fancy fresh supply keeps prices steady. storage shifting to Layer Way. Cheese markets firm and higher with strong demand anticipated to absorb available goods before season end. Fruit and vegetable notes show street potatoes firmer with some price gains, apples and yellows varying by region, and potato prices easing in places while certain varieties hold. Oranges to be updated.
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U. S. Department of Agriculture
Washington
D.C
New York
Philadelphia
Moston
Wisconsin
Virginia
New Jersey
Apple
Baldwins
New York City
F.o.b
Michigan
Rhode Island
Chicago
Pennsylvania
Rochester
Northern
Elbertas
Massachusetts
Connecticut Valley
New Orleans Rice Market Steady Despite Dull Demand
New Orleans spot prices held firm as buyers entered only for prompt needs. Standard grades sold. Fancy Blue Rose light at 6 3/8 to 6 1/8 cents, choice 4 to 6 1/8, common at 5 4 to 5 1/2 cents. Fancy Edith Honduras steady at 7 cents. Receipts 973 sacks rough.
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New Orleans
Fancy
Edith
Honduras
Fort Worth Stock Market Cattle Receipts Rise
Fort Worth Tex stock market reports moderate Friday cattle and calf receipts but a larger supply than last Friday and the prior year. Total combined receipts reach 4,000 head, up from 3,513 a week ago and 3,144 a year ago.
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Fort Worth
Tex
State Game Preserves in Texas Expanded by 965000 Acres
Turner P. Hubby state game commissioner said Thursday acreage in state preserves increased by 965000 acres. Colonel Ike Pryor of San Antonio designated 70000 acres along the Nueces River for 20 miles in Zavalla County. Mrs. C. R. Judkins and Mrs. Ed. Spencer posted 25000 acres in Schleicher County as state game preserves. Both tracts will be stocked this winter with deer, turkeys and other game.
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Austin
Tex
Turner P. Hubby
Ike Pryor
San Antonio
Nueces River
Zavalla County
C. R. Judkins
Ed. Spencer
Schleicher County
County Judges Elect Motlow President at Amarillo Convention
Potter County judge Sam B. Motlow was elected president of the Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association at the closing sessions in Amarillo Texas. Tyler was chosen as the next meeting site.
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Amarillo
Tex
Sam B. Motlow
Potter County
Texas County Judges and Commissioners’ Association
Tyler
Paraffine Found Near Yoakum Wildcat Drill
Yoakum Texas reports say Yoro Oil Company core at 1020 feet of a wildcat test eight miles south of Yoakum yielded paraffine with black oil stains. Manager G A Magee and drillers say they are analyzing every formation passed through as the test proceeds.
West Texas C of C Fixes Amarillo Convention Dates
The West Texas Chamber of Commerce executive board met in Lubbock and set June 21 23 as the dates for next year’s annual convention to be held in Amarillo Texas.
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Ubbock
Tex
West Texas Chamber of Commerce
Lubbock
Amarillo
Bend Pecan Association Elects Officers for New Year
San Saba Texas at a Bend Pecan Association meeting J N Alexander was elected president for the ensuing year. Other officers elected were W J Millican vice president and W T Moore secretary treasurer.
French Governor Quits in French Morocco
Fez reports Marshal Lyautey, governor general of French Morocco, has resigned from his post. The resignation marks a significant shift in governance of the French protectorate in Morocco.
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Fez
French Morocco
Marshal Lyautey
Kountze Attorney Appointed Judge in 75th District
Thomas B. Coe of Kountze has been appointed by Governor Ferguson as judge of the 75th district covering Tyler Liberty Montgomery and Hardin Counties. He succeeds J. M. Coombs who resigned.
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Kountze
Tex
Thomas B. Coe
Ferguson
Tyler
Liberty
Montgomery
Hardin
Coe
J. M. Coombs
New Outbreak Cattle Plague Reported in Webster
Houston Texas Dr Imes reported a new outbreak of hoof and mouth disease Friday at Webster, signaling the spread of cattle illness in the region and raising concerns among local farmers and veterinary authorities.
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Houston
Tex
Imes
Webster
The Fog Horns and the Coastline’s Resilient Chorus
The fog and rocks create a stark coast portrait where nature’s indifference shapes rugged shores. Foghorns boom through the blanket of mist, guiding vessels while residents find hope in the tireless, comforting voices from sea to shore.
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