U S Biggest Project Sings Boulder Canyon Flood Threat
A NEA dispatch notes Colorado River flood risk as snowmelt swells river next June. Boulder Canyon dams and dykes protecting Imperial Valley farms face potential failure, threatening $800 million of property and livelihoods for 60,000 residents in Yuma Coachella and Imperial valleys.
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Boulder Dam Project Gains New Senate Push
The Swing-Johnson bill to dam the Colorado at Boulder Canyon Arizona would cost the government nothing and fund itself from benefiting territories. It aims to irrigate 2 million acres reclaim 450000 desert acres aid ex service men, generate 600000 horsepower of power, and supply water to Los Angeles and 20 southern California cities. The bill faces opposition from private power interests and some California landowners but has administration backing and strong Senate support led by Senator Hiram Johnson.
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State executives gain subpoena power for pardons hearings
Raleigh February 23. A bill giving the governor and the commissioner of pardons authority to subpoena witnesses and require sworn testimony aims to speed pardon hearings. Senator Broughton prepared the bill at Governor McLean and H Hoyle Sink's suggestion. It would allow advance subpoenas across the state to cut delays. The measure is seen as assured of passage in both chambers.
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Spring Shades Highlight Rosa Pink And Banana Yellow
The list of best spring tones includes rose pink pale blue beige sage green and banana yellow.
Filibuster Test at Dawn Halts Senate Action on Boulder Canyon Bill
Tired senators faced a 20 hour session as filibuster leaders Cameron and Ashurst blocked a vote on the Boulder Canyon dam measure. Absentees were warned and arrested to obtain a quorum, with Senator Johnson repeatedly failing to break the deadlock and dawn finding the chamber still stalled. Senate leaders warned the bill may be set aside as unfinished business.
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Filibuster Tactic Warns Senators on Attendance
A notice to senators warned that warrants were issued to compel attendance but records show no arrests were made at the time. the action last night appeared as a procedural alert regarding the merchant marine bill.
Klan Leader Files Libel Warrant in Birmingham
James Esdale grand dragon of Alabama KKK swears criminal libel warrant in Jefferson county against Frederick I. Thompson publisher C M Stanley associate editor and H W Kincey city editor over a Birmingham Age Herald quote endorsing masked whippings in a Thursday address.
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Jefferson County
James Esdale
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Frederick I. Thompson
Birmingham Age- Herald
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H. W. Kincey
Esdale
Ransom Heads to Atlanta for Prudential Conference
Robert E. Ransom leaves Wednesday for Atlanta to attend a two story convention of leading southern representatives with home officials of Prudential Life Insurance. The leading agents of the company are guests at the conference.
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Robert E. Ransom
Prudential Life Insurance Company
Explosion Kills Three Near Quanah Texas
An explosion of a 12 inch gas main two miles north of Quanah Texas killed three men and injured several others just before noon today.
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Porter Found Shot to Death in Chicago Apartment
George F. Porter, reputed millionaire capitalist and real estate dealer, was found dead from a bullet wound in a Chicago apartment. Police reported the wound in the forehead and the body remained unreleased pending the deputy coroner’s arrival.
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Chicago
George F. Porter
Federal grand jury probes Atlanta club party honor guest
A federal grand jury in Atlanta opened an investigation into a January 17 party held by the Atlanta Co-operative club in honor of Carl Langnecht of Kansas City, alleging liquor was served at the dinner.
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Atlanta, Ga
Federal Grand Jury Today
Atlanta Co-operative Club
Carl Langnecht
Kansas City
Short Coats For Dressy Georgette Sports Dresses
Velvet short coats in rich colors are paired with georgette and crepe de chine sport dresses for a dressier look. The style combines luxurious fabric with lighter sportswear silhouettes, reflecting mid century fashion trends.
State forest for Eastern Carolina now seen possible
Enterprise Bureau Raleigh February 23 Prospects for large state forests in Eastern North Carolina rise as Sen E S Askew introduces a bill authorizing a conservation department survey. The measure seeks demonstration forests near waters, large blocks with young growth, plus game refuges and recreation areas funded by future revenues for public schools.
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General Assembly
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Marry Hill
Department of Conservation and Development
North Carolina Department of Agriculture
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University of North Carolina
Caddy Master Is Champion of Florida
William Burke of Danville Kentucky won the Florida Open at Clearwater Country Club with a 288 total after a 67 round. Cruickshank 290 and Mehlhorn 291 earned 750 and 500 dollars respectively as second and third prizes.
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William Burke
Danville
Maete
Clearwater Country Club
Florida
Burke
Bobby Cruickshank
Mehlhorn
Cruickshank
Mehrhorn
Castoria Ad Promises Relief for Infants and Children
An old advertisement touts Fletcher's Castoria claiming over 30 years of use to relieve constipation flatulence wind colic and diarrhea while reducing feverish symptoms and aiding digestion for natural sleep with no opiates. The genuine bottle bears the signature.
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Fletcher
Moone's Emerald Oil Promises Skin Rescue
A vintage ad urges readers to seek Moone's Emerald Oil at Randall's Pharmacy claiming it relieves eczema and skin troubles after early use. The copy promises complete satisfaction with a money back guarantee and contrasts with greasy salves.
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Randall's Pharmacy
Moone
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