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Newspaper
Junction Eagle
Location
Junction, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1937
Page
6
A collage of humorous snippets and conversations spans shop counters and street scenes. A butcher refuses to trim bone, a tramping testimonial tale hews to soap sales, lovers spar, and misers boast. quotes shift from modern slang to old time dialect, with travelers, employers, and judges weighing comfort, money, and romance in quick, wry exchanges.
L G Phares head of Texas Department of Safety notes the old drunken driving law no longer limits prosecutions. The new statute applies to any drinking driver, with penalties up to a jail sentence and fines to 500 dollars. He urges law enforcement to spearhead a strict anti drink while driving campaign statewide.
A nostalgic tribute to Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, praising Philadelphia’s historic site from Boston to St Augustine. It recalls the 1776 Declaration, the lasting patriotism, and the aura of sacrifice, devotion, and ceremonial reverence surrounding the building and its walls.
John Adams writes on July 3 1776 of his wish that the Fourth become a great anniversary festival with pomp parade games guns bells and illuminations shared with his wife and others as the nation nears independence
San Marcos Daily News notes a new law effective June 9 ends refunds for auto licenses on wrecked or junked vehicles. Credit for unused portions previously allowed if pledged to a new vehicle and affidavit sworn. Law aims to curb abuses by junk and used car dealers. Uncle Eben remark closes the report.
Richard C. Gazley, chief engineer of the Bureau of Air Commerce, Commerce Department, has been appointed chief of safety and planning vision for Secretary Roper. He will supervise seven sections handling development and promotional work including airline activity studies, aircraft and power plants, and related instruments.
Heavy cattle supplies pushed prices lower across most classes at the San Antonio yard, with calves showing the sharpest declines amid weak undertone. Receipts were about 1000 cattle and 1400 calves, while hogs rose to a high of 11.20 and ranged 9.50 to 11.20 for lighter weights, bulk near 11.00.
Papers from the Carnegie Institution reveal that in 1786, three years after the Revolution, a public levee at the President's house marked the first Fourth of July celebration. Rufus King and Elbridge Gerry joined Congress members, ministers, and the Cincinnati in a grand levee with bells, cannon, and toasts praising Congress’ power to preserve the Union.
State health officer Dr Geo W Cox urges caution as the nation celebrates Independence Day noting accidents from explosives, auto crashes, and injuries from penetrating wounds. Prompt wound treatment and swimming restraint are advised. At 21 Harry F Sinclair Jr becomes a director of the Consolidated Oil Corp, following his father as chairman.
The Constitution framers set a lengthy interval between election and the first sitting for two reasons. They feared hasty action if immediate oath and a cooling-off period. Travel from distant regions also required time before legislators could convene.
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