Disabled Veterans Meet in Omaha for National Convention
The Disabled American Veterans gathered in Omaha for their fifth annual national convention at the Civic Auditorium. Delegates from 25,000 hospitalized veterans and rehabilitated service members filled the hall as leaders Frank J. Irwin and Frank Williams, both highly decorated, presided. Rabbi Michael Aaronsohn delivered the invocation and messages from Washington lauded the group for aiding maimed servicemen.
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Omaha
Nebraska
Civic Auditorium
Frank J. Irwin
Hindenburg Line
Organization of the Disabled American Veterans
Washington
No Time for Discouragement to Thwart Farmers
The article discusses drought stress and variable rains affecting crops, noting dry soil layers hinder moisture, cotton showing early wilting, and late plantings as possible salvages. Farmers are urged to persevere, expect rain to come, and consider replants if needed while highlighting political pardons as a separate critique.
Wartime Message of Assurance and Duty
A passage expresses deep ongoing concern for the nation’s welfare and promises to fulfill obligations amid ongoing conflict. It emphasizes steadfast dedication and continued efforts to support those serving in battle.
Possibilities of Prayer Highlighted in Sunday Lesson
Sunday schools across Protestant churches reflect on the power of prayer as described in the biblical release of Peter from Herod. The article notes Christians gathered in earnest prayer, and an angel intervened to free Peter, opening the prison gate and silencing guards.
Patterson's Silver City column on Mogollon fishing
Patterson writes from Silver City about the Mogollon country in New Mexico. He recalls the old mining camp era near the Mogollon Mountains and describes the current fishing scene with rainbow and speckled trout thriving in hydraulic tailwater lakes fed by mountain snowmelt. He notes the wild ghost town history and the lure of the flies drawing anglers.
Baylor Student Is Speaker Here
Allen B. Wilson a Baylor University ministerial student served as supply pastor at First Baptist Church in the absence of Rev. Joe Jeffers. He preached at two Sunday services to large crowds and will lead services each Sunday until Rev. Jeffers returns. Mrs. Lois Dies of Mexia is recovering in a Waco hospital after an operation.
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Allen B. Wilson
Baylor University
First Baptist Church
Joe Jeffers
Mr. Wilson
Jeffers
Lois
Jwell
Waco
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Get
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Christian Church
Texas
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Ben B
Hunt
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White Mountain
Xk” Mogollon Mining Company
Billie the Kid
Baylor
B. H. Howard
Opera House
Dick Turpin
Limestone County Abstract Co
Groesbeck
Court House
Currie
B.B. Hays
Ixia, TU
Nen’s
Yours
Ra Crea
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