New War Savings Stamps and Federal Appointments
Dinsmore W. Hume of Dallas is named Federal District Director of the Government Savings Division U S Treasury succeeding Frank M. Smith. W A McKinley is appointed Assistant Director. The 1920 War Savings Stamps and new Registered Treasury Savings Certificates go on sale at banks and post offices with prices listed for $100 and $1 000 denominations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dinsmore W. Hume
Dallas
Federal District
Government Savings Division
U. S. Treasury Department
Frank M. Smith
Carter Glass
the Treasury
Lynoe P. Tally
Federal Reserve Bank
Hume
W. A. McKinley
Glass
Treasury Savings
Victor Berger Denied Seat in Congress Again
Victor Berger of Milwaukee the socialist was denied his seat in Congress for the second time by a 328 to 6 roll call vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victor Berger
Milwaukee
Congress
Wiggenton Sworn in as State Comptroller
Mark L. Wiggenton of Hillsboro was sworn in as state comptroller, succeeding L. W. Tittle who resigned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark L. Wiggenton
Hillsboro
L. W. Tittle
Reasonable Reservations Spark Peace Treaty Ratification Debate
A cautious stance on the peace treaty’s terms prompts calls to move forward with ratification. Political maneuvering intensifies as leaders seek to balance reservations with the goal of securing approval.
Houston philanthropist funds Baylor College dormitory
K E Burt of Houston donated 100000 dollars for the erection of the Burt dormitory at Baylor College in Belton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. E. Burt
Houston
Burt
Baylor College
Belton
Dixon Aims for Democratic Agriculture Commissioner Post
Sam H. Dixon of Houston seeks the Democratic primary nomination for commissioner of agriculture. Only seven days remain to qualify for the ballot. Colonel E. M. House, adviser to President Wilson, has returned to Texas to mingle with friends. Citizens urged to pay poll tax by February 1 and invest in war savings stamps to save for the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam H. Dixon
Houston
E. M. House
Wilson
President No. 2
Texas
Women Pay Poll Tax In Person In Large Towns
In towns with populations at least 10 000 women must pay their poll tax in person. Women living outside these towns may pay the poll tax by an agent.
Education Boost for Moulton Spurred by School Upgrade
A plea to residents of Moulton to improve the town’s education system by expanding the school building, hiring more teachers, and increasing resources. The note urges public support for a building tax and bonds, calls for participation in upcoming meetings, and emphasizes putting children first to build a worthy educational system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moulton
Board of Trustees
Sam and Will Moore Institute
Violinist Maud Powell Dies
World renowned American violinist Maud Powell has died, ending a celebrated career marked by international performances and trailblazing women in classical music. Her passing prompted tributes from fellow musicians and arts communities worldwide.
Postmaster Urges Big Town Showing in War Savings Drive
The postmaster calls for a strong local effort this month to save and advance. He promotes a war savings stamp priced at $4.12 or $5 value to boost the drive and support the national effort.
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Moulton Meat Market
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Moulton Nexus
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Fist Mate Bank of Moulton
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Frank
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Conservative Banking
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