Lawmakers Hold Busy Sessions In Texas Legislature
A long legislative day in Austin saw multiple Senate and House bills advance. Measures include consolidating indictments in criminal cases, expanding religious and charitable boards, and authorizing state deposits and tax changes.
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British War Debt Fund Approved by Senate Vote
Congress approved the British debt funding plan in a Senate vote 61 to 21 denying Senator Hitchcock's amendment to tie British interest to U S bond rates. The measure funds 4 604 billion over 62 years at reduced rates, with congress approval required for settlements with other debtors.
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War Hero Michael B Ellis Marries Catherine Krzyzanowska
St Louis man Michael B Ellis noted as a top war hero marries Catherine Krzyzanowska. Ellis captured 53 Germans and 10 enemy machine guns in France and earned the Medal of Honor from the United States France and Italy. General Pershing awarded the medal after his return. Ellis served as a sergeant in the 28th Infantry. his bride worked with the American Red Cross in France.
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Cause of Mine Blast Known in Dawson Tragedy
Coroner's jury finds the blast at mine No 1 caused by a derailment of an outgoing motor trip car that knocked down timbers holding the trolley line, raising dust which was ignited by an electric arc. The disaster killed 120 men.
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Williamson County Cotton Bales Gain Reported at Georgetown
P S Ford reports Williamson County Texas had 80 046 bales ginned before January 15, up from 66 120 the prior year. The cotton statistician notes the gain reflects current season progress in the county.
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Plant Wiped Out in Fire Beaumont Texas
Temple Lumber company plant at East Mayfield about 60 miles north of Beaumont was destroyed by fire Thursday.
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Warehouse Act Enlarged to Cover Agricultural Goods
The house passed a senate bill amending the federal warehouse act without a roll call. It extends provisions to all agricultural products, removes the one year license limit for warehousemen, authorizes inspectors to sample products in warehouses, and broadens offenses punishable by warehousemen. The bill advances to conference.
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Pape's Cold Compound Promises Fast Relief
Advertised remedy urges taking doses every two hours for a cold. First dose claims to unblock nostrils ease head pressure and feverish symptoms. second and third claimed to fully break up the cold. It notes quick relief low cost pleasant taste and no quinine.
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Kansan’s Destructive Laugh Incites Window Glass Fall
The Eldorado Times reports that Job Hofer’s loud laugh, once notorious for making horses bolt down Main street, caused two panes of window glass to fall from a building in Lem Lump’s Ford when he became amused.
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Cuticura Soothes Baby Rashes with Soap Ointment
Advertisement touts Cuticura for soothing itchy rashes in babies after hot baths and gentle ointment. Fragrant talcum dusted on finish. Cuticura products priced at 25 cents each.
Old Paintings Sell for Over a Million in New York
Fifteen paintings by early Italian masters from the estate of the late William Solomon sold in New York to a leading national art dealer for more than a million dollars. The average price for the full lot was about 70 000 dollars per painting.
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Editor Replies To Harsh Letter With Witty Inquiry
In a Richmond Times-Dispatch item a secretary presents a vulgar letter accusing the editor of hog-eared and pig-jawed traits. The editor responds languidly by asking why the sender would enclose a stamp for a reply, underscoring a humorous newspaper exchange.
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Diamond Dyes Promise Simple Home Dyeing For All Fabrics
An advertisement claims Diamond Dyes can dye or tint old garments and home textiles easily with no streaking fading or running. It emphasizes suitability for wool silk linen cotton and blends and guarantees perfect results when used as directed.
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Houseguest declines meal while food inspector unknown
A playful exchange shows a guest refusing to cook at a house as someone asks for clarification. The punchline reveals the visitor is a food inspector, explaining the hesitation and curiosity about the arrangement.
Sugar Beet Seed Exports Highlight German Trade
Germany relies on sugar beet seed as a key export, supporting agricultural production and regional markets. The industry links farmers with breeders and boosts Germany's position in global seed trade.
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