Prohibition Dominates Texas War Session Actions
Texas Governor Hobby drives a rapid special session pushing statewide prohibition and ratification of the federal amendment. Bills speed through, liquor controls and anti vice measures gain swift support while war finance and water control reforms are urged. Senate and house adopt rules, elect officers, and prepare constitutional action on prohibition.
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Shreveport Rate Case Reforms Interstate Freight Parity
The interstate commerce commission on Thursday greatly modified its prior order in the Shreveport rate case. It places Texas on a more equitable basis for traffic between interstate points versus shipments from Shreveport into Texas. The old doctrine is retained that discriminations be removed to preserve parity in charges in each direction.
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Washington
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Texas
Railroad Control Bill Clears House Vote
Washington bill to govern federal operation of railroads passes the House by 3387 to 6. Two Democrats and four Republicans vote against on final roll call: Thomas of Kentucky Gordon of Ohio Chandler of Oklahoma Denison of Illinois Haugen of Iowa Ramseyer of Iowa.
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Illinois
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Great Drive for Shipyard Volunteers Forms War Effort
The United States Shipyard Volunteers of the Public Service Reserve, a new nationwide group of American mechanics and tradespeople, plans to enroll 250000 workers to support the massive shipbuilding program. Volunteers will be paid at prevailing shipyard wages, housing is being prepared, and enrollment is urged through local agents or directly to Edward N Hurley at the Shipping Board.
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United States Shipping Board
Washington
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Hurley
United States Shipyard Volunteers of Public Service Reserve
United States
Life's Inspirations and the Power of Courage
A reflection on how acts of right doing inspire others to be brave and strong. The piece emphasizes that a life is not truly successful unless it has spread inspiration along the way.
Just Human Nature
A brief Dallas News quip about a man preferring to risk fifty dollars in speculation over losing fifty cents from a pocket knot.
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Dallas News
Dodson's Liver Tone Promises Safe Liver Support
An old advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a harmless remedy for upset stomachs and sluggish livers, claiming it replaces calomel and cleanses the bowels. The text alleges the product is entirely vegetable, harmless, and suitable for children, with a money back guarantee.
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Dodson
Building Stalwart Character and Daily Duty
A noble view on character as the steady outcome of daily devotion to duty. The passage emphasizes unseen inner strength forged through consistent effort and discipline.
Tetterine Promises Smooth Skin For Southern Women
An old ad claims soft velvety skin is every woman's goal and that soups or powders fail. It asserts Tetterine quickly removes pimples and blotches, giving a bright clear look. Sold by druggists or mailed for 50 cents by Shuptrine Co. Savannah Ga. Ad insert.
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Shuptrine Co
Savannah
Ady
What is the verdict of the Jury
A humorous, timeless quote from a 19th or early 20th century magazine reflects a judge asking for verdict and a foreman claiming the jury is “temporarily insane” in a playful exchange about courtroom proceedings. The line captures a caricature of legal theater and jury mood.
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Reverybody's Magazine
Recipe for gray hair preparation advertised
A home remedy mixes Bay Rum Barbo Compound and glycerine with water to darken gray hair gradually. The preparation claims to color without staining the scalp or becoming sticky or greasy and notes full instructions are in each Barbo Compound box.
Proletariat Question Echoes in World News Debate
A dialogue fragment debates the meaning of the proletariat and Russia, urging reading papers to understand world events and actions. The exchange contrasts ignorance with awareness of global struggles.
Cuticura Soap and Ointment Adverts
An advertising blurb promotes Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment to keep the face fair and young. It offers free samples via Cuticura Dept X Boston, and lists prices for Soap and Ointment at 25 and 50 cents, with druggists carrying the goods.
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Boston
Pearl Necklace Sparks Question About Tears
A terse dialogue hints at marital strain as a husband defends gifting a pearl necklace, noting that it would reveal tears if his wife did not receive them. The fragment suggests underlying emotional tension.
Spartan Women Ad Slogan Promises Femenina Relief
Ady promotes Femenina for female disorders with claims of relief while noting prices 50 cents and one dollar. The fragment also questions loyalty to being a Spartan and uses modal flourish about untold tortures.
Hery and rubber business joke baby remark
A humorous exchange notes a newborn described with pride. The father’s involvement in the rubber trade is mentioned, adding a light economic touch to the family quip.
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Heredity
Laxative Bromine Inin Claims Cold Cure in One Day
An advertisement touts LAXATIVE BROMO ININ as the cure for a cold in a single day. It urges readers to seek the signature of H W GROVE and notes a claim of rapid relief.
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H.W. Grove
Advertising fragment on bedding plants and Dr. Pierce’s Pellets
A fragmented ad notes bedding plants described as a sheet of color and promotes Dr. Pierce’s Pellets for liver bowel and stomach. It touts one pellet as laxative and three as cathartic.
Natural Sequence Dispute Voices on Play Calling
Commentators question pressure and play design after a tense sequence. Players argue about effort and team momentum while fans debate strategy and chances to advance.
Vader Balm Ady promotes cold preventatives
A short notice claims Vader Balm can prevent bad colds pneumonia and croup if used in time and encourages households to keep it on hand. The message cites Ady as the signatory.
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Ady
War's Cabaret. First Soldier's Shell Warning Scene
In war reportage style two soldiers joke about shelling as music while sharing meals. The exchange frames frontline life with dark humor, reflecting soldiers’ coping mechanisms amid bombardment.
Renovine Heart and Nerve Tonic Ad
A probate style advertisement urges readers to check their heart health with Renovine, a heart and nerve tonic priced at 50 cents and one dollar.
Very Appropriate Bug and Green Dance Requests
Two notes raise questions. A guest asks why a two collar bill is used while others request permission for dancing on the green.
Courtship as Prelude to the Regular Battle
A sharp analysis argues that courtship serves as a preliminary phase before the main confrontations begin. It frames social mating rituals as strategic moves rather than mere romance.
Wife of Prominent Man Breaks Down Over Social Visit
A wife, described as a shy childlike figure, weeps when visited unexpectedly before hosting important guests. She confesses fear of meeting strangers and laments her mother’s restrictions on friendships, wondering how her husband will cope.
Methodist Church in Japan Sees 12 Percent Member Decline
The Methodist church in Japan reported a twelve percent drop in membership over the last year, indicating a significant contraction in congregational size and activity.
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Methodist Church In
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