London Texas school blast kills hundreds in disaster
A massive gas explosion at the London Consolidated School near New London Texas devastates the building ten minutes before dismissal. About 500 are reported dead with thousands responding to the scene as Governor Allred declares martial law and federal aid is pledged.
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Tex
London Consolidated School
America
James V. Allred
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Roosevelt
Parent-Teacher Association
London
Shreveport
Red Cross
Dallas
Allred
Texas Rangers
Houston
Austin
Tyler
Texas
Evelyn Hooker
Rusk County
William C. Roberts
Hooker
Stricken School in London Consolidated Explosion
Henderson Texas accounts tell of the London Consolidated school wrecked in a blast blamed on natural gas from seven oil wells on campus. The district serves about thirty square miles with an assessed value of 16 million dollars and an enrollment of 1500 students. The rural system, built with wealth from oil, featured 30 classrooms, an auditorium, labs, and separate grammar and grade buildings.
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Henderson
Tex
London Consolidated School
United States
East Texas
London
New London
Tyler
Practical Kitchen Tips From The WNU Service
A collection of quick food and household hints. Salt in eggs lightens and eases beating. bran water preserves cretonne color. prunes soaked in fruit juice swell for easy eating. keep milk bottles closed to avoid odors. turn bugs every six months for even wear. avoid scraping food from gateware. Homemade crackers and muffins guidance. tea stain removal. coddled apples recipe with syrup, lemon juice, and optional jelly or raisins.
Quotations on Peace and Society From Early 20th Century Figures
A collection of brief quotes linking peace, labor, capitalism, and social justice. Roosevelt, Pollock, the Bishop of Manchester, and Sir Robert Falconer are cited, reflecting a era concerned with economic freedom and governance.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
Channing Pollock
Bishop
Manchester
Robert Falconer
Law Is Action Says E B Hall
A compact quotation from E B Hall asserts that law of strength lies in action and that improvement stems from energy, applying to body mind and soul. The line emphasizes active effort over passive ability as essential to progress.
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E. B. Hall
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