Progressives And Democrats May Unite To Liberalize Rules
In Washington a Progressive Democrat coalition forms to liberalize House rules as the chamber convenes to organize. Nelson and Garrett discuss a cross party program while the first speaker ballot shows Gillett and Garrett tied at 197 with 17 for Cooper and 5 for Madden. The gag rule and open voting on amendments dominate talks.
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Formation Roswell Sector Assn of the Army of the U S
Roswell is to have its Sector of the Army of the United States. A meeting for organization is called for tomorrow evening. Officers eligible for membership who have not been notified should contact Colonels Ingalls Anwood or Major Castles today or tomorrow for details. There is no reason why we should not have one of the star Sectors in the 103rd Division.
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Navy seeks cannot new battleships under Washington treaty
The Navy Department tells Congress it must keep US naval strength at the 5-5-3 ratio under the Washington Naval Disarmament Treaty. It urges modernization of existing battleships, conversion of two battle cruisers into aircraft carriers, and requests several millions for these efforts plus eight cruisers and six submarines.
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Government seeks return of wartime funds in fraud suits
The federal government seeks the return of large sums paid in wartime ordnance and quartermaster contracts long thought closed. Attorney General Daugherty disclosed in his annual report that settlements were made without applying applicable legal principles. War fraud suits exceed 64 million dollars with over three million dollars collected to date.
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Call for congressional probe of Agriculture Department
Dallas December reports a proposed congressional investigation of the Department of Agriculture. A resolution to seek inquiry will be presented to the Farm Labor Union, with committee members favoring the probe. The item highlights naval cruiser needs and broader questions of national defense and base adequacy.
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Uncle Joe Cannon Watches Life Quietly in Danville
Danville Illinois December 1 Uncle Joe Cannon the former congressman now 87 lives detached from national affairs. He enjoys poker dominoes and visits the Second National Bank daily with cronies. He favors a simple routine, reads papers, rides out to a flowing well and keeps a vast library with Roosevelt and Gibbons portraits. He quit tobacco and coffee and says he does not care who runs for president as long as a good Republican is chosen.
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President Coolidge poised for first Congress address
In Washington on December 4 President Coolidge's first message to Congress is expected to be delivered in person before a joint session in the House chamber. The address, long-anticipated, reportedly covers taxation the bonus farmers immigration railroads and perhaps the merchant marine with possible mention of the Harding world court plan.
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Big Revival Continues Despite Threatening Weather
The third Monday night of the revival drew a good congregation as the choir, led by Mr. Dew, offered inspiring music. Pastor Cook preached on the blind man who cried for mercy, urging that all must confess Christ publicly and avoid worldly gain. Total conversions neared one hundred, with more to come as services continue.
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Palace Pharmacy Ad Promises Wide Perfume Set Choice
Palace Pharmacy offers a broad perfume set selection with the pitch Give Her A Nice Perfume set that she wants We have all kinds. Advertisement notes price at 312¢ and highlights variety for gift shopping.
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Heilman Greatest Batter In American League
Detroit slugger Harry Heilmann led the American League batting with a .403 average, edging out Babe Ruth who finished .3938. Ruth’s all around season produced 399 bases, 41 homers, and 151 runs, while Heliman and Ruth topped the year with power and consistency.
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Pigs Is Pigs and Tires at Hall Bros Advertisement
An advertisement notes good tire brands with Goodyear and Kelly among the select, and mentions Hall Bros as the venue for the sale or display. The fragment references various brands and a concluding line about fourth place in a list.
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Santa Claus to visit Roswell on December 15
Roswell advertising club announces Santa Claus will arrive Saturday December 15 on the Santa Fe noon train and will visit for a few hours. The reception plans shift to a bigger, better event with committees, a Chamber of Commerce meeting, and nearby southeastern New Mexico children invited to greet him. Also an unrelated class ad: two or three passengers needed for a car trip to El Paso on Thursday December 6.
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Chaves County
Crank and Cuss Advertisement for Hall Bros.
A vintage ad claims a Columbia Hot Shot battery will stop cussing and start your Ford on cold mornings. Promotes Hall Bros as the seller with cheerful urging to get them ready on your car.
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