Battle over government economy plans dominates congress
President Hoover pushes for broad bureau consolidation and spending cuts, proposing a bipartisan commission to draft an economy bill. Democrats demand specifics, while leaders forecast tax debates and battles over revenue, surtaxes, and public works funding.
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Harrison
Mississippi
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International Water Commission
Michigan Happenings and Local Highlights
Michigan State College cows use automatic drinking fountains prompting visitors to note their fascination with the new calves. Mrs Ellen Gething of Battle Creek dies at 100 after a long life in Michigan and England. Attorney General Voorhies rules license revocation can't be appealed. licenses must be carried. A Hazel Park couple escape a house fire aided by their cat. Rose Hartwick Thorpe author of Curfew Shall Not Ring Tonight identified, later Detroit publisher reward. A Holstein bull accident in Fowlerville ends in a sharpshooter’s shot near Detroit. Hope College reports 12 foreign students from six countries including Iraq and Japan. Michigan Supreme Court clarifies saving-bank deposit preferences. Endowment funds established in Bay City. Thelma Stites dies from peanut lodged in lung in Detroit. Michigan park lumber uses windfallen trees. windmill accident at Manton.
Independence for the Philippines Bill Passes House
The House approved the independence bill by 306 to 47, with no Democratic opposition and 186 Democrats in favor. Of Republicans, 119 supported and 47 opposed. The measure grants full freedom after the Philippines adopts a constitution and completes an eight year semi autonomous transition with tariff provisions.
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Philippines
Farmer Labor
Dandelions and Bees Warned Off Michigan Orchards
Michigan State College horticulturists warn fruit growers to keep bees from orchards until trees near blossoming and to prevent dandelions from growing in ground orchards. The aim is to ensure better crops by timing bee activity with flowering and avoiding pollen substitutes.
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Pruning Knife in Michigan Legislature Targets Taxes
Michigan lawmakers push deep cuts in state expenses during the special session. Bills threaten lower salaries and fewer state employees while banks see tightening rules and a controversial weight tax plan faces revisions. Debate centers on cost relief and a potential adjournment.
Homemaker’s Corner on Rayon Fabrics and Uses
The Homemaker’s Corner notes rayon fabrics appear in new forms with spun rayon fibers achieving softer textures. Miss Julia Tear explains carding and spinning as cotton, creating fine texture and new mesh weaves. Rayon offers pastel and bright shades and serves as a practical hygienic substitute for sports wear, replacing wool where warmth is lacking.
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Christmas Eve Quip by Two Old Maids
A brief joke scene on Christmas Eve shows two old maids by the fireplace. The first asks if a stocking can hold all you want. the second dryly replies that a pair of socks would fit.
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Manton
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Muskegon
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