Allred Gets Promise of Mayor's Aid in Runoff
James Allred of Wichita Falls, who led the attorney general primary, secured pledges of support from the city county machine for the August 23 runoff against incumbent Hoke Smith Lesitt. Bobbitt faced opposition over county offices removal actions. Allred plans major-city campaigning and upholds a no mudslinging stance while staying in San Antonio before early voting.
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Texas
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Texas Democratic conventions back Ferguson and Sterling
In Tallas and Jefferson counties the Democratic gatherings endorsed Mrs Ferguson and Mrs Sterling for governor amid factional splits. Moody’s influence appeared strong with over 1000 delegates in Harris County opposing Ferguson. Delegates to the state convention were named, with protests over prohibition enforcement and road bond issues noted.
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Dan Moody
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Sterling
RS. Sterling
Harris County
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Heavy Rail Outlay Early In Year Aided Business
West announces bid for sheriff of Heublizen county opposing Albret Hausser the Democratic nominee in November. He planned to run as Republican or independent after reports from C. W. As Merson and Andersen. He claims 11 000 votes in the last general election and notes party support from Dony quarters.
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Murray Leads Sooner Votes in Democratic Governor Race
Oklahoma City Aug 2 Ins complete unofficial returns show Murray leading the Democratic gubernatorial ticket with 546,486 votes to Buttram 462,202 a margin of 84,294. The result prompts expectations of a runoff on August 1 as both camps brace for a final showdown. Wrightsman leads Gore in the U.S. Senate race by about 300 votes with 11 precincts left to report. Tra Hill still tops Harris for the Republican governor nomination as they head to the runoff.
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Murray
Buttram
United States
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J. Wrightsman
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Tra Hill
James Harris
Junked Cars Reach Total of Millions
The American Motorists Association estimates 2,500,000 cars were junked in 1920 while 4,625,338 new vehicles were purchased. About 1,625,000 more cars were bought than junked, signaling a strong vehicle turnover. Ferguson supporters tabled a resolution endorsing his candidacy, with Ferguson delegates named to the state convention in Temple.
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Ross Sterling
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Sterling
County G O P Takes AAP At Machine Rule
In San Antonio Bexar county Republicans denounce Democratic machine politics and bond debt. They pledge to oppose state bonds and support repeal of the Terrell election law while criticizing local tax practices and election processes. Delegates named to a state delegation and party activity at the courthouse primary are reported.
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Garbage Scow Rum Runner Captured by Prohibition Agents
Prohibition agents captured a garbage scow after a sea battle near the harbor. The vessel reportedly carried about 1000 cases of liquor and planned to dump contraband at sea before returning to port with another cargo from anchored ships.
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Bexar County Delegates Named for State Convention
A Bexar party meeting discussed securing credentials for Democrats attending the state convention. Delegates were named from Bexar County including C. M. Chambers Phil Wright Paul Settler Jacob Hubils Frank Bushlek Perry S. Robertson and many others to represent the county at the state gathering. The group also debated election supervision costs and the appointment of precinct watchers.
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Paul Settler
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Robert F. Pep
Albert Trowalter
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Soviet Manganese Dumping Ban Considered
Washington senators announce possible action under the dumping act as officials review imports of manganese from the Soviet Union and related nations. Treasury Secretary Lowen seeks to amend tariff entries on manganese over alleged violations, with Republican lawmakers weighing responses.
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Gore Edges Wrightman by 280 Votes in Primary
Oklahoma City Aug. 2 Former senator Gore trails Wrightman by 280 votes as final returns show: total 44,4710, Wrightman 2,403 and Gore 72,218 in the Democratic senatorial nomination primary.
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Hoover Silent on Gotham Dry Row
President Hoover stated in Washington that the administration would keep hands off the dispute among New York Republicans over prohibition and how to handle it in the upcoming appropriation debate. The row centers on party maneuvering and policy stance amid the dry issue.
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Washington
Cy Myea
Burke's Cost HGH in Bexar County Race
Final campaign accounts filed show county clerk Jack Burke top spending in the Democratic primary with 702.7 dollars. Other notable expenditures include County Attorney Tom J. Newton second with 052.50 and Hartey-Cormick, district clerk, 627.60, with many local officials listed among spenders and contributors.
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