Prohibition Fight Shapes Up In Congress Across Parties
A heated session in Washington sees lawmakers flood the hopper with bills aimed at repealing or amending the eighteenth amendment and the Volstead Act. Representatives from both parties push referendums and state-option paths while dry leaders vow to block enforcement cuts and press for broader reform.
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16 New Members Take Places in Senate Chamber
Washington December 7. The 16 new members take seats in the Senate today. Democrats Bailey Noris Coro dina Benkheed Alabama Bulow South Dakota Brunes South Carolina Mrs Coranuy Arkansas Cool Mee Massachusetts Costizer Colorado Gore Oklahoma Hull Tennessee Reasee Lewis Alabama Logan Ben a Neely Virginia Vermont Dickinson Governor Long of Louisiana will not protest Blosal until early next year after his term as state executive.
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South Carolina
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Virginia
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Shipstead Senate Bloc Holds Balance for Tight Senate
The Farmer Labour bloc in the Senate reorganized to maintain the balance between 48 Republicans and 17 Democrats. Leader Henrik Shipstead and whip Henrik Shinstead head the unified group, which can sway votes on measures as they arise.
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Clamor for Oil Tariff Loader In Congress Debates
Washington December 1 amid opening of Congress the clamor for a tariff on oil grows as lawmakers debate duties and potential gains. Proponents rally as a petroleum tax measure moves toward consideration with bills anticipated and discussions heated among members.
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Texas Waterways Fund Sought for River and Harbor Improvements
A proposal seeks congressional action to create a Texas Waterways Fund for river and harbor improvements. The plan requests authorization and funding through army engineers to support harbor and river works, with submission to the House for consideration by the committee.
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Clara Bow Steals Limelight From Grid Celebration
In Las Vegas Nevada Tess Clara Bow the screen star stole attention at a high school football championship celebration. Local excitement centered on Las Vegas annexation of the state title while Miss Bow appeared at the game wearing a thin gold wedding ring. The Las Vegas eleven defeated Tavelock by score 41 to 0.
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Garners Garbed as Usual For Election of Speaker
Washington U Lee reports John N Garner and Mrs Garner dressed in their everyday attire for the speaker election. Garner wore a brown suit with a speckled brown tie while Mrs Garner described her daily wear, a black dress with pearl necklace. The story notes the lack of formal attire despite Garner being the Democratic choice for the post.
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Unruly Capitol Demonstration during March 10 Session
Delegation led by Benjamin Loil clashes with police at the Capitol entrance while demanding immediate action on unemployment relief. Officers warn that their demands cannot be heard in the Senate chamber. protesters push forward as banners plead for full back pay and aid. Security tightens as lawmakers, staff, and visitors arrive. petitions and interruptions fail to sway officials.
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Fuller Loses Delay Motion In San Antonio Court
A court scene details Fuller losing a delay motion as the defense challenges Fidler's sanity. The prosecution relies on four or five doctors from a state hospital who observed him after the tragedy, while Dr. Ovingston Anderson of Corpus Christi, an alienist and criminologist, is the sole expert witness for the defense.
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Job Insurance Prospected by Solon Amid Hunger Marches
Congress opened amid hunger marchers and petitions for relief as Rep LaGuardia of New York announced the introduction of a national unemployment insurance plan. The proposal would require every person over 21 to pay a weekly welfare tax to fund benefits, with no government cost.
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Davis Inauguration Witness in House
A chaotic fragment notes a Davis inauguration witness in the House, mentioning a representative and the death time, with garbled references to Jefferson and Confederate imagery. It cites Clement Catell Dievinson, a Milwouri Democrat, and a 13 year old boy as a sergeant in the Travia guards, tied to defending against cavalry raids and a February 1542 Richmond event.
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Unemployed Hunger March Ends in Police Guarded Parade
A disrupted hunger march led by William K. Paine of New York ends with police escort as demonstrators attempt to march near government buildings. Lynne and Flo spoke through metaphors while the gap between protesters and lawmakers grew wider. The Senate and House did not hear the protest, and Vice President Curtis refused to meet the delegation amid heavy guards and shouted slogans. Lawmakers criticized the process as blocked and procedural. The crowd was escorted along the route past Capitol grounds toward Pennsylvania Avenue. Trend indications show tensions in this period.
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Congress HAG Organizing Seaalon Seemingly Historic Opening
Congress opens with Garner as speaker nominee amid large demonstrations for relief for unemployed, Hattie Caraway delaying oath until after mourning. Republicans signaled nonpartisan cooperation on Hoover agenda including moratorium, taxes, and banking laws while Senate and House reflect new leadership dynamics and crowd-filled galleries.
Fragmented Thoughts on Ancient Myths and Cosmic Speculation
An eclectic, fragmentary account threads through ancient gods, pyramids, and primal myths. It contrasts Pharaonic power with speculative science, imagining primal beings and cosmic survival beyond interstellar space amid blurred references to cultures and places.
Garner Made House Speaker in Crowded Chamber
The scene inside the chamber showed Democrats filling the rails on the Democratic side with chairs added to accommodate the crowd. Representative Snell stood among the Republicans toward the back as the vote for Scheider drew support from Amie, Raiding, Peavy, Withro and others.
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Four Plead Guilty To Mail Fraud In Oklahoma Case
Four defendants pleaded guilty or entered pleas of no contest in a mail fraud case involving the Universal Oil and Gas company. Trials were set for others, with charges tied to a pre organization syndicate that sold certificates totaling over one million dollars. Local officials, including Walton and others from Oklahoma City, appear in the proceeding.
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Maitland Returns From Army Leave At Kelly Field
Senior instructor Kirt Toemnaescer yuaininony at Alrack Aviation, Kelly Field, resumes duty after brief leave since his marriage last Monday. He will take three weeks’ leave from December 20 to visit his parents in Burlington California. the column also references light classified ads showing cafes service stations and businesses with prices and terms.
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Golf Club Pitchfork Duel Ends in Injury in Colorado
Two duelists clashed yesterday over a dispute with a golf club and a pitchfork. One combatant injured his cousin and a bystander, as three spectators struggled to intervene amid the chaotic scene.
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Jury to Renew Probe of State Matters in Travis County
A Travis County grand jury was told by Judge J. D. Moore it will be asked to investigate matters of state. The panel will hear evidence from district attorney and attorney general offices as it resumes probing alleged abuses in county fee collection.
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New York Broker Pleads Guilty to Postal Law Violations
A New York securities broker pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of violating postal laws in connection with stock sales of Universal Oil and Gow company. The sentence was deferred, with the plea delaying trial, and the case involved other defendants including a former governor from Oklahoma.
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Suit delays bond sanction continues city unemployment plan
The city plans to use bond proceeds to cover overdrafts from years of depositary practices. Mayor estimates about 20 000 dollars monthly from the bond money will fund local job creation on riverfront projects. The action aims to provide unemployment relief and hire local workers.
Feminists Rally to Push Equal Rights Amendment
Feminists from across the nation begin their drive to urge lawmakers to remove remaining inequalities and back passage of an equal rights amendment to the constitution. They focus on advancing gender equality as Congress opens its session.
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General Cocheu to Leave Dec 19 for Burl Brigade
General Cocheu commander of the Third brigade will depart San Antonio around December 10 to take command of the Burl brigade at Fort Warren. He will be accompanied to Fort Warren by his aide, Lieut. Robert C. Alec.
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Mercolized Wax Claims Youthful Skin Renewal
An old advertisement touts Mercolized Wax as a facial treatment that purportedly rejuvenates skin, reduces blemishes freckles and age spots, and erases wrinkles. It promises quick results and appeals to women worldwide, naming stores and distributors.
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