Prohibition Put Texans in the Limelight in Congress
Two Texas lawmakers, Senator Sheppard and Representative Henry, draw focus as national prohibition moves forward. Debate centers on a DC referendum and a proposed nationwide ban, with House rules under Henry’s control shaping timing and votes.
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Washington, D. C
Sheppard
Henry
Congress
Senate
House of Representatives
Rules Committee
District of Columbia
Pro Workers
Washington
Antis
Senate Judiciary Committee
Culberson
House
Hobson
Virginia
Iowa
Alabama
Nebraska
Michigan
Swiss report cites 30000 internees in Switzerland
Berne December 30 M Hoffman head of the political department in a neutrality report to the national council says Switzerland currently holds 30 000 persons interned.
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Berne
M. Hoffman
Political Department
National Council
Switzerland
Government Acts To Deport Undesirables In Wartime
Wellington New Zealand December 30 the government enacted war regulations to deport undesirables and imprison anyone who makes anti government utterances aimed at preventing sedition during the war period.
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Wellington
N. Z
Petrograd Clock Marks Time Across Nine Fifth Faces
In Petrograd a clock with nine five faces marks the time in thirty cities across many countries and moves the earth, planets and other ventures.
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Petrograd
Earth
Assorted Silk Fabrics in Various Widths and Colors
A catalog of 36 to 132 inch silks and blend fabrics listing styles such as Habutai Tub Silks Chiffon Cloths Satin and Georgettes. Items include Silk Satins Crepe de Chine Pongee Crepes Taffetas and Faille in numerous shades and finishes with notes on perspiration proof and shower proof options.
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Skinner’s
Silk Fabric Lot With Broad Selection And Discounts
A parcel of twenty five satin messalines fancy striped and Shephe checked taffetas from Louisine Silks plus 100 short-length silk pieces priced from 79c to 4.00 per yard, featuring crepe de Chine, satins, taffetas and shantung in new spring shades. Includes 36 inch widths and khaki silk options.
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Wolff & Marx Company
Wolff & Marx
San Antonio
Crepe de Chines and Crepe Meteors on Sale
Advertises Crepe de Chines and Crepe Meteors in multiple colors and sizes with sale prices ranging from 95 cents to 2 dollars 67 cents. Listings cover 36 and 40 inch widths, various color options, and both colored and black options. Prices escalate with size and material type.
Large lot of 36inch Fancy Plaids and Striped Taffetas
A large selection of 36 inch Fancy Plaids and Striped Taffetas offered at special sale prices. The plaids and taffetas are priced at 48 per yard and 1.67 per yard respectively, with a variety of designs and colors included.
Velvet Fabric Price List with Wide Color Range
A price list showing various fabrics including White Tub Habutai and Imported Pongee in widths from 26 to 36 inches. Silk Velvets and Chiffon Velvets are offered in multiple colors, with prices ranging from 59 cents to 5 dollars per yard. Includes silk croise and panne varieties and notes widths for each item.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Prorigition
Slate Amendment
House Rules Committee
Texas
Burgess
Garner
Buchanan
Gregg
Eagle
Slayden
Summers
McLemore
Black
Davis
Hardy
Rayburn
Stephens
Smith and Young
Callaway
Georgette
Majestic
Habutai
Shanghai
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