UMT Speedup Drive Begins Faces House Battle
Washington reports a new Universal Military Training drive opens amid denial of any deal to kill UMT for veterans benefits. Rep. Larcade filed a rules petition supported by 12 signers to force the measure to the floor. John Taylor said rumors were ridiculous and predicted House Rules would report the legislation.
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Lord Derby Dies in Prescot England at 82
The Earl of Derby, 82, former Britain's secretary of state for war in World War I, died in his sleep after a relapse from a cold at his country home. He was a renowned sportsman linked to racing and owned top horses earning substantial purses. His grandson Lord Stanley and Lady Derby were present.
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Railroad Admits Cattle Delay Fault
The United States sued Texas and New Orleans Railroad over cattle shipments held in transit beyond the 36 hour limit. Fifty five cattle from Opelousas Louisiana to San Antonio were held 38 hours 15 minutes. Judge Ben H. Rice was to sign the agreement by Wednesday. Defendants admitted liability and agreed to pay 100 dollars and costs.
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Maverick Seeks Roosevelt Names for Laredo Streets
Maury Maverick excongressman and former San Antonio mayor urged renaming streets near the International bridge in Laredo and Nueva Laredo to Roosevelt Street. He proposed renaming the Inter-American Highway Roosevelt Highway envisioning a route from Ottawa through Washington to South America.
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Horse Dies at Southwest Exposition and Stock Show
A four year old quarter horse named Peppys Pepper died in its stall at the Southwestern Exposition and Fat Stock Show in Fort Worth. The King Ranch bred horse, once sold to Danny Fowlie of Grapevine for 26 500, was valued among the event’s top holdings.
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$30 Boost for Vets Near School Benefits Raised
Washington February 4 The House completed a bill boosting veteran living allowances for about 2 million student veterans. If signed by President Truman the changes take effect April 1, including unmarried veterans receiving 75 dollars monthly and married veterans with one or more children receiving 105 to 120 dollars. A second bill increases on the job training pay, setting ceilings to 325 for one dependent and 450 for two or more, while current single and married subsistence remain 65 and 90.
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Assailant Stabs Woman in Stomach in City Street
Police report a woman identified as Mary Jane des Serda was stabbed in the abdomen on Pecos Street near Santa Rosa Hospital. She was listed in serious condition at the hospital. The attacker was named by the victim as a man, and the case is under investigation.
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