Race track bill discussed at Austin house hearing
The Texas house affairs committee heard arguments on a bill proposed by Representative Pope to legalize and promote horse racing. Opponents warned of ramb ling and moral concerns while proponents claimed the measure would revive county fairs, boost breeding, and stimulate the racing industry with new revenue. W. D. Waggoner attended as a backer of the proposal.
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New Mentodene Cough Remedy Claims Fast Relief
An advertisement touts Mentodene as a quick cure for stubborn coughs. It claims the menthol based liquid, mixed with older healing ingredients, is ten times more effective than syrups and promises relief within hours with a money back guarantee if not fully better by morning.
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Letters From Readers on Employment and Schooling
To the Editor Joseph C. Conklin laments local discrimination and seeks San Antonio references amid scarce jobs. He criticizes tourist-driven city priorities over residents seeking stable livelihoods and home life. A second letter questions an ordinance amid unemployment, defending schooling for children and arguing drought-affected areas deserve schooling too.
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Race Track Gambling Bill Sparks Texas Debate
The bill would authorize a horse racing system with proceeds supporting fairs and stock exhibits. Leaders like Thomas B. Love and Cato Sells urged passage, predicting a veto from Governor Sterling who has opposed race track gambling. Pope cited Arlington petition support while Love warned of a race track political machine.
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Sun Change Aids Radios in Midwest Conference
Chicago Feb 13 Madison reception has improved two to five times this year as sun spots decrease delegates to the Mid West engineering conference heard QO H Caldwell writer of 9 techniques magazine note the 31 year sun spot cycle has run its course and reception is now almost as good as it was early in the era.
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H H. Caldswell
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