West Texas Congressmen Prepare Freight Rate Hearings
Three West Texas lawmakers plan hearings on discriminatory freight rates at the end of February. B R Tanner of the El Paso freight bureau will testify before Senate and House committees, representing West Texas and New Mexico interests. The delegation aims to press for a uniform rate and cites a telegraphic note about differing rates to New York from Uvalde and California shipments.
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Unidentified Mexican Woman Laughed Under Bridge Found Slain
Relatives of missing persons watched as deputies searched Leon Creek for clues after a slain unidentified Mexican woman was found under a Quintana Road bridge. The victim, about 22, was slashed at the throat and stabbed in the breast. Over 400 people viewed the body Tuesday.
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Rites Held for Sergeant Carr in San Antonio
Funeral services were held for Staff Sergeant James W. Carr at the Charvisy Vanaven chapel. Carr, 21, of the 61st Squadron, died Saturday in Derby Indiana. He joined the army February 3, 1918, served as a machine gunner, later in the flying service at Kelly Field. Survivors include wife Ser a Carr, daughter Gladys, son Tommy, mother Margaret Carr, and two brothers. Interment at National Cemetery.
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Plane sales by 15 defended in House debate
Washington February 16 The House defended sales of warplanes to foreign nations amid a contentious debate over foreign policy and the defense program. Gifford charged the United States risked becoming impotent by aiding England and France while Pace urged supporting those democracies to deter dictatorships. A German victory could threaten Bermuda, Pace warned. Also, Gainesville reported officer Pete Sorrow, 28, critically injured when he was thrown from his motorcycle while avoiding a truck.
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Weather summary for San Antofilo and nearby regions
Weather notes report warm trend into Wednesday night with increasing cloudiness Thursday and light to moderate variable winds. Highs near 72, with lows around 44 to 62, and widespread fair to warm conditions across East and West Texas, plus scattered data on humidity, rainfall, and moon phases.
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Women Poker Players Grow as Card Games Rule County
NewYork reports a rise in women poker players amid fears of change in card gaming culture. Manufacturers note more women participate, with averages showing 60 plus players at weekly games. Wildcat jokers and straight draws remain popular, while many regional games like Bonanza and Baseball attract varied players.
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Actor Richard Bennett Loses Thumb Suit over Hotel Door
Federal Judge dismisses a $100,000 suit by actor Richard Bennett against a New York hotel. Bennett claimed a carpenter crushed his left thumb when a door hinge jammed. He says the injury caused him to miss performances of On Borrowed Time and lose the role of Gramps to Dudley Digges.
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Chicago seeks to check flu in public schools
A February Chicago survey of public schools aimed to decide if closures were needed to curb influenza and other respiratory diseases. Last week a survey found 100000 pupils and 1200 teachers absent. Superintendent William H. Johnson among the affected. City high schools and many elementary schools were temporarily suspended as illness spread and more than 700 policemen were off duty.
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Snowstorm Hampers Search for Flier Roy Shreck
A snowstorm hindered the search for aviator Roy Shreck who vanished after taking off from BFOKANE early Sunday. Authorities feared the veteran flyer, who has made several forced landings in the past three years, may be stranded in Idaho mountains while weather reports hinder rescue efforts.
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Five indicted in Washington tax case racketeering scheme
February 6 report states Emmitt Warring and deputy Emmitt Warring pled guilty to a contempt charge and await sentence. Other two suspended deputies face ongoing inquiries as juries deadlocked and prosecutors seek final action.
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Controversial Teachers Oath Repeal Debate Highlighted
A fragmented notice cites discussion on repealing a teachers oath and the push to require allegiance to federal and state constitutions under dismissal penalties. It references advocacy events and a call to action for job seekers at a Broadway venue offering quick opportunities.
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