Texas Delegation In Congress Demonstrates Teamwork And Unity
Washington notes recount how six retiring Texas members displayed harmony despite policy rifts. The piece highlights friendships between Jeff McLemore and Cyclone Davis, broad respect for differing views, and coordinated moves that aided bills creating new judgeships in Texas, with future plans to honor Sam Houston.
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Washington, D. C
Texas
Jeff McLemore
Cyclone” Davis
Otler
Congress
Smith
el Paso
Duval
Vance
Stephens
Wichita Falls
Tenessee
Mississippi
Union
Sam Houston
Washington
General Sam Houston
Push for Red River headwaters forest reserve and Texas Ranger pensions
The text notes proposals including the Stephens bill to create a national forest reserve at the Red river headwaters in the Panhandle and another plan to grant federal pensions to Texas rangers who once guarded the border against Mexican incursions.
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Stephens
Red River
Panhandle
Texas Rangers
Texans to Receive 1861 Mail Carrier Claims
One hundred eighteen Texans or heirs are to collect about $50 000 from claims against the government for services from July 1 1860 to May 31 1861. Total Texas and other states payments reach $196 000 with specific inheritance rules and a 20 percent cap on attorneys fees included.
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Washington, D. C
Texas
Virginia
North Carolina
South Carolina
Georgia
Florida
Alabama
Mississippi
Arkansas
Louisiana
Kentucky
Missouri
Tennessee
Vardaman
Senate
Post Office Department
House
Press Reports Skeptical Over Italy Coal Famine Debate
Turin officials report the coal and sugar shortage worsens as German submarine warfare strikes. Alderman Depanis says England cannot supply enough coal. British promises fall far short due to ship shortages. Popolo d Italia denounces alarmist reports and urges suppressing hostile papers while claiming Germany will crush the allied powers before summer ends.
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Zurich
Italy
Stampa
Turin
Rome
Alderman Depanis
National Commission For Economic War Measures
England
Roumania
Popolo d'Italia
Germany
Popolo
Hindenburg
Russia
Mackensen
Bessarabia
Macedonia
Verdun
Navy Ready for War Sailor Sain Cleared Decks
Oliver S. Caldwell of Corpus Christi reports his son Herbert Caldwell a sailor on the Charleston at Cristobal Canal Zone says since the break with Germany the ship is kept in a state of preparedness for action. The Charleston was ordered to Guantanamo before the crisis but remains on duty at the Canal Zone with searchlights scanning the sea at night.
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Lee Christi
Corpus Cities
Tex
Oliver S. Caldwell
Herbert Caldwell
United States
Charleston
Cristobal
Canal Zone
Germany
Guantanamo
Cuba
Harlandale Bath Ad Promises Weight Gain
An old advertisement touts Harlandale Hot Sulphur Baths and a massage treatment to increase weight. The copy encourages riding the Harlandale South Flores streetcar to reach the facility and cites Hippocrates on rubbing as a growth aid.
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Hippocrates
Harlandale
South Flores
Walton D Hood Named Mayor Candidate in City Primaries
The Light announces Walton D Hood as a candidate for mayor in the upcoming city primaries and election. This political advertising notes Hood's bid and the campaign is authorized by The Light.
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Walton D. Hood
Burleson Shapes House Control Efforts in Congress
Postmaster General Burleson, a key Democratic adviser, has frequent visits to the House as the party seeks to organize the next Congress and a possible extra session. He met Socialist Rep Meyer London amid talks on patronage promises tied to post office appointments.
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Washington, D. C
Burleson
Congress
House of Representatives
Meyer London
New York
London
Urleson
The Quinine That Does Not Affect The Head Ad
An advertisement promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine claiming no nervousness or ringing in the head due to its ton's and laxative effect. It asserts only one Br oo Quinine with E. W. Grove signature on the box and a 25 cent price.
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E. W. Grove
Geo A Lowther Announces Candidacy for Commissioner
Geo A Lowther announces his bid for commissioner of police and fire at the upcoming municipal election and asks friends for support.
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Geo. A. Lowther
Society Calendar Highlights As City Clubs Meet
Social calendar lists Mu Nu Sigmas Parish Aid Baby Health Conference and many clubs meeting at the Gunter St Luke's parish and local venues. Dignowity Hill Travis Park and Alamo Mission groups host luncheons receptions and musical events with notices of upcoming recitals.
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Mu Nu Sigmas
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
Board of Managers of Baby Health
Malone Duggan
Dignowity Hill Circle
Travis Park Methodist Church
T. Biggs
Notable Guests at Local Social Event
The guest list featured Miss Alma Claridge Miss Julia Frederickson Miss Katie Mabel Rose Tuttle Jim mie Powers Minnie Gunn Lola Colosia Ethel Irwin along with Mr and Mrs M Tewes Frank Bonn George Beidecer John Franklin Frank Colosia Vernon Ledger Edward Foy Claude Fell Rowland Ledger Alden Meyers and Dewey Ledger.
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Alma Claridge
Julia Frederickson
Katie
Mabel
Rose Tuttle
Jimmie Powers
Minnie Gunn
Lola Colosia
Ethel Irwin
Captains Plan YWCA Fund Campaign Opening
The first meeting of campaign captains to raise the $50,000 debt on the YWCA building was held at the Association building. Ten-member teams start at a supper Friday March 1 at the Association cafeteria, Crockett and Losoya streets, with captains listed and business girls to rally Monday evening for instructions.
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Young Woman’s Christian Association
Association
Crockett and
Losoya
Marion Bliem
E. E. Dilley
F. L. Hillyer
Porter Lori
Fatal Accident Claims Life of Albert Garza
Albert Garza of 425 North Leona Street died after a car struck him on West Houston Street between Pecos and Leona. The 40 year old was injured when he stepped into the street. Frank Neri, the driver, was arrested for careless driving. He died at City Hospital after suffering a skull fracture and brain concussion.
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Albert Garza
Leona Street
City Hospital
Frank Neri
Garza
West Houston Street
Pecos
Leona Streets
Neri
J. Welch
Strayed Animals Find Reward Near Camp Wilson Texas
Draft mules and two horses stray from picket line near Camp Wilson Texas. Mules carry hoof numbers 749-a 385-E E-301 3099 H-187 2879 and two horses listed Delta 42 and an unnumbered dark bay weighing 1050 pounds and 15 hands high. Reward ten dollars per animal provided upon delivery to Depot Quartermaster Fort Sam Houston Texas.
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Camp Wilson
Texas
Depot Quartermaster
Fort Sam Houston
Estes Park Y M C A Conference lecture details
Morris N. Dillon will lecture at the Y M C A building on Monday night about the Estes Park conference. The event outlines the June start and summer programs including college men, missionary education, summer schools, Rural Pastors Institute and Christian Workers Conference with precise dates and a 500 acre site containing 75 buildings and cottages for 450 people.
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Morris N. Dillon
Estes Park
Missionary Education Movement
Christian Workers Conference
Estes Park Conference
Dillon
Rural Pastors’ Institute
Parrot Dispute Ends With Witty Janitor Joke
Mr Parrot wins over Mrs Parrott in a wall hanging dispute. Janitor Joseph drives nails on both sides to avoid future trips for the ladder. He quips the second nail saves him trouble tomorrow when the missus changes her mind.
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Mr. Parrot
Joseph
Crew quits Vigilancia in New York harbor strike
The American steamship Vigilancia anchored in the harbor unable to sail for Havre after most of her 45 crew deserted. The deck crew asked for a 75 percent wage rise and engine room workers for a 100 percent increase, but owners refused.
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New York
Vigilancia
Havre
Birthday Party Honoring Miss A. G. Stromke at 230 Carson Street
Miss A. G. Stromke celebrated her birthday with a Sunday afternoon gathering at her home 230 Carson Street. Guests enjoyed refreshments and games in a cordial social event.
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A. G. Stromke
Carson Street
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Appy Princess Theater
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Hearts and Sparks
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KC 407
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Crockett 1742
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