Senate and House clash over prohibition in Congress
Washington Jan 10 The Senate and House factions split over prohibition as Democrats push a plan to empower Congress to ban saloons while Republicans urge restraint. Speaker Garner opposes bringing the measure to a vote on suspension of rules and signals possible deadlock, with Rainey and other leaders signaling a tough fight and possible support for partial repeal or modification.
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Senator to Seek Convention Votes in New Mexico Case
Senator Bratton of New Mexico plans a campaign on the senate floor to push for ratification by state conventions rather than the legislature for the pending prohibition repeal resolution. The judiciary committee reported favorably but rejected the measure yesterday by 6 to 8.
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Renaldo May Face Deportation After Conviction
Duncan Renaldo once a leading screen figure may escape two years in prison and a $2000 fine through deportation after a federal court sentenced him for making false statements to obtain an African passport for filming The Jungle Picture. Immigration officials seek his removal to Romania, his claimed native land, though he cites Camden, New Jersey, as birthplace.
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Bride of Young Mathewson Buried
Mrs Christpher Mathewson Jr formerly Margaret Sbillits of Philadelphia was buried after dying in a plane crash two weeks after her wedding. Christy Mathewson Jr son of the former New York Giants pitcher was seriously injured and hospitalized.
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Dean of Senate Begins 72nd Year in Office
The Dean of Senate marks the 72nd year in office as the body welcomes its new term. Members note the long tenure of the elder statesman and acknowledge continued service amid a changing political landscape.
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New Quick Way To Tint Underithings
A novel dye product promises fast permanent tinting in minutes. Featuring a patented ingredient, the Rit Imperia system saturates fibers quickly, avoiding soap-distalves and delivering wet-clear colors in about 40 seconds.
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Texas Shorthowne Take Show Ribbons at Ognes Live Stock Show
Ognes stock show highlights as Junior champions are awarded. Entries from Midlothian and Divide Creek win in breed classes with exhibitors Singleton Janna and Wer Allen Ghtle noted. Prizes include grand champion and senior awards amid Dutchess Glass attendance.
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Woodhull Proposes Abolish Iffce Inspector Post
Judge Judea Frost urges county commissioners to abolish the inspector and deputy sheriff positions in Woodhull’s term to save about 1000 dollars. A plan will be studied by Carnmnlgtower, Thomas H. Abbott, and M. G. Boydwell before action. Also floated is transferring duties to Tax Collector Maury Mayerick’s office and eliminating timekeepers on highway projects. Annie Poor currently holds the inspector post, earning 575 dollars monthly.
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Halloran Awaits Court Ruling On Jury Transcript
In PhoenixArizona January preliminary ruling sought to determine if John J Balloren a Phoenix Jumbarman may be a copy of the grand jury trial script used in the murder case. Halloran faces indictment after Mrs Winnie Ruth Judd testified about the slayings of Mrs Agnes Rome LeRoy and Mrs Hedvig Sam-Welson who is to be hanged February 17.
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Finger Prints on Smashed Window Lead 10 Arrests
Finger prints on a smashed shop window led to the arrest of a 25 year old Mexican ex convict on Tuesday. Detectives A G Lankfordt and J F Leonard seized him on Nath Frie street. He bore a fresh wound on the finger and is linked to a series of window robberies causing heavy glass damage in the city. Police reports indicate 40 to 60 windows have been broken in recent months with lighter loot.
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Defendant Freed in Rum Law Case
Alejandro Riojas was acquitted by a Federal District court jury after a two hour trial. The case involved allegations tied to rum law enforcement. Defense counsel Leonard Brown argued reasonable doubt, while witnesses differed on key facts. Thursday's proceedings concluded with an unclear sentencing note for Taio Gonzales.
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Governor commutes execution in Wenthoff murder case
In Refugio County, Guadalupe Garza was sentenced to death for the J. R. Wenthoff murder but received executive clemency from Governor Ross Sterling. Garza’s sentence was commuted to imprisonment late yesterday, with execution scheduled shortly after midnight this morning.
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Exports Exceed Prewar Average Despite Shortfall
American farm exports in November reached 120 percent of prewar levels, according to the Agriculture Department. Without certain commodities, exports would have been about 114 percent of prewar. The report notes November 1931 figures amid broader economic context.
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Lull Reported in Thieves Activities In City
Police deputy han antonly logged a lull in thefts Tuesday morning as multiple residents reported losses. Mrs. D Dobos lost a diamond ring from 1913 ast Commerce stead. Mrs Della Kelly 430 South Flores reported handbag and clothing. B P Bulligan hotel guest claimed 8 qwalch and 2.40 dollars. W H Richey 111 Washington Rhreel was robbed of 9 blestket and goods. Mark Dounson at 823 West Tings highway reported 23 dollars missing from home. Ariscoe school at Booth Flores and Onesiano streets reported candy and valentines stolen valued at 16 dollars.
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City Machine Prepares For Campaign
City political forces are lining up for a campaign to be ready by summer with Jack Negi tipped as probable successor to Mayor C. M. Disibess. The campaign could influence the four commissioner posts as incumbents seek re election and two are expected to run. Park Commissioner Jane Rubigla faces opposition while Frank Bushick and Liepret gain support. Mayor Chambers plans to enter the race and says the city machine is stronger this year than in recent elections.
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Typhoid fight progresses with medical team effort
A corps of doctors and nurses aided by a Red Cross representative worked overtime to check typhoid spread. Progress was reported today as doctors completed most vaccinations for the population of Ton0 with nearly 300 people affected.
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Leathernecks Leave Wednesday Night Ad Time
Classified ads offer furniture and miscellaneous articles for sale in The Light with exceptional value and early bird savings. Ads appear in the Wednesday night edition, inviting broad readership and quick listings.
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