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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1944

Page

3

GOP Presidential Visits Expand in Texas Roundup

A Republican political roundup notes plans for three more GOP presidential figures to visit Texas ahead of a state convention. The article cites Governor John W. Bricker of Ohio and Mrs. Melis describing possible attendees, including Tom Dewey and Earl Warren, plus a northern governor whose name is not yet revealed. It discusses Dallas as a central hub for events and the likely extension of delegates to the Chicago convention, with committee leadership and upcoming selections for party posts and new members.

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Carter's Little Liver Pills Digestive Aid Pitch

A dated ad copy promotes Carter's Little Liver Pills as a fast digestive aid. It touts relief from indigestion and upset stomach, urging readers to try the product for quicker comfort and better digestion.

Ana Bette Carter

Legislators Back Special Session for Soldier Voting

Bexar and Texas lawmakers express strong support for immediate special session to allow soldiers, guardsmen, and others in the armed forces to vote in the 1944 election by remitting poll taxes or enabling constitutional means. Delegates cite precedent from 1918-19 and note constitutional and practical hurdles for regular army voting.

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Davis Climbs In Louisiana Election

In New Orleans on January 19 Jim Davis, public service commissioner and songwriter, gains in the Democratic gubernatorial primary as returns come in from parishes. Morgan leads early. Long-backed candidates surge, with Morgan at 63,208 and Davis at 55,398 as final tallies from 167 precincts show Long ahead in the lieutenant governor race and other figures listed for Margison and various state and local officials.

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Texas Vocation Group Honors Two Officials

Mrs. Bess H Stratton and Mrs. Charles R Allen were elected vice presidents of the Texas Vocational association in a Wednesday announcement by retiring president CE Troute. Stratton coordinates business education for San Antonio part time and evening schools while Allen teaches at San Antonio Tech High School.

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Mauermann Receives Political Visitors at City Hall

Mayor Gus Mauermann hosted two visitors on Wednesday with political aims. District Judge C. K. Quin, a former mayor, discussed the upcoming San Antonio housing authority board appointments. February Sem Newton announced his candidacy for the office of the Peace Bat Corrigan's.

Gus &. Mauermann C. K. Quin San Antonio Housing Authority Board Sem Newton Corrigan

GOP Takes 2 House Seats in Pennsylvanian Special Elections

Republicans secured two additional House seats after wins in Pennsylvania’s 2nd and 37th districts. Joseph M. Pratt led over William A. Barrett in the 2nd district, with results from 363 of 464 divisions. Samuel K. McConnell Jr. defeated Marvin B. Brunner in Montgomery County’s 37th district, giving McConnell a 16,254 vote plurality and boosting GOP House tally to 217 seats with minor party and independent members remaining.

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Bricker Receives Warm Welcome on Southwest Campaign

Governor John W. Bricker praised for strong reception in Oklahoma Texas and Dallas as he wrapped his first national campaign swing. He noted anti Roosevelt sentiment among farmers and business leaders, and discussed inviting Earl Warren and possibly Dewey to Texas to rally GOP support for a hoped presidential bid.

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