Return from long day as legislators tour prison farms
WASHINGTON Jan 2 Wonry after a long day of touring through the prison system, members of the Whyxies sepilature visited the Goree and Wurgye farms near Cutsville. They saw crowded conditions and heard pleas for more recreational facilities and tighter fencing to protect inmates and staff.
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Wouston
Te Whyxies Sepilature
Prisons Committee
Wil AB
Ste
Halton
Etaly
Aunteville
Hunteville
Walla
A. I Cheopul
Farinstel
Wurgyey Instham
Goree Farma
Utsville
Goree Farm
G. J. Dield
Ze Heid
Iter
F. Milley
Voting Machines Bill Drawn in Senate for Cities
A bill drafted in the Senate would require cities over 100000 population to use voting machines in all elections. Senators A J Wirte and Julian Dy Greer of Ache tng sponsor the measure which awaits approval by the secretary of state. The machines would be used by the first of next year and aim to address alleged irregularities.
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International Neve Service
Austin
A. J. Wirte Vf Eguin
Julian Dy Greer
Ache Tng
Toilay
Secretary of State
Abcling
Wnu
Jsymne
Drmieruk
Tennessee
Tegresentative Edwards
Georgia
Plive Nok
Woail
Hopub View
Indiana
T Am
Treasury
Nthicum
Carriers Petition For Cancellation Of Maximum Rate
A petition was filed with the railroad commission by carriers seeking cancellation of existing rates and establishment of new rates for ten pounds per day. The commission noted the petition and set February 12 for the entry of further action.
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Austin
Prtitinn Wan
Rellroad Commission
Commis
Rites Sunday For Mrs. Emma Gerbie
Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Gerbie will be held Sunday at St John’s Lutheran Church Linley following her death Friday at her home 1802 Fredericksburg. The service conducted by Rev A Ty Walls will honor three daughters Mrs L Moe sel Mrs Arthur Gunther and Miss Wraig Gerbie two sons TL Jy Gertie and others. Surviving relatives include her husband Merklin and several siblings.
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Ennaethic
Fredericksburg
Merviera
A. Ty. Walls
St John'a
Linley
Legislature studies five issues of statewide importance
Austin reports five dominant issues for the legislature as it nears the fourth and busiest week. Highways, public utilities, prison system reforms, the liquor question, and election contest queries will receive focus. Committees prepare plans and await reconvening sessions to push bond measures and regulatory reforms amid hearings and investigations.
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Austin
Buure
Howe
Peison Systen
Gousten
Avelio
Sate Board of Control
Senate
Mcbnvlune
Texas
Control Board
Legislative
Convieta Tho
Cenlan Barel
Prohibition Policy Debates Split Over Education and Enforcement
A Washington debate centers on how to implement Prohibition with education campaigns or rapid enforcement. Key figures like Secretary Mellon and anti alcohol groups clash over funding, surveys, and new guards, while talks await President Hoover's administration shift.
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Tronaurs Mellon
Gente
Vitat Dattoit
Customa Hirenu
Metlon
Treasury
Const
Pune
Wacklow
Melton
Prohibition
A. Tingne
Toover
Mellon Gains Support From Wet Leader in Prohibition Fight
The article reports that Linthicum of Maryland and other Democratic and Republican leaders align against a $24 million deficiency for prohibition enforcement. Plans to block the amendment were discussed as Congress mulls sending the measure to conference, with key votes expected next week.
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Mellon
Telm
Rentury 3
Hie Lodlay
Unii
Representative
Linthicum
Maryland
House
Congress
Bloc
Ali Fon
Hoover fishing trip frames plan for southern patronage
Lerbert Uenver reports Hoover and aides in Florida fishing on Long Key as Hoover plans his inaugural speech in Washington. Colonel Mann and Donovan discussed southern patronage and Republican strategy, focusing on white readership and the future of regional organization.
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Jaunal
Mmamy Weach
Fla
Lerbert Uenver
Tony
Stelle Isle
Famumm
Mike
Hoover
Indies
Mr. Hoover
Long Key
Keys
Grpitol Plaza
Tornee A. Mann
Solow Mann
Fortune
Putomnar
Ixity
Virginia
North Garstina
Sal Warida
Tennessee
Industria Livls
Mann
South
VSP Eat
G. C. de Scully
Minhert
Work
Iso
Dyunovan Strong
Anoffice Aller
Cal Willian J. Donovan
Attocney
Noover
AL Smith
New York
Sarna
Miami
Arm Bills Rest by House
The House committee reviewed several measures tied to rival legislative topics. Bills include a near two year appointed commission to oversee cotton policy and agricultural issues with a governor appointed trio serving without pay.
Watchman shoots boy at gate during boxing bout
A watchman shot an 18 year old youth named Tweedey as he and companions tried to crash the gate to boxing bouts last night. Police report say the shot occurred as the group attempted entry at a club door. The wounded youth was taken for treatment and the incident is under investigation.
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Ida
Wiliam BR. MyWii
George Tiweedey
Tweedey
Men charged after Chicago jail slip leads to vagrancy probe
Two men from Chicago were jailed on vagrancy charges after being found with fake stage money and cash, including several checks. Joy Mitrur, a special investigator, and others tied the case to three locations and questioned additional suspects as investigators searched for further evidence.
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O& Walter
Coummend
Ben Ording
Chicago
Siurany
Joy Mitrur
Chambers
Moody Grants Furloughs Amid Prohibition Violation Case
Governor Pan ATeaily orders furloughs for two inmates amid a breach of prohibition law. The action follows local court decisions with one inmate named Margraves receiving a short furlough to care for dependents, while others face continued confinement.
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Austin
Dan
Pan Ateaily
Benth Caity
League Backs Bill Granting Married Women Rights
A Texas legislative hearing in Austin heard testimony on a bill to grant unmarried women the right to enter certain facilities and make decisions amid the ongoing debate on women’s rights. Attorney Mia Sarah Mupghes argued current laws restrict unmarried women, asserting they deserve equal access and autonomy.
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Austin
Tan
Texas Teagu
Haven Pl
Mia
Sarah Mupghes
Dadlve
Anil
Alpine Post Office Reports Gains in 1027 Receipts
The Alpine post office reports a 15 percent rise in receipts for the year ending December 21, 1027, with total receipts near seven thousand two hundred twenty dollars. The gain reflects reductions in certain mail classes and a higher second class rate taking effect earlier in the year.
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Awine
Tao
Alpine
Te Alpine Post Office
Anne
Turney
Alpiti
Teast
Oil Operators to Appear Before House Committee
AUSTIN Jan 26 One principal committee hearing before the Texas house will feature the federal relations group with several independent oil operators slated to testify. The meeting relates to a joint resolution by Rep A. Carding of Fort Worth seeking Congress to authorize a reconsideration of prosecutions of Texas independent oil operators by federal authorities.
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Austin
House Monlay
Federal Relations Group
A. 2. Carding
Wart Worth
Congress
Texas
Anti Evolution Bill To Be Debated In House
The anti evolution bill is slated for floor discussion next week with a favorable minority committee report. Debate centers on forcing teaching of creationism in state supported schools and notes the bill's contentious scrutiny and printing order.
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Teanard Wlotson
Moody, Highway Committee
Westbrook
Sone Ut
Gayethos Din Moody
Kidisburg
Genernd Duy
Governor's Office
Ecgl
Universit Ot Eesns Bank
Regents
Sensity md Snes
Universite Mineral
Inds
Due
Moore
Greenville
Austen
Tam
Renarl
Gin Bottles and Labels Destroyed in Prohibition Raid
Federal officers yesterday destroyed a large quantity of gin Tabres and horses and wrappers and bottles for other brands as evidence in liquor law violation cases. The purge occurred in the federal court district, with many brands including Aquayalan liquor seized for prosecution.
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Corps Cnmistt Tan
Unknown Man Brav es Bullets to Start Blaze
An unidentified man attempted to start a fire at a residence on Lanteaster involving Mrs Susie Tine. Police report a prowler seen during a prior visit. a pursuit by Loknn's son and Verter Dh Thos followed. Investigators describe a disturbance linked to a print irregularity and the phrase io wave found on a panel.
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Dulles
Susie Tinegin
Oonkinown
Ales
Loknn
Ot Dywsen
Verter
Bnei
Defer Ruling on Land Case Involving University Regents
In Austin on January 26 the hearing on permanent injunction against J. T. Robbow and others, joined by the university regents, was completed. Judge Moorees reserved ruling to study and review testimony and testimony. The court will advise on the live mid review and condition of the case.
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Austin
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