Tax plan faces last hurdles in Texas legislature
June 18 Austin. The state senate moves into final three days of its session as a proposed two percent general sales tax nears fate amid House opposition. Governor O Daniel threatens vetoes on appropriations if the sales tax fails, citing a 12 million dollar general fund deficit and potential 30.6 million growth without new revenue. Salon criticizes the veto threats as pressuring legislators. Legislative foes say supporters are aided by corporate lobbyists seeking social security tax relief.
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Bee Brand Insect Powder Ad Cites Roach and Ant Killer
An old newspaper ad touts Bee Brand Insect Powder to eradicate roaches and ants and other crawling pests. It claims quick results with a money back offer, lists product sizes, and mentions additional items like Bee Brand Spray and powder applications for cracks, walls, and floors.
Whalen Praises New York World's Fair Record
Grover A. Whalen, president of the fair, calls the 155 million exposition highly satisfactory with a few kinks fixed. Through June 15 attendance reached 8,087,695 with 852,251 paid admissions, and officials expect a final turnout around 41 to 60 million while keeping the 75 cent admission.
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Kiwanis International Convention Sees Government Focus
Five thousand delegates at Kiwanis International's annual convention in Boston hear H G Hatfield of Oklahoma City urge greater interest in government policies and trends. He argues legitimate business must work with government to support functions and that government must protect business for expansion and prosperity.
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Autopsy Sought In Boy Death After Grayson Street Incident
Judge Raymond Gerhardt ordered an autopsy to determine Perry Cunningham's cause of death after he died en route to Robert H. Green Hospital. Cunningham, 16, was injured in a Saturday incident in the 000 block of West Grayson Street. Three people were detained in connection with the fight.
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Governor Nominates State Canal and Blind Commission Members
Governor W Lee O Daniel sent appointments to the Senate for confirmation to the state commission for the blind and the San Antonio river canal and conservancy district. James A Boddeker of Galveston named chairman of the blind commission joined by B S Payne of Carthage and W H Early of Waco. The river district terms go to J O Merjebant Floresville Reagan Houst on San Antonio and B G McGimsey San Antonio.
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Missing Jurors Sought by Sheriff
Sheriff W. Wood Mondey hunted for 19 jurors who failed to show in Fifty-seventh District Court. Some were summoned last September and had been excused with instructions to report Monday.
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Senate backs Pappy in vote in Texas
In Austin today the Texas Senate formally expressed confidence in Governor W. Lee O.Daniel after a heated session following his Sunday radio speech. Critics, including Rep. T. G. Piner, accused him of telling house members that he would let the old people have crumbs from special interests. The dispute highlighted tensions between the governor and lawmakers over influence and integrity.
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Socialist Leader Norman Thomas Sees Roosevelt Third Term Hope
Norman Thomas, three time Socialist presidential nominee, said in Los Angeles that Roosevelt may seek a third term. He warned fascism could grow stronger after the 1940 elections amid unemployment and a lingering nationwide mood during a Socialist gathering on Facing Fascism.
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Trapeze Artist Falls 104 Feet to Death in Seattle
A 25 year old Los Angeles trapeze performer, Liber, died after tumbling 104 feet during the final act of a carnival in Seattle. His three colleagues in the trapeze group were present as the tragedy occurred, causing shock in the crowd before rescue efforts.
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Townsend Urges Radio Appeal for Pension Plan
Dr. Francis E. Townsend urged Indianapolis leaders at the townsend convention to back a nationwide radio program raising 200000 a year for three 15 minute broadcasts weekly. Each member would contribute a penny daily to fund the plan, aimed at recruiting support to pressure Democrats or Republicans.
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Secretary Compares FDR Hoover Outlay in Memo
Lawrence Richey, secretary to former President Hoover, issued a memorandum comparing deficits of the Hoover and Roosevelt administrations. He found Roosevelt's deficit at 20.267 billion dollars and Hoover's at 4.081 billion, saying the figures clarify the unclear relationship between the two fiscal periods.
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Fire destroys multiple buildings in St Pierre fire
A large blaze struck St Pierre in St Pierre and Miquelon on June 18 destroying three government buildings seven stores and two warehouses. The Canadian Press reports the fire swept through Bb Pierre causing extensive damage with authorities investigating the cause. No injuries were immediately reported.
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