Famous War Session Adjourns as La Follette Attacks Critics
The wartime session closes with Senators La Follette and Robinson trading barbs over loyalty, German influence, and free speech. Robinson says supporters must back the President and flag, while La Follette accuses pro German sympathizers of seditious activity and demands clear wartime aims.
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Wellin
Heflin
la Foliette Ocean
Con“orled la Follette
Pilent
Jeltig
Cd Kobe Incaimininicada
Sel Heners Univaved
Wisconsin
Equipment and Furniture Boost Worker Efficiency
A writer notes the impact of his UFfie equipment and chair on nightly work. He credits a swiveling chair and a practical setup for improved efficiency, saying it outperforms a month of study. The piece adds that prices are affordable.
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Congressmen to Texas for Liberty Loan speeches
Texas congressmen begin exodus to their home districts to urge liberal subscriptions to the Liberty Loan. Garner departs for San Antonio then Uvalde for a day, with others to follow in coming days. Senator Sheppard leaves for Omaha to attend Woodmen of the World meeting then returns to Washington before visiting army camps in San Antonio Fort Worth Waco Houston. Culberson plans a low profile for seven weeks leading to the session.
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Legam
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Uvalde
Liberty Loan
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Omani
Neb
Corimon Council
Woodmen of the World
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Waca
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Sonntor Culberson
Mide
Lambert Rescues Boy From Wagoneer Stall
A 2 year old boy was riding as a passenger on a buggy when it veered from Millacy Pinas and nearly collided with a tram. Lambert, with companions, restrained the horse, saved the child, and driven the buggy back toward town. The older horseman had briefly left the child unattended before the incident.
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Pershing Popular Here as War Chief Named
The article notes General John J. Pershing and General Bliss arriving in Washington with consent of the Senate to take high commands in the army. It mentions that both led the Southern Department previously and that Pershing is to receive instructions as war manager of the American overseas forces. The position carries a $10,000 salary.
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Sueridan
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Ayana Xakiery
Grand Jury to probe alleged unit trust next week
Attorney General Brondiago said the grand jury will investigate the alleged unit trust with offices raided by Mille Doatucs Angoetation. Assistant District Attorney Wilkerson, returning from Washington, will lead the inquiry, with UK Assistant Woundidge Indented involved. Wilkerson previously secured the 329,000,000 fine against the Weber We Shandon Goarpany.
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Conity Grand Jury
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Unit Trust
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Insiancs
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Grand Jury
Wilkerson Raturna
Waslington
Woundidge
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Goarpany
School Wend Apportioned in Texas Notice
Austin, Oct. 6. West District superintendent of public instruction announces the apportionment plan for the fall term as schools prepare for October. Officials urge districts to review allocations and funding impacts amid changes in state guidance and enrollment.
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Gotaber
Kelly Field Admirals Swim And Cup Victory At Soledad
Kelly Field’s agvatte team dominated the Army VY, Wi 4 A meet at the Soledad aquatic facility, scoring 54 points to outpace Camp Travis and Fort Sam Houston. Aurelius, Kelly Field captain, starred with multiple wins including the high dive, while Mitchell also impressed in four events. Officials from Army and M.C.A. praised the meet as a success despite shallow depth in some events.
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American Dr. German Speech Sparks Patriotism Debate
New York on October 6, T. T. O'Connor announced his appearance for the National Security League campaign on education and patriotism. An Irish nationalist warned the choice facing America is between pro German or pro American, urging unity among British power supporters to influence intervention.
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National Security Leagué
McAdoo to Visit San Antonio This Month
WASHINGTON Oct 6. Hearstrey McAdoo will visit San Antonio in his third tour. He telegraphed Senator Sheppard. The corridor of Commerce representatives wired Secretary McAdoo asking for a San Antonio visit this month. He replied this was imperative because of prior events.
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Yomere
Wisconsin
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Vomarrow
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Heerethry McAdoo
San Antonio
Sheppard
Dug Ioura Bradley
Cine Dor of Commerce
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Steamship line adds two vessels boosting New York Galveston service
The steamship company announces two new ships, EF Capitan and El Admiraste, joining the coastwise fleet to raise capacity to ninety percent of normal and enabling resumed thrice weekly calls between New York and Galveston. Also notes that many wartime vessels were requisitioned but some lines have returned to owner operation.
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Seeley Moves To New Office For Children Relief Work
Seeley moves back to a new office in a chosen building to continue relief work for children and provide protection. The public is invited to send messages and support to aid the charity’s outreach and services.
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Cotton Seed Inquiry Probes Price Fixing in Texas
An Austin inquiry by the Attorney General into cotton seed pricing seeks evidence of anti trust violations. Readiness to obtain material aims to reveal whether conspiracies to fix prices existed among producers and distributors in the cotton seed market.
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Texas States Surplus Crop Report From Agriculture Dept
The State Department of Agriculture reports ample feed and surplus crops across the region. Director W. Cole notes inquiries to agriculture states show most report a considerable surplus, with some to spare for domestic use and export.
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Chaplain Bill Signed Awaiting Senate Approval
President Wilko signed the chaplain bill during the closing hours of Congress. Senator Sheppard and Hensal witnessed the signing and received the ceremonial pen as the measure became law.
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Canada shipyards busy in steel and wooden vessel builds
The report notes Canada shipyards in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia advancing both steel and wooden ships. Six steamers under construction are noted at Debelon and Montrealt, with several more contracts and multiple shipways active across the provinces as industries ramp up.
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Shipbuilding boom lifts Canadian coast trade stimulus
The article details numerous steamers and tankers across Shelburne WS Port Arthur and Toronto, with 26 or more vessels listed in sizes from 420 to 7993 tons. It projects a total shipbuilding program costing about 160 million dollars and notes labor shortages, novice yards, and wage pressures as core challenges.
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