House Votes to Censure Texan for His Words
Washington Oct 28. Thomas L. Blwwleit a Southern Democrat was censured by Speaker Gillett after a near two hour debate over an obscene remark in the Congressional Record. Blwwleit, publicly reprimanded, walked out in tears amid hostile applause and fainting fears he would be expelled. The vote was eight to zero with mixed reactions from members.
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Blanton confrontation over undelivered speech in House
The House debated Rep Blanton’s unpublished undelivered speech and planned printing. Republicans urged reprimand while Blanton argued its publication was just. The vote to expel him failed. 204 to 119 backed continuing his seat as tensions rose and Blanton exited in distress.
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Prohibition Enforcement Message From Military Official
A garbled wartime document quotes a military official urging strict cooperation with law enforcement to enforce the eighteenth amendment. It mentions arrests, vigilance, and coordination with United States attorneys and governors, stressing readiness to act against violators and lines of command for enforcement agencies.
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Old Settlers Day Joyously Observed at Bee County Fair
Old settlers of Southwest Texas gathered at Bee County Fair for the tenth exposition. The event featured a welcome by Mya Bates, a morning program directed by Mrs. H. McKnney, and performances by grandmothers and children. Fiddling contests, dancing, races, bronco busting, and a football game between Corpus Christi and Booville high schools highlighted the afternoon. Children admitted free as county schools participate in Children’s Day events.
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Trias Cangropatinon conference birthes report funds
The thirty eighth world dual conference of Trias Cangropatinon birthes heard goals for better education, welfare, and spiritual growth. More than $14,000 was subscribed by Texas conference churches for missionary work, according to Dr. Thomas H. Havyer.
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Highway aid bill moves through Congress for Texas and states
Congress debates approval of 377 million for highway construction and continuation of policy. House and Senate action expected to finalize funding while concerns about state participation and improvement districts linger amid ongoing wartime economic controls. Early report notes committee and conference steps target a early passage.
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