Democracy at Houston convention tested by withdrawals
The Kansas City and Houston gatherings symbolized democracy in action as Governor Albert C. Ritchie withdraws from the presidential race and urges Maryland’s delegation to back Governor Smith of New York. His appeal for party unity aims to solidify Democratic chances in the fall, while observers ponder the effect on other candidates and the party’s future.
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Mail Robbery at Home Trust Offices During Republican Convention
A fragmented report recalls eight men robbing Home Trust Company offices near Convention Hall in Kansas City during the Republican convention. The piece hints at Hoover demonstrations and broader political tensions while noting limited rainfall remarks and industry interests shaping events.
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Mrs Jacob Reeder Visits Pottenberger Home
Mrs. Jacob Reeder is at the home of Mr. Alvey Pottenberger while his wife is at the Washington County location. The fragment notes household visit context without specifying further details or dates.
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Jacob Reeder
Alvey Pottenberger
Washington County
Clem Shaver Real Head of Democratic Committee
Washington June 21 Clem Shaver of Fairmont West Virginia is credited with uniting and funding the Democratic Party ahead of the next election He secured debt relief funding and backed key figures like Jesse Jones Claude G Bowers and Senator Joe Robinson to lead the convention toward harmony The piece credits his behind the scenes work with revitalizing the party and guiding the convention to a peaceful agenda without a destructive factional showdown
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Fairmont
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Houston
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Angel
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Shaver
Joe Robinson
Arkansas
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Smith
Tom Heflin
Senate
Murder Mystery of Two Dead Babes in Martin Home
A poem narrates a murder mystery describing two infant victims found dead near a Martin home. A passerby discovers the bodies as a mysterious assailant remains unidentified. The speaker cannot determine the culprit or motive, suggesting a killer on the loose and defying detectives.
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The Midnight Audition Sparks Broadway Feel in New York
In New York the year round resident seeks novelty as midnight auditions replace daytime tryouts. Radio mania sweeps Manhattan with thousands listening, buying sets, and sharing tales of discovery and street radio markets, while contrasts between rich and struggling performers unfold.
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Houston Street
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Houston
Tumor And Cancer Basics Distinguish Benign from Malignant Growths
The article explains that a benign tumor grows in one spot and is controllable by removal, while malignant cancer spreads quickly, attacks nearby tissues, and can travel to other body parts, making life-threatening outcomes possible. Early skin cancers respond to treatment, but delays worsen prognosis.
Rich Brother and Poor Kin Clash Over Help
In a 1928 NEA Service vignette, a prospering kin refuses contact with impoverished relatives until a dramatic phone call to the brother's office leads to a tense conversation. Ed identifies himself and recalls meeting at their father’s house, sparking a fragile attempt at connection.
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Gilbert Swan
NEA Service, Inc
New Attitude By Olive Roberts on Modern Commencement
In a high school ceremony two mothers share nerves and relief as their children face the stage. They compare notes on their kids speeches and remark on a shift from family pride to a more contemporary, independent approach to graduation and achievement.
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Katherine
William
Passing the indignation stage fuels pride and awe
The remark notes a shift from anger to amazement as the prevailing mood, highlighting pride in the moment. It frames the transition as fitting and inevitable, suggesting collective recognition of progress and achievement. No specific people or events are named in the readable text.
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Associated
Found Not Guilty In Juvenile Court Case Near Baytown
Hubert Irvin was found not guilty by Justice H. E. Snyder in juvenile court yesterday afternoon. He had been charged with contributing to the delinquency of minors for allegedly having three young girls in a barn near Baytown, but the evidence was insufficient to convict.
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H. E.snyder
Irvin
Baytown
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