Card of Thanks from J H Waggoner to Grayson County voters
J H Waggoner expresses gratitude to Whitewright and nearby communities for strong votes in last Saturday’s ballot. He notes Kentuckytown 37 to 0, Collinsville 216 to 70, Gordonville 125 to 41, Van Alstyne 194 to 134, with Denison and Sherman also favorable. He reports a total majority of 2778 and thanks those who helped, especially in person with mobile efforts.
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Whitewright
Kentuckytown
Grayson County
Bethel
Pilot Grove
Ida
Bells
Tom Bean
Collinsville
Gordonville
Grayson
van Alstyne
Denison
Sherman
J. H. Waggoner
Whitewright notices and community commentary from 1930s era paper
Public notices warn admission fees apply to entertainments and memorials will be charged. Local editor praises Kentuckytown after a 37 to 0 election victory. A Denison Chamber group will perform a free program in Whitewright with Lloyd Moore directing. Cotton loan policy discussed with balanced praise and caveats, amid market carryover concerns.
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Denison
Government loan price for cotton questioned by Talley
The article discusses cotton prices and growing conditions affecting the market. Lynn P. Talley, head of the Commodity Credit Corporation, says the government earmark of 12 cents per pound for cotton loans sets a floor rather than a ceiling. With a short crop, prices may rise above 12 cents. with normal output, his assertion could be open to debate.
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Commodity Credit Corporation
Old Farm Board
Dallas Journal
Grouth
Lynn P. Talley
Talley
World aims to sell shorter hours to global markets
Washington reports the push to spread the United States led NRA code rule of shorter workweeks worldwide. Proponents argue lower hours raise costs, boost leisure, and encourage global consumption, while skeptics expect mixed results with regions like Japan and Europe.
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Washington
United States
America
Africa
Tropic Islands
Sea
South America
Japan
China
Europe
Dallas Journal
Wet Hat Removal Saves Hiker From Lightning
Earl W. Stauffer survived a Bald Mountain lightning strike after removing his wet hat while seeking shelter. Struck across both shoulders and down the body, the shock tore his trouser leg and shoe, leaving him unconscious for about an hour before fellow hikers found him wandering and delirious.
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Salt Lake City
Utah
Earl W. Stauffer
Bald Mountain
Sterling Staging Comeback in Oil
Ross Sterling, once poor after leaving governor’s office, is back atop a millio n dollar enterprise as Miramar Oil reorganizes into Sterling Oil and Refining Company with Sterling as general manager and son Walter G Sterling as president. Assets total $1,033,181 across 22 stockholders. Sterling helped found Humble Oil and Refining Company.
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Austin
Ross Sterling
Texas
Secretary of State
Miramar Oil Company
Sterling
Sterling Oil and Refining Company
Walter G. Sterling
Humble Oil and Refining Company
Grayson County Commissioners Change Hands After Elections
In Grayson County Democratic primaries and runoffs, all four incumbent commissioners were defeated, except Judge Jake J. Loy who was re-elected county judge. Precinct No. 2 saw John Washburn lose to S. B. Vaughan, and Precinct No. 1’s Perry Waldrop fell in the first primary. Runoffs toppled H. Mc Adams over E. C. Looney, and C. C. Cannon was defeated by Clayton Flanery.
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Jake J. Loy
Grayson County
Whitewright
John Washburn
S. B. Vaughan
Denison
Perry Waldrop
H. McAdams
Gordonville
E. C. Looney
Pottsboro
C. C. Cannon
Tioga
Clayton Flanery
Gunter
Easy To Beat Me Says Ferguson On Ballot
Former Gov James E Ferguson declared that opponents beat him when his name isn’t on the ballot after James V Allred’s gubernatorial run off nomination. He claimed his figures were right but chose the wrong man and warned that a sales tax could be needed. He remained Texas national committeeman and noted future moves depend on the other side.
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Austin
James V. Allred
James E. Ferguson
Hunter
Ferguson
Texas
National Democratic Committee
NRA reorganizes codes into 22 divisions
The NRA announces a reorganization of roughly 500 codes into 22 divisions to streamline administration. Codes are grouped by closely allied industries, personnel reassigned to keep experienced staff with their codes, and master codes split into supplements under single division leadership.
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Washington
NRA
Successful Congress Candidate Withdraws In Incumbent's Favor
The Star Times reports Joseph A. Lennon the Democratic nominee for Missouri's 13th District plans to withdraw in favor of Congressman John J. Cochran who was defeated in the Senate primary. Lennon will submit a formal withdrawal letter at a district committee meeting.
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ST. Louis
The
Star Times
Joseph A. Lennon
Congress
Missouri
John J. Cochran
United States
Lennon
Cochran
Nations spend vast sums on war prep this year
The text claims nations allocate over 10 million dollars daily for war preparations and cites World War death and wound totals. It compares U S spending at about 83 thousand dollars per hour or two million daily for armed forces.
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United States
Cattle Outnumber Sheep Worldwide With Notable Leaders
The U S Bureau of Animal Industry notes cattle exceed sheep globally and outnumber swine more than two to one. India leads in cattle numbers, housing about a quarter of all cattle amid 250 million people, with buffaloes included. Uruguay and Argentina show high per capita cattle ratios, while Argentina dominates as a major beef producer. Swine are led by China and the United States trails Germany in production.
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U. S
India
British India
United States
Argentina
China
Germany
Denmark
Uruguay
Paraguay
Brazil
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
Union of South Africa
Rhodesia
Irish Free State
South America
Europe
Bulgaria
Helpful Household Hints for Everyday Living
Glassware shines best when dried after hot clean suds without rinsing. If cellar steps are dark paint the bottom step white to prevent a fall. Extremely hot water can damage gold decorations on jewelry. Use jars to maximize refrigerator space. Tie up one piece dresses by pinning the center of the front and back hems to prevent sagging.
Revolutionary Christ topic at Central Christian Church
Rev. G. C. Minor will speak on The Revolutionary Christ at 10:45 a.m. and again at 8 p.m. at Central Christian Church. The morning service follows communion at 10:45 with an evening sermon titled The Crimson Tide. All are invited.
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Jesus of Nazareth
Jesus
Jerusalem
House of Annas
Christ
G. C. Minor
Central Christian Church
Rev. Minor
County Clerk Charles R. Jones thanks Fannin County voters
Charles R. Jones thanks voters for electing him county clerk by a large majority and asks the public to judge his service as satisfactory in every respect. He notes his appreciation and pledges diligent work for Fannin County.
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Fannin County
Charles R. Jones
Public Weigher Harold Doss Seeks Trusty Service Vote
A public notice from Harold Doss expresses gratitude to voters for electing him Public Weigher of Precinct No. 3 for a two year term starting January 1, 1935. He pledges careful, conscientious service to all who need weigh station services.
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Harold Doss
No Way to Pay Fare Leaves Driver Frustrated
A taxi halts and the fare searches pockets with uncertainty saying he has no money. The driver grows exasperated as the man admits he cannot pay, prompting a tense exchange and a grim quip about blood from a stone.
Children’s Church closes memory contest with Bible gifts
The Children’s Church meets Sunday at 4 30 pm at Central Christian Church for the memory contest closing. All children urged to attend to receive Bibles as harvest program by Davis Parrish includes a message. Mothers invited.
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Central Christian Church
Davis Parrish
G. C. Minor
First Presbyterian Church Sunday Plan
Dr. B Wrenn Webb presides as pastor with 10 a m Sunday school led by J W Henry. Mabel Sears heads cradle roll beginners and primary. Julian Montgomery slated to speak at 11 a m if timely. else the pastor. Evening service at 8 follows with a sermon on Christ Our Salvation. Social committee meets 4:30 p m at the manse.
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B. Wrenn Webb
J. W. Henry
Mabel Sears
Julian Montgomery
New Night Club Opens in Denison With 200 Seats
G M Anderson owner of Oak View Inn Denison announces a new night club with seating for 200, a 12 piece orchestra, and two floor shows nightly except Sunday and Monday. It is the first night club in North Texas.
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Denison
G. M. Anderson
Oak View Inn
Texas
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