Steps to induction under the selective service act described
Lt. Col. Harold J. Weiler outlines the inductee process from local board notice through training camp assignment. A physical at induction, fingerprinting, oath, reception center screening, vaccination, and uniforms mark the path. Public cooperation and civilian volunteers support local boards and medical examiners in the system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas State Network
Harold J. Weiler
Selective Service Headquarters
Selective Service Act
Army
Col. Weiler
Colonel Weiler
Col
Weiler
Delinquent Tax Bill Drafted By Editor
John T. Smith editor of the Texas Tax Journal drafts a bill in Austin to recover delinquent taxes. He estimates $150,000,000 delinquent on tax rolls and potential recoveries of $73,000,000 to state and local governments, proposing to abolish penalties and costs other than 6 percent interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
John T. Smith
The
Texas Tax Journal
Smith
Gasoline and kerosene dangers in Texas homes
The Texas Fire Insurance Department warns gasoline and kerosene use in homes causes high death tolls and fire losses in 1935–1939. Gasoline fumes are highly flammable, more dangerous than dynamite, and even small exposures can cause explosions. Kerosene use for starting fires is likewise deadly. if attempted, do not use an open flame near it and store kerosene away from heat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Texas Fire Insurance Department
Tax Collections Bill Aims To Cut Court Costs
Smith's proposed tax collection bill seeks to reduce court costs to about 3.50 and allow delinquents five years to pay. The measure would bar taxing units from engaging private collectors and permits loans with a first lien on the property for those paying in full. State Observer notes the bill aims to ease tax payment and garner legislative support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
Plagiarism Charges Filed Over God Bless America
Alfred H. Aarons, an 80 year old songwriter, sues in federal court accusing Irving Berlin Kate Smith and others connected to God Bless America of using portions of his 1918 song America My Home So Fair without permission. He seeks damages in the hundreds of thousands of dollars and asks the court to fix the amount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Irving Berlin
Kate Smith
Winter Thermometer Use For Health Benefits
Health note urges keeping home temperatures at sixty eight to seventy two degrees and encourages outdoor exercise in winter. It warns against over heating rooms which can dull activity and increase vulnerability to colds and respiratory infections. Maintaining moderate warmth plus regular outdoor activity may reduce winter illnesses and improve well being.
Sherman native serves as CAA examiner in Washington
Thomas Lovell Wrenn, a former Sherman resident and Whitewright High School graduate, works in the civil aeronautics authority in Washington. He recently advised airline reps on Texas routes, noting West Texas links and mentioning Uvalde and Bonham as potential stops. Wrenn, educated at Austin College, has roots in Savoy and Denison, and comes from J. T. Wrenn and Mrs. Lora Adams families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherman
Civil Aeronautics Authority
Washington
Texas
Thomas Lovell Wrenn
West Texas
Wrenn
Big Bend
Uvalde
John Garner
Sam Rayburn
House of Representatives
Garner
Bonham
Savoy
Fannin County
Whitewright High School
Wesley College
Greenville
Austin College
The
Transportation Division
Department of Commerce
J. T. Wrenn
Lora Adams
Denison
C. J. Adams
East Munson
Coy
Marvin D. Wrenn
Hardwicke-Etter Company
Hungry but unharmed boy found after 30 hours in dry well
William Rampton a three year old Seattle resident was located in a dry 20 foot shaft 200 yards from his home Saturday night after 30 hours on the run. He was warmly dressed and only slightly exposed. Neighbors found him after searchers had previously passed within feet of the well. His mother said the boy had warned Friday afternoon of leaving home but she believed it was idle talk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
William Rampton
W. H. Rampton
Billie
Also Mentioned on This Page
GOD Bless
America
Glen Earnheart
Whitewright, Texas
A. Y. _CREAGER co
M. & P. Bank
Buildierman, Texas
Pocketbook OF
NAVY
BIG RO Indust
CAA Examiner
Whitewright Grad
Sherman Democrat
Sun
Lad
Yeager’s Service Station
Texaco
Texaco Indian
Texaco Motor Oil
Havoline
Willard Batteries
First National Bank
Member
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Sunbeam
Community Public Service CO
Oun Eas
S . Ie
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!