Neff’s First Month as Texas Governor Flags Firm Start
Austin reports Governor Pat M. Neff showed brisk activity since Jan. 18, from oath to numerous appointments. He abolished the Board of Pardon Advisers, appeared in joint session, sent multiple nominations, urged legislative cooperation, and proposed consolidations, law reforms, a penitentiary probe, and tighter executive oversight.
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Pat M. Neff
Board of Pardon Advisers
Texas
House
Senate
J. N. Gallagher
Waco
Commission of Appeals
J. A. Herring
Board of Prison Commissioners
George Tilley
State Fire Insurance Commission
M. M. Carrick
Ed Hall
L. Staples
T. D. Barton
A. A. Stiles
R. H. Hamilton
Court of Criminal Appeals
Joseph W. Meyers
F. L. Hawkins
W. L. Harding
Fortieth Judicial District
W. W. Boyd
R. M. Hubbard
State Highway Commission
W. W. McCrory
C.S. Fowler
D. K. Martin
Warehouse and Marketing Department
Pure Food and Drug Department
State Tax Board
Industrial Welfare Commission
State Mining Board
State Department
Texas Farmer Urges Crop Diversification For Self Sufficient State
Dallas reports E W Kirkpatrick president of Texas Industrial Congress argues Texas counties import about one million dollars annually in food and feed. He advocates crop diversification, livestock farming, home gardens, and local production to keep money at home and fund rural improvements. He urges McKinney and other towns to self supply meats and staples.
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Dallas
Texas
E. W. Kirkpatrick
The
Texas Industrial Congress
McKinney
Underage Marriage License Granted in Randolph
Dee Taylor and Mamie Owens of Randolph obtained a marriage license. He is 18 and she is 14 with parental consent, the age limit under law. County clerk notes many licenses issued to underage couples last month, a record in years.
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Dee Taylor
Mamie Owens
Randolph
Bonham
Quinine Tonic Laxa Tive Bromine Product Ad
An old advertisement touts LAXA TIVE BROMO QUININE as superior to ordinary quinine with tonic and laxative effects, claiming no nervousness or head ringing. It instructs readers to look for the signature of E. W. GROVE and marks the price as 30c.
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E. W. Grove
Life sentence not enough judge says in fur store murder
Chicago Feb 18 Judge Hugo Friend said life for three defendants who shot and killed Herman Krokner during a fur store robbery was not severe enough. He left the bench in disappointment, calling for the death penalty and noting local sentiment for lynching. Defense seeks new trial. assistant State's attorney says he may assist.
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Chicago
Herman Krokner
Hugo Friend
Chinese Women Forbidden Short Skirts by Police
Shanghai authorities issue edict banning foreign fashion in public. City magistrate and police chief declare short skirts and visible arms offend Chinese norms and warn all violators will be arrested and fined.
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Shanghai
China
666 Breaks A Cold Quicker Than Any Remedy
An advertisement proclaims 666 as a fast cold remedy ahead of other medicines. The brief notice highlights its claimed effectiveness and positions the product as superior for quick relief.
Forgetful Husbands Prompt Witty Exchange
A humorous exchange notes forgetful husbands. The banker’s wife says his letter stayed in his pocket a week. The groceryman’s wife recalls missing items brought home. The traveling man’s wife jokes his husband forgot his own name at the supper table.
Patient and doctor bargain over medical bill joke
A patient quips that he will compromise by paying for medicine and returning visits, prompting the doctor to ask what he means. The exchange plays on the idea of medical bills and ongoing care in a humorous way.
Beasley Shoes Offers Trusted Repairs and Quality Goods
Beasley’s shop promotes reliable shoe repair and a range of footwear. Customers are urged to visit for expert service, with a focus on value and lasting fit. The ad emphasizes expertise and customer satisfaction.
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