Allred to restructure Texas Ranger force expansion eyed
Governor elect Allred plans a major overhaul of the Ranger force, vowing a new deal from a new deck. Rumors say adjutant general and key captains will be replaced. Waters or Nesbitt named as possible successors, while a state police system centered on the Rangers draws Senate interest.
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Senator Holbrook Seeks Broad Public Utilities Regulator
A Texas bill by Senator T. J. Holbrook creates a three member commission to regulate all public utilities except municipal monopolies. The governor appoints members to staggered six year terms, with substantial enforcement powers over rates rules and records. Municipalities lose rate control, bonds are required for patrons, and penalties up to one thousand dollars apply for violations.
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Power of its name needs more money and members
The speaker urges expanding the organization from 32 to about 50 members and adding personnel to tackle major crimes such as bank robberies and murders. The aim is to remove the group from political influence.
New world champion liar crowned at Burlington club
Verne L. Osborn of Centralia Washington was named world champion liar after Otis C. Hulett announced the result Monday. The winning tale from over five thousand entries describes a mule and rabbit chase ending with a dramatic near fall and a final pause at the precipice as a trained mule halted.
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Burlington
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Liars’ Club
The Preacher's Column from Whitewright Editorial Notes
The column reflects on a move by editor Mr. Waggoner to Austin and praises Mr. Doss and Miss Cecil for keeping the paper steady. It comments on the Texas Legislature pay debate, church attendance, new postmaster Lilley, and local church events with anecdotes about Sunday dinners and community members.
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Journal View on Japan and Pacific Navy Strategy
The Dallas Journal weighs American naval display to teach Japan a hard lesson while urging fair treatment for Japanese residents and students in the U S. It argues for bold naval posturing from the Aleutians to the Philippines but warns against American jingoes and calls for peace and justice.
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Uncle Sam
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Santa Claus rewards radio stars with top salaries
A New York report lists major radio earners with Eddie Cantor set for 10 000 weekly, Kate Smith at 7 150, and Fred Waring leading the orchestra at 6 000 weekly. Other high pay includes Will Rogers, Bing Crosby, Guy Lombardo, Burns and Allen, and Stoopnagle with various weekly totals and program counts.
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New York
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Kate Smith
Edwin C. Hill
Fred Waring
Santa
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Ed Wynn
Jack Benny
John Charles Thomas
Morton Downey
Downey
Phil Baker
Rosa Ponselle
Grace Moore
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Lawrence Tibbet
Guy Lombardo
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Roxy
S. L. Rothafel
Burns and Allen
Joe Penner
Rudy Vallee
Henel Tayes
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Stoopnagle
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Alexander Wallcott
Gertrude Niesen
Ancient Chinese familiarity with a 100 foot grass plant
A grass plant reaching 100 feet in three months has long been known to the Chinese since ancient times. The claim ties rapid growth to traditional Chinese knowledge of flora and agriculture.
Printing and Engraving Services Advertised by The Sun
The Sun office advertises all kinds of printing and engraving services at reasonable prices, inviting customers to place orders for various printed and engraved items.
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Sun
Cyclone Davis Announces Texas Gubernatorial Campaign Plan
Cyclone Davis, age eighty one, joins the 1936 Texas governor race pledging a plan to educate citizens and apply basic principles. He criticizes debt and inequality, warns of potential unrest if radical changes are delayed, and promises a detailed statement in late February.
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Russia
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Sulphur Springs News-Telegram
England Underground Wiring Plan Shrinks Telegraph Poles
England moves to bury nine million miles of telephone lines with the final one million miles to be laid underground immediately, eliminating most above ground poles. The shift signals a sweeping modernization of communications infrastructure across the country.
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