Answers on GI benefits for veterans and loans
Veterans with blue discharges may receive benefits if the discharge was not dishonorable after VA review. American Indian WW II veterans may obtain GI loans only for non tribal land, and not for homes on tribal lands. Collect calls for emergency treatment are accepted by VA. A World War I widow is eligible for a pension only if married before December 14, 1944 or for at least 10 years. otherwise not if death occurs within 10 years of marriage.
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Army
Veterans Administration
VA reports 17000+ Texas veteran checks returned
The Veterans Administration says 17 000 plus Texas government checks were returned from January through May due to faulty addresses. One percent of 1 739 733 issued, with hardships and extra workload noted. Main cause was veterans moving without notifying changes of address.
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Texas
Veterans Administration
Veterans prosthetic units to aid disabled servicemen
The VA will deploy prosthetic appliance units in 79 offices to bring services for amputees the blind and other disabled veterans closer to home. Trained staff will provide up to date information on artificial limbs hearing aids and cosmetic devices and assist in choosing devices while coordinating with manufacturers to ensure access to the best aids.
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Veterans Administration Services
Congress Votes 2.6 Million For Trinity River Dams
Congress approves 2.6 million for three Trinity River dams with matching city finance for Grapevine Dam and continued funding for Benbrook and Lavon Dams. The dams aim to create a navigable river from Fort Worth and Dallas to the Gulf. The article notes Americans consume about 1.5 pounds of imported spices annually.
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Congress
Trinity River
Washington
House
Senate
Grapevine Dam
Dallas
Highland Parks
University Park
Benbrook
Lavon
Collin County
Fort Worth
Gulf
Let the Mouse Have All the Pies in Court Ruling
In St Louis the New Blue Ribbon Pie Co was shut down by order of a Federal Court. District Judge George H Moore warned the firm’s lawyer I’d make you eat one of these pies in court. Owner Anthony Verreos claimed federal inspectors double crossed him by arriving earlier than expected and finding a mouse trap in the bakery ice box.
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ST. Louis
New
Blue Ribbon Pie Co
Federal Court
George H. Moore
Anthony Verreos
New York Man Invites Guests With Phonograph Record
A New York man issued party invitations by sending out a phonograph record. The novelty method attracted attention as a creative way to spread word of a gathering.
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New York
Fried chicken for next winter in College Station
Gwen Dolyn Jones of the A and M Extension Service explains year round freezer storage for fried chicken. She notes young birds are best for frying and outlines simple prep steps from scalding to packaging and rapid freezing for long term storage.
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College Station
Gwendolyn Jones
A. and M. Extension Service
Magnolia Garden in Charleston Display Impresses Visitors
Magnolia Garden at Charleston South Carolina draws thousands who marvel at its beauty and refrain from damage or flower picking as visitors explore the storied grounds. The garden owner once stepped out to gather flowers, prompting numerous visitors to respond in kind or observe respectfully.
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Magnolia Garden
Charleston
South Carolina
Local Grounds Preparations After Flower Thief Incident
After a theft incident, officials tightened security around the grounds. Flowers used for interior decoration are now picked only after visitors are restricted, ensuring safe access and preventing further depredations.
Divorce Petition Citations in Grayson County Texas 1947
Citation issued to Virginia Weger in Grayson County Texas for divorce from Roy A. Weger. Notice requires appearance by 10 am on Monday after 42 days from issue, September 15, 1947. Petition filed July 28, 1947, case No. 55502. Clerk S V Earnest. Deputy Nancy Drake.
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State of
Texas
Virginia Weger
A. D
District Court of
Grayson County
Court House
Sherman
Roy A. Weger
S. V. Earnest
Nancy Drake
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Veterans News
U.S
Mathew B. Brady
Fredericksburg
Virginia
Chancellorsville
War Department
National Archives
U. S. Signal Corps
Signal Corps
Baffe
Belgium
Glen Earnheart
Whitewright, Texas
Dee G. Patterson
A. Y. Creager Company
M. & P. Bank Building
Sherman, Texas
B.f.goodrich
B.f.goodrich Silvertown
G.f.goodrich
PLC
Silvertown
Blanton Home & Auto Supply
Goodrich
B.f.goodrich Farm
Iere Pca
Magnolia
Complete Insurance Service
Plate Glass
Tion
Stephens & Bryant
Whitewright Drug Store
Panhandle
Bryant Field
Whitewright
Whitewright American Legion Post
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