Wire Fence To Stop Violations of Law
Washington reports a proposed thirty mile wire border fence from El Paso funded at 27000 dollars to curb law violations along the U S Mexico line. Hudspeth says river shifts leave Mexico with fence gaps while officers have suffered multiple fatalities enforcing the frontier. The plan envisions a patrol friendly barrier similar to the Tijuana border and may seek partial Mexico funding.
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Woman, 62, saves dogs and becomes rescue figure
In Irvington on Hudson New York Mrs James Dennett a 62 year old grandmother spent twenty minutes in icy water to save six dogs that fell through Woodlands Lake. With neighbors help and a police dog Jeff she was pulled to safety. She suffered no lasting harm and had previously won a Bermuda tennis title.
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James Dennett
Frederick Trevor Hill
Wall Street
Mrs. Donnett
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Grayson County Reports 1925 Voting Strength Decline
The Grayson County tax report shows a total voting strength of 18,078 for 1925, down 1,978 from 1924. Exemptions total 1,266, poll tax receipts for 1924 were 20,056, and January 1925 receipts exceeded 12,000. State and county ad valorem taxes collected in January amounted to $569,683.36 despite a 5 cent reduction per $100 valuation.
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Grayson County
Mother of Youth Receives $500 From Oil Company
Wichita Falls March 1 A $500 check was sent to Mrs Hattie Robertson widow of Buster Robertson who was shot and killed amid a murder case involving ex mayor Frank Collier The company cited his lack of six months employment and insurance but stated sympathy The scene included a business district fund drive to build a home for Mrs Robertson and her children with a growing subscription list by nightfall.
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Wichita Falls
Texhoma Oil and Refining Company
Hattie Robertson
Buster Robertson
Frank Collier
Robertson
No Worms in a Healthy Child Tonic Claim
Advertises JROVE'S TASTELESS child TONIC as a two to three week cure for children with worms. Claims the tonic enriches blood improves digestion and strengthens the whole system while nature dispels worms and restores perfect health. Includes a mis-typed claim about a 8% content.
Ferguson Signs Anti-Glare Headlight Law
Governor Miriam A Ferguson signed House Bill No 23 known as the anti glaring headlight law. It becomes effective September 1 and requires all automobile headlights to be angled to avoid blinding oncoming drivers. It prescribes testing methods and provides for enforcement.
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Miriam A. Ferguson
Start Mailing Checks to Veterans This Week
The United States Government begins sending out checks to veterans under the adjusted compensation act. Those not in service long enough for a bonus over $50 are paid in cash. Ex servicemen in this class total enough to require 2,250,000 dollars. The average payment is 32 dollars.
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United States
Silent Heel Comfort Pitched By Rubber Tap Idea
A playful ad line urges women to fit rubber taps on shoes claiming low cost for a silent heel effect attributed to R S Morehead. The quirky pitch frames a fashion improvement as a simple, affordable upgrade for elegance.
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R. S. Morehead
How Dogs Act For The Movie Screen
A director explains how dogs are trained to display intense emotions for film. He describes scent tricks, staged distress, and commands that force the animal to show anger and grief while remaining under control, highlighting the artificial nature of on screen sorrow.
Sun Office Ad Promises 75 Sheets Typewriter Paper Cheap
Classified item note stating Saturday Evening Post reference and Sun office offer for 75 sheets of good typewriter paper at 25 cents, price clearly advertised for quick sale.
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