Republicans Carry Eight Texas Counties in 1944 Vote
Complete unofficial counts from 244 of 254 Texas counties show Gov. Coke Stevenson leading with 959,296 votes against B. J. Peasley's 79,941. Roosevelt carried Texas with 823,790 of 1,149,146 total votes, a state total high for general elections. Eight counties voted Republican. Major lines note Dewey Bricker electors, Texas Regulars, and Rural party splits with limited cross-over.
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Gov
Coke Stevenson
Texas
Texas Election Bureau
Stevenson
B. J. Peasley
Tyler
Roosevelt
W. Lee O’daniel
Tom Dewey
Wendell Willkie
Dewey-Bricker
America Firsts
Bandera
Comal
Dewitt
Gillespie
Guadalupe
Kendall
Kenedy
Medina
Washington
Willkie
Conference Agrees On Gold Standard
The International Business Conference today endorsed a currency report favoring retention of gold as a monetary basis. It avoided a concrete monetary plan while urging that gold remain a component of postwar finance with stable currency parities and freer international payments. The report notes a potential departure from older gold standard forms. Point lace is described as made with a pointed needle.
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Rye
N. Y
International Business Conference
Answered by the Voice Prophecy Bible Q&A Column
The Voice of Prophecy column answers readers on Christ's return, faith building through Romans 10:17, and Bible topics. It cites 1 Thessalonians 4:16 18 Acts 1 11 Leviticus 11 Deuteronomy 14 and 1 Timothy 2 8 10 plus James 5 4 explaining terms Sabbath and hosts. It invites questions to Box 55 Los Angeles California.
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Christ
Paul
Jesus Christ
Earth
Galilee
Jesus
Voice of Prophecy
Los Angeles
Calif
No Paper Increase in Sight
Washington reports no easing of the paper shortage as pulp and wood supplies lag. Industry cut backs across magazines, printers, and books persist, with wartime needs and manpower limits driving the under built outlook into the postwar era.
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Washington
Tone of Voice Changes Meaning in Everyday Speech
A former professor notes that tone can alter how a simple word like hello is perceived. He cites a man who can send warmth or coldness through a voice, changing the impact of ordinary exchanges.
Tone and Speech Power in Everyday Language
A reflection on how tone shapes meaning in any language. The author notes that tone can alter intent, create affection, fear, or authority, and that friendly delivery can win friends even when words are simple.
Divorce Petition Seeks Cruel Treatment in Grayson County
The state commands F. C. King to appear by 10 AM on the first Monday after 42 days from issuance to answer Johnie Mae King’s divorce petition filed November 15 1944 in No. 53159. Case filed in Grayson County before Judge in Sherman. Court seal by S V Earnest, Clerk.
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State OF Texas
F. C. King
A. D
District Court of
Grayson County
Court House
Sherman
Texas
Johnie Mae King
S. V. Earnest
Nancy Drake
Boys Still Have Chance To Become Governors
Seattle report notes Gov. Arthur Langlie told a 4 H Club audience that every boy may still become governor even if national Presidents no longer change. The quote frames youth potential and political service during the event in Washington.
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Seattle
Wash
Arthur B. Langlie
Bandy Heirs and Trustees Sued Over Sherman Property
Plaintiff N O Kreager seeks aid against George R Bandy now deceased and his heirs and representatives along with T J Brown and H O Head trustees alleging a cloud on title to Lots 2 and 4 in Block 18 Christian Addition Sherman tied to a survey granted to G B Pilant. The suit, filed November 1 1944, is before the Grayson County District Court in Sherman Texas docket 53158.
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State OF
Texas
George R. Bandy
T. J. Brown
H. O. Head
A. D
District Court
Grayson County
Court House
Sherman
N. O. Kreager
Said
J. Brown
G. B. Pilant
Title Claim of Adverse Possession for Property
Plaintiff asserts prolonged peaceable possession of the lands for over ten years and cites Texas statutes of limitations. It requests hearing and transfer of full fee simple title to plaintiff, removal of all clouds on title, and any further legal or equitable relief. Dated 1944.
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State of
Texas
Sherman
A. D
S. V. Earnest
Grayson County
Nancy Drake
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U. S. Navy
Navy Hydrographic Office
Navy
Pacific Zone
THE
Voice Prophecy International Bible Broadcaster
Glen Earnheart
Whitewright, Texas
Fort Worth Press
Postoffice
Wilfred Frank
Gautions
Whitewright Lumber Co
Barbee & Bassett
Insurance Agency
Sewell
L. LaRoe & Co
United States
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