County officials clash over 1933 34 budget tax rate
Statements from Grayson County Commissioners E C Looney and O C Cannon and County Judge J J Loy dispute a Sherman Democrat article claiming a 90 cent rate was voted. They explain no specific rate vote occurred while Loy defends his ex officio salary and NRA aligned adjustments.
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E. C. Looney
O. C. Cannon
J. J. Loy
Precinct
Commissioners’ Court
Grayson County
Loy
C. C. Cannon
Sherman Democrat
Cannon
Looney
NRA
J. N. Dickson
Messrs. Cannon
Cannon and Looney
Nudism Deemed Harmful by Dr William A White
Dr William A White of St Elizabeths Hospital denounces nudism as dangerous and useless to society. He warns sun actinic rays disrupt body chemistry and overexposure damages skin, urging continued modesty to prevent health risks.
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Washington
William A. White
St. Elizabeth's Hospital
White
Teacher Tests Freshman With Dumbbell Joke
A professor asks for anyone with dumbbells to stand, a pause ends with one freshman standing. He asks if the student considers himself a dumbbell, and the student replies he hates to see the professor standing alone.
Grayson County Tax Haul Ranks High in 1932 Collections
Grayson County reports 1932 tax collections near 77 to 78 percent despite the heaviest delinquent roll on record. The annual report by county tax collector R. B. Caraway shows state, county, school district, and poll taxes totaling 205 643.46, 238 287.65, 76 574.17, 23 518.50, and 3 919.75 respectively after delinquent amounts are subtracted.
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Sherman
Grayson County
Texas
R. B. Caraway
Caraway
Typographical Gems Big Wash 100000 Voted to Purify
A Jamaica New York paper notes a bold plea for a large sealant project tied to a $100000 fund or vote. The item signals a public works push with a humorous or cryptic headline style.
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Big Wash
Jamica
N. Y
Dachshund? Seeks second hand bathtub 4 ft by 6 in
Daytona Beach Florida paper lists a wanted notice for a second hand bathtub measuring four feet by six inches in good condition. Seller requests prompt contact and fair price for immediate sale or trade.
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Daytona Beach
Fla
Inflation With a Bang Madame Alice Offers Readings
Madame Alice a Texas based psychologist offers a two dollar reading for fifty dollars in Elgin Illinois. She answers all questions and markets a value based psychic service to readers seeking guidance.
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Alice
Texas
Elgin (Ill
Word as bond in deeds and notes, Ava warns
A Missouri note quotes Ava stressing that a signature ties a person to the document and its obligations. The statement emphasizes the binding force of agreements on deeds and charge accounts.
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Ava (Mo
Cream Puffs Step By Step On Stovetop
Newburgh New York paper describes the cream puff method: pour water and butter on the front of the stove, bring to a boil, then add all flour and stir vigorously to form the dough.
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Newburgh
N. Y
Alderman Forrie Praises O Connor Over Truck Issue
Alderman Forrie concurred with Mr. O'Connor saying the truck situation from last year had been thoroughly reviewed and disgusted by the Council.
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Forrie
Hog butchering notes from several Maryland papers
Boonsboro reports Wm I killed four hogs weighing 1435 pounds with his mother present. Catoctin notes two large butchering events this week including Mr and Mrs Fink B. Also mentions Mr and Mrs Guy B and a Monday butchering bee with ten hogs and several other local names in Walla Walla Washington.
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Boonsboro
Fink B
Catoctin
Guy B
T. D. Roxy E
Dales M
Frank P
Carl J
Clarence G
C B
Walla Walla
Wash
Can of Corn Packed in 1867 Exhibited in Maine Exhibit
Springfield Massachusetts. A can of corn packed in 1867, still in good condition, is showcased in the State of Maine exhibit at the Eastern States Exposition unveiling the early Maine canning industry. Charles M. White led the design of the exhibit and acquired vintage canning tools to illustrate the era.
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Springfield
Mass
State of Maine
Maine
Charles M. White
Division of Markets
Four of five patients die under this operation line
A doctor bluntly warns that four of five patients die during the operation and asks the patient what he can do before starting. The patient then asks the doctor to help with his pants and shoes.
Use This Laxative Made from Plants
The Thedford's Black-Draught is described as a plant based laxative that stimulates the bowels naturally. It is promoted as free from synthetic drugs and suitable for daily use without dependence on cathartic chemicals. The advertisement notes a syrup form for children.
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Thedford
Nature
Radio World: U S Dominates Broadcasting Finance and Reach
American listeners enjoy free programs with vast choice as 17 million homes own receivers. European and Soviet stations show varied licensing, ad rules, and hours, while U S airwaves generate about 500 million dollars annually—600 stations abroad compete for profits and cultural influence.
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Eddie Cantor
Hoover
Sam
Sky
France
Holland
Iceland
Czechoslovakia
Hungary
Russia
Switzerland
Sweden
America
Croon of a June Moon Warmth from Singing
A doctor notes singing raises blood warmth and energy. The Washington Labor column recalls how certain songs inspire strong reactions, with some listeners feeling their spirits rise.
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Washington
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Whitewright
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Grayson
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Norway
International Broadcasting Office
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Europe
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Moscow
W. J. Barbee Agency
Stargas Service
Stargas
Bonham Greenville
Sherman McKinney
Lone Star
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