What Could Happen If No Presidential Majority Is Reached
The article outlines scenarios if no candidate wins a majority of electoral votes. It explains House election of the top three, Senate role for the vice presidency, and how a deadlock before January 20 could place the Speaker of the House as acting president, a situation never yet occurred. It notes historical precedents in 1801 and 1825.
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Washington
States’ Rights Group
Progressives
House of Representatives
Senate
House
Lewis Deschler
Joseph Martin
Massachusetts
Five in power—the Directory rules France 1795 to 1799
The excerpt notes that from 1795 to 1799 the executive power in France was held by The Directory, a five member body. It contrasts a domestic banter about a shrubbery with the period’s political arrangement, highlighting the era's governing structure.
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France
Directory
Even Scared Pup Gets Courage With Alcohol
Boston report on a University of Georgia study presented to the American Psychological Association. A Dalmatian setter litter showed the smallest male, normally submissive, gained temporary courage after a dose of alcohol per body weight. Feeding changes later equalized weight, but behavior remained less dominant.
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Boston
W. T. James
University of Georgia
American Psychological Association
James
Southern Income Shows Increase
The Department of Commerce reports from 1929 to 1947 show the South and West gaining a larger share of national income due to industrialization. National per capita income rose 95 percent, with Texas up 143 percent and the Southwest 133 percent. Government programs and new industries largely drove the Southwest gains. Sell it with a Sun Want Ad.
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Washington
South
Department of Commerce
Southwest
Texas
United States
Veterans loan guaranty rules and dependents clarified
A veteran remains eligible for a loan guaranty after returning to active duty if all Servicemen's Readjustment Act requirements are met. He may receive guaranty while on GI Bill benefits or while receiving compensation. A discharge statement alleging prior disability is null and void for compensation. Dependents include parents unable to support themselves, and dependents under legal age or incapacity. Matthew Vassar founded Vassar College in 1861.
Suit to Determine Heirship of John Tulloch in Grayson County
Court summons issued September 7 1948 requires George Tulloch and related parties to appear by October 25 1948 in the Grayson County Court Sherman Texas. The suit No 9150 on probate docket seeks heirs of John Tulloch deceased with estate worth 2670.52 held by County Clerk Calvin Buchanan. Plaintiffs are Isabel W Tulloch and Jean C Tulloch.
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State of
Texas
George Tulloch
Adam Tulloch
John Tulloch
Sherman
Grayson County
Jessie Winchester
A. D
County Court
Court House
Isabel W. Tulloch
Jean C. Tulloch
Calvin Buchanan
J. C. Buchanan
Marguerite Berry
Time Buying Again Under U S Control
Congress enacts time limit rules on installment buying with federal oversight by the Federal Reserve Board. Most consumer goods from $50 to $5,000 fall under credit control, with down payment and repayment periods set. Exceptions include medical, dental, hospital, educational, funeral expenses, real estate loans, and home improvements.
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Washington, D. C
Congress
Truman
Federal Reserve Board
World War Origins and Schism Summary
The passage links various loan categories to government and religious groups and notes historical events. It mentions loans to dealers and governments and references the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and the 1378 Great Schism with rival Popes. The text blends economic terms with significant historical moments.
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Franz Ferdinand of
Austria
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Glen Earnheart
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The
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