Texas 1918 ballot measures
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In 1918, voters decided on two statewide ballot measures in Texas on November 5.
- The two measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved both measures.
On the ballot
November 5, 1918
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proposition 1 | Trials | Provide guidelines for taking witness testimony by deposition in certain circumstances |
|
79,038 (66%) |
40,592 (34%) |
|
| Proposition 2 | Education; Taxes | Increase the state property tax from $0.20 to $0.35 cents per $100 valuation in order to provide free textbooks to public schools |
|
86,788 (69%) |
38,616 (31%) |
See also
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