Road bill fights dominate West Virginia legislature
In Charleston on April 20 three new administration measures moved through as the road bill faced a sharp House fight. Revenue legislation advanced in the Senate, while a banking limit and asset appraisal bill drew support. Lawmakers debated tax plans, county funding, and a two year government efficiency study amid broad legislative activity.
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Revenue measure moves to Senate in West Virginia
Charleston April 29 the administration revenue bill seeking 14 million dollars yearly tax revenue cleared finance committee and went to the senate floor with no comment. Changes favored by business and independent gas producers include a graduated gross income tax starting at 2 percent rising to 6 percent and expanded personal exemptions for married couples and dependents. The measure would also modify the 1 percent personal income tax and keep exemptions future limits unclear.
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Bishop Urges Defeat of Repeal in West Virginia Campaign
Berlin reports Chinese generals in exile say they will fight to the bitter end for China. Bishop James Cannon Jr. campaigns in West Virginia urging voters to reject repealing the Eighteenth Amendment. He speaks at Welch and planned stops in Beckley, Lewisburg, and other towns as dry forces raise funds and press for a June repeal election.
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Brewers Agree Cease Shipments In West Virginia
Charleston West Virginia April 20 A reported agreement of most brewers to cease shipments of beer into West Virginia left the beer scene unclear. Federal Judge George W McClintic ruled the state beer act unconstitutional and distributors in Charleston and Huntington said many brewers would withhold shipments until supplies run dry. Observers think they are waiting for a test of the 3 2 percent law. The grand jury was instructed but did not return indictments. McClintic said he would follow the state supreme court ruling on the beer law after seeing the opinion. An impeachment attempt against McClintic failed in the legislature. The judge condemned liquor sellers as robbers of widows and children during his remarks.
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Dramatic Economic Shift Tests U S Leadership
In New York April 20 a sweeping presidential decree and other events reshape the world economic picture. President Roosevelt pursues bi metallism amid European pressure aimed at dollar and gold, with Prime Minister MacDonald to meet in Washington to discuss a new exchange standard and global monetary alignment.
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Anglo Russian Crisis Mounts Over Trade and Espionage
Leidon April 26 The recall of Moscow based chefs from the Soviet trade delegation deepens the Anglo Russian rift as Britain and the United States resist breaking ties. Britain imposes an 80 percent embargo on Russian goods while sentences on two British engineers fuel hopes for a quick settlement and resumption of trade talks.
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Renovize Calendar April 21 1933 Meeting and cleanup items
At 8:45 a canvassers meeting is listed with East End and West End cleanup efforts. The Jay-Walking Campaign begins. Tasks include installing awnings, building or repairing driveways and walks, constructing an outside chimney, insulating rafters, and cutting a dormer for more attic light.
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Canvassers Boost Renovize Pledges Amid Campaign Drive
Pledges totaling about 40 000 dollars were announced at Bluefield's Renovize campaign with 37 819 98 dollars reported. House to house canvassers turned in 6 496 50 dollars the largest single day sum. The total now stands at 32 434 98 dollars in residential districts while business solicitations proceed. An honor roll lists dozens of residents and organizations pledging improvements yesterday.
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Luantung Provisional Government Formed Report
Shanghai dispatches claim Japanese and Manchukuoan officials met at Peitaiho to form a Luantung provisional government to preserve peace between the Great Wall and the Lwan river. The area between these boundaries near the coast sees ongoing clashes between Chinese forces and Japanese and Manchukuoan allies. Chinese participants in 1931 Tianjin disorders are named as leaders.
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Obstructionists Form in House Clash Over Road Bill
Debate ignites as McClintic accuses obstructionists of blocking Gov Kump’s road program. Maresh defends hearings for county courts. motion to recommit fails 46 to 43. Road committee to hold a hearing tomorrow per Holt’s suggestion.
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Holt
Wie
Roosevelt pushes new deal with wide powers over currency
President Roosevelt moves to a broad new phase of the New Deal proposing unprecedented authority to issue currency devalue the dollar and accept silver for war debt payments to spur controlled inflation and credit expansion. The plan limits are set and awaits swift congressional action as international talks begin with Britain to bolster global economic recovery.
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Potomac Valley Power Ordered To Cut Rates
Charleston April 20 The public service commission ordered Potomac Valley Power to reduce rates in eastern panhandle towns by about 14 percent The filing shows a 16 to 23 percent cut for domestic customers on the first 35 kilowatt hours from 12 to 10 cents The schedule for higher usage ranges from 6 to 3 percent with a $1 minimum charge retained The towns served include Alaska Burlington Moorefield Petersburg Romney and Springfield
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Dle
Lekere Seaund
Bill To Inflate Currency Sparks Frenzied Senate Markets
Tumultuous buying swept through New York markets as shares and commodities leaped to new highs for 1933. The dollar slid below 90 cents in gold temporarily, fueling a rush of funds and inflationary speculation amid talk of Fed action to buy government obligations.
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Widowed mother slain by sun in McComas home tragedy
Minnie Harman a 37 year old widow was accidentally killed by her 13 year old son Jack Harman at their one room shack home in McComas. The pistol used was a cheap .32 calibre weapon. neighbors found Harman dead and Sheriff Fanning with deputies investigated. magistrate ruled no inquest.
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U S Gold Slide Causes Confusion In London
London reports say Washington’s gold embargo policy sparked sharp drops in the dollar on the London exchange. The dollar slid from about 3.71 to as low as 3.93 per pound, then recovered to around 3.85. Analysts termed the move watchful waiting as markets seek concrete guidance on the policy.
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London Exchange
Inflation thoughts haunt the street discussion in New York
In a lengthy street interview series the public weighs inflation fears and benefits. Economists note the gap between raw material costs and retail prices grew from depression era deflation. Bankers say recovery hinges on improved credit, wages, and global currency shifts.
Farm Relief Bill Stalls Amid Senate Inflation Fight
In Washington the Roosevelt farm relief plan stalls as inflation battles loom in the Senate. After two weeks of wrangling over price lifting provisions, debate shifts to a $2.005 billion mortgage refinancing proposal with a hoped for vote, while Republicans vow to oppose and fight to the end.
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Credit Expansion Bill Introduced To Inflate Currency
The Roosevelt administration pressed toward passage of a bill to issue new currency and cut the dollar’s gold content. Open market operations by the Federal Reserve would flood banks with fresh cash to spur commerce and industry as Congress weighs emergency measures.
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Roosevelt
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Woodin
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Serve
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Capitol Hill
Pocahontas Tug Output Jumps in Week Ending April 15
Production in the Pocahontas Tug River district rose to 274,176 net tons for the week ending April 15, up 4,370 tons from the prior week. Year to date output reaches 4,546,958 tons, with four smokeless fields showing mixed changes from 1932 figures.
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Lindys Land on Columbus Stop During Transcontinental Tour
Cal and Mrs. Charles A Lindbergh arrived in Columbus at 9 p.m for an overnight layover during their transcontinental Airways inspection tour. They had departed Pittsburgh at 9:42 p.m.
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