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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1933

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Mrs Roosevelt Flies Through Turbulent Sky to Cleveland

Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt joined an air journey from Newark to Chicago despite doubtful weather staying aboard to meet a speaking engagement with the League of Women Voters in Chicago. The trip included a Cleveland layover and calm arrival after a brief tangle with thick weather.

Chicago Cleveland Franklin D. Roosevelt United Air Hner Rooseve Andro Roosevelt New York

Antonio Girl Student Fatally Wounded in San Antonio

Miss Constance King an 18 year old student at San Antonio Vocational and Technical School died after a rooming house incident in which James Hobes claimed the pistol used was unloaded. Police charged Mrs Tillie Cantu her daughter and others with maintaining a disorderly house as officials seek a land jury inquiry into juvenile delinquencies.

San Antonio Texas Constance King Leonard Pots Winnie Mann Tillie Cantu Dontuilas Villejas Henry Cant Nuidance

Tax refund dispute advances in Virginia case

Richmond report notes a dispute over a $75,000 gasoilne tax refund between Virginia and the federal government. A letter from W DeWhirst of the General Accounting Office says further action under the federal water power act is suspended until the state liquidates the government claim.

Richmond Inn Virginia Power Act W. DeWhirst General Accounting’ Office Department of the Comptroller of the Currency M. McCallyar Zler Division of Tractor Vehicles

Roosevelt Hosts Key Conference With Stimson Davis

Secretary of State Henry L. Stimson and Norman Davis met at the capital hotel suite of President-elect Franklin D. Roosevelt for a series of important conferences. They discussed international problems and spoke with seasoned insight on the nation’s foreign policy directions.

Henry L. Stimson Norman Davis Stimson Capital Hotel Franklin D. Roosevelt Washington Stimton Davis

Lawmakers Seek Method of Meeting Deficit in State

Governor-elect Kump nears office as lawmakers debate how to fill the deficit. A committee will study projected legislation while information on property valuation lags. Tax officials clash over census data and classification, raising questions about timing for possible special session and tax measures.

Kump House Senate House Rules Committee Hiner House Judiciary Committee Judiciary McGlintle Greenbrier House the Economy Committee Census Bureau Washington Stata Orest Kump Begaora

Missing Girl Found in Garage After City-Wide Search

Ruth Picken a 14 year old girl from Wheeling West Virginia was found hiding under an automobile in her family’s garage during a city-wide search by police. She said she had hitch hiked to Warwood suburb to visit a married brother and feared her father and imam would be mad so she stayed in the garage.

Wheeling W. Va Ruth Picken Warwood Papa Imam

City and Coalfield Temng City and Coalfield Temng

Fly to Florida aircraft offering spaces for four passengers. Dixie Clothing Co advertises discounted dresses and wraps. Bun Sife Assurance Company of Canada claims assets over 600 million dollars with agent Yscore Cohen in West Virginian hotel. Special Turkey Dinner advertised with reservations. Optometrist Henry Rodgin promotes weekly payment plans for glasses. Day and Evening schools enroll in stenography and secretarial courses. Auto repair notice disclaims connection with Sarver garage and introduces Umberger, Sarver and Slaughter.

Bun Sife Assurance Company of Canada Yscore Cohen West Virginian Hotel Diam Alley

Ruth Judd and Halloran case move through hearings

Ruth Judd testified about shifting roles in the Halloran murder case as Peter Halloran faces execution. Halloran’s accessory hearing progressed five days with a continuation to Monday and likely Tuesday to give County Attorney Rens L. Jonning time to oppose dismissal. Smith reopened the lumberman’s case to challenge the chief witness, while Judd denied knowledge of a Times attributed conversion claimed to disprove charges.

Peter Hayy Mra Ward Maloran Rens L. Jonning Halloran Smith

Funeral Rites Today for Dr A D Dunn

Funeral services are set for 1 p m at the Baptist church in Cashmere Monroe county for Dr A D Dunn age 70 who died Friday afternoon. John Dove lodge No 78 A B and A M will handle the service with interment at Peteratown. Survived by widow formerly Miss Daley aun of Cashmere, two children Arthur Dean Dunn and Mrs Fletcher, both of Cashmere, plus two grandchildren. Active pallbearers listed.

Baptist Church Cashmere Monroe County A. D. Dunn John Dove Lodge A. B A. M Peteratown Dunn Misa Daleyaun Arthur Dean Dunn Mra Fletcher T.L. Crotchin H. Dunn J. 0. Hunter L. L. Spangler Fred 13 Will Hanter

Funeral at Glenwood for Josiah Clyburn

Josiah Luther Clyburn aged 73 died Friday afternoon at his Glenwood Park home. Lant rites to be held at 1 30 PM at his home with burial at Gott cemetery. Pastor from Princeton First Christian Church to officiate with pallbearers CC B Birka BH Hager Robert Fawkner William Re pas and O R Shaffer. He married Margaret Johnston and is survived by sister Nannie J. Hare and children Myra Suele Larue Nannie Waite Jamie Ruby Alfie Clyburn. One daughter preceded him in death in 19 6 9.

Glenwood Park Josiah Luther Clyburn Servicea Firet Christian Church of Princeton Gott Cemetery B. Birka Hager Robert Fawkner Willam Répaes O. R. Shaffer Clyburn Margaret Johnston Mia Nannie J. Hare Myra Suele Larue Nannia Waite Bristol Tenn Jamie Ruby Alfie Clyburn

O Keeffe Hale Dies At Home In Narrows Virginia

O Keeffe Hale 62 lifelong Giles county resident and farmer died at 9 25 last night at his Narrows home after months of illness. He was unmarried and a Methodist church member with Fort Narrows lodge 1497. Funeral plans set for Monday in Narrows with burial by the Odd Fellows. Survived by brothers F W Hale and D F Hale Jr and sisters Mrs Joseph Bruce and Miss Susan Hale, all of Narrows.

O'Keeffe Hale Giles County Virginia Narrows Hale Methodist Church Fort Narrows Odd Fellows F. W D. F. Hale Jr Joseph Bruce Susan Hale

France Marking Time On War Debt Question

Paris notes France delaying action on the war debt until the US Britain negotiations show results. A foreign office official says the Roosevelt Hoover communique advances debt talks only between the United States and Britain, with France’s role unsettled and parliamentary opposition to December 15 instalment payment. The situation is described as a delicate political matter, like two friends with sharp words awaiting reconciliation.

Paris France United States Great Britain Bien Foreign Office Washington Britain Foreign Office Roosevelt jMiret

Ill Vet Makes Long Trip to Visit Son

Benjamin Carnakowski, paralyzed, rode an ambulance 200 miles to reach his six year old son Joe in Lansing near ere but the boy, cared for by his uncle since the mother died five years ago, did not recognize him. After failed custody pleas the trio attempted to abduct the child.

St. Clairaville Benjamin Carnakowski Joe Veteran’s Hospital Dayton Willam Kurpenis Lansing Ere Cartakowski

Jobless Chileans to be employed on railroad

Antofagasta authorities expect the Antofagasta Salta railway to start by February 1, employing more than 6,000 unemployed. The project, a shortcut to northwest Argentina, aims to restore Antofagasta’s west coast shipping role and boost nitrate and copper regions hit by shutdowns. Argentina concessions and Buenos Aires documents are awaited in January. The line pledges regional benefits for Salta and Antofagasta, with tourism and east coast connections likely shifting routes.

Antofagasta Salta Argentina Une Buenos Aires Chile Altofagasta Mendoza Valparaiso

Mrs. Miriam Ferguson Becomes Texas Governor

Chief Justice C. M. Cureton administers the oath as Mrs. Miriam A. Ferguson is sworn in as Texas governor. Former governor James E. Ferguson stands nearby, credited with helping her return to the state house after one term.

Nother Lone Star State Miriem A. (Ma) Ferguson Texas C. M. Cureton James E. Ferguson Stats House

Roosevelt Visits Big Muscle Shoals Power Plant

President elect Roosevelt toured the Muscle Shoals site with congressional leaders and power experts. He spoke of government operation plans and the need to put Muscle Shoals back on the map. Senator Norris and other supporters described the visit as promising for early action. He then proceeded to Warm Springs for a two week stay.

George Roosevelt Hig Ano Lkely Noris Sheffield Ais Muscle Shoals Project Congress Norrie Washington Warm Springs Bonday

State Forester Reports Fire Damage and Costs in 1932

Charleston West Virginia January 21 The fiscal year 1932 saw 61134 acres burned by fires with $96481 in damage and $24636 in suppression costs borne by counties The total fires numbered 1163 Holliday said receipts for the year were something and expenditures 4970 A total of 197000 trees were planted since the department's establishment.

Charleston W. Va W. K. Holliday Holliday

Virginia Iron Coal and Coke Reports Net Loss

New York report shows Virginia Iron Coal and Coke company posting a net loss of 23362 after inventory and other adjustments. It contrasts with a 1931 net profit of 110363 and notes the fourth quarter profit of 19282 versus 26038 in the prior year period.

New York Virginia Tron, Coal and Coke Company Bronte

Sunny South Postcard Feeds Golf and Glamour

Vacation greetings show Mrs Reed Albee swinging on Palm Beach fairway, while a distinguished visitor, the Hon Mora Beresford, enjoys a cooling dip. Mora is daughter of Lord Decies and Diana Gould, linking New York social circles to Gould family prominence.

Ara Thees Reed Albee New York Palm Beach Mora Beresford Lord Decies Helen Vivien Gould George Jay Gould

Fake Inspector of Schools Held

A man claiming to be a school inspector, son of a Nashville judge and war veteran, was detained. He produced a hospital and prison history, but verification failed. a card listed to T. & Wilson and a 1932 discharge date raised questions. Authorities continue checks with the Veterans Bureau to establish the prisoner’s true identity.

Roy Lee Nashville Tenm Deed Eilgood Wirtz RB. Holroyd St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Washington G. Accord T. &. Wilson Virginia State Panimentiary Curtis Roscoe H. Pendleton Séelatant J. C. Fanning U. S. Veterans Bureau

May Limit Aid Bill to Wheat and Cotton

Washington in early talks the Senate agriculture committee moves toward trimming the domestic allotment farm relief bill to favor only wheat and cotton. They consider dropping peanuts rice dairy tobacco and hogs while keeping acreage reduction as a core feature though the plan faces questions on withholding curtailment requirements from farmers. Leader McNary notes the drive for simplification and potential removal of the broader production cuts.

Washington House Senate Agriculture Lneup Hut McNary

Virginia Counties to Get Relief Fund

A $361,054 emergency Tellar loan was authorized by the reconstruction corporation for Virginia. The fund will aid 12 counties and four cities during January and February, with the state highway department redirecting funds to relief work except for materials and supplies. County and city names are not yet released.

Washington Reconstruction Corporation Virginia Virginia Joan State Highway Department of Virginia

Best Thing in Life Is a Good Meal at Jimmy’s Restaurant

Jimmy’s Restaurant proclaims the best thing in life is a good meal, selling ready made and fresh dishes daily. The ad touts chop suey, chow mein, steaks, poultry, seafood and crab at affordable prices. It emphasizes quality, variety and the pleasure of dining at home.

Ife Jimmy Rantia Jimmy

W T Gravely Dies at Jenkin Jones

W T Gravely, long time Pocahontas Fuel Co employee, died suddenly of a heart attack yesterday at his son’s home in Jenkin Jones. Funeral services set for Monday at 2 PM at 400 Federal Street with interment in Woodlawn cemetery. He was a Henry County Virginia native. Survived by two sons and two daughters including W L Gravely and G F Gravely, all of Jenkin Jones and this city.

W. T. Gravely Parahontas Fuel Company W. l. Gravely Jenkin Jones Gravely Federal Street Woodlawn Mr. Gravaty Henry County Virginia Pocahontas Fuel Company W. L. Bravely G. F. Gravely Flove Blanch

Colonel Robins to Make Delayed Visit to White House

Washington says Colonel Raymond Robins. a noted prohibition leader and local worker, will make a delayed car to the White House within days. He disappeared last fall en route to meet the president, prompting extensive searches and reports of possible kidnapping by rum-runners.

Washington Raymond Hoebins Eee Jooger Whit House Colonel Robins Robins News York White House Aim Florida North Carolina House of Representative Appropriations Amos W.W. Woodcock Prohibition

Maybe May Suitchback Mary Helen King

Maybury West Virginia January 21 The Maybeury Parent Teacher Association met with a large crowd The program featured addresses by Mr Anderson of North Fork and Principal W C Myers of Elkhorn Vocal duets by Mr and Mrs Howard Frezier Misses Farmer and Bailey Readings and a post program reception The Women’s Missionary Society gave Rev and Mrs Barnett a house warming and pantry items afterward Several local residents visited Northfork and Damascus VA for services and family events including trips by H P Grubb Marvin Wright and F M Rouse Miss Margaret King and Miss Kilian Cread hosted guests Pearl Brown Roanoke plans to visit Sunday

Maybeury W. Va Maybeury Parent-Teacher Association Anderson Northfork W. C. Myers Elkhorn Howard Frezier Coopers Mieses Farmer and Bailey Women's Missionary Society Barnett H. P. Grubb Marvin Wright F. M. Rouse Phuraday Damascus Httle” Dailey Wright Mies Margaret King Killian Cread Upland C. H. Spencer Warn Mies Pearl Brown Roanoke

Keys Loses Leg After Bayboro Car Crash

Joseph Keys of Washington D C head of the Keys Planing St H Bluefield Va suffered amputation of a leg following injuries from a recent automobile accident at Bayboro North Carolina The operation was in Washington D C where he has been a patient since just after the crash Friends report he withstood the procedure and his condition is favorable Keys is well known throughout the region.

Joseph Keys Washington, D. C Keys Planing Sth Bluefield Bayboro N. C Keys

James M. Martin Dies From Road Crash Injuries

James M. Martin, longtime Bluefield resident and former postal worker, died from head and leg injuries after a two car collision on the Princeton Bluefield road near the park while walking along the north side. Police say Lewey and Hopkins attempted to pass, a bumper strike caused Martin’s injuries. he had been conscious until about an hour before death. Funeral at New Hope Church with Odd Fellows pallbearers, burial at Oakwood Cemetery Princeton.

Pentane McNeal Park Princeton-Bluefeld Martin Bluefield Hopkins Lowey Hopking Lewey Papa Glenwood Park Princeton Mercer County Slaters G. E. Martin R. F D. A We Martin Dunis W. Va Mra Lucy Hylton Ide Whey Plymouth John 4. Craig Knoxville New Hope Church Ben S& Johnson First Christian Church Mr. Martin Dr. Johnson W. M. Elia Glenwood Methodist Church Oakwood Cemetery Odd Fellows

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