Do not rely on God alone without prudent effort
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1939
Page
12
Financing Bonneville Power Project Raises Budget Concerns
The piece criticizes spending on the Bonneville hydroelectric project in Oregon highlighting how the Interior Department and federal agencies use lump sum appropriations to fund the project. It notes $3.5 million from Interior, $2.8 million from Rivers and Harbors, plus $13.6 million allocated by Ickes and Hopkins from PWA and WPA sums.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bonneville
Oregon
Interior Department
Congress
Ickes
PWA
Hopkins
WPA
Yankee Clipper sets record for transatlantic air service
The Yankee Clipper flying boat, 411 tons with a 14 crew, can carry 74 passengers and may fly the old world to the new in about 25 hours via the northern route. One way passages cost 350 to 400 dollars and meals and sleeping quarters are provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old World
Atlantic
Damaged Suit Ends With Impromptu Marriage
In Omaha a damage suit by a young woman for injuries from riding in the defendant’s car ended when the couple suddenly wed. The case collapsed as they chose to marry, a twist the report calls one over on the lawyers and Cupid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Dan Cupid
A Great Argument Against War
The piece argues that federal spending under the current administration risks pushing the national debt toward 45 billion by 1940, with unemployment high and taxes looming. It warns that entering a major war could double the debt to 90 billion, reinforcing isolationist sentiment among the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
United States
Treasury
Coal tax burden soaks one tenth of mined output
The article notes that one ton out of every ten mined last year went to pay federal and state coal taxes. Total tax payments are estimated to equal what producers earned from about thirty five million tons of output at current mine prices. The writer calls the tax a severe handicap amid labor troubles.
Reynolds Declares US Friendly With No Nations
North Carolina Senator Reynolds warned that the United States has no friends on earth and that foreign nations can go to hell his remarks portraying himself as wholly American and outspoken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reynolds
North Carolina
United States
Weill
We are three we can beat you editorial stance
The piece contrasts a wholesome American family scene with fear of youth parading before a dictator. It argues against tyranny and emphasizes traditional family roles while warning that the world may soon face a rise of oppressive regimes. The tone reflects patriotic anxiety and calls for protection of freedom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Algona Town
Advance
A Man's Prayer for a Life of Risk and Spirit
A short prose verse seeking a strong, balanced life full of testing triumphs and joys. It asks to experience love, laughter, risk, and resilience, ending with an epitaph about living fully and understanding others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cannes
Timmence Bale Of The Simon Pure Hooey Stuff
Washington May 31 a new deal annual oS Sesceane OS the out standing propaganda of the year will un pee Rghe My dissenting vote among the government publicity agents. Up until last Friday there might have been doubt. Then the United States USHA gave to our world one third ill housed release No 298 78 replied the least of its innovations was the omission of numbering from its pages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Mallon
Washington
New Deal
United States
USHA
Unclear funds cited for New Deal era housing loans many millions
Fragmentary notes claim large loan commitments totaling 860 million with added earmarks, yet leave the reader without clear figures on how many slum dwellers gained better homes. The excerpt critiques opacity in spending details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iuties
Unannounced sum totals reveal slow spend of city commitments
The grand total of 660,000000 of commitments includes about 225,000,000 set aside for cities that may cancel them. USHA drags, not from staff but from cities resisting impact on property values. Experience shows funds should be spent slowly to be wise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
USHA
Propaganda Award Eligibility Question Sparked by WPA Survey
The New York housing survey by the WPA could be a contender but only government entries from Washington are eligible. New Yorkers may consolation with a cast iron lollipop prize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
World Housing Survey
New York
WPA
Washington
Controversy Over WPA Housing Propaganda Promotion
The piece cites Lieut. Col. Somervell and the WPA on a $4.5 billion housing push to employ 2.5 million, claim of $2 billion in materials, and clashes with New York WPA readers who question Washington's stance. It notes foreign publications and comparisons of European programs and federal loan guarantees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
USHA
Somervell
WPA
New York’s Building Boom Cited In Oversight
An overlooked era from 1920 to 1930 saw a U S construction surge amid limited European building. Current figures rise as the focus shifts to housing bills in Washington and the Row Teel pensal guide is noted for valuation and consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Penue
U. S
Petting Crect Co
Gautcie Mae
Washington
Misinformation in Daily Information Pieces
The text critiques two prize hoodwinks as typical of daily misinformation produced by margins propaganda systems. It notes government officials and press face mutual inaccuracies and protection needs amid publicity, with reference to World War II era syndication and restricted distribution.
Forty Years Ago Today Local Officials and Residents Noted
Highlights from four decades include Captain Thomas Peery elected commissioner of revenue in Clear Fork district and Malcolm W. Bryan of Roanoke visiting Bluefield for business. A Bluefield couple arrived to start a new home after marriage is noted along with several relocations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Peery
Graham
Clear Fork
Malcolm W. Bryan
Roanoke
Bluefield
Roby Duncan
Andersonville
Ind
P. J. Haine
Princess Anne
Co. E. Pedigo
Robert Lampton
France
George Chauvicourt
Glenwood Park
Virginia Coleman
James E. Eaton
Bristol
Tazewell County
Earl
Pocahontas
Abion, MB
The Once Over by H Phillips on auto accidents and courtesy
An essay questions American reactions to auto crashes. It fantasizes about flowers and notes after collisions, imagines formal driver licenses and interrogations, and critiques the lack of courtesy in road incidents with a call for gentler, pleasanter responses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
T. Wesley Potts
Hollywood Life Backstage Drama Reveals Star Helpers
A backstage look at how press agents, hairdressers, grips, and still-men shape star perception. Carole Lombard and Louise Campbell are praised for cooperation on set while others are criticized for arrogance. The piece notes Campbell’s rise from stage to screen and her contract path with Paramount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
Clark Gable
Carole Lombard
Mrs. Gable
Louise Campbell
Ing
Gros
Atll-Man
Miss Campbell
Crosby
Campbell
The Great American Hash Issue
A letter from Jim O’Hayer endorses standardizing hash in restaurants to ensure onions and consistency. He urges targeting major chains and sending demands to improve menu labeling and consistency across branches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mioe
Cannon Cy
Jim O'Hayer
Associated de
Keeps Lookout For Celebrities At Central Park Reservoir
A fragmentary column notes pedestrians around the Central Park Reservoir with Tom as the expert on celebrity sighting. It mentions George M and David Warfield among names and compares walking times with an unknown champion who completes the course in under sixteen minutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Central Park Reservoir
Tom
George M
David Warfield
Gan
Paul Whiteman
Dorgan
Whiteman
Paradise
Uncle Sam
Wash
Mabel
Swoope
Old World A
Sage
Sw Gazette
Newshawk
Marriage Solvent Rumors Tie to Shirra Band Tour
In Clarksburg West Virginia on May 31 radio and stage singer Mrs Shirra denied rumors about marital trouble. She said she and her husband Jack Shirra would leave that night with their daughter to join a native city tour and the traveling band.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarksburg
W. Va
Judge Starr
Jack Shirra
Jurors Named for U S Court in Southern West Virginia June Term
The grand and petit juries for the June term of the United States Court for Southern West Virginia are named. Judge McClintic will preside. criminal docket and trial calendar detail motions, paneling, and specific cases including U S versus Richard M. Mosrie and West Virginia Power Company et al. Also lists grand and petit jurors by last name and residence across counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand and Petit
Ute
United States Court
West Virginia
McClintic
Jary
Impane
Ieee En
Omnis
Tat Deen Faa
Ale Ae O'E
Ate
U. S. of America
Richard M. Mosrie
Cass
United Pocahontas Con Comme
A. of America
Mary’ ‘Lee
Bailey
Joey Bailey
West Duty
Manuel Brenham
Lewis Branham
Ra Roberts
Ae Bailey
G. B. Blanken
Oessenceies Life
Lge
Y ‘Wright
Howard Wright Et al Civil Action
Phillip T. Lilly
Bluefield
John Peters
East Beckley
H. L. Mon A. Lee
Hanover
W. County
L. A. Hooper
Cal M
Elkhorn
Arvel Orris
Ye. Eunice
Raleigh Ae
G. Smisko
E. Jenkins
Gary
Lilly
Eccles
Raleigh
T. C. Weeks
Affinity
Leigh County
W. A. Bivins
J. P. Bonner
Beckley
Harry Bhue-hammer
Field
Lee Painter
Welch
Mason Wiley
Lerena
John T. Dixie
Bramwell
Luther Clarke
Daniels
County
A. Raleigh Nicewander
Coopers
Et Toutson Jr
Camp
W. Dalton
L. C. Valentine
Kimball
Jas. Cooper
Windom
H. T. Goforth
J. R. Thomp
Sherman Davis
Han- Mastin
Roadhouse Theft Report Involving Dancer and Stolen Jewelry
W. or May 31. Mrs. Ma' M. Limbers reports a theft at a roadside dining establishment while she danced. Porg, E. Murphy asserts the suspect took $75 in cash and rings valued at $350 from her person.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Murphy
Ma’ M. Limbers
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