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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1934
Page
1
A June 1 snowstorm struck Butte following hours of heavy rain. Pedestrians and motorists faced treacherous conditions and traffic was hampered. The storm threatened damage to trees while moisture fell generally across Montana. Farmers welcomed the crop rejuvenation from the storm.
Washington June 1 Congress applauded Roosevelt's refusal to pass war debt legislation this session and backed his call for debtors to make substantial sacrifices. He linked debt settlements to efforts to curb armaments, noting Finland as the only nation in good standing and stating no new legislation was needed this session.
In Los Angeles on June 1 a riot harming at least 50 people erupted when police dispersed a crowd of unemployed outside welfare offices. About 2,500 people gathered as police and reserves moved in within half an hour. Three women were arrested amid clashes with officers.
Buffalo June 1 The Boy Scouts of America at their annual convention voted to use the mails to provide training in scout leadership for rural boys previously missed. They reelected national officers led by Walter W. Head of St Louis and heard bids for the 1936 convention from Atlantic City Milwaukee Indianapolis Cincinnati Miami Hot Springs Washington Columbus. Next year’s meeting is expected in Washington D C with a national jamboree.
June heat reaches new highs across the Midwest and Plains with Chicago at 102.2 degrees and Morris Illinois at 107. Drought relief allotments totaling 5.476 million dollars are announced for ten states while Minnesota and the Dakotas report scattered showers. Governor Floyd Olson imposes an embargo on livestock shipments to conserve feed amid the emergency.
In Joliet Illinois on June 1 a 124 degree reading was logged at the ROCC quarry of the state penitentiary. Warden Frank D Whipp halted work for the day and sent 200 convicts back to camp as safety precautions.
Washington June 1 Senator Hatfield Republican West Virginia gave cryptic remark I am at peace with the world amid growing speculation he will retire from politics to return to medical practice Others named as potential rivals include George M Fisher Hugh Ike Shott Walter Hallanan Carl Bachmann Frank Bowman Robert Hogg W G Conley and T C Townsend Hatfield remains active in the senate voting against many administration measures while options for 1932 nomination swirl around him
Three hundred union employees of the Toledo Edison Electric company accepted a 20 percent wage restoration and called off a planned strike that threatened power and lighting for northwestern Ohio. The vote followed rioting last week that left two dead and over 200 injured. Chief mediator Charles P. Taft signaled possible settlements soon in the automotive strike.
Toulon France June 1 French gendarmes seized an American in the naval arsenal and handed him to authorities. Anulry Nikolajeski 38 said he is American but claimed to be a tourist with no papers. He is the third American questioned in espionage cases, with Switz couple previously under Paris inquiry.
Huntington West Virginia June 1 acting under the new mayor council charter the citizens board elected Porter W. Smith 37 a Republican mayor to serve until January 1 1935 The board voted 14 to 7 for Smith over J Frank Easton While Dr W M York contests Smiths eligibility Smith resigned as president of the citizens board May 7 The interim mayor and council will take effect June 11 replacing the former commission government
General Hugh 8. Johnson studies threatened steel and textile strikes and aims to avert them while no concrete plan exists. AFL leader William Greene accuses employers of denying collective bargaining rights under the NRA. Across the Midwest, Toledo Edison workers cancel a planned strike after wage concessions. other talks suggest settlements in auto and longshoremen disputes. Violence flares briefly in Cleveland as tugmen clash and boats are blocked. Minor settlements occur in Pekin and Birmingham as drought lifts milk prices trigger dairy disputes.
Senator Robinson plans to move Tugwell's nomination from the agriculture committee to the full Senate for consideration despite Chairman Smith opposition. Tugwell, Roosevelt advisor and current assistant secretary of agriculture, faced earlier delays as efforts to confirm him stalled amid partisan resistance.
Washington report says the chamber ended two days of roll calls with a 234 to 91 vote to adopt a new procedure granting the speaker power to push bills quickly and avoid votes. Tension flared as a near-fight between Representatives Deen and Elise prompted the sergeant at arms to intervene.
Three robbers working in daylight pulled off a $17,000 heist in Conshohocken New Pennsylvania. The money from a Philadelphia Federal Reserve Bank shipment to a local factory payroll was dropped from a Reading company train in two mail sacks. A station wagon driver helped move the pouches while masked gunmen confronted witnesses. An accomplice in a waiting car joined, and the trio fled in a stolen auto later found near Norristown.
Roger W. Babson told the Boston chamber Executives club that Roosevelt’s recovery program is doomed due to a too high structure on too weak a foundation. He praised Hoover for trying to build a recovery but said leaders failed to construct a viable base.
Four orphans aged eight to seventeen in Harlan Kentucky displayed bloody, torn bodies and alleged their aunt Lula Maples 35 of Wallins beat them. Maples was arrested on assault and battery and jailed. Children Lula Perkins 8 Mal lard Ballou 11 Willard Ballou 12 Andrew Ballou 17 described repeated beating to finish hoeing a corn field in three days. Andrew said father died in a mine accident at Jellico Tennessee and mother died in a Tennessee hospital. they’ve lived with their aunt since.
Washington reports a special labor board for steel is studied as a method to avert a large steel strike. Officials weigh NRA impact, with steel workers divided on action while textile bosses warn of a looming walkout within days. Recovery admin seeks groundwork before invoking penalties. Johnson cites auto board success as a likely solution.
Miss Pickford proceeds with divorce against Douglas Fairbanks despite reconciliation rumors. Through Loyd Wright and Charles E. Millikan she secures service by publication as he is in England. She states he left California May 23 1933 and currently resides at United Artists Studio London.
Representatives from France and Germany agreed on the Saar plebiscite date set for Sunday January 13 1985. They also pledged no reprisals against Saar presidents and dropped plans for an international police force.
Police uncovered a plan to poison an entire neighborhood after four gum samples at Mrs. Georgia McKenzie's home tested positive for a deadly poison. Similar gum sticks were found on nearby steps, with analysis pending tomorrow.
Mayor LaGuardia aboard the 33 000 ton Pennsylvania greets Admiral Sellers as the fleet anchors in New York. Sailors receive shore leave and open ships draw crowds while postmen deliver 100 000 letters. Sellers says the fleet stays ready for duty and clarifies the California to fleet move was not a joy ride during training.
State Senator John Myers of the second district suffered an eye hemorrhage and was reported in serious condition at Glendale hospital tonight. His home is Moundsville West Virginia.
At Geneva talks the League of Nations accepts Bolivia appeal for arbitration with Paraguay's agreement, while both capitals issue war notices. Paraguay claims 15 miles of defense seized and 150 Bolivian dead. Bolivia accuses Paraguayan troops of savagery and scalping. The council will issue nonbinding recommendations under covenant Article 15, potentially affecting an arms embargo.
John DeMotte, 28, the stepson of Louisville novelist Charles Neville Buck, died after a foul tip struck him in the heart during a twilight game between Orleans and Brewster in Orleans Massachusetts. He leaves a widow and infant son.
The stock exchange control bill clears Congress and heads to the White House for President Roosevelt's signature. It creates a five member commission to regulate the exchange and sets margin rules via the Federal Reserve Board, with liability protections for corporate officers and directors and strict timing for suits and bond requirements.
London June 1 representatives of thirty nine nations agreed on a complete revision of conventions governing copyright patents trade marks and designs after a conference lasting over a month. The new conventions form will be signed tomorrow and guarantee patent priority for the inventor in all signatory countries provided filings are completed within a year.
Parkersburg West Virginia June 1 Co F Skip Rathbone aged 67 longtime field deputy for the state tax commissioner died at his Parkersburg home. He played an active role in Republican politics in the state and was a delegate to the McKinley nomination convention. He retired as a field deputy several months ago.
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