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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1936
Page
13
The passage lists subscription rates and zones for the Associated Press paper, describing domestic and foreign delivery areas, advance payment terms, and telephone contact. It cites various quotes and ends with a Diogenes aphorism about stores full of mice and disease.
The U S Supreme Court rules 5 to 4 that the 1934 municipal bankruptcy act is unconstitutional, citing states rights violations. The decision fuels debate on Congress leadership, constitutional limits, and the Roosevelt era policy stance amid calls for accountability and scrutiny of legislative motives. Roosevelt references to Guffey pact broaden the controversy.
The piece notes American women have long traveled to challenge for the British championship but none have won. Pam Barton, a 19 year old Londoner, captures the title as American stars led by Glenna Collett Ware and Babe Didrickson fail to reach the final rounds. It compares for both men and women and cites British dominance in the women’s event.
An editorial laments Memorial Day neglect of fallen soldiers and argues the day has shifted toward entertainment. It cites the Indy 500, CBS Six Spectacles, air travel, Davis Cup, Franklin Field events, and the Queen Mary crossing as distracting excesses that have caused fatalities and degraded the holiday’s meaning.
In Newton Massachusetts the school superintendent proposes a pilot course in driving for students. It would stress courtesy safety and mechanical knowledge to build safe responsible drivers. Proponents cite traffic deaths and a large driving population as reasons to start this education in public schools.
Vermont Senator Warren R. Austin denounces the WPA in the Senate. He accuses the agency of diverting public funds from relief to Democratic political machines, discriminating against citizens, extorting relief cases, waste and incompetence, and intimidating the public with tyrannical power.
Dorothy Brown Thompson writes of neighbor trees sharing strength and shelter. A lone tree endures winds and snow better when roots and branches intertwine with nearby trees, offering mutual support and protection. The poem celebrates community and cooperation among living things in spirit.
In Welch the McDowell County Republican convention endorsed Ash M. Price of Bluefield for state auditor. Obituary notes mention Mrs. F. W. Atkinson dies at her East End home. Chas Shuff, bookkeeper for Goodwill Coal and Coke, took his own life.
Dr. Samuel E. Sayers Jr of Bluefield died in Chicago. The Raleigh Street Colored Methodist Church cornerstone was laid. W L Woolwine of Bluefield was killed at Artrip Virginia after falling from a bridge en route to railroad work.
Walter Compton and Miss Ollie Miles wed as Carranza questioned U S good faith and warned of armed resistance. Miss Mary C Disbro and Roy S Morrison married at Bland Street Methodist Church.
The Bluefield shirt factory begins operation as Memorial school in south Bluefield is dedicated. Within twenty minutes Bluefield rallies to lead the United Jewish campaign.
Arthur Vandenberg remains a frequent subject in presidential nomination chatter despite his repeated denials. Observers say his current statements may reflect genuine intent for the 1940 race, though that would not affect any plans for 193? presidential considerations.
The Michigan senator, active in the senate, suggests decentralizing WPA funds and assigning federal relief to states by formula based on need and population. He argues states would decide relief project spending, a move tied to Republican critiques of Hopkins and relief policy.
The article notes dwindling Republican governors and suggests state administration of relief funded by Uncle Sam could appeal to Democratic nonfederal office holders. It discusses possible Senate support for Vandenberg's plan even if the House rejects it and cites expectations of Republicans winning more governorships and House seats in November. Farley is cited as a skeptic.
An assorted New York roundup recalls aging milestones like Gertrude Ederle’s channel swim and traces careers of actors, directors, and press agents. Highlights include Katharine Cornell’s publicist Ray Henderson, Theatre Guild PR Russell Crouse, and anecdotes about Ada Behan, Ernst Lubitsch, Jean Harlow, Warner Baxter, Billy Rose, Bernard Baruch, and William Allen White’s son Bud.
The ICC orders passenger rail rates reduced to 2 cents per mile, five miles for a dime, effective June 1. The decision argues lower fares boost competition from buses and planes, while railroads worry about revenue and future services.
A government tree planting initiative is dropped amid reports of fewer squirrels than expected. Representative Zioncheck waded in the Radio City fountain, disproving claims he would be overwhelmed if he touched a bird bath. House witnesses in the inquiry mood shift toward childlike, wholesome tones as a revival of George Ade’s The Country Chairman opens in New York.
A fragmented weather note mentions a 35 year cycle and a six inch rain. It references the Black Legion suspected in two Cleveland murders and hints at political tensions over budget concerns. The piece also notes Dizzy Dean broadcasts and a deer hunting ban lifting, with odd asides about Santa.
Horoscope like column assigns life guidance for June 2 birthdays. It warns on timing and dangers, urges caution with foresight, and suggests advantages in new ventures, marriage decisions, and prudent money handling. It highlights artistic careers and curious traits for those born June 2.
Nicholas P. Trist lawyer and diplomat. Philip Kearney major-general. Willard Saulsbury statesman. John G. Saxe poet journalist lecturer. George W. Smalley journalist. George H. Corliss inventor. Summary lists prominent 19th century Americans and their professions.
A review of Frans Blomf s The Conquest of Yucatan notes the Spanish conquest after Aztecs, describing how Spaniards overwhelmed the Maya in Yucatan with horse and guns. It praises the work for detailing Maya civilization and its contrast with Europe, including gold hunger and cultural descriptions.
Hollywood founder Walt Disney discusses the Snow White and Rose Red feature in early development. He notes a budget of 500000 to 750000 dollars, a year of story work, 300000 to 500000 drawings, and a seven or eight reel length aimed at sustained dramatic interest.
Washington report outlines Roosevelt’s tactic on the corporate tax plan as a staged senate battle. insiders say he wants the house plan with changes and may delay final form until next year. the piece also notes nominating tactics for landon and borah’s bids and mentions england tea imports in 1935.
Colonel Lynn Black of the Ohio State Patrol stopped a driver when a taillight was out. The driver claimed the trooper’s taillight was out too. Black admitted he corrected the motorist with a quick warning then let him go.
The article discusses the decline of Mayan culture under Spanish conquest, noting most Mayas survive but their culture faded. It challenges pseudo-scientific origins claims such as Egypt, recognizes the Mayas as civilized before European contact, and mentions Old Chinese comet lore as background.
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