Manton Convicted in Conspiracy to Obstruct Justice
Former federal judge Martin T. Manton was found guilty by a federal jury of conspiracy to obstruct justice and to deprive the United States of impartial services. The verdict came after an 11 day trial with about four hours of deliberation. He faces up to two years in prison and a ten thousand dollar fine. Co defendant Spector remains held on seventeen thousand dollars bail. A motion for a new trial was set for June 20 before Judge W Calvin Chestnut.
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Maryland
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Roosevelt
Judge Martin Freed on Bribery Charges Acquitted
New York jurors tonight acquitted Martin George W. of a $1,000 bribery charge involving a car penalty. The trial centered on alleged unlawful fees and judicial corruption in city cases.
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Germans Disturbed by Czech Passive Resistance
Berlin reports Czech passive resistance unsettles German officials in Bohemia as tensions rise. The June 3 dispatch notes increased friction between occupation authorities and Czech communities seeking nonviolent dissent.
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Berlin
Bohemia
President Recovers After Sinus Attack
Unclear language reports the president is better after a sinus attack and mentions concerns about temperature and health during a tense period as days pass.
Refugees May Get Temporary Haven
Report notes refugees aboard the St Louis faced Cuba waiting plans and quota restraints. An offer emerged to settle on another vessel, the steamer, with potential temporary haven pending admission to the United States.
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Ten Fined in Gambling Raids
County and state officers raided Bluefield establishments yesterday afternoon arresting ten men at four locations. They were charged with operating poolrooms and the possession and sale of baseball tickets. See Page 2.
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Bluefield
Britain Bitter at Sub Disaster
Liverpool residents react with anger and questions after the Thetis submarine disaster. The public laments losses and demands answers on how many were saved and what went wrong as officials consider the implications.
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Liverpool
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Thetis Disaster Deepens Mystery in Irish Sea Tragedy
Hope faded for 96 men aboard the British submarine Thetis after hours of air supply with salvage vessels securing the hull. Admiralty said no lives could be saved though work continued as divers searched the wreck in Liver Bay.
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Two Escape Death In 70 Foot Car Plunge
Earl Ratcliff 18 and another passenger escaped death when their car plunged 70 feet into the Elk and Western railway right of way. Ratcliff, son of Mr and Mrs BE Ratcliff of Fork, was still unconscious last night with probable fracture suspected. The car was moving south at a moderate speed, witnesses said, when the crash occurred. See Page 2.
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Hughes 15 Suffering From Duodenal Ulcer
An official statement today said Hughes 15 is suffering from a duodenal ulcer affecting the small intestine. The chief justice will receive complete rest and a specific diet. recovery is already anticipated, per Nelson A. Porter, assistant clerk of the supreme court.
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Stuart Nominated for Virginia Senate at Richlands Meet
Harry C. Stuart of Elx Garden wins Democratic nomination in the 18th district at Richlands. Senator Shumate says he will not seek re election, clearing path for Caudill and other hopefuls as party figures discuss future nominations in Giles Bland Wythe and Pulaski counties.
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Wyoming man held in Crap Game slaying
Oscar Donlow, 31, of Madeings wees county, was shot and killed at Corrine at 7 25 o clock last night. Oliver Atwood, Cliff Lon Cecil and Trooper Mullens were placed in Pineville with the murder. The killing followed a fight over a crap game. Donlow leaves a wife and two children.Atwood has a wife and three children.
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Cliff Lon Cecil
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Pineville
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Roosevelt faces possible Labor Board probe over act amendment
Washington reports that President Roosevelt may face a House investigation into the National Labor Relations Board if Congress does not get a vote on labor act amendments. Representative Cox of Ga plans to push for a rules committee action, with similar inquiries drafted by others. Native Martin, Republican of Massachusetts, remarks on the situation.
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Rules Committee
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Clipper Delayed by Mechanical Trouble Ahead of Europe Flight
Threaten Probe reports the Clipper's mechanical trouble forcing a delay in the Baltimore to Europe run. The carrier said the automatic pilot failed to feed properly and the ship would depart Port Washington for Europe at 2 p.m. tomorrow with a 13 man crew led by C. Lorber and a son of mail service.
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Oxygen Bars for Hangovers Move Into The Future
Former army doctor Arnold S Tuttle says oxygen bars plus exercise may cure hangovers. Mayo Clinic studies confirm similar findings with subjects walking on treadmills while breathing oxygen. He proposed stewardesses administer oxygen to travelers, citing reports of rapid recovery from hangover symptoms.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Mayo Clinic
Ee Minn
Arnold S Tuttle
School of Aviation Medicine
Randolph Field
Texas
Comercial Company
United At Lines
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Garner weighs 1940 presidential bid despite Roosevelt run
Close associates reveal Vice President Garner plans a possible bid for the Democratic nomination in 1940 even if Roosevelt seeks reelection. A Garner for President group has mailed thousands of letters, and advisers urge active campaigning in state conventions.
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Garner
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FE. B. Germany
Texas
Tor Garner
Suit moved in four miners case over union shop by Harlan group
Pineville Kentucky June 3 Circuit Judge James M Gilbert ordered transfer to federal court in a suit by four miners to enjoin a Harlan county coal group from signing a union shop with the United Mine Workers of America The plaintiffs allege the contract violates the Wagner act and federal issues are involved A national guardsman and troops have been stationed for three weeks after a shooting incident involving a speeding automobile in the area
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James M. Gilbert
Harlan County
Two Killed Nine Injured in Texas Train Wreck
Ranger Texas reports a Pacific passenger train derailed causing two deaths and nine injuries. Engineer L M Mann aged 65 and Fireman Ern from Fort Worth were among the deceased. Railroad officials described the wreck as severe with cars toppled and passengers shaken.
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