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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1936
Page
13
A fragment notes Paul as saying false apostles deceitfully present themselves as Christ’s servants while calling Peckivers the most dangerous members of society for trifling with affections and sacred obligations as Crabbe warned.
A public message emphasizes that the constitution is the shield for homeowners wage earners business professionals youth and mature citizens. It asserts the constitution protects ownership contracts independence opportunity stability and fundamental rights for all Americans.
Professor Moley, editor of Today and early Roosevelt brain trust figure, warned at a New York dinner that current tax proposals threaten capital essential to economic society. He said low income earners will ultimately pay higher government costs and debt, calling them a missionary fattened for a cannibal feast. He urged Congress to recognize incomes in higher brackets cannot fund government as is.
The piece asserts Mussolini is defiant over Africa, ready to challenge Britain and willing to smash the League of Nations if needed to reach fascist Italy's aims. It argues force and conquest justify history and notes U.S. disapproval of imperial actions, contrasting with past Japan Manchuria actions.
The piece argues Britain will not risk a costly war to reverse Italy’s gains in Africa. It notes Mussolini’s bold posture in Rome and claims the empire of the ancient Judah is gone, with subtleties about historical losses and modern power dynamics.
The piece discusses Senator Elmer Benson’s proposed penal bill targeting editors for spreading false reports to incite war, drawing harsh criticism from Editor & Publisher. It argues such censorship would threaten constitutional freedom, noting press liberty remains vital despite calls to curb sensational or biased reporting.
A princess, eldest daughter of the late King Feisal of Iraq and sister of Ghazi I, elopes in Athens with Greek bellhop Anastasios Charlambos. Sweden considers a bill allowing princes to wed commoners without losing royal rights, promising new blood strains for royalty.
Citizens opposed to Roosevelt demand a different approach while maintaining votes in millions and discussing a $200 monthly pension proposal they have not yet implemented.
The poem recalls Ethiopian dead in bush and canyon and plains. It contrasts ancient glory with grim modern force and famine while critiquing sermons and mission money that fail to save. It paints Addis Ababa’s faded splendor and a desolate battlefield landscape.
The marriage of John B. Ratcliffe and Miss Mollie M. Roberts on the bride's uncle W. L. Payne residence is noted. The Colored Women's Baptist convention of West Virginia met at Scott Street Baptist church in Bluefield. Dr. D. Mayer, regent of Bluefield Colored Institute, visited from Charleston on business.
Thirty years ago today Thomas Smith died at his home on King street Alta Vista near Bluefield hosted a wedding between Jeff C. Brown and Miss Nannie E. Barnes at the residence of Mrs Sam C Barnes George A Shirey was appointed to the board of supervisors succeeding the resigned David G Lilly
The Virginian railway invites bids on an experimental coal car rated at 120 tons. C T Alley and Miss Alice Burke of Bluefield wed in Roanoke. British and German warships clashed in one of the largest naval battles linked to Jutland in the wartime dispatches.
Ten years ago today Miss Bertha Spangler and Samuel L. Callaway wed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Parrish in the city. W. M. Farmer became chancellor commander of Bluefield lodge of Knights of Pythians. Mrs. Shilda Looney widow of George Oscar Looney won a verdict of 53750 against the Norfolk and Western railway for injuries in a railroad accident.
Herbert Plumme records Washington politics as Representative Samuel B. Hill, a key tax expert, withdraws from a Senate race in 1934 due to administration pressure. Hill moves to the 12 year tax appeal board post, avoiding re elections and retaining influence.
The piece notes Hill will bring deep inside knowledge of congressional tax policy to the board. He served on the joint committee on internal revenue taxation and the ways and means committee and has pushed to close tax leaks while awaitings its vacancy. The board holds a 15 year non reappointable term.
New York society notes profile Ellen Mackay Berlin wife of Irving Berlin as a literary worker and social figure in Broadway circles. Dexter Fellowes, circus publicist, debunks extravagant legends about his feats while receiving attention at a party marking his autobiography.
A humorous portrait of the British liner Queen Mary describing its immense size and features. The piece jokes about its length decks hotels on board multiple yacht clubs and a cinema zone while noting quirks such as spacious cabins and unique passenger questions.
The piece notes President Roosevelt telling the GOP they control the radio during convention week and the Old Guard views offer Democrats a potential advantage. It also mentions William Fox filing a bankruptcy plea with nine million in liabilities and Lucctus Beebe-Bill Rose claiming Texas as the biggest state.
The column offers guidance for born on June 5 and June 6 including favorable hours and danger periods. It cautions against regulating others, nudges self analysis, and notes potential career paths such as shop management, interior decorating, writing or business leadership. Emphasizes friendship, prudent restraint, and conscientious self-improvement.
June 5 births include William Sprague a prominent manufacturer Lyman Spalding a physician Henry Wurtz a chemist George T Angell a philanthropist Bushrod Washington a jurist and Columbus Delano a congressman The list highlights diverse achievements across industry medicine law and public service.
A fragmented prose piece riffs on medical bills and exaggerated costs. The speaker imagines a patient complaining about doctor charges and a Townsend doctor. References to Zioncheck and a farmer mishearing a signed check hint at political and social themes with a mock guillotine image.
A fragmented line describes pillars feeding on something, climbing out on branches, then being struck with a wooden ghovel. The text is incomplete and lacks clear context or attribution.
Lew Ayers first directing effort with Hearts in Bondage receives mixed reception as a battle of Monitor versus Merrimac in 1862 drives action. Fritz Leiber stars Ericsson with James Dunn Mae Clarke and David Manners, while other stars like Olivia de Havilland Barbara Stanwyck Dolores Costello Barrymore and Jerome Kern feature in brief notes on careers and plans.
A compact critique of Mrs. Belloc Lowndes's The Second Key a tale of jealousy turning a young wife into a murderous impulsive killer. The review notes the heroine is the wife of a wealthy rigid British millionaire who isolates her and spurs a fatal love triangle ending in ruin for all involved.
Washington notes Borah contemplates a long public struggle, possibly aligning with London influences or Roosevelt, while fearing retirement to Boise. Analysts cite his principles of nationalism and anti monopoly and his bid to defeat the Hillen camp, with Cleveland speeches expected to reveal shifts.
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