Injuries Fatal to Simmons Man in Collision
William H. Williams 32 of Simmons, brother of Mrs. R. Callaway, died at 4 35 pm yesterday after a collision near Pocahontas. He suffered a base of skull fracture and fatal brain pressure. an operation failed. Funeral at Hirabath town Episcopal church Saturday at 3 pm. Williams, a Bluefield resident for nine years, worked as a mechanic for Norfolk and Western shops and Pocahontas Fuel Co. He was born August 15 1900 in Elizabethtown Kentucky and survived by wife Janet Bush Williams and daughter Eleanor Churchill Williams, 7, plus his parents. He was well known in the region.
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Wiliam MH. Williams
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Mre. R
Callaway
Mount View Avenue
Ihia City
Jocahontan
Willams
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Bluefield
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Norfolk and Western Railway
Kentucky
Pocahontas Fuel Company
Porshontas
Simmona
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Christ Episcopal Church
Hia Patente
Hig Aigter
Disaster at Reinadorf fires claims many lives
Rescue squads fought a fierce blaze as fire raged through Reinadorf. Hundreds of women rushed from Wittenberg to learn their spouses fate while ambulances and vehicles ferried the injured to hospitals. Officials warned of a high casualty count and delayed official reports as investigations began.
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Heapholla
Reinadorf
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Daya
Local miner's opposition to Morrow three point plan
A historical council debate shows LOGAL GOAL MAN opposing Morrows three point plan to regulate coal markets. The speaker argues that free competition governs prices and wages, warns against northern price advantages, and cites NRA protections and transport costs as key factors shaping mine profitability and labor wages.
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Milnera
Roosevelt Urges Congress On Legislation Amid NRA Debate
President Roosevelt presses Congress to pass key legislation as conferees work on an NRA extension bill. House members express frustration over Senate amendments and potential adjournment delays while policy disputes heat up. Also advice for motorists to secure equipment on running boards to avoid crash injuries.
City and Coalfield Adverts Include Fashion and Beauty Deals
A fragment from The Times advertises dress sizes 14 to 52 at Fretwell's and Croquinole Permanent Ware at three cents per dress or two for five dollars. Mary Lee Beauty Shop promotes hair and cosmetic services at Raleigh street. Chinese Homespun silk fabric is offered at low yard prices. Music teacher Gertrude Watts advertises voice and piano lessons at Bailey Building with upcoming sessions.
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Photia
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Fretwell’s
Gertrude Watts
Bailey Building
Change of Halting Soft Coal Walkout Report
The attorney general finds the change constitutional though the latest bill draft retains the faxing feature and a 42.5 percent compliance fare on bituminous coal produced for domestic use. It also keeps the price fixing provision, with observers arguing it could clash with anti trust laws, while the bill shields such laws from applicability to compliant producers.
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Congress
Hunt begins for slayer of irl man estranged from his wits
Officere quoted the mother saying she had objected to har dens ter's companionship with the man for about a year. The report notes a red man involved and indicates authorities are pursuing a suspect in connection with the slaying.
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Three Arrested On Possession Charge On Moonshine
B J Jackson Robert Burnett and Adiles Burne all colored were arrested on the North Side charged with possessing two and a half gallons of moonshine whiskey. Arrests were made by Constable J A Tabor and Federal Agent Ryner. The trio were held at the city jail.
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J. Jackson
Robert Burnett
Adiles Burne
J. A. Tabor
Ryner
Pending Hearing Before Commissioner Thomas H. Scott
A pending hearing is listed before Commissioner Thomas H. Scott. The notice references legal proceedings and outlines a forthcoming session. Details on date, time, and location are not fully readable. readers are advised to monitor official court notices for line-by-line specifics.
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Thomas H. Scott
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Jury Verdict On Improper Operation Case In New York
Jurors found for Mrs. Lawson’s death after a trial marked by a three day deliberation. Dr Ziaimerly showed no emotion as the foreman read the verdict, while officials attended a city event honoring pollen heroes. Police and the mayor announced personnel changes, including Vincent J Sweeney’s July 9 appointment as city magistrate with a $12030 annual salary.
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Ney
Wilson Named FHA Fee Valuator in West Virginia
T O F Wilsott head of Basler Wilson company appointed fee valuator for Mercer and adjacent counties under the federal housing administration. The first West Virginia appointment announced by Jaman B Dushberry Washington official. Wilson predicted several fee valuators will be added as FHA activity grows. Headquarters planned at Parkersburg with state organization in progress. Wilson also presides over the West Virginia Real Estate Association and Southern West Virginia Real Estate Board and serves as Homeowners Loan Corporation field appraiser for five southern counties.
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Basler Wilson Company
Mercer
Adjioning
Federal Housing Administration
West Virginia
Jaman B. Dushberry
Houeme Administration
Washington, D. C
Wilcot Staten
Washington
Parkersburg
Wilson
FHA
Wileun
Fee
Willon
Dlrent
West Virginia Real Eatata Association
Southern West Virginia Real Estate Board
Home Owners Loan Corporation
Home Run Standings Show Yesterday's Big Moments
Yesterday's box score highlights include Creenberg Bonura White Box and Coleman among leaders with multiple home runs. Journals note strong performances by Browny Pow and others, with Cubs and Gavin among noted players.
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Bonura
White Box
Coleman
Browny
Taek
Hlanis
Johny Moore
Tilia Truiao I
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