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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1932
Page
6
Pleasanter Homes Boost Garden Trend Across Cities
Nurseries seed houses and greenhouses report strong business as gardening gains wide appeal beyond vegetables. Citizens invest leisure time in flowers and shrubs, improving ground and home exteriors, adding health and pleasure amid a calmer mood.
British plan seeks broad European debt cancellation at Lausanne
Prime Minister MacDonald travels to Lausanne with a proposal for canceling European political debts and reparations. The plan, reported by the Manchester Guardian, would apply mainly to UK debtors and other creditor nations, while the U S faces a different stance. Even if accepted, recovery of debts by the United States is expected to be impossible in the fall, leaving a lasting international financial impasse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MacDonald
Great Britain
Lausanne
Manchester Guardian
Europe
United
United States
Sharkey and Schmeling Move Toward Heavyweight Title Fight
As the New York heavyweight championship bout approaches, sports writers nationwide predict Schmeling will win and retain his title. Many fans back the German while some hope for an American triumph, with Sharkey identified as the American challenger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Sherkey
Schmeling
Sharkey
Thirty Years Ago Today Items From Bluefield Daily Telegraph
The report lists events from thirty years prior including the Rev S P Koon becoming pastor of Bluefield Lutheran church, a lightning strike on G W Woodrings home, Rev N F Marshall attending an Episcopal council in Parkersburg, Clyde Fortner’s brush-cutting job at Coalwood, two marriages John J Eakin and Miss Woods at Princeton and Miss Nannie Dangerfield and Prof R B Gotherman, A J Lubliner graduating from Washington and Lee law school, Mrs Martha Jerrell Tinsley’s death, and WV Public Service Commission approving rate increases for Bluefield Water Works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. P. Koon
Bluefield Lutheran Church
G. W. Woodring
Marshall Street
N. F. Marshall
Bramwell Episcopal Church
Parkersburg
Episcopal Council
Clyde Fortner
Bluefield
Appalachian Electric Power Company
Coalwood
John 8. Eakin
Miss Woods
Princeton
J. Tyler Frazier
Nannie Dangerfield
R. 8. Gotherman
A. J. Lubliner
Pocahontas
Washington and Lee University
Martha Jerrell Tinsley
Gilmer Street
West Virginia Public Service Commission
Bluefield Water Works and Improvement Company
Let Fairness Guide International Prize Fight Rivalry
The speaker contrasts modern attitudes with past pride in a countryman’s victory and urges Americans to apply fairness to foreigners beyond boxing. He argues patriotism was misread as vanity and hopes for impartial judgment in all fields of endeavor, not just sports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Ice cube bets at parties inked from cold humor
A reader lampoons a couple who entertain by wagering on when an electric refrigerator will restart. The letter mocks adults who prefer tense crowd bets over social chat or sleep, noting the bridge game lull and the waning hypnos is.
Decline of honesty in postwar youth noted by credit expert
A business writer cites a 92 percent honesty rate among prewar debtors and suggests postwar youth show lower dependability. A New York mayoral figure is mentioned regarding Wall Street ties and personal investments amid the moral shift.
Block’s Generous Gift and Assault Allegation Hit Mayor and Judge
Mr Block donated a large sum to New York Mayor Jimmie Walker and now attacks Judge Seabury over charges lodged against him. The item frames nightlife and legal clashes surrounding a prominent city figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Block
Jimmie” Walker
New York
Judge Seabury
Wealth redistribution in recent years sparks debate
The text argues that redistributing wealth has surged in the last two years, driven by widespread financial upheaval. It notes a broad mood of unease and claims the wealthy have borne the heaviest losses amid the economic shifts.
Face That Abides Poem by John Gould Fletcher
Poem lines describe a remembered face with hazel eyes and silvered hair, a twilight figure living in memory. The speaker comforts themselves, recalling a lost love as a distant moonlight presence. The piece appears in Poetry, attributed to John Gould Fletcher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gould Fletcher
Opinions of Other Editors on Prohibition Plank
The piece argues the Republican platform’s moderate prohibition plank is a sensible approach preserving federal gains while allowing states to decide locally. It contrasts this with outright repeal, asserting the need to protect dry states and prevent a return to the saloon, and cites Iowa’s delegation as disagreeing with resubmission. It ends with a note on publicity seekers and public reaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Chicago
Large WV primary draws over 12000 candidates
James W. Weir of Elkins reports more than 12 000 candidates sought nomination for public offices in West Virginia at the May 10 primary nearly equally split between the two major parties. He estimates the primary cost the state about 500 000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James W. Weir
Elkins
West Virginia
Weir
Sistersville Daily Review
Mary Garden to make comeback on Independence Day
A lively note says Mary Garden returns July 4 in a fireworks themed comeback. The item hints at upcoming political drama over Tom Mooney and Jimmy Walker while joking about parrots and a Paris women’s oratory school. It closes with a quip about the telephone and waste-line politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Garden
Tom Mooney
Jimmy Walker
Vanishing chorus echoes Broadway’s changing fortunes
In New York on June 18 the disappearance of Equity chorus members highlights Broadway shifts. Membership dropped from 9000 to 1600 as many dancers seek other work, with many becoming hostesses or modeling for stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Times
Equity Records
Acta
London and Lisbon Briefs on Flight and Ship Incident
London reports London-Stanislaus Hausner rescued from the Atlantic after a failed New York to Warsaw attempt and plans a retry this year. The Leviathan liner ran aground off the Isle of Wight but released itself without damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
London
Stanislaus Hausner
Atlantic
New York
Warsaw
Leviathan
Isle of Wight
Freezing Mango Process Promises Better Shipments
Manila authorities unveil a new freezing method to preserve taste and texture of mango fruit for export. Secretary Rafael Alman says the system maintains quality during shipment to temperate regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Filipino Fruit
Manila
Insular Department of Agriculture
Rafael Alman
Nonpartisan tax bill praise bonds Hoover visit
Washington bystander recalls 30 years in the senate as Smoot, Watson, Harrison and Couzens laud a nonpartisan push on the revenue bill. Hoover’s trip drew headlines while senators credit cooperation across party lines and deny partisan motives. Harrison notes balanced-budget aims amid a mutual admiration cycle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirke Simpson
Washington HP
Reed Smoot
Senate
James B. Watson
G. O. P. Senate
Pat Harrison
Democratic Finance Committee
Jim” Couzens
Smoot
Hoover
Harrison
Paul Revere
Enator Harrison
Watson
Michigan
Couzene
Rethinking Child IQ Testing and Psychological Insight
The article argues IQ scores alone misjudge a child’s potential and emphasizes the value of interpreting tests by noting the child’s failures or successes. It compares test interpretation to medical image analysis and urges early detection of intellectual limits to guide appropriate education. It also calls for parental involvement, expert advice, and providing opportunities for superior children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas A. Thom
Thom
Prohibition plank dominates Chicago convention talk in 1932
Rodney Dutcher reports a mood of gloom at the Chicago convention as lawmakers wrestle with a wets and drys stalemate over prohibition. Decor disputes, hotel cancellations, and smaller lodging choices hint at tight finances, while Dickinson trims the keynote to 5000 words to fit radio audiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rodney Dutcher Hicago
Congress Hotel
Hoover
Walter F. Brown
SCREEN LIFE In Hollywood
Hardie Albright recalls his first day in movieland as a flood of reception and inspection. Executives critique his hair teeth and camera angles during a prework lunch then send him to makeup before his debut scene three days later. Fidel Barrymore wonders if directors are the same as they were.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
Hardie Albright
Movieland
Hardie
Barrymore
Fidel Barrymore
Elkhorn Upsets Junior Class Party Honors 1932 Seniors
At Mrs. C. M. Wheeler home in Elkhorn West Virginia a senior class party for Elkhorn High School class of 1932 featured dancing and refreshments. Attendees included Hazel Burton and a list of classmates and guests from Oak Hill Pageton and local families as evening entertainment with supper served late.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhorn
W. Va
Co. M. Wheeler
Elkhorn High School
Elena Hazel Burton
Elsie
Bessie Hendricks
Molly Pullano
Margaret Marsh
Glen Moshier
John Lash
Eugene Dixon
Marshall Rickmen
Billy Duff
G. H. Tidwell
Nick Sekela
Leachman Leedy
Mike Shaffran
Elizabeth Martin
Edythe Burton
Frances Castonii
Adren Daugherty
W. E. Martin
Hazel Wilborn
Burnis Black
H. Wilborn
Oak Hill
J. St. Clair
Pageton
EK. L. St. Clair
C. M. Wheeler
Circle 1 hosts share meeting duties Tuesday
Mrs. P. Leedy and Mrs. Eaton acted as joint hostesses for Circle 1 on Tuesday. Members present included Mrs. A. W. Hall, Mrs. D. R. Whit taker, Mrs. J. C. Newman, Mrs. V. W. Hash, Mrs. C. H. Bivens, Mrs. P. I. Payne, Mrs. Myers, Mrs. R. B. Heron and Mrs. M. ce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Leedy
Mrs. Eaton
A. W. Hall
D. R. Whittaker
J. C. Newman
V. W. Hash
C. H. Bivens
P. I. Payne
Myers
R. B
Heron
M. Ce
Elkhorn Bridge Club Meets at Mrs Fisher Home
The Elkhorn Bridge club met at the home of Mrs. W M Fisher on Wednesday. Mrs W B Young won the high score prize. Present were Mrs. W B Young Mrs G Coz Mrs R A Ruff Mrs J C Cooney Mrs C H Bivens Mrs BE T Sale and Mrs George Headley. Refreshments were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhorn Bridge Club
W. M. Fisher
W. B. Young
G. Coz
R. A. Ruff
J. C. Cooney
C. H. Bivens
T. Sale
George Headley
Recovery for Clarence Williams in Bluefield Sanitarium
Little Clarence Williams son of Mr and Mrs G Williams is recovering in the Bluefield sanitarium after an eye injury. Friends wish him a speedy return to health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Williams
Local Social Notes from Bluefield Area
Bluefield and nearby towns feature a string of visits and summer plans. Residents like Mrs. P Flannagan Mrs. Alma Dickerson and Misses Noel Worley Mrs. G Cox and many others are visiting relatives at Dunloreing Price Athens Morgantown and Maryville. Several travelers return from trips to Falls Galax and Matoaka while new births and family gatherings color the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billy Young
Ed. Ruff
J. Hannah
Beckley
Bob Miller
Athens
Margaret Ruff
Maryville
Tenn
Elizabeth Young
Wythe Hash
West Virginia University
Morgantown
Hazel Burton
E. Burton
North Tazewell
E. Campbell
Barbara
J. C. Burton
Earl Campbell
Washington, D
W. W. Creed
Bluefield
C. Hicks
North Carolina
Hicks
C. Harris
Falls
Henry Harris
Maitland
C. A. Harris
W. W. Clark
Margaret Wright
Charleston
R. A. Nowlin
Oliver Beckner
Camp Roland
M. Wheeler
Bristol
Bill Williams
R. C. Chriéman
Matoaka
D. R. Whittaker
Superior
Miss Pearl Cochran
E. Janis
Falla Mills
Census Gap Impairs Harbin Population Estimate
Police estimate Harbin's population at 170000 amid missing census data. They note about 40000 white Russians and 30000 Soviet citizens, with most of the remainder Chinese.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harbin
Manchuria
Soviet Union
Film star Dorothy Barrymore recalls early silent film scene
The narrator describes a 12 year old memory of Miss Barrymore on a silent film set. A dinner scene required two men in full dress white ties and tails while she questioned if business attire was more appropriate. The director insisted on white ties as proper dining etiquette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Barrymore
Miss Baverymore
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