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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1937

Page

6

Noble hearts kindle but slow temper betrays lasting hate

A reflective quotation on how even generous people can harbor hidden anger, with the warning that unresolved harsh temper may erode goodwill and harden toward lasting enmity over time.

Giles County Welcomes New Plant Development Near Pearisburg

Citizens of Giles county and neighboring counties celebrate a planned cellulose plant to be built between Pearisburg and Narrows. The project, backed by local civic groups, will utilize nearby mineral resources and hydro power while promising regional investment and jobs.

Giles County Pearisburg Narrows Virginias New River Giles Cellulose Company Pearlsburg

Celler Attacks Dictators as Mad Men in Asylum Bill

Congressman Celler of Brooklyn introduces a bill granting asylum rights to political refugees in America. He denounces Stalin Hitler and Mussolini as treacherous rulers and says oppressed foreigners could escape the “scorpion touch” of mad men. The remarks spark questions about diplomatic responses.

America Celler Brooklyn New York Stalin Russia Hitler Germany Mussolini Italy State Hall Europe LaGuardia Herr Hitler Congress House Great Judiciary Committee

Rhetorical clash over dictators and a political slip

The speaker condemns Russian, German, and Italian dictators as mad men, arguing such rulers threaten society and government and may define future leaders. The remark, likely to provoke a reaction, is said to give Secretary Hull a mild headache.

Celler Hull

A Matter Of Men Not Question Of Politics

The Roanoke Times lauds the judiciary committee report on the president's court plan as a defense of constitutional independence. It recalls Macaulay and a historic case where royal power sought control over judges, warning the plan mirrors royal domination. No denial from the White House has been offered.

Virginias Roanoke Times Old Dominion the Times Republic Glenn Frank Judiciary Committee Supreme Court England Macauley James II Jones the Common Pleas Montague Exchequer Neville Charlton White House

Taxation Should Be Uniform Across Society

A reflective editorial argues that taxation remains imperfect and unfair with evasion by some and exemptions for others. It calls for uniform taxes, no exemptions, and reduced government waste through ballot-box reform, citing historical examples and the moral duty of all to pay.

Secretary of the Treasury Moses Solomon

Copyreader’s headline notes man at ninety four

A newspaper headline accompanies a photo of a man aged ninety four. The caption applauds the copyreader for avoiding the phrase ninety four years young.

The Weeds And Corn In Harsh Weather Debate

Jay G. Sigmund in the Chicago Tribune comments on weeds thriving with early spring corn planting. A stoveside prophet mocks the idea, arguing harsh weather favors weeds and corn alike, while pondering parables of tares.

Jay G. Sigmund The Chicago Tribune

Castner Curran Clerical Staff Vacation Trip

L 8 Shirey and the Castner and Curran clerical force left for Waynesboro Virginia to spend their vacation. Forces were tearing up old street car tracks on Princeton upfield avenues. FP M Faby of Bluefield awarded medals at Concord College.

Shirey Curran Waynesboro Princeton M. Faby Bluefield Concord College

Bond issue approved for Bluefield municipal improvements

Thirty years ago today Bluefield voters approved a $100,000 bond issue for city improvements. J. K. Turner of Norton and Miss Lula Dunn of Peterstown wed. Miss Nancy Bane Gillespie of Tazewell became Mrs. George Peery of Wise Virginia.

J. K. Turner Norton Lula Dunn Peterstown Nancy Bane Gillespie Tazewell George Peery Wise

Mullens Woman Dies at 74 in South Bluefield

Twenty years ago Mrs. Virginia Mullens, 74, died at her home in South Bluefield. In Bluefield, George H. Hill was appointed assistant engineer for the state road commission. The Mullens Knights of Pythias lodge was installed.

Virginia Mullens South Bluefield George H. Hill Bluefield State Road Commission Mullens Knights of Pythias Lodge

Welch Chamber Secretary Resigns On Ten Yearmark

Ten years ago today C O Stahlman resigned as secretary of the Welch chamber of commerce. The West Works association board chose Bluefield for the 1927 state reunion. G E Bishop 57 died in an automobile crash near Glenwood Park.

C. O. Stahlman Welch Chamber of West Wolks Association Bluefield G. E. Bishop Glenwood Park

Washington Snapshots: Garner’s Texas Trip and New Committees

James Preston links Vice President Garner’s Texas departure to a broader push for investigations into tax evasions and relief programs. He notes Senate and White House maneuvers, raises concerns about welfare spending, and ties labor unrest to farming costs and union activity.

Night life exposes chorus girl racket in New York

George Ross reports in New York on a threatening sleaze in nightclubs as Variety flags abuses by bookers who control chorus girls, dividing them into mixers and non mixers. The piece calls for police action to crack down on this corrupt practice amid claims of coercion and poverty.

New York

Debt conference satire mocks postwar loans and Uncle Sam

A satirical panel mocks nations refusing to pay debts with Uncle Sam presiding as creditor. France England and others pledge, tease, or dodge payments while humor highlights global debt strains and optimism. Includes a jokey mock exchange and a final chorus by the All-Europe Symphonic Orchestra.

Finland U. S Uncle Sam

What Today Means To You On June 23 Birthday Forecast

Horoscope for June 23 birthday individuals with cancer focus. Highlights include best hours and danger periods, temper control, warnings against selfish advice, and financial or literary career possibilities. Notable names: John Jay, Clarence Eddy, Irvin Cobb, Andrew Albright, Felix C. C. Darley, Samuel Pasco.

John Jay Clarence Eddy Irvin Cobb Andrew Albright Felix C. C. Darley Samuel Pasco

Sui t cases return and more left-handed pitchers found

The Republic Steel combine sues Jim Farley for mail delivery failure and not reading The Post man Always Rings Twice. Amelia Earhart contacts her husband from Karachi, India and jokes about eating alone tonight. The era of sensational headlines and odd news seems to grow daily with quirky, far ranging notices.

Republic Steel Combine Jim Farley Amelia Earhart Karachi India

Book review of Maurois Miracle of England by Bruce Catton

Bruce Catton reviews Andre Maurois Miracle of England, praising its clear tracing of England’s key historical trends from early mankind to George VI. He notes no new historical facts but commends its portrayal of English leadership and empire building while criticizing attempts to reconcile modern British culture and statesmanship. The book is valued for libraries and as a timely read amid Britain’s continued global role.

Andre Maurois Neverthiess England Harper & Bros Maurois George VI Great Britain

Arrowood Accepts Call to Pulaski Presbyterian Church

The Rev. W. W. Arrowwood, longtime pastor of the Tazewell Presbyterian church, has accepted a call to serve the Pulaski Presbyterian church. He will assume duties next month as the Pulaski pastorate, vacant after Rev. Frank P. Anderson's resignation.

W. W. Arrowood Tazewell Pulaski, VA W. W. Arrowwood Tazewell Presbyterian Church Pulaski Presbyterian Care Arrowwood Pulaski Frank P. Anderson

Dorman Mills Workers Show Loyalty Amid Labor Parade

In Parsons West Virginia employees of Dorman Mills Inc many of them women and girls reaffirmed loyalty to their employer during a parade. The mill granted a ten percent wage increase recently and anti C I O banners were carried in the procession.

Parsons W. Va Dorman Mills, Inc

What Next for Labor Policy Says Secretary Perkins

Washington reports Secretary Perkins says there will be no more labor policy changes if business cooperates with current proposals including the wages and hours bill and a new labor standards framework. Notes cover NRLA non modification, industry-specific adjustments, and unions' voluntary ethics codes. Also mentions testing opinions of Carter Glass and a codling moth apple loss figure.

Washington Labor Labor Department Ted Miss Perkins National Labor Relations Act Carter Glass Jefferson Island Rixey Smith Hamilton College Rixey

Help Kidneys Don’t Take Drastic Drugs

An advertisement warns kidneys have 9 million filters and can be damaged by neglect or harsh drugs. It promotes Cystex a doctor prescribed treatment claiming rapid relief within 48 hours and a one week vitality guarantee with a money back option.

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