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Newspaper

Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1930

Page

2

Queens Killer Mystery Deepens As New Notes Arrive

New York police probe a puzzling death note amid two murders. A ninth letter from a figure signing as 3-X seeks documents from Meyner Newmark, while a possible disguise theory emerges after a picnic encounter.

New York Queene Meyner Newmark Brooklyn Newmark Noel Lowley Joseph Mozynski Queens Manhattan Margalo Gilmore Beekman Place

Byrd Describes Antarctic Frontier On Radio Broadcast

Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd told a nationwide audience from Columbia studios that Antarctica is mankind’s last frontier. He described 4.5 million square miles comparable to the United States and Mexico, the Ross barrier 500 miles long, and Igloo the dog enduring Extreme cold. He plans to visit Albany tomorrow to be welcomed by Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt.

New York Antarctic Richard KE. Byrd Columbia Broadcasting System United States Mexico Ross Barrier Admiral Byrd Igloo North Pole Little America

Schroeder Sent to Indiana for Extradition Trial

Harold H. Schroeder charged with murder of an unidentified man found burned to death in his car near Indianapolis on May 31 leaves Mobile for Indiana in custody. He also faces arson charges. attorneys agree to extradition without contest after requisition papers arrive.

Mobile Ala Harold H. Schroeder Schroeder Indianapolis Ind Indiana

Record Flight Ends at Rockwell Field in 13:55:30

Pilot William Brock co pilot Edward Schlee and official William Van Dusen pose at Rockwell field San Diego after completing a Jacksonville Fla to West Coast flight in 13 hours 55 minutes 30 seconds.

William Brock William van Dusen Edward Schlee Rockwell Field San Diego Calif Brock Schlee Jacksonville Fla West Coast

Riots Hit Seville as General Strike Paralyzes City

In Seville, Spain a general strike sparked violent clashes between workers and police. About 150 injured, 14 labor leaders arrested, and bakers requisitioned as military guards staff shops. The death of a woman olive worker, Antonia Bravo, is contested by authorities who cite childbirth.

Seville Spain Andalusia Union of Olive Workers Antonia Bravo Jume

Thirty three defendants plead guilty to Prohibition violations

In Elkins West Virginia United States judge William B Baker heard thirty three defendants plead guilty to violations of federal prohibition laws. Eleven sentenced to Atlanta Federal Penitentiary thirteen to county jails a woman sent to Alderson Federal Prison and the rest fined a total of 1430 with 395 paid The harshest sentences were for Mike Gatonis and Tony Krakulakis both Morgantown residents who received eighteen months in Atlanta and a $500 fine each.

Elkins W. Va William B. Baker United States Atlanta Alderson Mike Gatonis Tony Krakulakis Morgantown

Concrete Building Block For Garages and Foundations

Limestone Products Co announces manufacture of concrete block suitable for general building. Bailey Lumber Co lists wholesale prices and local paint selection. Masonic Notice: Bluefield lodge No 85 meets at 7:30 PM for officer installation. visitation welcome. Miss Marion Smith to sing on WHIS program 6:30 PM. Dance at Lake Shawnee tonight 9 PM to 1:30 AM admission 1.50 with chaperones. Benson's Troubadours perform.

Sand Walle, Limestone Products Co Bluefield Lodge No. 85 A. F A. M Masonic Temple L. M. Carper Miss Smith Marion Smith Kelvinator Lake Shawnee Benson's Troubadours

Marriage Links Richest Families in Cynwyd Ceremony

Miss Mary Todhunter Clark of Cynwyd wed Nelson Aldrich Rockefeller, son of John D. Rockefeller Jr., at St. Asaph’s Church Cynwyd. About 700 guests attended a reception at the Clark home before the couple will honeymoon worldwide and reside at Pocantico Hills in New York. Rockefeller, 22, graduates Dartmouth. the bride, 28, educated at Foxcroft and the Sorbonne.

Cynwyd Mary Todhunter Clark Nelson Aldrich Rockefeller John PD. Rockefeller Jr New York St. Aspah's Lynwyd Philadelphia Percy H. Clark Mr. Rockefeller Pocantico Hills Tarrytown N. Y

United Fuel Gas Co Faces 100000 Suit

A $100,000 damage suit was filed in Cabell County circuit court by the H. R. Wyllie China Company against United Fuel Gas Company. The claim alleges United Fuel refused to furnish gas to Huntington companies about a year ago, and seeks damages over rate differences before the Public Service Commission ordered supply.

Huntington Cabell County H. R. Wyllie China Company United Fuel Gas Company China Company United Fuel Public Service Commission

Callaway Seen as Likeliest Ninth District GOP Candidate

C Bascom Slemp’s withdrawal clears the Republican field in Virginia’s ninth district with Henry Callaway, former Bluefield mayor, emerging as the favored nominee for the Bristol convention July 12. Callaway, longtime railroader and public-spirited leader, is noted for good roads advocacy and school support.

Virginia Congress C. Bascom Slemp Henry ©. Callaway Bluefield Bristol John W. Flanagan Clintwood Callaway Bluefeld Norfolk and Western Railway Norfolk and Western Sestem Brotherhood of Railway Telegraphers Bluefield Terminal Slemp Republican Party

Warlick’s Linoleum Laying Dept Promises Superior Service

Warlick’s maintain a linoleum laying department second to none and offer referrals from prominent individuals and business houses who praise their workmanship. They emphasize that the method and quality of installation matter more than the linoleum itself and invite customers to cross the bridge for many services.

Radio Listings for Tuesday June 24 Across Clear Channel Stations

Eastern time schedule of programs across WTAR WDBJ WGST WBRC WODO WPG and others. Entries include 6:15 Heroes and Patriots 6:30 Sketches 7:00 Troika Bells 8:00 Orchestra and Feature with 12-1 Golden Dream Hour and a long slate of shows on WJZ WABC WGN and more with multiple stations and time blocks throughout the day.

Heroes and Patriots WJAR WTAG WRC WGR WSAI WEEIL WFI WPTF WJAX WFLA WSUN WEEI WCSH WGY WTIC WCAE WWJ WCAB CKGW the Vagabonde WCAC WHP WJAS WLBW WKBW WADC WEAN WNAC Huston Ray Orch WLBZ WFAN WKBN WWNC WDBJ WBRC WDOD WLAC Sanderson & Crummit WCAU WCAO WMAL WFBL WHEC WHK WGHP WSPD Romany Patteran WKRC WTAR the Columbians BLBW WGST Grand Opera WHE WIZ New York NBC Chain Floyd Gibbons WBZ WHAM KDKA Amos Andy WRVA WBT WIOD WCKY WJTF WSM WJZ Preston Lew White Vincent Lopez WBAL KYW WHAS WSB Keddie Younger Mountaineers WJR Amos-Andy WLW WIR Floyd Gibbone Clear Channel WPG Atlantic City WABC Baltimore Municipal The Marylanders Newark Ensemble Skylarkers Wizard Hans & Otto the Moonbeam Hartford WEAF Philadelphia Pittsburgh Denny's Orchestra Rochester Wings of Song School of Muele WGY Schenectady Wrbz Wermadey Dixie Trail Central

Radio Schedule Fragments From 1930s Stations

A garbled listing shows station blocks for WIZ WSB WJZ WEAF WHAS WSM and WRVA with times for music studios concerts theater programs and reports. Entries include varying durations 30 minutes to three hours and programs like dance music orchestras and historical sketches.

WIZ WSB Atlanta WJZ WEAF Wat Charlotte Dept. of Commerce NBC WHAS Louisville Orch Jack Turner WSM Nashville WIJZ Jack & Bill WRVA Richmond WJIZ

WHIS Will Wave Special Program Marks First Anniversary

WHIS radio in Bluefield marks its first anniversary with a two hour plus program starting at 10 p m tonight. Station manager B K Beauge announced the lineup includes an orchestra vocal numbers and other features. The station has aired daily noon and evening programs for a year and has grown popular in the region.

WHIS Bluefield Daily Telegraph Sunset News West Virginian Hotel B. K. Beauge

White seeks August GOP support in West Virginia race

Albert B. White, veteran Wood County senator and former governor, previews his state and national stance while urging Republican voters to back him in the August primary. He notes a blocked license fee increase and highlights tariff, prohibition, peace, and party principles as core positions. Gore may join the race and Morgan plans a statement on a possible senate bid.

Wood County Senate White Internal Revenue Pleasants Ritchie, Wirt Wood Counties Gore Charleston W. Va Howard M. Gore Clarksburg United States Senate Grant P. Hall Henry D. Hatfield Washington RE. F. Morgan West Virginia Department of Commerce

Byrd Program at Albany Hookup Broadcast Planned

New York June 23 The tribute program will broadcast Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd from Albany tomorrow afternoon with two microphones at the Albany Yacht Club pier and the capitol steps. Byrd will be awarded a state medal as announcers James Wallington and Frank Sintser introduce the program. The 3 30 p m to 4 30 p m period will be carried by WEAF WGY and a wide network. The day also features WLW studio dedication programs and other radio events across the nation with speakers such as Gov Meyers Y Cooper of Ohio Senator Pat Harrison and Dr Hubert Work in separate broadcasts.

New York New York State Richard FE Byrd Albany National Broadcasting Company Albany Yacht Club Capitol James Wallington Frank Sintser WLW Cincinnati Meyers Y. Cooper Ohio Pat Harrison Mississippi Washington Columbia Broadcasting System Hubert Work Secretary of the Interior Republican National Committee WABC Detroit American Medical Association Edith Nourse Rogers Massachusetts Andros New England EAF

Pugh Withdraws Plea for Change of Venue

New Cumberland West Virginia June 23 Counsel for David Pugh 43 charged with felonious assault in the death of his wife withdrew a motion for a change of venue and the trial will be held this term of Hancock county circuit court Mrs Pugh body found March 11 in a shallow creek near the farm home After her father caused Pugh s arrest on a warrant charging first degree murder Pugh admitted beating his wife for alleged infidelity but denied throwing her body in the stream

New Cumberland W. Va David Pugh Hancock County Circuit Court

Donation of 120000 for St. Philips dormitory units

Richmond Virginia June 23 The expenditure of 120000 for erection of a nurses dormitory and educational unit for St. Phillips hospital there was the time considered today. The Julius Rosenwald fund provided 40000 and the General Educational Board donated 380000

Richmond St. Phillips Hospital Medical College of Virginia Julius Rosenwald General Educational Board

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Lindy Franklin D. Rosevelt Redpath Notable Limestone Producted Co Forest City Bailey Lumber Company United Fuel Gas CO Warlick Associated Press WODO Golden Dream Hour West Virginian Stocks Flat Top Auto Supply Co Mies Marian Smith Charles Cassell WTAM WGN WFJC Happy Bakers WFIJC Lone Bird WEET WIJAR WFIJ CBS Brook & Ross WJIR Cecil & Sally Albert B. White Dr. Hubert Work Extensive Network Winnie Lightner Daniing Warner Bros Mexicana METRO Cecil Lean Cleo Mayfield Roy George Anton Movieton Ss Wilntises Helen Chandler Moreno Noel Francis Pugh Dr. J. S. Compton O. V. Hefner & Co Roanoke St Marr Nae
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