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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1935
Page
11
A compact reflection on humility and divine justice. The text cites Psalm 9 12 and Massinger advising readers to be wise yet not boastful, urging measured ambition and moral rise.
The New Jersey court of errors and appeals heard pleas for a new trial for Bruno Richard Hauptmann, the Lindbergh baby kidnapper, while arguments against reopening the case were also presented. Fourteen judges will decide this fall whether to grant relief amid extensive evidence of guilt and defense claims of errors.
The piece argues that the United States is drifting from constitutional states' rights toward centralized federal authority. It notes rising Washington regulation intruding into intra state matters and cites early NRA rulings as a jolt to bureaucrats. The tone warns of weakening state sovereignty and urges patriots to defend the constitutional system.
Two prominent Americans, former Illinois Governor Frank C. Lowden and Virginia Senator Harry F. Byrd, urged defend of states rights and home rule. They warned against undermining federal balance and the Supreme Court in a battle seen as shaping the 1936 election and the nation’s democratic framework.
A native observer notes that the Anglo German naval pact signals closer racial and cultural ties between England and Germany than with France or Italy. He suggests a Nordic alliance led by Britain and Germany could emerge, potentially sidelining France and Italy if current diplomats fail.
An editorial urges motorists to avoid cutting into traffic and causing crashes. It argues most wrecks are preventable with courteous driving and obeying right of way, noting the U S has one of the highest traffic fatality rates.
A Springfield Republican rally featured a woman delivering a sharp remark about what the country needs, noting a perfect 36 as a focal line. The remark drew mixed reactions and sparked discussion among attendees about gendered language in political discourse.
An American newspaper correspondent was expelled from Italy after reporting truthfully on Signor Mussolini. The fascists reacted as if the dictator could do no wrong, signaling harsh retaliation against critical reporting.
In Washington June 24 Hull privately warns cabinet against a seven cent export subsidy for cotton, arguing it violates anti dumping laws and would cost the treasury. The NRA era friction grows as the textile committee frets over wages and production controls amid court decisions.
Charleston governor announces public utility valuations will be delayed until Attorney General Homer A. Holt returns from vacation and certifies them before public release. Governor Kump expects official announcement around July 1.
Contractor R A Self uncovered human bones, rusted barrel hoops, and a round metal base during an excavation in Spartanburg. He suspects an early resident may have been buried in a barrel with a beer mug in hand, a curious find in the town’s history.
A mix of humorous and odd notices appears, including remedies and dances, requests for entertainment and companionship, a search for items to divert troubles, and a political era plea for help with a cryptic naval reference.
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The piece notes Roosevelt aiming for an impartial board to investigate chiseling and identify culprits, with a suggestion to list non chiselers. It also references a British naval agreement, Hitler may press England to apologize, Carter Glass earning honorary degrees, Roosevelt's Harvard doubt, higher inheritable taxes, a federal will service idea, and a boy frightened by wealth.
June 25 birthdays bring specific good and danger hours 9 to 11 am 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm with dangers 7 to 9 am 4 to 6 pm and 9 to 11 pm. The reading warns against rash spending and greed in business while encouraging honesty and cooperation.
James Gleason bought four horses after a hawker promised racing success. Despite training and care no horse earned prize money, denting Gleason’s trust in people and horseflesh. He then pitched a movie idea to a film magnate and sold himself as writer actor and director.
Gleason directs and co-stars in Leander the horse driven tale with James and Rue Sell featured in key roles. Leander defeats rivals in a dramatic race while the title horse aims for the peak after prior failures. An advertisement in a movieland trade paper hints at industry misfortunes and a former star’s fall from grace.
Ann Dvorak and Leslie Fenton sailed a 40 foot boat without navigator or charts. They lost sight of land at dusk and drifted all night before spotting an island at daybreak. They vow to hire a navigator or learn proper sailing methods. Janet Gaynor's on set accident with Henry Fonda caused production delays on Way Down Fast.
A British boarding house tale explored by Marea Coat, praised for beauty and imaginative power. The setting centers on a quaint English country home owned by a maiden lady and a select group of residents.
A milieu of paying guests in a mist shrouded house unlocks each visitor's fate when they glimpse the year ahead in a magic mirror on All Souls Eve. Dreams prove costly as deaths, madness, and fulfilled wishes surface, leaving characters wiser yet altered. Knopf edition priced $2.50. Girl jailed for shooting Chinese student amid bandit alibi in Far East.
Prince Mdivani says life with his former wife is closed. In time European nobility may have a library. Actress Garbo described as shy frightened fawn. Shark bites fisherman in South Carolina boat. Fish school curricula push salesmanship. Chicago millionaire leaves $2000 to two courteous cops. The gift seems insufficient for the search costs.
Rochester reports Oscar the polar bear at Seneca Park Zoo is photographed widely for testing new films from a local Rochester plant. The bear’s grace and cream coat aid demonstrations sent globally. A traffic expert notes 85 percent of auto mileage occurs within 25 miles of a car owner’s home.
Emory P. Mitchell of Radford arrived in Bluefield to accept a position as bookkeeper. A contract was let for the building of the 4 mile railroad on Laurel Creek from Pocahontas.
S. T. Crockett of Max Meadows dies at a Bluefield hospital. Robert Lans g named to succeed William Jennings Bryan as secretary of state. The McDowell County Automobile association is organized.
Robert Sims son of Prof R P Sims of BI field State Teachers College drowned in Rennin Wisconsin. Charles E Watkins of Muncie Indiana addressed the Bluefield chamber of commerce annual meeting. Conductor Dave Copenhaver veteran of Norfolk and Western passenger service died at his Roanoke home.
A Washington bystander notes President Roosevelt's immediate federal tax proposals aim to distribute wealth and curb concentrated capital. The move, seen as redefining the New Deal, challenges Republicans and consolidates support across left and liberal groups, with Huey Long's reaction cited as telling.
The Republican grassroots gathering concluded with plans to draft a concrete platform amid debate over a new deal era issue. Participants recognize the need to move beyond high minded constitutional talk to produce a practical creed guiding opposition.
In New York June 24 Paul Harrison notes a mood shift as banks hold many theaters while few shows hit. Celebrities circulate in cafés and parks with royalty and stars seen around. Braddock lives nearby and a staged bout with Baer is billed as The Great Walts.
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