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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1932
Page
3
Washington reports the United States will close its fiscal year with a sizable deficit near 2.9 billion dollars. Officials anticipate new revenue measures under the 1932 bill to generate about 3.261 billion dollars in taxes.
The fragment notes a reference to President Hoover defending the federal government’s credit as impregnable, signaling confidence in national finances amid wartime or economic strain.
Report from Bluefield notes better business conditions as dog days bring hope. Jewel Ridge mines may operate at full blast after July 1 with 50 cars per day, while Dry Fork operations aim to start Independence Day to cover orders for four to five months. June expected to improve toward July.
The community anticipates a summer flower show with Wildwood roses and gardens on Walnut Street Vincel Street and Shelby Heights in the running. Mrs John Dittman on Walnut Street has a notable garden as Sanders Drive and Tazewell road plots show strong blooms.
Miss Thelma Richardson appears in a royal eagle feather headdress for Santa Monica Pioneer Days celebrations. The caption hints she will lead the event with a bold, playful spirit as locals react to her regal portrayal.
The baseball bug grows in Bluefield Virginia as several teams organize for the season. An independent local team will play Gratton this weekend and later face Flat Top Yard. Flat Top Yard hosts large crowds at games, with hundreds attending from youngsters to grandparents.
The wild animal editor previews a July series of true fish stories from Virginia waters. Tales include a man tying a fishing line to a willow on Clinch River near North Tazewell to guard bait and a monster fish sighting in Sandy River near Grundy.
With the 5 cent fare in Bluefield many residents prefer street cars to cars for city trips. A month trial of a modern bus service in West Graham territory is under consideration and may run near Link's garage toward Shelby Heights, under agreement.
Virginia Democrats at the Chicago convention back the allies banner while leaders like Raskob Smith and Shouse oppose Governor Roosevelt. Local criticism erupts in Russell County as Virginia move begins with Newton D. Baker as the early favorite and Byrd later emerging.
Virginia reports water readings furnished by the town manager for August bill. residents advised to inspect plumbing for leaks. P T A dinner committee announces lawn fete at Mr. and Mrs. J B Dudley on Tazewell avenue. meals served to about 100 with full family attendance and 6 o'clock start.
A group of about a dozen youths from Bluefield Virginia set up tents along Wolf Creek near Rocky Gap yesterday, camping in the area.
W. L. Nash grows a thick pretty clover on his corner lot opposite the Graham Methodist church, claimed as the finest clover in Clover regardless of 35 years未cultivation.
Governor B M Miller, a strict prohibitionist, announces a conditional parole for one year affecting 227 prisoners convicted of liquor offenses. He states six months in prison is punishment enough and that these crimes do not involve moral turpitude.
A sock social is planned at Jones Street Christian Church for Thursday night. The public is invited to Bethel A M E church program tonight at o clock, sponsored by the Junior Missionaries.
The Ladies Aid of John Stewart church gathers at 3 30 this afternoon at Mrs Janie Saunders home Williams Street Presiding will likely be Louise Hight who has been ill Lula Ward stands in for the president The group plans the anniversary service for the third Sunday in July marking the twenty fifth anniversary and silver anniversary preparations urged for full attendance.
Wilson Street venue hosts a literary program night sponsored by the Ladies Aid Society. Rev. H. P. Heath, pastor, extends a cordial invitation to the public.
The Missionary praying band of North Side United Holy Church will gather at 3 o'clock this afternoon at Mrs. Eva Tucker's home, 202 Peck Street. Those wishing to join are invited to attend.
The Convocation club of North Side United Holy Church will serve ice cream and cake tonight in the church basement at the close of services.
The Rev. Mrs. M. L. Glenn will deliver the sermon at tonight’s Convocation Club gathering. Mrs. Augusta Daniels serves as president and extends a cordial invitation to the public.
Richard F. Paul of Boston national vice commander will join top Legion figures at the Bluefield convention August 7 to 10. Others include Albert L. Cox Dan Sowers Father H. A. Darche and Major General Hugh A Drum. Governor Conley may be invited. District No 6 meeting slated for Sunday at 10 30 in the municipal auditorium.
Rescue crews confirmed three dead after a Santa Fe freight wreck near Castle Rock Colorado. Debris from a flood weakened bridge caused the collision and a cloud burst turned the arroyo into a torrent. Survivors report five others missing from a group of about 50 itinerants. The identified dead include Everett Knox of Colorado Springs a 17 year old Coburn of Ashland Kentucky and an unnamed youth from Ashland.
Secretary of War Patrick J. Hurley, roused from sleep by midnight phone calls, resumed work after a trip from Kansas City. He flew to Dayton then continued to Washington to address the disturbance and his disrupted rest.
Martha Rees and Mildred Cohen of Minneapolis hitchhiked to Miami after leaving home on March 28. Marta said she aims to marry in New York but wants to see country en route, traveling toward New York via the thumb and ride route with their plans unclear.
Budapest reports Zoltan Mesko announcing in parliament the formation of a Hungarian national socialist party. He argues current policies ruin Hungary and seeks close cooperation with the Hitlerites of Austria and Germany through the Hungarian national socialist farmers and workers party.
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