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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1935

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Auto crash injures Mercer county school leaders near Camden

Four Mercer county school executives were seriously hurt in a two car collision near Camden New Jersey while returning from an National Education Association meeting in Atlantic City The injured include G W Jackson Beaver High School principal Paul R Davis Matoaka assistant superintendent J Bobbitt Matoaka High School principal and Thomas R Egbert Princeton High School principal All were taken to Homeopathic Hospital Camden Jackson is the most gravely injured Also noted were Mrs C W Jackson and Theodore P of Philadelphia the drivers of the involved vehicles

C. W. Jackson Beaver High Paul R Davis Bobbitt Matoaka RB. Egbert Princeton Mercer County Wisnoncettes N. J Camden G. W. Jackson Beaver Hgh School Paul R, Davis J. Bobbitt Matoaka High School Thomas R. Egbert Princeton High School NEA Mercer Schowmen National Educational Cascelation Charles Archer Atlantic City Nid Associated Press Telegraph Archer Eaetern Oy Homeopathic Hospital Jackson West Virginia Bluefield Dlkina High School Beaver High School Einest Wintar

Supreme Court to hear fast track federal case challenge

The article reports that Attorney General Hniatredtan urges the Supreme Court to speedy review of a federal court decision. It notes potential constitutional questions and mentions Weirton and other referenced parties as context, with emphasis on expedited action and lower court rulings.

Supreme Court Wes Prawleed Oumintogesh Hniatredtan Secon Ge Wien Fort m Lower Court Judes

Saar region to return to Germany under League control

Saarbrucken reports that France and the League of Nations will relinquish control of the Saar basin tomorrow after a January plebiscite favored return to Germany. Nazi leaders including Goebbels and possibly the Führer attend ceremonies as sovereignty reverts to the Reich amid festive displays and political theater.

Reich Saarbriecken France League of Nations Saar Caal Adolf Hitler Saar Propa Ganda Paul Joseph Goebbels Dey Fuehrer

Former Supreme Court Justice Critically Ill in Washington

A garbled report notes former Supreme Court Justice Wendell Holme, described as liberal, gravely ill in Washington. Details reference an incident involving poisonous gas and a home on 1780 T Street N. Wy, with several people evacuated. The fragmentary text mentions a physician and unclear timeline, offering no verifiable names or outcomes.

Washington Wendell Holme Hoyap Ab Giolook Iternoon Saverat

Roosevelt Takes Direct Hand In Aid Gill Tangle

Washington reports Roosevelt moves to break Senate deadlock over a $4.88 billion relief bill. Reynolds proposes giving the president authority to reduce prevailing wage where it harms private industry. Republicans press for direct relief funding as Byrnes blocks action. pact likely only after Monday.

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Roosevelt Contemplates Vacation Cruise and Exposition Trip

President Roosevelt, after a five day respite from capital duties, considers a southern fishing cruise likely before month’s end and a summer cross continental trip to inspect the San Diego Pacific exposition. His plans may hinge on Congress actions while he keeps in touch with the White House.

Washington Roosevelt San Diego Congress Ae Roosevelt Hawaii mid-Pacific Macon Aluce

Samuel Insull testifies about forgotten Middle West schemes

Chicago Feb 28 Samuel Insull former head of the $4 000 000 000 business appeared as a witness in a heated court session He admitted he had forgotten details of the Middle West reorganization and its subsidiaries and said he had been out of touch since early 1932 He spoke briefly amid interruptions and recalled past trials while facing stockholders and noteholders.

Chicago Samuel Ipaull Coungal Middle Weat Attlites Company Instill Senesa Thomas WY. Sullivan Middle West Insull

Roosevelt Faces Cabinet Split Over Social Security Plan

President Roosevelt confronts a cabinet split as he weighs opposing social security recommendations. The House and Senate leaders push alternative bills, with critics arguing potential discrimination and constitutional concerns. The issues include independence of the social security board, tax collection limits for farmers and domestics, and state versus federal control of pensions and unemployment insurance.

Washington Congressional Roosevelt Lewis Tilneis House Says Alexander Holtzoft Harry L. Hop- Adina Perkins Blorgenthau Treasury Woplins Honkhts

Tax Publicity Plan Apparently Defeated

Washington Feb 28 The joint senate and house move to repeal the law for the pink slip publicity method for ingame tax returns collapsed as suddenly as it began A senate committee effectively told a house committee that such publicity must originate in the hours and would likely not progress in the senate Chairman Harrison of the senate finance committee who formed the negotiating group called the outcome a collapse of the negotiations

Washington Senate House Harrison Senate Finance Committee

Huey Long Announces Run for Louisiana Governor in 1936

Huey P. Long, longtime Louisiana political figure, declared in Balod Rouge that he would seek the 1936 Louisiana governorship, with plans for a presidential bid following. He praised Louisiana while signaling ongoing battles with opposition as his machine dominates legislative sessions.

Huey Long Balod Rouge Huey P. Long Louisiang Louleiana

Licenses and House Vote on Licensing Proposal

Charleston West Virginia debate over a proposal to require house-to-house salesmen of magazines or phones to obtain licenses was defeated in the House. Delegate Bailey of Mercer argued for amendments while supporters claimed the measure would aid sellers, but the bill failed amid objections from opponents.

Charleston W.va House Bailey Mercer

North Against South develops in coal hearing

Washington reports a party line clash over the Guffey bill to make soft coal a national utility. Kentucky's John Young Brown of Hazard Coal Operators argues the measure shifts tonnage to Pennsylvania and hurts Kentucky operators. Alabama opponent D A Thomas warns of adverse effects on Alabama industries and TVA. Railroads oppose the bill, fearing antitrust exemptions and monopolistic power.

Washington Senate Interstate Commerce Pabie John Young Brown Kentucky Guffey Pennsylvania Brown Hazard Coal Opernators Association Interior Department NRA Ohio D.A. Thomas Birtingham Ala Aclaw Taduatvies Alaban Minaigpinps Thomas TVA Alabama C. 8. Duncan Association of American Railroads

End of Federal Aid for Virginia Schools Seen

Richmond Virginia February 28 The end of federal aid for Virginia public schools after this term appeared imminent said Dr Sidney B Hall state superintendent of public instruction after a briefing from Dr J W Studebaker federal commissioner of education The federal government expects states to handle next year’s school problems and would share no part of aid rendered to localities this spring

Richmond Virginia Sidney B. Hall J. W. Studebaker Ftederel

Alabama Votes to Retain Dry Laws Amid Wet Challenge

Birmingham reports Alabama retained Prohibition statutes in a statewide vote, overcoming a wet lead. The vote underscores Alabama as one of two states still enforcing dry laws while Georgia considers repealing measures as debates unfold.

Alabama Birmingham Ala Georgia

Mine Workers to Buy Radio Station

Washington February 28 The United Mine Workers of America announced that WNBC will be taken over by the union removing the present management. Reports from Washington say the matter was to be brought before the federal radio commission later today but no action was taken.

Washington Radio 1 Wnbc Tonight United Mine Workers of America Wee Fedareal Radio Commission Actiog

Old Dominion Power Rate Case Hearing Set Tomorrow

Richmond February 28 The public service commission will hear a motion tomorrow requiring Old Dominion Power to reduce its rates by a stated percent while a permanent schedule is developed. The hearing, set for 10 o clock, involves the Vivian Coal D tie tore association as complainant and the commission agreed to hold the bearing at that time.

Richmond Old Dominion Power Company Gontales Moriaon Vivian Coal D Coumidaion

West Virginia Repeals Prohibition Sets 18 Age Limit

West Virginia moves to end Prohibition with five percent beer allowed but not until governor signs the measure. A three member liquor control commission is to be appointed by March 1, and the state will permit purchases with a one gallon limit for personal use. Federal stance shifts as court rulings adapt to the new law.

Charleston W. Va West Virginia Homer A. Holt Apor Sven Fred L. Fox Stat Fox United States Fi Charleston Charles M. Love George W. McAlvitie Atute Houses Co Far Ag Liquor Control Comulis Alon Kump Allence Ila Jaing Attorney General

Arrests Threatened for 5 Percent Beer Sellers

Deputy tax commissioner Sam I Lambert reported a telegram from State Tax Commissioner Fox warning that warrants would arrest anyone selling five percent beer before the governor signs the measure. The bill, set to take effect March 1, faces uncertainty as Governor H G Kump has not yet indicated approval. The age limit was settled at 18 after a conference committee compromise, with delivery to the governor expected soon. Beer dealers await the final decision as the bill moves toward the governor’s desk.

Sam I. Lambert Atate Fox Fred L. Pox Mr. Lambert

Terrific storm strikes Oahu island with heavy rain and death

Vandula Feb 28 A night of terrific rain and hail caused extensive damage on Oahu. Six inches fell in Honolulu downtown, fourteen in Dowsett Highlands. Three dead, Teodoro Pacinto 28 and Johnny 4 and Victor 11, from a house fire tied to the storm. An unidentified body found near a bridge. Army, guardsmen and volunteers aided police, cleaned debris, and prevented looting as crews worked. Damage estimated at about 100000 to city and county property. crop losses unclear.

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Jury in Lyon murder case held overnight in Charleston

In Charleston West Virginia February 20 a 40 minute deadlock left Dr O T Lyon a 44 year old Charleston dentist still facing trial for the slaying of Lou Topper of Brooklyn Topper was shot in a Charleston hotel last August with the state alleging Lyon retaliated over alleged attention to Mrs Lyon Lyon pleads self defense claiming the shots were fired after Topper assaulted him jurors to reconvene for further deliberations. Postmaster recommendation highlights Randolph WV assignature Jacob L Wharton named acting postmaster at Morgantown with immediate takeoff and possible full term appointment

Charleston W. Va O. T. Lyon Lou Topper Brooklyn Popper Bue Lyon Topper Hin Washington Jacob L. Wharton Randolph Democrat West Virginia Argantown W. Wee Ho David Carrison Wharon Handolph

Legislature Adopts Bills. Study On Social Security Ordered

Charleston WV Feb 28 UP The Senate adopted a resolution to create a twelve member committee to study the national social security program and its state implementation. The measure funds staff from contingent funds and allows legal counsel. The session also moved to speed passage of bills and set a special calendar to finish pending acts before adjournment.

Charleston W. Va Sage Senate House H. G. Kump Tnn West Virginia Kamp Sindy Hquor Control Board House Rites Committee

Crowd in Humungeos Demands Food and Clothing

A crowd of about 600 unemployed men marched to the emergency relief administration seeking food, clothing, and necessities. Police mingled with demonstrators as they protested withdrawal of relief funds. County and state relief officials were in Charleston discussing facts and funding.

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