Black resigns as governor of the Federal Reserve Board
President Roosevelt accepts Eugen S. Black’s resignation and assigns him as contact officer between banks while he returns to govern the Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank. The move sparks talk of reviving idle commercial credits and coordinating the reserve system. Observers and leaders weigh implications for NRA reorganization and broader financial policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tgene BR. Black
Federal Reserve Board
Roosevelt
Atlanta
Black
Federal Reserve Bank
Tha O Thet Bank
Roosevelt sees drought as blessing easing farm surpluses
President Roosevelt told White House correspondents the drought could clear farm surpluses ahead of the Wallace plan. He vowed no profiteering in food prices, warned chiselers would be punished, and said relief efforts would buy hay and fruit for distribution. The relief program targets livestock aid and may spend up to 350 million dollars from youth funds while reorganizing agencies under a commission. Aubrey Williams roles and policy plans loom as officials discuss drouth relief and conservation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
White House
Federal Grain Futures Administration
J. M. Mehl
Consumers Council of the
AAA
Frederic C. Howe
Wallace
Surplus Relief Corporation
Election results reshape senate and gubernatorial races
In Nebraska E R Burke won the Democratic nomination for senator by a large margin over Gov Charles Bryan. Republican Robert Simmons and veteran A V Donahey led their tickets in other states as candidates for Senate. Governor races saw Democrats nominate Martin L Davey while Republicans backed Clarence J Brown. Across several states incumbents and challengers aligned with Roosevelt programs, with observers predicting a net Democratic gain of up to six senate seats while Republicans would defend or gain seats in the House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
E. R. Burke
Omaha
Charles W. Bryan
Robert G. Simmons
Norris
Burke
Simmons
Congress
NRA
AAA
Hicans
Senate
A. V. Donahey
George White
Charles O. West
Simeon D. Fess
Martin L. Davey
Clarence J. Brown
J. M. Futrell
Arkansas
Lindo
Ben <. Hoss
Frank le Stephan
Washington
Republcan
House
Arrests Strain Russo Japanese Rail Talks
Seventeen Soviet officials and employees of the Chinese Eastern railway were arrested by Manchukuo authorities on alleged plots against Manchukuo and Japan and ties to bandit attacks. The Russian consul general in Harbin demanded their release, fueling rumors in Moscow of possible martial law and seizure of the railway amid ongoing negotiations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Japan
Chinese Eastern Railway
Manchukuo
Harbin
Moscow
Alcoa strike action shuts plants under Mellon family control
The American Federation of Labor sanctioned a strike causing shutdowns at six Alcoa plants in New Kensington Arnold Logan's Ferry Pa.. Alcoa Tennessee East St. Louis Illinois Massena N.Y. and near Fairfield Conn. Baden N C prepared to shut. About 15000 workers affected as talks with workers’ reps stalled since July.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amerian Federation of Labor
Alumnum Company of America
Andrew W. Mellon
Secretary of the Treasury
New Kensington
Arnold and
Logan's Ferry
Alcoa
Ninth District list of towns includes major Boston area cities
The Ninth Congressional District covers Boston Ward 22 area Bright on along with Brookline Cambridge Wards 4 10 Lincoln Newton Waltham Watertown Wellesley Weston and other communities. Mayor Russell will frequent these locations in the coming weeks.
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Ninth
Russell
Boston
Brighton
Brookline
Cambridge
Lincoln
Newton
Waltham
Watertown
Wellesley
Weston
Dr James Cassidy relocates dental practice in Inman Square
After 130 years in Inman Square Dr James J Cassidy moves to Central Square Building Room 201 678 Mass avenue offering a more convenient airy space for his large practice He invites new and old patients to visit next Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inman Square
James J. Cassidy
Central Square
Mass, Avenue
King Philip Deep Sea Fishing Outing Captivates Cambridge
A vivid portrait of a daily voyage from T Wharf aboard the steamer King Philip. Captain Dixon is remembered for firm leadership as crowds seek the outer harbor and the day promises fishing thrills with lines bait and chowder provided. Cambridge fish folks favor this old maritime ritual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King Philip
Dixon
T Wharf
Cambridge
Seven men named to Fire Department by May or Russell
City Hall buzzed Tuesday as seven appointees were named to the Fire Department. The men are Charles T. Anderson Thos D Short Philip Brownrigg Patrick Clemens Arthur Bolduc Eliot Scholl and Phil Belanger. They are expected to report to stations and begin training soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell
City Hall
Sentinel
Charles T. Anderson
Huron Avenue
Thos. D. Short
Washington Street
Philip Brownrigg
Walden Street
Patrick Clemens
Cambridge Street
Arthur Bolduc
Jackson Street
Eliot Scholl
Bigelow Street
Benefit game planned for Joe McDonald recovery
Friends organize a fundraiser after Joe McDonald the mayor's chauffeur lost a hand in a July 4 rail accident. On Sunday at Browne and Nichols field at 3 o'clock the Andy Dillon nine plays the Cambridge Red Socks to aid his artificial hand fund. entry is 25 cents.
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Joe McDonald
Joe
Browne and Nichols Field
Andy Dillon
Cambridge Red Socks
Grand Army of the Republic encampment draws hundreds in Rochester
About 600 GR veterans attended the sixty eighth encampment in Rochester New York. Commander in Chief Russell C Martin presided. Secretary of War Dern urged resilience amid global unrest and economic adversity, expressing confidence in American grit to overcome future crises.
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Grand Army of the Republic
Rochester
N. Y
Russell C. Martin
Dern
America
Central Square Theatre Opens with Four Day Film Lineup
Opening Saturday the Central Square Theatre presents The Personality Kid featuring Pat O'Brien and Glenda Farrell blending romance and boxing with smart comedy. Also on the program The Return of the Terror with Mary Astor Lyle Talbot John Halliday and Frank McHugh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pat O'Brien
Glenda Farrell
Mary Astor
Lyle Talbot
John Halliday
Frank McHugh
Housing Administration launches billion dollar repair program
Administrator James A. Moffett inaugurates the housing administration repair program with the first loan to Alma McGroom in Washington. Credit facilities extend to cities and towns with a population total of 29 050 568. Loans range from 100 to 2000 for property improvements with up to three year terms and monthly installments.
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James A. Morfett
Housing Administration
Washington
Alma McGroom
Mr. Moffett
Hansing
Are You a Born Marksman Sharpshooters Born
Path finder Magazine reports psychological studies from Oregon University claim 80 percent of skilled marksmen derive their ability from heredity rather than rifle practice. The article suggests a method to identify future sharpshooters before they handle a gun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon University
Pathfinder Magazine
Horse Speed Surpasses Human Pace In Mile Race
A pacing horse ran one mile in 1 minute and several seconds, reaching about 91.3 miles an hour, while a trotting horse completed the mile in 1 minute 56.7 seconds at 80.8 mph. The fastest human mile is 4 minutes 9.2 seconds, about 144 miles an hour in theory.
Bahamas Group Known as Treasure Islands
In the Bahamas there are about 8 000 islands many uninhabited. This archipelago is commonly called The Treasure Islands or The Fragrant Islands.
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Bahamas
Two Five Civic Club Hosts Sidney Street Field Day
The Two Five Civic Club led by William A. O Hara of 20 Sidney Street plans a Field Day and Block Party on Sidney Street Thursday evening September for ward 5 precinct 6 with a baby parade at 6 p m and a Horrible Parade by children. Prominent guests include former Mayor James M Curley and Senator Henry Parkman Jr. The event aims to create a playground and recreation center for local children and raise awareness of street safety.
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Wiliam A. O'Hara
Sidney Street
James M. Curley
Boston
Thomas FP. Dillon
Henry Parkman, Jr
Clarence Kidder
Mrs. Mary Linehan Headed to St Marys for Funeral
Mrs Mary A Linehan of 99 Inman Street widow of Michael J Linehan died this week. A St Marys parish member and neighbor she leaves son Larry Linehan and daughters Mrs Frank Cassidy Margaret Mary E and John Linehan plus eleven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Services Saturday at St Marys Church with private Cambridge Cemetery burial.
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Inman Street
Haverty's
Mary A. Linehan
Michael J. Linehan
St. Mary's Parish
St. Mary’s Church
Cambridge Cemetery
Linehan
Larry Linehan
Frank G. Cassidy
Cambridge
Margaret Linehan
Mary E. Linehan
John Linehan
Local notes on Central square transit volunteers and Esther Dolan
Central square at the subway transfer point looks more natural after Traffic Officer Jack Trant Bogton In spector Sandy Donahue return to duty from vacations with Professor Morris Finkel the popular newsboy. Miss Esther Dolan an established local dancing instructor returns from New York with ideas in music and dancing and plans a Fall season at her Mass Ave studio after Labor Day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Square
Jack Trant
Bogton
Sandy Donahue
Morris Finkel
Esther Dolan
New York
Mass
Avente
Pearl Street
Harold Smith Heads to Elks Convention in Atlantic City
Harold Smith a cheerful letter carrier from Central Square parcel post division will leave Cambridge next week to attend the Elks convention in Atlantic City where he will showcase his talents and meet fellow members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Smith
Cambridge
Atlantic City
Colored Elks
Harold
Central Square
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Rudiger von Starbemberg
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Reich
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Ponams
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T. Semmes Walmsley
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Louisiana
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Joan Blondell
Dorothy Burgess
Jack Holt
Fay Wray
Helen
Hint
Frank Cody
Wm. A. O'Hara
Walter C. Freeman
Wm. F. Dockerty
Wm. E. Driscoll
Orrin J. Robinson
Willard E. Simonds
John J. Faria
John W. Morgan
Wm. J. Kelly
Fred L Walsh
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M. A. Linehan
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