Sweethearts Die Seeking Refuge From Snow
A blinding West Virginia snowstorm drove two lovers to a garage in Weirton where carbon monoxide from a car killed Russell Harrington and Helen Sanders who planned to wed after New Year. The blizzard dumped 12 inches, iced highways as 46 workers plowed roads and distributed sand.
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Boy's Skull Cracked in First St Sled Crash
A boy from Clay was seriously hurt when his sled collided with a car on state road No 23 about four miles below Clay. He was taken to the hospital by an unnamed driver who offered assistance and warned against travel in bad conditions.
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Cox
Sttaches
Nation Gripped By Icy Fingers Of King Winter
Winter brought a fierce cold wave across the nation with heavy snow, ice, and wind. At least a dozen deaths linked to treacherous conditions, widespread traffic accidents, and surges on shelter and charity services marked the severe weather.
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Hearing Held On Charleston Bridge Permit
A public hearing at the city building conducted by U S engineers considered Charleston’s request for a federal permit to build a new South Side bridge. No protests were submitted as Colonel C P Fortney led the session and local officials and civic representatives spoke in favor. The application will be forwarded to the War Department.
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U.S
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Philip Hill
Herman Bennett
South Hills Civic Association
Borah Seeks Liberal GOP Platform in Preconvention Fight
Senator Borah Idaho declares he will cooperate to back a progressive GOP nominee and a liberal platform. Word spreads of Borah pledged candidates in Wisconsin and Massachusetts for the Cleveland convention. In New York, W Kingsland Macy leads liberals aiming to secure 40 delegates for Borah in the April primary.
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Senator Schall Fights to Live
Washington dispatch reports Minnesota Senator Thomas D. Schall remains critically ill after a Dec 20 automobile collision. His condition has shown limited improvement with vital signs within satisfactory limits, while several other senators have suffered serious illnesses or injuries in recent months. Schall’s aide O. R. Leen is hospitalized with injuries, and driver Lester G. Humphries was released on bond.
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Hefale
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Minnesota
Bronson Cutting
Huey Peg
Louisiana
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Couzens
Moscow
Mich
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Cottage City
District of Columbia
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Hyattsville
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Fight Looms as Oil Well Near Governor’s Mansion
Oklahoma City reports a new oil well near Governor Marland’s mansion producing 12 000 barrels daily stood only about 160 yards from the statehouse. Local authorities face legal and zoning issues as residents push for limits while producers cite the old oil field adage that only a dry hole can stop expansion.
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W. Marland
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Oklahoma Board of Affairs
Statehouse
British American Oil Company
Work relief jobs fall short of goal by 23 218
Washington reports an official measure shows 23 218 fewer jobs filled than the 5 500 000 target in the relief program. A separate See Parking note notes a 34 000 drop in November payrolls while officials debate extra funding. Roosevelt has signaled a request for another 500 000 000, with much of the 4 000 000 000 already approved to sustain large public works.
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WPA Directs Expense Slash to 17 Percent Cut
State Administrator F. Wilcher MacCullough announced a WPA directive reducing overhead by about 17 percent effective January 1. He cited Washington mandates and a policy aimed at curbing waste, while Huntington Mayor Martin V. Chapman sought a formal investigation into alleged mismanagement.
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Federmini Harry ‘Hlopkies
Q. Boyer
Columbus
Chepmin
Martin V. Chapman
Huntington
Chapman
Washington
McCullough
WPA
Christmas Shopping Prize Draw Sparks Early Buys
Brisk winds and yesterday’s snow did not deter shoppers in the circle for Christmas purchases. The Gazette will award $5 in cash to the lucky shopper pictured this morning identified as Mrs A EB Nenkle of 822 Greendale Drive.
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Thelma Todd Death Theories Shift Toward Accident
Los Angeles report on Thelma Todd death moves toward a death by own action theory as Deputy District Attorney George Johnson doubts monoxide murder. A coroner’s jury suggested possible accidental death from car exhaust, while witnesses claim to have seen Todd on Sunday after noon, though investigators discount these sightings. A grand jury will hear witnesses Monday as the inquiry continues.
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Thelma Todd
George Johnson
George Rochester
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Miss Todd
Hollywood
Gangs Blamed For Two Deaths In Chicago Turmoil
Chicago authorities link two brutal killings to revived gang violence as they reissue the 1928 public enemy list. Investigators seek connections between the slain public enemy number 28 Joseph Pepe Genaro and the unidentified victim found battered and tortured in a vacant lot near a tavern. Deputy Detective Storms orders arrests of James Betcastry and Hecco Fancilli as probes continue into the killer or killers involved.
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Britain seeks alliances to deter Italian attack in Mediterranean
Britain, fearing an Italian assault, garners assurances of aid from France, Turkey, Greece and Yugoslavia as part of a united defense by League members. Reports say Paris and London confirmed commitments while Paris drafts possible league sanctions. Observers note Franco-Italian tensions over Africa and upcoming league considerations.
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Associated Press
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Stanley Baldwin
G Men Pursue Milne Kidnappers in Philadelphia Area
Doylestown Pa Dec 20 The G men divided forces tonight in search for the kidnapers of Caleb Jones Milne IV the Philadelphia scion abandoned in a roadway ditch last night Physicians said Milne improved and the agents pressed a search for a gang of amateur kidnapers with a hideout near a ramshackle two and a half story frame dwelling off a muddy lane They re checked roads and lanes leading to deserted farmhouses as detectives probed the case Please Turn to Page 2
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Court to Rule On Sales Tax
The supreme court agreed yesterday to review Mercer circuit court orders restraining Bluefield’s one percent consumer sales tax. Arguments set for January. lower court injunction remains in effect. City officers argued 40 merchants challenged the levy, asserting city authority under charter and 1931 acts. A coal company sought review of a $500 judgment in a beverage incident involving a manse or rat body found in drink.
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Dewey
Kwass
George Richardson, Jr
Law Richardson
George E. Pannington
Cranberry Fuel Company
Skelton
Raleigh
Snowfall Triggers Surge in Holiday Retail Sales
Reports from Huntington and Charleston clearinghouses show rising week and year totals, with third week December debits up 8 percent from last year. Department stores in Charleston report stronger sales and shoppers met with easier credit, as merchants note improved conditions and higher Christmas buying.
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WPA To Pay 45000 Workers Before Christmas Day
State Works Progress Administrator F Witcher McCullough announced that checks due through December 16 and many as late as December 18 will be distributed on Christmas Day. About 45 000 West Virginia families will receive payments as relief workers transition to project work. Finance director Benjamin H Puckett said late payrolls may be delayed only for valid reasons such as transportation issues or uncertain certification, with both WPA and Treasury staff working overtime to meet the schedule.
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