Powers Declare Enlistment Ban In Spanish War
Europe’s five major powers reached a surprise agreement to ban all volunteer enlistment by foreigners in the Spanish Civil War. France Russia Italy Germany and Britain will enforce the ban by midnight Saturday with land and sea border controls to follow on March 6. An international naval cordon will block arms and volunteers from entering Spain, as Portugal’s objections sparked pressure behind the accord.
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Italy
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Group to Request Auditorium Grant in Charleston West Virginia
A Charleston West Virginia bid for a public auditorium will be discussed with the Public Works Administration tomorrow led by Mayor B D Boone Dawson and a chamber of commerce committee. Former mayor R P DeVan, Robert J. Smith and Patrick D Koontz accompany Dawson. They will meet Col Horatio B Hackett, assistant PWA administrator.
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Charleston
W. Va
Public Works Administration
Boone Dawson
Chamber of Commerce
PWA
Dawson
R. P. DeVan
Robert J. Smith
Patrick D. Koontz
Horatio B. Hackett
Rise Full Present Ain't A Present Quillen Quillen Quote
Willie Willis Ry Robert Quillen notes a folksy remark on gifts and timing. The line suggests a present is only a delay in giving something later, hinting at holiday or social expectations. The wry quote reflects everyday wit from the era.
Eighth Buffalo Girl Attacked Raises Police Pressure
In Buffalo New York on February 15 an eighth attack within a week heightened police activity as they hunt the killer of 18 year old Mary Ellen Babcock. Victims include Margaret Galitzdorfer 23 who says two men dragged her into an alley and slugged her. Virginia Skotyon 29 disappears then returns saying she feared for her safety. Sister Anne Skelyon reports a taxi driver attempted an assault and her sister Annette 21 says two men beat her in front of their home as a warning. Detectives are reviewing all cases under Assistant Detective Chief William J.
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Buffalo
Mary Ellen Babcock
Margaret Galitzdorfer
Virginia Skotyon
Anne
Modern Jesse James Robs Subway Train
In Brooklyn a robber wearing a black veil alighted from a subway car and demanded passengers stay seated as he stole 87 dollars from three riders, including post office worker John Sugarsman and Patrick McNeil, then casually fled at the next station before passengers realized the heist.
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New York
Jesse James
Brooklyn
Lewis Calls On Mine Union To Oust Green
Washington February 15 John I Lewis demands the expulsion of William Green from the United Mine Workers of America after a policy committee resolution. Green defends his membership and vows to fight the move while urging due process and warning of perceived persecution. He notes strong ties to the union and cites dangers of removal as akin to political purges.
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United Mines Workers
Germany
Hitler
Quints' Physician Stricken With Influenza in Toronto
Dr Alan Roy Dafoe physician to the Dionne quintuplets was rushed from Koltek to Toronto General Hospital with influenza. He contracted the illness after tending the quintuplets during a siege of sickness. Despite cheer, friends and colleagues fear for his condition as he remains ill in hospital.
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Lawmakers Debate Freshness Of Eggs In Odd Bill
Delegates clash over T Brotherton egg control bill as Delegate Storm claims hens may lay four day old eggs. The debate centers on terms used to describe eggs and freshness while the bill moves to third reading.
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Marshal County
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Actien
Marshall County
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Kay Thomas
W. M. LaFon
J.alfred Taylor
Brotherton
Bitl
State Department of Agriculture
Pleas For Life Ignored in Fayette County Death Inquiry
Somerset, Pa Feb 15. A Uniontown reporter testified that Frank C Monaghan pleaded for life as state police argued over the beating death of an 84 year old Uniontown hotel owner during questioning in the Berthillon room. Witnesses including District Attorney James A Reilly and Detective Wilbert Minerd detailed the alleged brutality.
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Frank C. Monaghan
Fayette County
Pertilion Room
The
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Joe Dickson
Stacey
Gunderman
Lara
Charles J. Margiotti
John C. Wail
Dickson
James A. Reilly
Wilbert Minerd
Jack Hann
Monaghan
Lewis Ford
Anthony Sainte
Bertillon
Ford
Monaghen
Reidy
Bodies of Two Boys Recovered After Drowning
The bodies of Lloyd Dursell Kry der and John William Haggerty, both 45, were recovered in the Kanawha river at Reed after their homemade johnboats capsized while sailing. State police and volunteers dragged the river using borrowed hooks from Charleston fire department. Haggerty’s body was found near Dana ferry landing shortly after four yesterday. Kry der’s followed about 30 minutes later. Coroner Dr. J. E. Roberts opened an inquiry.
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John William Haggerty
Kanawha River
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J. E. Roberts
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Recovery Study Results Given
Dr. Harold Glenn Moulton presented a seven point plan for national recovery in Pittsburgh. He urged a balanced federal budget, a fixed price of gold with stable foreign exchange, expanded reciprocal trade, keeping price and wage ratios favorable, and ensuring benefits of tech progress reach all groups. The Brookings Institution report, funded by the Falk foundation, is based on a 1932 survey and presented to 300 business and civic leaders.
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Pittsburgh
Harold Glenn Moulton
Brookingstation of Washington
Br. Moulton
Maurice and
Laura Falk
Moonshine case in federal court cited by two Wisconsin distillers
In Superior Wisconsin on February 15 amateur distillers Floyd Minor and another man testified in federal court that moonshine, when used externally, was better than bar liquor. Judge Patrick Stone criticized the claim and fined both men for their statements and actions related to moonshine.
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Patrick Stone
High School Robbery Suspect Adam Jablowski Confesses
Chicago police say high school Casanova Adam Jablowski led a string of robberies during recess seeking money to impress girlfriends. Asked how many girls, he answered Nine. Investigators note the pattern spanned several incidents as authorities review records.
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Chicago
Adam Jablowski
Woman Files Divorce After Picketing Puts Husband On Chair
In Chicago on February 15 1907 Mrs Harry Stark testifies that after separating from her husband he picketed their home to stop her from moving out with the furniture. She says after three years of supporting him she will give him their easy chair so he can rest to his heart’s content once he concedes the divorce.
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Chicago
Harry Stark
GM Union To Hold Final Peace Parley
Detroit February 15 AP General Motors will seek a final settlement with the United Automobile Workers addressing remaining demands after last week's agreement ended strikes. Wage actions at Briggs and Murray raise pay for about 37,000 hourly workers, while GM expects 225,000 monthly output next month as plants resume full operation. Homer Martin lists key UAW demands including abolition of piecework pay and a move to straight hourly pay with 30 hour weeks and 6 hour days.
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Briggs Manufacturing Company
Murray Corporation of America
Roosevelt Hails Farley as Prophet at Dinner
President Roosevelt lauded James A. Farley at a testimonial dinner in Washington. He compared Farley to historic prophets and joked that Farley's pre election forecast hinted at a new arithmetic in politics. The 3,700 guests heard the remarks as the event overflowed the venue with a glittering crowd.
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William ‘Jennings Bryan
Farley
Jim Farley
National Vote On FDRs Court Proposal Appealed
A national referendum on President Roosevelt’s plan to enlarge the Supreme Court was urged in Congress. Senator Glass attacked Attorney General Cummings’ defense as evasive while Senator Minton defended the president and accused critics of obstructing reform.
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Post Office
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Rep. Smith
Minton
Glass
Indiana
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Virginian
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Wheeler
Montana
Bailey
North Carolina
Burke
Nebraska
Glase
Jefferson
John Dickinson
William Johnson
Tefferson
House Defeats Lobbyist Bill in West Virginia Legislature
The House of Delegates voted 85 to 21 to defeat a bill requiring lobbyist certification by the secretary of state. The Senate moved to aid flood relief by allowing counties extra funds through the Department of Public Aid, after filing fiscal statements. Both houses adjourned for memorials to Delegate John L Wever and writer Robert H. Horner, with sessions resuming Thursday.
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Department of Public Assistance
Senate Judiciary Committee
John L Wever
Berkeley County
Robert H. Horner
Charleston Daily Mail
Wever
Martinsburg
T. H. Mciinley
Wond County
House of Delegates
McKinley
Rockefeller Institute develops anti influenza vaccine
New York Feb 15 Rockefeller Institute scientists Dr Thomas Francis Jr and Dr T P Magill announce a vaccine for influenza prevention. Trials on 24 volunteers, mostly Cornell medical students, show immunity for at least six months with no harm. Vaccine uses influenza virus fluid from Puerto Rico type and is produced by infecting mice lungs then cultivating tissues to extract the clear fluid for injections. Widespread distribution plans are being prepared, with a slow but certain rollout for broad public use.
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Thomas Francis, Jr
T. P. Macgil
Rockefeller Institute For “Medica Research
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New York
Rockefeller
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Rockefeller Institute
Bar Association Opposes Court Reform Plan
The Bar Association of Charleston declared opposition to President Roosevelt's Supreme Court reorganization plan, calling it dangerous to constitutional government. The decision was reached at a special meeting in the federal courtroom with R. Spilman Sr supporting the resolution and Cato and Byrne Sr opposing. About 12 members voted.
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