West Virginia debated judicial reform and interim study drive
Gov Holt plans a new interim study to push the judiciary overhaul. A joint Senate House hearing at 7 30 p m tonight will discuss a constitutional amendment ending the fee system and reforming justices of the peace. Public input is invited while leaders seek rapid passage of interim committee proposals by week end.
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Willie Willis on table manners and fried chicken
Willie Willis remarks that good table manners strain people and that while fried chicken is liked at picnics it is seldom ordered in stylish restaurant settings.
Wagner Urges $875 Million Relief Push for Recovery
Sen. Wagner appeals in Washington for swift Senate approval of Roosevelt’s 875 million relief request to aid the needy and protect the recovery effort. He condemns the appropriations committee for cutting 150 million, arguing economy must not starve jobless Americans.
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Two Victories Seen for FDR
Washington report notes two major Senate items this week the confirmation of Harry L. Hopkins as commerce secretary and action on the emergency relief bill. Critics push for restraint while Democrats weigh party policy and Roosevelt vows to defend relief funding with public Support.
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Torch of Actress Burns After Carelessly Dropped Match
New York January 22. Erin O’Brien Moore state and screen actress suffered severe burns when a match ignited her dress while in a cafe. Drama Critic Jack Pulaski and bystanders wrapped her face with a napkin and rolled her to smother the flames. She will remain in hospital at least two weeks. Her husband Mark Barron was ill at home.
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Insurgent Air Raids Hit Barcelona and Valencia Harbors
In dawn to dusk raids on January 22, four Greek seamen died on the British freighter African Mariner in Barcelona harbor and seven Brit ships were damaged. Barcelona, Valencia and Malgrat suffered bombings as Gen Franco’s air offensive sought to blockade the government capital. The government claimed five invaders shot down and two pursuit planes lost in the day’s battles.
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Jap Diet Worries Over Opposition
Tokyo unresolved debate frames the 74th diet session as opposition parties protest Japan's new East Asia order. Seiyukai official Masazumi Ando criticizes diplomacy and calls for recognition by the United States Britain and France of Japan's program amid strong foreign objections.
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Radio Stars Performing Despite Vote For Strike
New York January 22 AP radio stars continued performances amid a strike authorization over pay. Unions in New York Chicago and Hollywood backed the action while sponsors sought to keep programs on air. Demands range from 15 to 35 dollars for air time plus 6 dollars per hour for rehearsals versus agencies offer of 15 20 and 25 and no rehearsal pay. Eddie Cantor noted in federation press.
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Bromfield warns of war in the Far East and UK policy
Louis Bromfield, American novelist living abroad, predicts a future large scale war in the Far East and warns that Britain may abandon the idea of a U S France alliance. He criticizes appeasement and says America cannot rely on Britain in a crisis. He argues the next war could arise in Asia if Japan continues its actions in China.
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Mussolini Taunts Enemies as Too Stupid to Danger
Premier Mussolini told 150 prize winning wheat farmers in Rome that Fascism’s adversaries were too stupid to be dangerous. He warned France against blocking Italy in the Mediterranean and dismissed rumors of Vatican advice to stand firm against Italian territory demands.
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Nazi Press Denies Inflation To Shield Reichsbank Shakeup
Berlin reports state the Nazi press rejects inflation fears after Chancellor Hitler dismissed Dr. Hjalmar Schacht and two Reichsbank aides. Walther Funk becomes Reichsbank president though lacking Schacht's experience. Rudolph Brinkmann named vice president and slated to lead.
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Warning on coal losses prompts call for action
In a Washington report the bituminous coal commission warned Congress that the soft coal sector faces grave social consequences unless steps are taken to stop a 37 million dollar annual loss. The panel noted it requires time for extensive fact finding under the Guffey-Vinson coal act to set minimum mine prices.
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Five Men Arrested After PMW Fight in Logan
In Logan on January 21 about 200 people disrupted a Progressive Mine Workers of America meeting at the Jr. O. U. A. M. hall. Five men were arrested after two street scuffles erupted near the courthouse, with tear gas deployed by Patrolman Robert Black. Bonds were posted for appearance before Mayor W. B. Johnson.
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Roosevelt Pushes Huge Health Program Plan
President Roosevelt plans to urge Congress in a special message to enact a long range health improvement program costing up to 850 million dollars annually by 1949. The proposal faces economy minded debate as relief funding fights continue in the Senate and House.
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Connally Attacks Lynch Bill Amid Roosevelt Backing
Washington January 22 A compromise anti lynching proposal reportedly gaining White House support would have the federal bureau of investigation investigate lynchings and provide a public report to Congress. The plan, linked to Vice President Garner, aims to avoid Senate filibuster delays and keep legislative business moving.
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Col Williamson Dies Suddenly After Car Crash
Col W T Williamson longtime telephone pioneer and West Virginia chamber leader died yesterday afternoon from a stroke after his car struck a pole on Kanawha street. His wife escaped injury. He was 67, a Huntington High School and Ohio Wesleyan grad, who advanced through C and O Railway and Southern Bell to executive roles and led the Interstate Publicity Bureau and chamber work.
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Dime Contributions Roll in at White House
About $12,000 in coin donations, mostly dimes, have reached the White House for the fight infantile paralysis campaign. Stephen Early, the presidential secretary, said contributions began arriving earlier this year than in the previous year.
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Justice of Peace Racket Exposed by Gazette Report
The article describes a charges and collections scheme by local justices of the peace who act as court and collector for small loan houses. They extract fees from debtors and earn a percentage from creditors, undermining credit access and public trust. M A Skaggs warns that such powers erode fairness and invite corrupt practices, with banks and merchants paying unstatutory fees. A Huntington mother of three was arrested by a constable in a related development.
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New York Rescue Recovers Ten From Bermuda Air Crash
Five men and five women saved from the North Atlantic after the Cavalier went down near Cape May. Two others aboard the New York Bermuda flight were still missing as coast guard crews, an oil tanker, and a rescue boat battled heavy seas. Survivors, exhausted but able to travel by car, were taken aboard as dawn neared. The rescue, dramatized by radio reports, highlighted a perilous hourslong effort in turbulent waters.
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Fitzgerald Offers Truck Strike Aid
Detroit January 22 Governor Frank D Fitzgerald offered state aid on the eve of a threatened statewide beer truck strike affecting 30 000 drivers. He acted amid violence and police convoying of trucks as mediation failed. Mayor Reading said essential deliveries would be protected if police can prevent disruption.
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